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Lake Lure Classical Academy’s mission is to offer a classical, knowledge-based education that fosters critical thinking, civic responsibilities, and virtue for all. 
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Lifelong Learning 

About Us

Celebrating its 14th year, Lake Lure Classical Academy is a kindergarten through 12th-grade tuition-free public charter school that is open to all North Carolina students.  We offer free bus transportation, we have over 450 students attending from across four counties.

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Lions Club award presentation

Lake Lure Lions Recognize Three for Service

The Lake Lure Lions Club President John Kobland presented the members wit the prestigious Bill Osbourne Fellowship Plaque and pin. Those receiving the award were Mary Ellen Jones, Maurine Abbott, and LLCA's very own Julie Hoyle.
LLCA Police Cruiser

New Police Cruiser

Lake Lure Classical Academy has begun the new school year with a new SRO and a new police cruiser adorned with the school logo. Thank you Rutherford County Sheriff's Department for the beautiful truck!
  • 16 Athletic Teams
  • 34 Extracurriculars offered K-12
  • $700K in Merit Scholarships
  • Award Winning Theatre Arts Program
  • K-12 Outdoor Education Programs
  • Over 40% HS Students in College Courses