Student Life
The Commons at Lafayette
The Commons is the heart of daily life on our Lafayette campus. It serves as the central hub where students eat lunch, collaborate on projects, meet with teachers, or catch up with friends.
New in 2018, The Commons has a state-of-the-art kitchen from which our food service vendor, Darioush Epicurus, crafts fresh meals to serve the Bentley community. Daily meals include A la Carte items, a daily hot entree, homemade soups, a variety of beverages, grab and go options as well as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free choices. Students enjoy lunch in the Commons, at picnic tables around campus, or on the grassy quad. In case of rain, several indoor options are available. Upper School seniors with privileges are permitted to leave campus for lunch.
In addition to being a lunch space, The Commons is a center for student life, and it often features student art shows, jazz concerts, and school dances. With its high ceilings and glass walls, The Commons overlooks the central quad and offers a sweeping view of campus life.Students take pride in this space and work hard to both foster and maintain the community spirit associated with it. Much like a college campus, you will see students moving freely through the space during transitions and free periods, depending on individual schedules.
10th Grader
The food at Bentley is actually really good! I love all the options for lunch, especially the salad bar.
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Flexible Campus Space
Bentley hosts numerous important and vibrant events at The Commons, such as student performances, receptions for donors, dinners to introduce eighth grade families to the Upper School, the Jazz Concert, student dances and more. -
Community Gatherings
In addition to providing delightful and healthy meals for our students, teachers, and staff, the Commons is a true gathering place. -
Central Hub
The soaring facility fosters close relationships not only among students, but also between students and teachers. And when the weather is too pleasant to stay indoors, students spill out onto the Quad. -
All-day Food Options
Students, faculty, and staff enjoy breakfast, lunch, and snacks in the Commons, at picnic tables around campus or on the grassy quad. In case of rain, several indoor options are available.
