What 1st Grade Looks Like
First grade is where reading takes off. Students move from learning to read to reading to learn, while continuing to build the grammar-stage habits of memorization, narration, and careful observation.
What Students Learn
- Phonics mastery and independent reading development
- Singapore Math (Dimensions) for strong arithmetic foundations
- Living books across history, science, and literature
- Narration and copywork to develop writing skills
- Nature study and nature journaling
- Scripture memory and Bible instruction
- Art, music, and habit formation
Schedule and Tuition
First grade students attend two days per week (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) from 8 AM to 3 PM, with optional Friday enrichment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students should be working on phonics but do not need to be fluent readers. Our instruction meets students where they are.
Home days focus on reinforcing what was taught on campus - reading practice, math review, and copywork. The workload is age-appropriate and manageable.
Charlotte Mason methods complement the classical approach. We use her emphasis on living books, narration, nature study, and habit formation within the classical trivium framework.
At Saints Classical Academy, first graders study phonics and reading through living books, Singapore Math, handwriting (print), narration, Bible, nature study, art, and music. The Charlotte Mason approach emphasizes short lessons, focused attention, and rich content rather than busywork. Students also begin memory work including poetry, Scripture, and math facts.
Yes. Saints Classical Academy in Spring Hill, TN (about 30 minutes south of Nashville) offers K-12 classical Christian education. The elementary program uses Charlotte Mason methods, Singapore Math, and a rich curriculum of living books, Latin foundations, and nature study.
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