The Lower School years are referred to as the “Grammar Stage” of a classical education. During these early years, we strive to create a stimulating and supportive environment in which students develop a love for learning and the foundations necessary to become life-long learners.

Young children delight in imitating and memorizing. This enthusiasm lends itself to learning the grammar, or building blocks, of language, history, theology, math, and science. We appeal to children’s natural curiosity, and we incorporate as many of their senses as possible in the learning process. Children enjoy learning through rhymes, songs, chants, jingles, and movement. Great emphasis is placed on review and creative reinforcement. These are some of the most effective ways children learn historical information, science methods and terminology, grammar rules, math facts, and scripture passages.

Our goal during the Grammar Stage is to lay a strong foundation for life-long learning. This foundation is critical for children as they embark on the path to becoming knowledgeable, clear-thinking, and eloquent adults, who are equipped to worship God and delight in the world He has made.