Tidewater Classical Academy

Teaching the Tools of Learning

CLASSICAL & CHRISTIAN

BUILDING THE "TOOLS OF LEARNING"

 

Using the classical method, our curriculum seeks to build the 4 key “tools of learning” - Reading, Writing, Language, and Math.   Although all subjects are covered, the content we study is not the end goal, but “grist for the mill,” raw material for building the tools.  This approach prepares our students to be life-long learners. 

 

HALF-DAY CLASSES, FULL-DAY EFFORT

 

TCA uses a "half-day class, full-day effort" approach.  From 8:30 to 12:45, students are at school.  They then return home to review the material and spend time reading.  This method combines the rigor of a classical Christian education with the accountability and individual attention of homeschooling.   

 

WEB-BASED PARENT SUPPORT

 

To keep parents informed (and students accountable), TCA utilizes RENWEB.  This web-based, online grading program allows for direct parental access (via the Internet) to a child's grades, classroom behavior, and homework assignments.  

 

NOT FOR EVERYONE

 

We seek to be flexible to the needs of our parents.  However, our program is not a "once size fits all".  Before & after-school care is not available.  And, as a Christian school, at least one parent must be member of a Christian church.

 

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