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Welcome to Wyneken

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a parent. We understand you want a place where your child will be known, loved, and challenged to grow—academically, socially, and spiritually.

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At Wyneken, we're more than a school—we're a family. For over 57 years, we've been partnering with parents to provide Christ-centered education where faith isn't just taught on Sundays, but woven into every lesson, every day.

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Our mission is clear: to equip students to grow in their faith, excel academically, and live out the Warrior Way—Respect God, Respect Others, Respect Learning.

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Whether your child is just starting kindergarten or preparing for high school, we're committed to knowing them individually, celebrating their unique gifts, and supporting them as they discover who God created them to be.

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We'd love to show you what makes Wyneken special. Come see our students in action, meet our dedicated teachers, and experience the warmth of our Warrior family.

You belong here.

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Casey Nidlinger, Interim Principal

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Enrollment Process

At Wyneken, our enrollment process is simple and direct

Get to know Wyneken

Explore our churches, school website and Facebook page. Read our mission, core values, and beliefs. 

Visit Us

Schedule a preschool or school visit with us and find out what makes Wyneken special! 

Apply for Admission

Create an account for preschool or K-8 to begin our online application process.

Apply for Scholarships

The process requires submission of proof of income and household size, typically from your most recently filed tax return form. SGO Scholarships are available.

Assessment and Admissions Review

Preschool is filled on a first come, first serve basis. Incoming kindergarten through eighth grade students will scheduling a screening once application is received. Families will be contacted with the admission decision after the applicant has been reviewed. 

Tuition

Making Christian Education Accessible

At Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School, we believe Christ-centered education should be within reach for families committed to partnering with us in their child's spiritual and academic growth. We're committed to working with every family to make Wyneken affordable.

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Tuition Structure

The full cost of providing excellence in Lutheran education at Wyneken is approximately $[X,XXX] per student. However, multiple opportunities exist to reduce your family's tuition responsibility:

  • Congregational Support: Member families of any of our association churches receive congregational support, reducing tuition. 

  • Multi-Child Discount: Families with multiple students enrolled receive a discount for each additional child.

  • SGO Tax Credit Scholarships Wyneken participates in Indiana's School Scholarship Organization (SGO) program. Families may apply for need-based scholarships funded through tax-credit donations. See more information below.

  • Tuition Assistance Limited need-based tuition assistance is available. Applications are reviewed confidentially.

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Flexible Payment Options All tuition payments are managed through FACTS Tuition Management, offering:

  • Monthly payment plans (10 or 12 months)

  • Semester payments

  • Annual payment discount

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Your Investment Includes:

  • Christ-centered instruction in all subjects

  • Small class sizes with individualized attention

  • Full athletic and extracurricular programs

  • Daily chapel and Christian community

  • Experienced, dedicated teachers

  • Safe, nurturing learning environment

Scholarships

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The Lutheran Scholarship Granting Organization of Indiana strives to provide families with funds that will enable them to provide their children with a high-quality, Christian education. It is funded by members and friends of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church & School and designated only for students of St. Peter’s Lutheran School.

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Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School

© 2026 Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School, Decatur, Indiana

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Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration or its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.

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*Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and can accept any gift that can be eligible for charitable donations.

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