Rigorous. Biblical. Built for real growth.
We help students develop a Biblical worldview and the academic skills to thrive — from phonics to algebra, from chapel to coding.
Shrewsbury Christian Academy seeks to provide learning experiences that help develop students with a biblical worldview to become servant leaders and disciples of Christ Jesus.
We offer weekly enrichment classes for all students in kindergarten through grade eight, including art, music, physical education, computer technology, and (3rd–8th) Spanish. All grades visit the library regularly and participate in chapel services throughout the year. Every day begins with pledges to God, the Bible, and the United States of America.
Pre-School (3 and 4 year olds)
Our preschool program nurtures young learners in a warm, faith-filled environment, with developmentally appropriate instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
Bible
Students receive direct Bible instruction, even as biblical principles are integrated throughout the day. Teachers use the Positive Action for Christ curriculum as a framework.
Language Arts
A strong phonics program combined with whole language strategies rich in literature and creative writing. Invented spelling in kindergarten transitions to formal spelling instruction in first grade.
Handwriting
Developmentally appropriate activities for hand dominance and letter formation. Second graders begin cursive in late fall.
Math
Manipulatives, math games, and reproducibles build foundations in Kindergarten. Starting in first grade, students use the Saxon math curriculum.
Social Studies
Themed units help students understand the world around them; second graders are introduced to American history.
Science
Life science, physical science, earth and space science, and health/safety — rooted in the truth that God has created all living things.
Technology
Basic skills — file management, clip art, fonts — laying a foundation for the four primary Microsoft Office programs.
Bible
Daily direct Bible instruction. 3rd grade studies Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, and Daniel; 4th grade focuses on the life of Christ, the Holy Spirit, and Paul's missionary journeys; 5th grade surveys the Old Testament.
Language Arts
Five-stage writing process, daily grammar review, quarterly book reports, and formal spelling instruction five days a week.
Math
ACSI Purposeful Design Math in 3rd and 4th; Saxon in 5th. Computation, problem solving, algebraic concepts, geometry, and measurement.
Social Studies
From community and geography in 3rd, to U.S. regions in 4th, to American History in 5th.
Science
Hands-on investigation using the scientific method across life, physical, and earth/space science.
Technology
Page layout, research skills, text wrapping, formatting — advancing Microsoft Office fluency.
Bible
6th grade: Daring Deliverers (400-year period of judges). 7th grade: To the Ends of the Earth (primitive church in Acts). 8th grade: Lightbearers (Christian worldview vs. postmodern worldviews).
English
Grammar, creative writing, fiction/poetry/non-fiction, and quarterly book reports with formal spelling and vocabulary.
Math
Saxon Math 87 → Saxon Algebra ½ → Saxon Algebra 1, preparing students for high school math.
Science
Unified study of life, earth, and physical science with a hands-on approach and annual science fair.
History
6th: Ancient Civilizations · 7th: Medieval / Early Modern · 8th: American History, with geography coursework in 7th & 8th.
Technology
Advanced Microsoft Office skills — citations, bibliographies, headers/footers — transitioning to Google Workspace.
Middle school reading list
A curated set of novels read in middle school. Titles vary at the discretion of the teacher.
