Our Philosophy of Education
We seek to cultivate wisdom and virtue through the paideia of the Lord, forming students by the enduring riches of literature, history, poetry, mathematics, and the sciences within the tradition of the Medieval Liberal Arts. This tradition rests on the Trivium—Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric—which together train the mind to think clearly, reason soundly, and communicate with eloquence. The Quadrivium—arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music—directs the intellect to the order and harmony woven into creation, revealing the beauty of God’s design.
At Tyndale, these arts are pursued in the context of cohorts—small, intentional communities of learners who journey together through the disciplines, fostering accountability, encouragement, and deep dialogue. These cohorts form the relational framework in which students practice the skills of inquiry, discussion, and collaboration, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the Church, the marketplace, and civic life.
We affirm with the Roman orator Quintilian that rhetoric is “the art of a good man speaking well.” Yet goodness cannot be attained apart from Christ, the only perfect Good Man. He is the foundation of all learning, for “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” Our aim is not only to form articulate thinkers, but also to shape their loves—so that truth is cherished, goodness is pursued, and beauty is recognized as a reflection of God Himself.
Philosophy of Science
Philosophy of Mathematics
Philosophy of Mathematics
Science is the reasoned application of a curious mind to understand, categorize, and make predictions about a beautiful and knowable creation. Founded on the basis that God is the Author and Sustainer of all things (Col. 1:16-17), we teach science with confidence, curiosity, and joy. Because science is concerned with questions of “how” an
Science is the reasoned application of a curious mind to understand, categorize, and make predictions about a beautiful and knowable creation. Founded on the basis that God is the Author and Sustainer of all things (Col. 1:16-17), we teach science with confidence, curiosity, and joy. Because science is concerned with questions of “how” and “why” things work, we recognize that it is deeply connected with the subjects of mathematics, philosophy, and theology. Through repeated observation, experimentation, reasoning, and discussion students will come to appreciate the intricacies of God’s handiwork while developing their ability to think critically, give thanks, and faithfully steward creation.
Philosophy of Mathematics
Philosophy of Mathematics
Philosophy of Mathematics
Mathematics is a reflection of God’s order in creation, a language speaking to the consistency, beauty, and logic of His design. Our instruction will invite students to reason and explore the “why” behind mathematical principles as they learn how to think critically. With the goal of mastering topics, rather than memorizing an order of op
Mathematics is a reflection of God’s order in creation, a language speaking to the consistency, beauty, and logic of His design. Our instruction will invite students to reason and explore the “why” behind mathematical principles as they learn how to think critically. With the goal of mastering topics, rather than memorizing an order of operations to merely pass a test, students will be equipped to approach problems in all aspects of life. By integrating mathematics with other disciplines such as language and science, we will inspire students to see math as a tool for interpreting the world and understanding their place in God’s creation. Mathematics teaches objective truth and the rules of logic, building in students a recognition of provable answers that reflect God’s eternal Truth.
Philosophy of Language
Philosophy of Mathematics
Philosophy of Language
Language is a gift that allows us to communicate with one another. This can be done well or poorly–still reeling from the confusion of language at Babel. Language not only provides the content of communication but also shapes the contours of thought. We seek to foster both an understanding of the components of language and a love for lang
Language is a gift that allows us to communicate with one another. This can be done well or poorly–still reeling from the confusion of language at Babel. Language not only provides the content of communication but also shapes the contours of thought. We seek to foster both an understanding of the components of language and a love for language. Beginning with the foundations of English grammar, we will progress to teach Latin which will help students grow in an appreciation of English, reinforce grammar skills, and deepen precise thinking. As the language of the educated for over two millenia, Latin was the language in which much of Western thought and Ecclesiastical practice was developed. After mastering the foundations, our students will then practice rhetoric which is “the art of a good man speaking well” (Quintilian) through classroom discourse, public speaking, and eventual development and defense of a thesis. We hope to develop future men and women who understand and can employ language effectively and winsomely.
