Foundational Years

Junior Kindergarten & Kindergarten

A Strong Start. A Confident Transition. A Foundation for Lifelong Learning.

Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten at Cathedral Oak Academy provide a strong foundation for a successful transition into formal academics. Through engaging stories, hands-on exploration, early literacy and mathematics, memorization, and meaningful conversation, students develop the knowledge, skills, and learning habits they need.

Our junior kindergarten program prepares students to enter Kindergarten with confidence. In partnership with parents, we nurture the whole childβ€”academically, spiritually, and sociallyβ€”laying the groundwork for a lifetime of learning, wisdom, and virtue.

Curriculum

  • Bible & Theology

    Students explore Scripture as the foundation of their faith while growing in their understanding of Christian truth and love for God and His Word.

  • Literature

    Students encounter great stories, poetry, myths, and classic literature that cultivate imagination, build vocabulary, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

  • History & Geography

    Students explore the people, places, and events that have shaped our world while developing an understanding of history, geography, and their place in God’s unfolding story.

  • Mathematics

    Students build a strong foundation in mathematical concepts and essential math facts while developing fluency, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

  • Science

    Students explore the natural world through observation and discovery while building scientific knowledge, curiosity, and wonder at God’s creation.

  • Latin

    Students are introduced to Latin vocabulary and grammar, strengthening their understanding of language and English while laying a foundation for future study.

  • Writing & Grammar

    Students develop strong foundations in grammar, spelling, handwriting, and composition while learning to communicate clearly and confidently.

  • Music & Visual Arts

    Students discover and create beauty through singing, music, drawing, painting, and other artistic mediums while developing creativity, craftsmanship, and an appreciation for the beauty and order of God’s creation.

  • Physical Education

    Students develop strength, coordination, fitness, and healthy habits while learning teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

A Rich Tradition of Literature

Our literature program introduces students to great stories, beloved classics, poetry, mythology, fables, fairy tales, and historical fictionβ€”the best of the literary tradition. Through rich and memorable works, students build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, cultivate imagination, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Students encounter stories that inspire courage, virtue, wonder, and wisdom, including selections from classic collections such as James Baldwin’s Fifty Famous Stories Retold. Through narration and recitation, students learn to listen carefully, articulate their thoughts, remember what they have read, and engage deeply with beautiful language and enduring ideas.

  • Little Bear

  • The Story about Ping

  • Billy and Blaze

  • Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie

  • Brambly Hedge

Biblical Worldview

Faith is woven throughout the school day. Students learn to see God’s truth and goodness in every subjectβ€”from literature and history to mathematics and science.

  • Students begin the day together in community through prayer, Scripture, singing, announcements, and shared learning. These gatherings build school-wide unity, reinforce Christian virtues, and cultivate a sense of belonging and purpose.

  • Students memorize Scripture and learn songs and hymns that help them know God’s Word, treasure truth, and carry it with them throughout life. Through repetition and joyful singing, students build a lasting foundation of faith, language, and worship.

  • Students study the Bible as the foundation of Christian faith and life, tracing God’s redemptive story and growing in their understanding of Scripture, doctrine, and Christian character.

  • Students learn to view all areas of study through the truth of Scripture, recognizing God as the source of truth and exploring how faith shapes their understanding of the world, their relationships, and their responsibilities.

  • Students learn to pray with reverence and confidence, developing a daily habit of bringing their needs, gratitude, and praise before God. Through prayer, students grow in their relationship with God and learn to depend on Him in every area of life.

Student Life & Community

Students build friendships and discover their gifts through field trips, community events, chorus, theater, and athletics. Beginning in 2nd grade, students can participate in chorus and theater opportunities, while athletic opportunities include swim beginning in 4th grade and cross country and boys basketball beginning in 6th grade.

Students also enjoy daily recess on our large playground, outdoor lunch, basketball goals, and plenty of space to play, move, explore, and build friendships. These experiences help students develop confidence, teamwork, perseverance, and a strong sense of belonging within the COA community.