North Star academics
K-12 Education

Classical Academics

Our curriculum follows the classical trivium — Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric — matching the natural stages of a child's cognitive development.

The Classical Method

Tools of Learning

Classical education uses the "tools of learning" — grammar, logic, and rhetoric — as foundational skills enabling students to think critically and master any subject area. These stages align with how children naturally develop and learn.

Grammar School
K-6

Grammar School

Students absorb facts and build foundational knowledge through memorization, recitation, songs, and hands-on learning. This stage capitalizes on children's natural ability to memorize.

  • Foundation building
  • Memorization & recitation
  • Hands-on learning
  • Reading & writing skills
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Logic School
7-8

Logic School

Students learn to think critically and analytically. They study formal and informal logic, engage in thoughtful discussion and debate, and begin to understand how ideas connect across disciplines.

  • Critical thinking
  • Formal and informal logic
  • Discussion & debate
  • Cross-disciplinary connections
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Rhetoric School
9-12

Rhetoric School

Students express themselves eloquently and persuasively. They synthesize knowledge, develop their own convictions, and learn to communicate truth with wisdom and grace.

  • Eloquent expression
  • Senior thesis
  • Socratic discussion
  • College preparation
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Our Teachers

Meet Our Faculty

Our faculty are master teachers committed to the mission of classical Christian education, partnering with families to pursue excellence and nurture a love of learning.

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