When families are in the home-buying process, they often look for more than a specific floor plan. For families with children, education is an important part of deciding where to call home.

Education shapes more than a student’s test scores. From the first day of school to graduation, each stage of learning can shape who they become. It can influence their interests, relationships, confidence, skills, and how they navigate the world.

Whether your children are beginning elementary school, preparing for high school, or exploring higher education, New Durham Estates is located near Westville schools and within reach of additional educational options.

Westville Community Schools

Located just minutes from New Durham Estates, Westville Schools offer families the everyday convenience of having education close to home. 

The MSD of New Durham Township includes Westville Elementary School and Westville Middle/High School, making it the closest school district to New Durham Estates. The district’s mission is to “Inspire, Challenge and Educate” students while creating a positive, caring, and supportive learning environment.

Families with preschool-aged children can find early learning through Westville Little School, a preschool focused on child development and elementary readiness. 

For younger students, Westville Elementary School creates an engaging learning environment and offers athletics, clubs, and activities outside the classroom.

As students get older, Westville Middle/High School provides opportunities through partnerships including South Central, A.K. Smith Career Center, Purdue Northwest, Ivy Tech, and work-based learning programs. Students can also explore a wide range of athletics, clubs, and organizations.

Westville Schools provide families with a supportive, involved educational community. By offering an engaging, hands-on, challenging, cross-curricular curriculum, students are set up for success beyond graduation. 

Nearby Public Schools 

A benefit of living at New Durham Estates is its central location. Living near several school districts offers flexibility in exploring which education and opportunities best fit your child’s needs. 

School enrollment policies and transfer availability can differ from school to school. Families interested in a school outside their assigned district should contact the school directly to learn about requirements, available space, transportation, and deadlines.

 Here are a few communities close to Near Durham Estates:

  • La Porte Community School Corporation: A public school district in LaPorte serving students across multiple elementary schools, an intermediate school, and a high school. 
  • South Central Community Schools: Located in Union Mills, a smaller district setting offering an elementary and junior-senior high school. 
  • Michigan City Area Schools: A public school district in Michigan City serving students with multiple elementary schools, two middle schools, and Michigan City High School. 

Nearby Private Schools

Families interested in private education have access to several nearby schools, including:

  • Marquette Catholic High School: Located in Michigan City, Marquette provides a college-preparatory Catholic education for students in grades nine through twelfth. 
  • St. John’s Lutheran School: A preschool through eighth-grade faith-based education option in La Porte.
  • La Lumiere School: A boarding and day high school in LaPorte serving grades nine through twelfth.
  • Valparaiso and Chesterton Montessori Schools: Nearby Montessori options are available in Valparaiso and Chesterton.

Higher Education

Those interested in continuing their education and careers beyond high school can stay close to home.

  • Purdue University Northwest (Westville Campus): Located just down the road, it offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs. 
  • A.K. Smith Career Center: The A.K. Smith Career Center provides career and technical education, giving junior and senior high school students hands-on learning and workforce preparation.
  • Ivy Tech Community College: Ivy Tech offers a variety of programs at its Valparaiso campus location. 

A Community That Supports Your Family 

Finding the right home also means finding the right education and community. For families with children, having education close to home can make everyday life more convenient while providing children with the opportunity to learn and grow. 

At New Durham Estates, we are lucky to have educational opportunities within reach. If you are interested in touring homes or learning more about our community, contact us today.