| What is a Christian Classical Education? |
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| A Classical Christian education is an intellectually and spiritually formative education that sparks a love of learning, establishes a solid foundation and good habits of mind and soul, provides students with the tools of learning and presents them with rich content and great ideas. Classical Christian education seeks to nourish the souls of students to know, love, and practice that which is true, good, and beautiful for the glory of God and the good of neighbor. The classical method was born in ancient Greece and Rome, was used throughout the Western world by the 16th century, and remained the norm until at least 1850 and in many places through the early 20th century. And what is the reason for its widespread use across millennia? It works. Students benefit from this proven method of education which teaches students to become independent thinkers, effective communicators and lifelong learners while being guided by a thoroughly biblical world and life view. Utilizing time-tested methods that provide students with the best tools for their learning abilities at any given age, classical education is experiencing resurgence in popularity after decades of educational experimentation and decline. Educators and parents alike are rediscovering the methods that have produced the great writers, thinkers, mathematicians, artists, scientists, orators and political minds of history. |
| How does Classical Education Apply in the modern world? |
| Classical education is as well-suited to modern day learning as it was in the past. The goal of this education is to teach children how to think and learn for themselves. Classical education gives students facts, provides them with logical tools to order, relate, and analyze those facts, and hones the students’ ability to communicate their conclusions to others. This fundamental skill-set is more valuable today than it has ever been. Once these tools of learning are mastered, then subjects become the material upon which one practices and develops these tools. Therefore, modern subjects in science and technology are taught in classical schools using classical methods. This time-tested method simply adds more depth and breadth to the process and gives them tools which they can then apply to any subject, ancient or modern. And people who can reason and articulate well are always in demand. |
| What subjects make up The Cambridge School's curriculum? |
| The Cambridge School uses a variety of curriculum resources, all of which are academically challenging and supportive of our goals as a Christian Classical school. We teach all of the basic subjects that other schools offer and more. The difference is that we teach them from a Classical Christian perspective. In addition to solid instruction in phonics/reading, math, science and composition, we have a well-rounded, integrated and rigorous course of study that also includes art and music theory, practice and appreciation, P.E. and also Latin from Kindergarten and up, along with Logic and Rhetoric at the upper grades. The curriculum is examined and updated annually. Additional curriculum support comes from guest speakers, special projects, and field trips throughout the year. |
| Why Latin? |
| The study of Latin begins in Kindergarten at The Cambridge School and is an important facet of the classical curriculum. These are just a few of the reasons why:
Study of classical languages encourages an understanding of and appreciation for Western culture and civilization
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| Does The Cambridge School offer aftercare? |
| Yes! We offer aftercare from 3-5pm in the form of Cambridge Club. We also have a robust variety of after school enrichments. |
| Is Cambridge affiliated with a local church? |
| The Cambridge School is not affiliated with any church. It is an independent, board-run school. |
| Do we have to be Christian to have a child attend The Cambridge School? |
| While we do not require a credible profession of faith from applicants or their families, it is an essential piece of partnership for parents to actively support the school's beliefs and teachings. |
| Is The Cambridge School accredited? |
| Yes. The Cambridge School opened its doors in the fall of 2006 and strives to provide an excellent Classical Christian education. The Cambridge School has received the longest possible term of accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) in 2013, 2019, and again in 2025. |
| Do Cambridge students wear uniforms? |
| Yes, all students wear uniforms that include both standard and dress components. Extensive research confirms the overwhelming benefit of adopting a uniform policy for all students as a means to improving student discipline and performance while minimizing distractions in the classroom. Beyond uniforms, all school supplies are provided the first day of school and are included in the cost of tuition. |
| Does The Cambridge School have a Hot Lunch Program? |
| Yes. We offer lunch options five days a week. |
