An American classical education
About Classical Education
Knowledge in the liberal arts and sciences, good judgment, and preparation for responsible citizenship.
The liberal arts and sciences
Classical education seeks to form knowledgeable and virtuous young adults who understand their place in history and culture.
A classical education gives students a broad foundation in literature, history, mathematics, the natural sciences, languages, and the arts. Children need knowledge of the world and practice in reading, writing, speaking, and reasoning to make independent judgments.
At Oxford Classical, the course of study will be cumulative: early mastery of reading, writing, and arithmetic prepares students for more demanding work in later grades.
At Oxford Classical, teachers will lead lessons with books, recitation, discussion, and written work. Students will practice listening closely, asking questions, explaining what they have learned, and completing their work with care.
Moral and intellectual development
Students will learn to exercise sound judgment, govern themselves, and take part responsibly in the self-government of their communities.
Teachers will expect students to tell the truth, listen carefully, work steadily, and treat others with respect. Books and historical study give students opportunities to consider questions of courage, justice, duty, and friendship. The aim is to build knowledge and the habits needed to use it well.
Civic responsibility and informed patriotism
An honest study of America’s achievements and failures will cultivate a mature love for our country and an understanding of the responsibilities of self-government.
Students will study the American founding, the institutions of self-government, and the country’s achievements and failures honestly. This study will prepare them to understand their rights and responsibilities and to participate thoughtfully in civic life.
Oxford Classical will offer a public education. Its educational program will focus on instruction, not partisan advocacy.