Transfer Considerations

The Grammar phase provides the foundation for all future years of education. This is proven academically, as students learn Saxon math, phonics-based English, and various recitations. It’s also crucial in 3rd grade as NCCA students are first introduced to Latin. But it’s proven behaviorally also – it’s in these grades that the differences between children with biblical discipline at home are easily distinguishable from those without.

The Logic phase is the introduction to Secondary school, bringing newfound freedoms and opportunities for students. Students recognize differentiation from parents, requiring strong male presence for discipline and role models, rather than educating boys and girls interchangeably. Christ taught that fully trained students would be like their teachers (Luke 6:40), requiring a balance of male and female teachers for Secondary students.

The Rhetoric phase requires experienced and well-rounded teachers to instruct in all classes, especially Theology. NCCA has dedicated teachers and several pastors on staff, providing integrated education which is deep and wide for all the subjects and ages. Further, the academic rigor of 7-hour days prepares virtuous students who are entering colleges or workforces which expect focused attention for extended amounts of time. These students have the Christian worldview, virtue, and wisdom to transform whatever cultures they enter.

Discipleship - Sin is present in all academic environments, even if repentance and reconciliation are not. Fortunately, NCCA places a high emphasis on confronting sin, extending forgiveness, and restoring relationships. We can’t promise an environment free from sin, but we can promise to disciple students through it.

Diligence - To whom much is given, much is required (Luke 12:48). We place a strong importance on academic rigor and train students to work joyfully and diligently as to the Lord. We teach students that they can develop their diligence and rigor, and that laziness always means more work in the long run.

Virtue Formation - Students are expected and trained to embody Christian virtue. NCCA expects parents to intentionally raise their children as Christians, looking to biblical principles as we do the same. We desire our students to be transformed into the image of Christ from one degree of glory to the next.