Episcopal School of Acadiana is an independent coeducational private school for students in grades PK3 through 12, serving Lafayette, Louisiana, and the surrounding area. Founded in 1979, ESA is a college preparatory school that instills in students the skills and habits they need to succeed in college and beyond. Episcopal School of Acadiana Lafayette Campus houses the Lower School, serving preschool through 5th grade. The Cade Campus, located a few miles south of Lafayette, houses the middle school and high school.