Elementary School
Whitmore Lake Elementary:
Big Opportunity in a
Close-Knit Community
At Whitmore Lake Elementary School, students aren’t just part of a class; they’re part of a connected learning community that grows with them year after year.
With fewer than 500 students, our size is a strength. It allows teachers to truly know their students, not just for one school year, but across their entire elementary experience. From Pre-K through 5th grade, our educators collaborate across grade levels to ensure each child’s learning journey is seamless, supportive, and personalized.
It’s not uncommon to see a 5th grader exchanging smiles or a hug with their 1st-grade teacher in the hallway. At WLES, relationships are strong, and they last, because we know how much that connection matters for student growth.
What Makes Us Different:
Small school feel with big opportunities
Teachers who know and support students as they grow
Seamless academic growth across grade levels
Modern, research-backed curriculum in reading, math, and STEM
Individualized learning paths that challenge and support every student
WL Elementary School
1077 Barker Rd.
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
Main Office: 734-449-2051
WLES Resources
School Hours
Full Day:
8:50am - 3:35pm
Half Day:
8:50am - 12:05pm
A Strong Academic Pathway That Grows with Your Child
At Whitmore Lake Elementary, learning builds from one grade to the next, because our teachers plan and grow together across grade levels.
We follow the Orton-Gillingham approach, a multisensory, structured method that supports strong reading skills for all learners. Paired with our new EL and Math curricula, students gain a solid foundation in literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking. Early STEM and hands-on science spark curiosity and problem-solving from the start.
In addition to core academics, students enjoy weekly Art, Music, and Physical Education classes that nurture creativity, expression, and physical wellness.
Whether your child needs support or extra challenge, we create a path that fits and helps them move forward with confidence.
Teachers Who Teach Together, Grow Together
One of the things families love most about WLES is how connected our teaching staff is across grades, subjects, and years. Our educators don’t work in silos. They collaborate to ensure that what your child learns in one grade builds naturally into the next.
Teachers share strategies, student insights, and progress plans.
Staff stay connected with students year after year.
Grade-level teams work together to identify strengths, challenges, and next steps for every learner.
This collaboration leads to more than academic continuity; it builds confidence, trust, and lasting relationships that help students thrive.
Before & After School Care That Supports Families
Our Kids Club program offers a safe, welcoming space for Kindergarten through 5th-grade students before and after school. Whether your schedule starts early or runs late, Kids Club provides a consistent, caring environment where students can relax, play, and connect.
Kids Club DetailsConnect with Our Whitmore Lake Elementary Teaching Team
At Whitmore Lake Elementary School, partnership with families is part of how we help students thrive. Whether you have a question about classwork, behavior, or just want to check in, our teachers are here for you, with direct lines of communication to make staying in touch simple. Here you can find teacher contact information, including emails, phone numbers, and extensions where you can reach the teacher you're looking for.
Contact Our WLES Staff
Student and Parent Involvement at
Whitmore Lake Elementary
Learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings, and neither does community. That’s why we strongly encourage student and parent involvement at Whitmore Lake Elementary School through programs such as PBIS, PTO, after-school Kids Club, and after-school programs in community recreation.
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