A School Like This…
As the child of a US Marine, I attended many different types of schools at our many duty stations: public school, private school, and Department of Defense schools. Never, in all my experience, did I have the privilege to be part of a school like this.

Now the mother of four, I drop my children at the door each morning with peace in my heart and joy in my soul. I entrust them to enthusiastic, loving teachers who nurture my children’s educational and spiritual growth; who enrich their lives with knowledge, beauty, goodness, and the desire to serve others in the spirit of God’s love.

I was introduced to classical education when my eldest son was a baby and firmly believe there is no better way to teach a child. I am so thankful that God led us to Naperville Christian Academy in His perfect time, for I have witnessed the wonders of classical education firsthand. I find myself learning with my children, and from them. What a blessing to see them fill themselves with the glory of God’s creation!

Whatever you seek in a school, I encourage you to visit NCA. Just visit. You will find a calm, cheerful, structured environment in which students thrive. This school is in the world, but not of the world. This is evident in the conduct of the faculty, staff, students, and parents. NCA is a true gift to our family, and we are so very grateful to be part of it.

Most Sincerely,
Rebecca Ruff
2011

Searching High and Low for a Classical School

We were introduced to classical education even before we had kids . . . some friends of ours in Arizona half-jokingly contacted us to see if either or both of us would be interested in teaching at a school they were trying to grow (…we weren’t!). It wasn’t until our son was about three years old that we really started thinking and praying about where God would have us send our kids to school. It was then we started looking more seriously into the philosophy of a Classical Christian education – and we absolutely fell in love with it. We read books and articles and talked with a lot of friends, and really felt that that was what we wanted for our kids. With no known schools in the area, though, it seemed that a classical education could only happen from our own home (PANIC!!!). As much as the literature assures you anyone can home school this way, we for many reasons truly did not see home schooling as an option for us. So, it became an even more fervent matter of prayer. At our yearly extended family prayer time at the end of the summer of ’04, this was my only request – that the Lord would make it clear how He would have us educate our kids (James would not be starting kindergarten until the Fall of ’06). 

Four months later I was enjoying a Christmas brunch with the ladies in my Bible study. It was hosted at the home of a woman who had just joined our study that fall, and as I was passing through her kitchen I heard her excitedly sharing with another friend about the school her daughter attended. Not only was her elated love for the school intriguing, but what she was describing sounded precisely like what we had been praying for. I finally had to interrupt and ask if the school she was describing was a classical school . . . yes! And where is it? Naperville?!? I couldn’t believe it (though I should have – God is faithful!). I was confident then that this was God’s answer to our prayers, and in the following months/year of our looking closer at NCA, that became even more apparent.  

Our son, James, is now in second grade and has attended NCA since kindergarten, and Hannah will be starting next fall. So it would seem appropriate now to write of all the things we love about NCA – I can’t . . . there’s so much! Each time we meet someone associated with the development and administrating of the school, we praise God for their humility and true desire to instill in each student a Christian world view. Every teacher our son has had the privilege of learning under has nurtured and encouraged Him to live for Christ and to put others first – not to mention the wonderful academics they so effectively teach, resulting in his love for learning. It’s also been such a blessing to watch the students at NCA interact – whether it be at lunch time, in Chapel, on the playground, or in class. I’m encouraged seeing their sweet, kind interactions with one another, as well as a respect for all. The junior high students strike me as being confident, caring, and considerate in a way that is not often found in kids their age. I want that for my kids. The more we discover about NCA, the more we praise God for the school – it is truly an answer to prayer! 
Mrs. Sarah Tompkins, Fall ’08

Other Testimonials…

“Naperville Christian Academy is a blessing in both the quality of the education and the Christian foundation that is being poured into my children. The teachers and curriculum have far exceeded my expectations.”  

“I am very thankful that Naperville Christian Academy exists. It offers an outstanding Christian education. I am continually amazed at what my children are learning in every subject area. The teachers are godly examples to our children. They inspire them to work hard and do their best for God’s glory. My children have grown much intellectually, spiritually, socially and physically. The teachers show commitment, encouragement, love, and patience in teaching our children.”

“Naperville Christian Academy is a wonderful school. If you are looking for a caring supportive environment, this is the place. If you are looking for diligent and committed teachers, this is the place. If you are looking for a classical approach to education, this is the place. We are a ‘family’ at Naperville Christian Academy. Our children are learning great things while their hearts are focused on Jesus Christ. My son has grown by leaps and bounds at this school. His spiritual education has been fantastic! Naperville Christian Academy is a terrific school.” 

“I was helping my first grade daughter with her homework.  I pulled out a paper about the Good Samaritan and asked her if she could tell me about it.  She recited the verses word for word.  My eyes filled with tears of joy.  Just think how our father in heaven smiles down when he hears little ones speak the Word of the Lord.” 

“My husband and I wanted our sons to have an education that was founded upon the Word of God and that was academically excellent.   We found this at Naperville Christian Academy.” 

“I love the Science program at Naperville Christian Academy.  The students do lots of experiments and take wonderful field trips. And what a blessing that science is approached as the study of God’s creation.” 

“The teachers are excellent – they are committed to the Lord, they are intelligent, well-educated, and knowledgeable in their fields, and they love teaching our children.”