Cedarwood School, established in 1983, has earned a reputation as one of the nation s finest private schools. Founded upon the basic principles of individualized instruction, Cedarwood offers a stimulating academic program combined with sensitivity to children s developmental needs. Cedarwood SchoolCurrently, we serve 320 preschool (2 years 5 years) through 7th grade students in Mandeville, Louisiana, on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain just 30 minutes from New Orleans.