Welcome to iLEAD Lancaster, a FREE public charter school in Lancaster, California, serving grades TK-8. At iLEAD, we see the leader in your child. That’s why we’ve built an engaging educational experience that not only meets but exceeds the standards, with a focus on your child’s unique strengths and playful love of learning. Experience personalized, relationship-driven learning empowering individuals to grow and LEAD.
Why iLEAD Lancaster?
- Personalized education.
- Project-based learning.
- Social-emotional development.
- STEAM programming.
- Innovative, independent critical thinking.
- Entrepreneurial and collaborative.
- Technology focus.
- Hands-on aerospace and glider-flight opportunities.
- Arts integration.
- Open, fun learning environments, including a Makery.
- Competitive middle school sports.
- Family participation.
- Learning options: Site-based and independent study (home study).
What Our Families Are Saying
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“The iLEAD folks are opening the world to young people.”
Albion H. Bowers, Chief Scientist, NASA
Supporter
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“My son has always been a fast learner academically, but I believe iLEAD is improving his social skills.”
Parent
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“If you’re looking for an education to help your kids become proactive leaders and contributing community members, this is your school!”
JoAnn H.
Parent
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“The greatest strength of the school is the after-school programs and sport teams.”
Learner
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“The school is absolutely awesome. My son loves the staff and all the teachers.”
Christina C.
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“If I have a problem trying to understand something, the teachers try their best to help me.”
Learner
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“The program is solid, and I believe in its values!”
Crystal W.
Parent
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“My daughter’s teachers are devoted and dedicated.”
Parent
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“The school provides up-to-date technology that most homes use.”
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“We love the diversity and inclusive environment.”
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“I am very satisfied with the curriculum.”
Parent
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“The teachers are so invested in me and what is best for my learning.”
Learner
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“Grateful for their amazing teachers & staff and love their Leader in Me, project-based learning.”
JoAnn H.
Parent
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“The facilitators are so dedicated to their students and staff. I have had a good experience and feel safe.”
Learner
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“This school has helped my baby boy greatly. Best school I have ever seen.”
Marlana R.
Parent
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“The greatest strength of the school is that they involve learners fully in their work and educational goals.”
Parent
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“I like their approach and how they teach.”
Parent
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“I always feel supported at school.”
Learner
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“I love the way teachers support the students. Staff are always helpful when I’m in need of assistance.”
Parent
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“The front office team is very caring, respectful, and they always have welcoming smiles. They’re always willing to help and are amazing in answering my questions.”
Parent
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“My kids love this school and the staff.”
Damien G.
Parent
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“The culture of the school is wonderful, safe and inspiring.”
Zoee F.
Parent
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“The greatest strength of the school are the facilitators. They are dedicated and invested in our children’s education.”
Parent
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“The school is inclusive to all and I never feel unheard regarding my child’s needs.”
Parent
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“The greatest strength of this school are the teachers and the staff.”
Learner
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“The flexibility to choose a program to suit my child’s needs is my favorite component of the program.”
Parent
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“Math and reading are the school’s greatest strengths. I love iLEAD!”
Learner
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“The teachers and staff are so focused on the kids and helping them improve.”
Parent
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“The individualized method of teaching is awesome. Each student gets what they need, and my daughter has been thriving.”
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“They take the time to personally know the learners and their parents.”
Parent
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“iLEAD Lancaster is the best of the best! 5 stars would recommend.”
Terrance W.
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“The facilitators and staff really care.”
Parent
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“The teachers and staff are the greatest strength of iLEAD Lancaster.”
Parent
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”I am able to call and speak to a teacher or team member as needed, and they gladly answer any and all questions I have.”
Parent
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“When I wasn’t feeling my best, my facilitator helped me through it and told me that everything was gonna be alright.”
Learner
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“I especially like the autonomy to choose the curriculum that works best for my child. They adhere to Common Core standards while being able to address my child’s unique needs!”
Parent
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“My kiddo couldn’t stop talking about how much he enjoyed school and what he learned!”
Melissa M.
Parent
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“The best thing about the school is that I love my teachers.”
