THE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
A Timeless Education for Mind and Heart
At The Classical Christian Academy (TCCA), we are continually assisting students in academic excellence through the classical approach to learning. This method strengthens both moral and intellectual literacy, while cultivating reflection, discernment, and a love of truth.
A classical education is content-rich and Christ-centered, built upon the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizing great books, moral character, and critical thinking through what is called the Trivium and Quadrivium.
These two elements are divided into three stages that mirror each child’s natural growth:
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Grammar Stage: Students eagerly absorb facts and knowledge across all subjects.
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Logic Stage: Students begin to analyze, connect, and question ideas through discussion and reasoning.
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Rhetoric Stage: Students learn to express their ideas clearly, persuasively, and with grace.
Our curriculum is designed for students to grow academically and spiritually. Every subject connects to God’s truth and the wonder of His creation—preparing students to think critically and live faithfully in a complex world.
View the Classical Core Curriculum Scope and Sequence below.
What We Teach
At TCCA, students study the timeless subjects that form a strong foundation for lifelong learning: Bible, language arts (reading, handwriting, comprehension, vocabulary, grammar), literature, history, mathematics, science, Latin (which begins in 2nd grade to plant early roots in logic, vocabulary, and critical thinking), and agriculture.
Each child also participates in daily research-based agricultural classes, art, music, and physical education, nurturing creativity, stewardship, and joy in learning.
Learning Rooted in Real Experience
TCCA’s 100-acre campus is an extension of the classroom. Students learn through hands-on experiences in our gardens, greenhouse, and barn, applying lessons of sustainability, biology, and responsibility to real life.
Our “School Farm to Your Table” program allows students to grow, harvest, and prepare food, connecting healthy living to biblical stewardship.
Physical education takes place outdoors across our vast campus, from the ninja-style playground to open-field challenges that strengthen balance, teamwork, and gratitude for God’s creation.
Faith and Formation
Five days a week, students take part in our Biblical Literacy curriculum, which immerses them in the truths of Scripture.
By third grade, every student has read through the entire Bible, gaining a deep understanding of God’s redemptive story and its relevance to everyday life.
Through daily Scripture study, weekly chapel, and memory work, we cultivate faith, character, and wisdom that guide students for years to come.
Cultivating Lifelong Learners
Through this intentional design, TCCA students are not only prepared academically, but grounded in truth, confident in faith, and equipped to serve others with courage and humility.
Our curriculum weaves together rigorous academics, purposeful exploration, and Christian discipleship—forming students who seek truth, love learning, and glorify God in all they do.
Why Latin?
“Happy is the man who knows the causes of things.” — Virgil
At The Classical Christian Academy, Latin is not just another subject — it’s a core part of how we cultivate language mastery, critical thinking, and wonder. Latin strengthens every other area of learning, from science and literature to Bible study and vocabulary.
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Builds a Strong Vocabulary Foundation
Over 50% of English words — especially in science, law, and theology — come from Latin roots. Learning Latin strengthens decoding skills and reading comprehension.
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Prepares Students for All Learning
Latin is the ideal preparation for other languages (like Spanish or French), and it sharpens the mind for all academic pursuits. Every Latin lesson builds patience, attention to detail, and reasoning skills.
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Strengthens Grammar and Logic
Latin's highly structured grammar trains students to think logically and precisely. It provides a concrete way to understand language mechanics, helping students grasp English grammar more easily.
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Connects Us to the Past — and to Truth
Latin is the language of the Church, of Western civilization, and of many of the great thinkers of our tradition. Studying it is an invitation to join the great conversation across centuries.
For a deeper dive, explore this article by Memoria Press on the
Top 10 Reasons for Studying Latin.
