Welcome to Great Lakes 

The West Ottawa Elementary school teachers and staff at Great Lakes are pleased to have you join us in the exciting endeavor of educating your children! We look forward to working with you and your child(ren) in this exciting educational partnership. Parents and educators want to see children succeed in a safe and supportive learning environment.

Great Lakes serves 555 students and received a composite grade of "A" on the 2008-09 Michigan School Report Card and has "Met AYP status for six consecutive years.   

Together we can ensure all students have a successful school year!

School Hours
Grades 1-5: 8:20 a.m. - 3:23 p.m.
AM Kdg: 8:20 a.m. - 11:29 a.m.
PM Kdg: 12:14 a.m. - 3:23 p.m.  

Contact Us
Principal: Jerry McDowell
Secretary: Ursula Boersema

3200 152nd Ave., Holland MI 49424
Phone: 616.738.6300
Fax: 616.738.6391

Bright Futures Begin at Great Lakes Elementary School
Our handbook (Elementary School Parent Student handbook)  is intended to give you pertinent information about the West Ottawa Elementary Schools. Please read and discuss it with your child. Please feel free to call with additional questions and comments you may have regarding your school.