Learner
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“Amazing school. Warm and caring administration and teaching staff.”
LQ Martin
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“We appreciate the flexibility and values iLEAD holds.”
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“We love the diversity and inclusivity of the different programs available and spirit weeks.”
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“We love the individualized goals for learners.”
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“I have support all around me and I feel cared for.”
Learner
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“Instead of just giving the answer, my facilitator guided me through the problem-solving process, which built my confidence and taught me it’s okay to fail forward and learn from mistakes.”
Learner
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“The facilitators actually care about the kids, and they make sure they put their best foot forward.”
Parent
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“I enjoy the events iLEAD has throughout the months to allow students to stay connected with their friends.”
Parent
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“My child loves the group projects and labs.”
Parent
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“The facilitators and staff really make sure the children feel welcomed. Especially the awesome staff in the front office, the first point of contact on a daily basis. They are always very welcoming, smiling and kind. They know the names of almost every kid who walks through the door. They care, and it shows.”
Parent
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“Everyone knows everyone. I absolutely love the teachers. The hands-on curriculum is the best.”
Parent
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“Kindness Club is a good learning program.”
Learner
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“Best decision ever. We can’t say enough good about iLEAD.”
Cindy F.
Grandmother
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“We love the open environment and programs for after-school support and tutoring.”
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“This school offers great academic programs and standards that keep learners engaged. ”
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“My family appreciates the homeschool options with funding.”
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“The greatest strength of iLEAD Lancaster is that they allow the students to participate in individual learning plans.”
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“The many offerings provided for the children keep them engaged, safe, and assisted.”
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“They offer a lot of projects that assist students in participating.”
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“We appreciate the after-school program.”
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“We love the homeschooling options.”
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“Me gusta como cuidan a los niños.”
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“I like the project-based learning, social-emotional learning, and individualized support.”
Learner
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“I appreciate the patience, encouragement and understanding that comes from the staff, especially the front office.”
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“We appreciate the communication.”
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“It allows children to learn in the way that works best for them and utilizes their strengths.”
Parent
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“The staff is very caring for my child and make accommodations and make sure the curriculum meets my child’s needs.”
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“I love how much reading my child does. It challenges her in her comprehension abilities.”
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“The curriculum is the best.”
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“They accommodate each child in their own learning ability and in their own set of circumstances.”
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“We at iLEAD Lancaster strive to be great every day for our learners. We are a little family and play as a team.”
Shaana S.
Staff
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“My son loves iLEAD! He is super excited to be able to see the staff and be with his teacher.”
Lele M.
Parent
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“It is good that the school is very flexible for all students.”
Learner
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“The classrooms are designed for the learners to advance in tiers for math and English.”
Parent
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“My grandson enjoys going to this school. He has learned a lot. The teachers are great.”
Ka’San H.
Grandparent
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“I appreciate all of the clubs and sports available for the kids to join.”
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“We love the project-based learning, and the faculty and staff are very caring.”
Parent
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“My daughter continues to amaze me with the information she gains and retains from iLEAD.”
Rosa V.
Parent
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“Our daughter loves the school…. We appreciate the quality of instruction and support.”
Joseph F.
Parent
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“We love the flexibility of the school’s program.”
Parent
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“We are heavy on social-emotional learning, understanding that without having a good mental health space, good academics can feel difficult and out of reach. Our whole-child approach is undeniable and present in a huge way each day.”
Shaana S.
Staff
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“My daughter loves going to iLEAD. She always comes home with something new she has learned and retains that information. So much different than regular school learning. We love all the facilitators and staff at iLEAD.”
Rosa V.
Parent
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“I appreciate the open concept classrooms.”
Parent
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“The greatest strengths of the school are the learning program and design tech. It’s fun.”
Learner
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“We love the involvement of the teachers. My son feels very comfortable with his teachers.”
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“My daughter loves iLEAD. It gives her so much flexibility to do the things she loves….”
Angie T.
Parent
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“The facilitators always help out when you most need it.”
Learner
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“I can’t list just one greatest strength of iLEAD Lancaster. Everything is being done really great.”
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“The hands-on learning is engaging.”
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