Lakenheath Elementary School (LES) came alive with curiosity and creativity as kindergarten students presented their culminating showcase, “Kindergarten is a Zoo.” This engaging, student-driven project-based celebration highlighted the growth young learners made throughout the year in literacy, science, and communication.
LAKENHEATH, UK – Lakenheath Elementary School’s Purple Up Picnic was filled with music, celebration, and cultural connection as students and families gathered to honor the Month of the Military Child. This year’s event featured a special perfor...
LAKENHEATH, UK – On April 22, 2026, Lakenheath Elementary School (LES) welcomed Year 3 students and their teachers from Great Heath Academy. This memorable day was all about learning, making new friends, and sharing our cultures.A Special Partnersh...
BRANDON, UK – Last Friday, Lakenheath Elementary School hallways were filled with the sound of laughter as we welcomed our amazing families for a fun-filled Family Bingo and British Quiz Night.Hosted by Lakenheath’s hardworking PTA in partne...
BRANDON, United Kingdom – The morning began early as Parent Teacher Association (PTA) members and volunteers arrived at Lakenheath Elementary School (LES) at 7:30 a.m., bundled against the cold and ready to serve. As families entered campus, they w...
SUFFOLK, England – Lakenheath Elementary School isn't just a school; it's a vibrant community of fantastic learners, currently bustling with just under 600 students. With a staff count of over 100, we're a powerhouse team, and 42 of those amazing i...
Students across prekindergarten through third grade at Lakenheath Elementary School welcomed a special visitor this month as Police Constable Harmon of the Suffolk Constabulary continued his ongoing partnership with the school. The collaboration marks the launch of a new initiative designed to promote citizenship, cultural understanding, and positive relationships between students and the local British Host Nation police force.
Third-grade students at Lakenheath Elementary School showcased their reading skills and confidence during a Readers’ Theater performance presented to classmates and families in the school cafeteria.
Students at Lakenheath Elementary School recently explored the frontiers of space science through an engaging collaboration between the school’s STEM program and a U.S. Space Force outreach team, part of the national STEM to Space initiative.
Students in Ms. Fowler’s STEM class at Lakenheath Elementary School stepped into the role of young scientists as they explored chemical reactions through a hands-on Elephant Toothpaste experiment.
Third graders in Ms. Fowler’s STEM class at Lakenheath Elementary School are discovering the principles of physics through a hands-on parachute experiment designed to explore how size affects speed.
Dr. Michelle Howard-Brahaney, Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe Director for Student Excellence, is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Erin Grazak as the Community Superintendent for United Kingdom Schools within the DoDEA Europe West District.
At Lakenheath Elementary School, kindergarten teachers Ms. Thompson and Ms. Rodriquez are finding creative ways to make learning meaningful for young students. Their recent classroom activity combined science and literacy in a simple but effective way.
Ramstein Elementary School welcomed 120 prekindergarten students this week as part of the second year of DoDEA Europe’s phased rollout of prekindergarten. With eight classes, Ramstein now hosts the largest prekindergarten program in DoDEA Europe.
At Lakenheath Elementary School, teamwork isn’t just encouraged — it’s embedded into weekly practice. The school’s first-grade teaching team meets regularly for Focused Collaboration, a structured time dedicated to analyzing data, aligning instruction, and setting goals to support student learning.
The stage at Landstuhl Elementary School was alive with music, laughter and high-seas adventure as the LES Choir Club performed Pirates! The Musical for their spring production, delighting audiences with a spirited display of young talent and creativity.
Earth Day 2025 was extra special at Lakenheath Elementary School, thanks to an unforgettable guest: the Lorax, the beloved Dr. Seuss character who speaks for the trees.
Students and staff at Lakenheath Elementary School experienced a celebration to remember as airmen from RAF Mildenhall’s 100th Civil Engineer Squadron lent a hand — and a crane — during a Month of the Military Child event on April 12.
DoDEA Europe is proud to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MoMC) across 64 schools in 8 countries, shining a spotlight on the strength, resilience, and courage of military-connected children. This month, our schools are hosting a wide range of events that include clap-ins, purple shirt days, interactive activities, performances by school bands, and more — all aimed at recognizing the vital role military children play in supporting their families and communities.
Last week, five kindergarten classes at Lakenheath Elementary School embraced British tradition with a delightful Afternoon Tea experience, held daily. The event aimed to teach students about table manners while introducing them to the rich history and culture of British tea.
At Lakenheath Elementary School, language comes alive in two vibrant After School Clubs that offer students an exciting journey into global communication. One of these is the Japanese Club, where children explore the wonders of Japanese language. Students are learning to speak simple day-to-day phrases, write in Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji, and sharpen their listening skills. The club fosters creativity and communication as one recent example where students practice writing their names in Hiragana using ink and brush — a style known as Shodo.
We are excited to announce that registration for the 25-26 school year is now open! Registration is done entirely online on Aspen. To begin registration, just go to this site: http://lakenheathes.dodea.edu/school-registration Before you begin, here...
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