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Westminster Academy fully embraces the 16,000 hours that a student spends in school. It is within that space of time that we seek to develop each student spiritually, socially, and academically. Each of those hours is important. As you can imagine, what occurs during those hours differs dramatically depending on the student’s age. With that in mind, Westminster Academy provides a distinct academic division for grades 4–6 in our school—the Purposeful Rigorous Engaging Program or PREP.

PREP heavily emphasizes reading and math development with a specific focus on the sixth grade as transitional to upper school.

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  • We intentionally integrate academics and spiritual formation to support students’ intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
  • Our faculty works together to address each student’s needs, offering a holistic approach that weaves biblical instruction into all subject areas, fostering a strong biblical worldview.
  • We are committed to enhancing this integration through weekly chapels, Spiritual Emphasis Week, and various service opportunities.
  • We use diverse teaching methods to promote lifelong learning and intellectual curiosity.
  • We offer a rigorous curriculum with high standards for student achievement and success.
  • Our dedicated teachers create stimulating learning environments that encourage critical thinking and creativity and provide opportunities for differentiation and enrichment.
  • We employ interactive, hands-on, and cooperative learning activities to engage various learning styles.
  • We focus on real-world applications and connections to deepen student engagement and ownership of their learning.
  • We enhance educational experiences with technology, multimedia resources, and service-learning projects for experiential learning and community involvement.
  • We implement a balanced, well-structured curriculum to ensure students make the most of this critical portion of their 16,000 hours in school.
  • Our program delivers diverse, interactive, and hands-on learning experiences that keep students engaged and motivated, making each hour of their education impactful and relevant.
  • We utilize educational technology and multimedia tools effectively to enrich learning experiences and streamline instruction.

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