Welcome to Lafayette Elementary School
Our mission is to help our students reach their full potential through creative, challenging, and joyful learning experiences in a supportive, nurturing environment that integrates the arts into all we do. Located in Chevy Chase, DC
Meet the Team
Our talented and caring staff ensures that students thrive academically and socially. Get to know who is on the team!
Our Values
The choices we make are driven by our core values of a growth-mindset, joy, kindness, inclusion, and integrity.
Our Curricula
Our commitment to ensuring every child receives rigorous and joyful instruction starts with the curricula we teach.
School Video Tour
Although we are unable to offer families building tours outside of the regularly scheduled information sessions, we hope this virtual building tour gives you an understanding of the space and the sense of belonging you will experience here!
School News & Updates
Grizzly Gear!
Looking for the ultimate birthday gift for the Lafayette fan in your life? Look no further! Our collection of Grizzly Gear makes the perfect present for students, alumni, and supporters alike. Our cozy hoodies, t-shirts, PJ pants, winter hats and more make for...
LSAT Meeting: Wed Feb 19th
The Lafayette LSAT will meet on Wednesday, 2/19 from 7:00 am – 8:30 am via Teams. The link is below. The agenda is as follows: February 19th LSAT Agenda Scenario Planning for the Budget Microsoft Teams meeting Join the meeting Meeting ID: 252 310 119 750 Passcode:...
Mindful Monday on Feb 24th
The next Mindful Monday is February 24th. From 8:10-8:30am all K-5 students are invited to join Mr. Goldman in the Peace Room for Mindful Monday. Parents and Guardians are invited to accompany their child and participate, too! Please note you will need to enter...
It’s HSA Recruiting Season!
Our family volunteers help us build a thriving school community. We are seeking several critical positions for the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for one new Co-President (2-year term), Treasurer and Secretary, as well as many key roles that help plan, lead...
Coming Soon: Changes to Our Neighborhood’s Bus Lines
Is this on your radar? Starting June 29, WMATA will make significant changes to the buses Lafayette families use. The changes are part of WMATA’s Better Bus Plan. Those who count on Metrobus service for school or to connect to the Metro will want to know: The new C85...
Who We Are
Lafayette is the largest elementary school in the District of Columbia with about 900 students in pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade. We serve students from all 8 wards from over 15 different linguistic backgrounds and believe that our diversity is the source of our strength. We are proud of our academic excellence, talented teachers, happy students, and engaged community.
Find out more about what is required to enroll >
Donation Opportunities
We are able to provide our students with incredible experiences with the support of the Home School Association (HSA), who accepts donations all year round.