Frequently Asked Questions

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Immanuel Classical School will be coming soon to Bend, Oregon! Stay tuned for more details.

We will begin with grades K-8, but plan to expand to a full K-12 school in the future.

Classical education is another term for Liberal Arts, which are foundational to the way God designed us to learn. Classical education is built around the seven liberal arts: the first three are the Trivium (language arts of grammar, logic, and rhetoric), and the second four are the Quadrivium (mathematical arts of arithmetic, geometry, science, and music). An individual who has mastery of words and mastery of numbers can really go on to learn anything. This is how classical education truly lays a foundation for lifelong learning. 

The Liberal Arts Tradition: A Philosophy of Christian Classical Education (Kevin Clark and Ravi Jain) is a helpful resource. A review of that book may be found here.

Many students have little or no background in classical education before enrolling. We use academic testing and family interviews to assess a student’s learning level and ensure they are placed in the most fitting classes. Furthermore, students are supported with training and instruction in foundational skills and knowledge. Those students who enthusiastically desire to learn and grow and have supportive family settings to help them navigate this new experience are those who will find the most success. 

Accreditation takes time for new schools to achieve. We do however provide transcripts which meet all the criteria for college entrance. We are currently working with Concordis Education Partners to meet all standards and best practices. 

We concentrate education into four consecutive "core" days.  Instruction in core fields of study are given Tuesday through Friday and then parents use Monday for a "practice or prepare day."  During this time, students practice what they've learned or prepare through reading, memorizing, and reinforcing concepts for the next academic day.  

We chose "learning levels" over traditional age-based grades (K-12) to foster individualized and mastery-based education. This approach recognizes that children learn at different paces and allows students to progress based on their comprehension and skill development rather than being confined to an arbitrary grade level tied to their age.

Here’s why this model is beneficial:

1. Focus on Mastery: Learning levels ensure students fully grasp foundational concepts before moving on, reducing gaps in knowledge and building confidence in their abilities.
2. Personalized Education: It tailors education to each child’s strengths and needs, offering advanced challenges or additional support as necessary.
3. Flexibility for Growth: Students can excel in areas where they are stronger while receiving extra time in areas where they need development, fostering a well-rounded education.
4. Collaboration and Community: Learning levels encourage collaboration across a broader range of ages and abilities, building a sense of community while reducing the stigma of being “ahead” or “behind.”

Alignment with Mission: This approach supports the goal of equipping students with discernment and critical thinking by emphasizing depth of learning rather than pace.

We do not want tuition costs to be the reason that your child cannot attend Immanuel Classical, therefore we fundraise to provide a financial aid fund, based on financial need. We use Benefaq as our financial aid processor to determine financial need. If you are interested in applying for tuition assistance, please email info@immanuelclassical.school.

We recognize the value of each child and believe in the faithful stewardship of all. We will regularly evaluate the communities needs and should it arise will be striving to provide special education. We will not be in a position to provide this service during the 2026 - 2027 school year.