Philosophy of Humanities
Philosophy of Humanities
Philosophy of Humanities
At Tyndale Classical Academy, we approach Humanities as an integrated course including history, philosophy, literature, art, and Bible. We will explore the threads of thought and culture that have shaped the tapestry of our world, helping students understand their place in time. Through this integrated approach, students will come to unde
At Tyndale Classical Academy, we approach Humanities as an integrated course including history, philosophy, literature, art, and Bible. We will explore the threads of thought and culture that have shaped the tapestry of our world, helping students understand their place in time. Through this integrated approach, students will come to understand how certain beliefs work through all aspects of personal, civil, and societal life. We seek to equip students as wise and virtuous individuals teaching them to think critically, synthesize ideas, and evaluate arguments. In so doing, we hope they would adopt what is true, good, and beautiful while censuring what is false, evil, and ugly. This approach to Humanities embodies the “Liberal Arts” which, for millenia, have been aimed at producing free men and women who can assume their roles as leaders in society. (Liber meaning “free man” in Latin, thus this is a “liberating” or “freeing arts” education).
Philosophy of Bible
Philosophy of Humanities
Philosophy of Humanities
“In the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the word was God.” (John 1:1) As Christians, we are people of the Word and so we hold to a high view of Scripture as authoritative, divinely-inspired, and infallible. At Tyndale Classical Academy, Scripture will be the foundation that informs all areas of study, shaping every
“In the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the word was God.” (John 1:1) As Christians, we are people of the Word and so we hold to a high view of Scripture as authoritative, divinely-inspired, and infallible. At Tyndale Classical Academy, Scripture will be the foundation that informs all areas of study, shaping every aspect of the day through the lens of God’s Word. Therefore, TCA will integrate daily Bible training and understanding into a comprehensive Humanities curriculum so that students will develop the ability to navigate and interpret God’s Word and be able to identify what is true, beautiful, and good as defined by Him. This integrated approach aims to form a deep understanding of Scripture, equipping students to engage the world with wisdom, clarity, and a Christ-centered perspective, since “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Tim 3:16)
Philosophy of Music
Philosophy of Music
Philosophy of Music
God’s people are a singing people and in music there is much power. God has gifted us not only with examples of song-makers (Moses, Deborah, and King David) but provided an entire book of songs for His people in The Psalms. He has equipped us with the language and experiences to rejoice and give thanks, question and wrestle, lament and gl
God’s people are a singing people and in music there is much power. God has gifted us not only with examples of song-makers (Moses, Deborah, and King David) but provided an entire book of songs for His people in The Psalms. He has equipped us with the language and experiences to rejoice and give thanks, question and wrestle, lament and glorify. Through the tools of song, poetry, and instruments we are able to better express elements of truths, beauty, and goodness. Music is an act of worship, offering up our words, breath, attention, and skill. It is a way to put off folly and be filled with the Spirit (Ephesians 5:15-21). Because music shapes the soul, we want our students to be knowledgeable and skillful in this arena. We will teach them music as a language--building from imitation, basic grammar, and aural skills to understanding, interpretation, and performance. All of this, as Johann Sebastian Bach would write at the end of a piece of music, soli Deo gloria – “to the glory of God”.
Philosophy of PE
Philosophy of Music
Philosophy of Music
Christians have been given much to steward, and much of that stewardship requires physical action and good health. God has tasked man with providing for and guarding their estate and family (Gen 2:15), taking dominion over the earth to subdue it (Gen 1:28), and going into the world to baptize the nations (Matt 28:19-20). He has created wo
Christians have been given much to steward, and much of that stewardship requires physical action and good health. God has tasked man with providing for and guarding their estate and family (Gen 2:15), taking dominion over the earth to subdue it (Gen 1:28), and going into the world to baptize the nations (Matt 28:19-20). He has created woman as a “help meet” for man (Gen 2:18) calling her to much action and glory in managing the home (Titus 2), rearing children (1 Tim 2:15), and working diligently and competently as a Proverbs 31 woman. Physical health is necessary to fulfill these mandates. As such, we should seek knowledge and understanding of our bodies and work to maintain the earthly vessels God has provided us, even as we affirm our health is given by God alone. Physical exercise, proper nutrition, along with social interaction and spiritual health, are the main ways we can maintain physical health to be fit for our purposes in Christ. (1 Tim 4:8, Prov 23:20-21, Ecc 4:9-10, 1 Cor 11:29-30).