Business Details
30 Years
experience
Leading JK-12 Classical Christian School in Concord, NC
Covenant Classical School was founded in 1996 to provide a distinctive educational experience combining classical learning methods with a biblical worldview. Our mission focuses on partnering with parents to cultivate academic excellence, leadership skills, and spiritual growth in students from junior kindergarten through twelfth grade. We employ the classical trivium curriculumgrammar, logic, and rhetoricto develop critical thinking and communication abilities grounded in Christian principles. Our faculty combines academic expertise with a commitment to nurturing students' character and spiritual development.Through a comprehensive program integrating Bible studies, literature, history, languages, mathematics, and sciences, we prepare students to engage thoughtfully with contemporary culture while maintaining moral integrity. The school's community includes families who value the integration of faith and learning, as evidenced by testimonials highlighting transformative academic and spiritual experiences. Our graduates emerge equipped with intellectual rigor, ethical foundations, and the capacity to positively influence their communities through Christ-centered leadership.
Services
Junior Kindergarten
Grammar School
Logic School
Rhetoric School
College Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 28 years of experience in classical Christian education since 1996
- Our faculty combines academic expertise with spiritual mentorship
- We implement the classical trivium curriculum for structured intellectual development
- Our program integrates biblical worldview across all academic disciplines
- We maintain a 100% college acceptance rate with strong graduate outcomes
What people say
Excellent education
Teachers care deeply
Spiritual life development
Character and speech growth
Christ-centered lens
Services
Grammar School
Our Grammar School program (grades 1-6) establishes foundational knowledge through systematic study of core subjects. Students engage with classical literature, Latin language basics, and biblical principles while developing reading comprehension and writing skills. The curriculum emphasizes memorization and mastery of essential facts to support future critical thinking development.
Logic School
The Logic School (grades 7-8) cultivates analytical thinking through Socratic discussions and logical reasoning. Students explore formal logic, scientific methodology, and historical analysis while continuing biblical studies. This program develops students' ability to construct sound arguments and evaluate information critically within a Christian framework.
Rhetoric School
Our Rhetoric School (grades 9-12) focuses on advanced communication skills and independent thinking. Students engage in debates, write analytical essays, and complete senior thesis projects. The college preparatory curriculum includes AP courses, classical literature analysis, and ethical reasoning within a biblical context.
College Guidance
The College Guidance program provides personalized support for higher education planning. Services include course selection counseling, standardized test preparation, application assistance, and spiritual discernment for vocational calling. Our graduates consistently gain admission to top universities while maintaining strong Christian values.
Athletics Program
Our athletics program develops character through competitive sports in three seasons. Students participate in team sports while learning discipline, leadership, and sportsmanship. The program emphasizes physical development, teamwork, and representing Christ-like values in competition.
People
David Drye
Founder
David Drye co-founded Covenant Classical School in 1996 with a vision to establish classical Christian education in the Charlotte region. His leadership created an institution that combines academic rigor with biblical principles to develop future Christian leaders.
Ann Drye
Founder
Ann Drye partnered with her husband David to establish Covenant Classical School. As co-founders, they developed the school's mission to integrate classical education methods with Christian teachings for comprehensive student development.
Terry Cross
Faculty Member
Terry Cross contributes to Covenant's educational mission through dedicated teaching that combines academic excellence with spiritual mentorship. The faculty's commitment to student development extends beyond academics to include character formation and biblical worldview integration.
Josh Leland
Faculty Member
Josh Leland serves as an educator at Covenant Classical School, where he helps students develop critical thinking skills through classical teaching methods. His instruction emphasizes both academic mastery and spiritual growth within the school's Christ-centered framework.
Jennifer Mahaley
Faculty Member
Jennifer Mahaley provides instruction that combines subject matter expertise with character development. As part of Covenant's teaching staff, she contributes to the school's mission of nurturing students' intellectual and spiritual growth through classical educational approaches.
Questions
What educational philosophy does Covenant Classical School follow?
We follow the classical trivium model combined with biblical principles, focusing on grammar, logic, and rhetoric stages to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
What grade levels does the school serve?
Covenant Classical School provides education from Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade in a continuous JK-12 program.
Is the school accredited?
While we maintain high academic standards, specific accreditation details require direct inquiry to our admissions office for current information.
What spiritual development opportunities exist?
Our program integrates biblical studies across all subjects and includes spiritual mentorship, chapel services, and character development initiatives throughout the curriculum.
How does the school support college preparation?
We offer college counseling, AP courses, and academic advising to ensure students meet university admission requirements while maintaining their Christian values.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school provides athletics across three seasons, fine arts programs, community service opportunities, and student government participation.
Reviews (3)
Sandy H.
Oct 14, 2020
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I was expecting a good education and a place for our daughters to grow and make long lasting friendships. Instead we discovered a home away from home. A safe place to learn and be surrounded by Jesus everyday. Refreshing during these crazy times. Hands down the best decision our family has ever made.
Jaiden Carter
Jan 26, 2020
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Excellent overall experience, probably the best christian school in our region. Any parent and/or child will find things they don't like at any school, but the overall academic experience, culture and ethical leadership are superb. Students here have a real leg up on others in the community from the standpoint of academics and leadership development.
Christi Gromis
Dec 31, 2019
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We consider it a blessing and a privilege to have our daughters attend such an amazing academic school in a loving, Christ-centered environment where all knowledge is interrelated and points back to God. We have been at CCS for 9 years and love the family atmosphere where there is a culture of caring not only for the well being of the students, but also for their families. We appreciate that our girls are learning the timeless skills of thinking, reasoning, logic and expression that is inspiring a love for life-long learning that will serve them well throughout all stages of life. The commitment
