Understanding Classical Christian
Education at Telos
Classical Christian Education (CCE) is a time-tested educational system which establishes a biblical worldview, works with the natural phases of child development, cultivates the seven Christian virtues, trains students in reasoning through the Trivium (Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric), and engages children in “the great conversation” through the historical Great Books. At Telos CCS, we strive to create a love of truth, goodness, and beauty, and to teach children that all knowledge comes from the Lord and is to be used to glorify Him.
Grammar School
K,1-3
-The “What” of learning
-The building blocks of understanding
-Enjoy memorization through songs, chants, and rhymes
-Need authority from adults
Bridge to Logic
4-5
-Continued memorization practice
-Need a blend of authority & Interpretation from adults
-Begin integrating the “What” & “Why” of learning
-Logic puzzles & riddles help prepare students for formal logic
Logic
6-8
-The “Why” of learning
-Speech and intro to debate skills
-Need new challenges
-Need interpretation from adults
-Formal Logic begins
Rhetoric
9-12
-The “How” of learning -Communicate eloquently & wisely with others
-Develop independent thought
-Need guidance from adults
-Learn to become leaders and culture-shapers