A classical and Christian education is essentially a liberal arts education that strives to meet the ancient Roman ideal of equipping men and women to function as free men and women in the service of God. The Bible commands all Christians to worship God with our minds and to be good stewards of the talents and abilities with which He has created us. Accordingly, we focus on providing an education that is varied, rich and challenging to the advanced student while still accessible to the average student.
Grammar School (K-Prep through fifth grade)
During these early years, students study the fundamental elements of each subject area to build a framework for future knowledge. Phonics, basic math facts, chronological historical study, fundamental writing skills, increasing reading mastery and hands-on science exploration are emphasized, and instruction capitalizes on the natural curiosity of the elementary student. Latin, the foundational language for the grammar and vocabulary of all Romance languages, is taught beginning in third grade.
Logic School (sixth through eighth grade)
In these middle school years, students begin to question, challenge and test what they are learning. Accordingly, classes are discussion based with a focus on cause and effect. Students continue to study the great works and events of Western Civilization. Instruction is deliberately structured to encourage the development of critical and abstract thinking skills.
Rhetoric School (ninth through twelfth grade)
Geneva’s high school curriculum builds upon the Grammar School foundation of fundamental skills and facts and the Logic School development of critical thinking skills. With these basic knowledge-building skills, students are taught to communicate their thoughts clearly, eloquently, respectfully and persuasively both orally and in writing. Students study a modern Romance language or continue with Latin; mathematics through calculus; all the foundational sciences including biology, chemistry and physics; history, government and fine arts; and the Western Canon engaged from a biblical worldview.
In all three schools, students study works that have withstood the test of time. Subjects are integrated across disciplines, and students study complete literary works instead of textbooks comprised of literary excerpts. Geneva’s goal is to develop in students a life-long love of learning and the mental habits necessary to develop mature, logical and biblical thinking.