A Classical private school in Crestwood/Sappington, MO

It always begins with a spark, that moment when you see your child’s eyes widen with wonder as they hear a story that feels alive.

Maybe it was the first time you read Scripture together and your child asked a question so profound you had to pause…

Maybe it was watching them curl up with a book and lose themselves in a world bigger than their own…

Or maybe it was the sense deep in your heart that your child was made for more than worksheets, screens, and pacing guides.

You want your child to grow in wisdom, real wisdom, the kind shaped by truth, story, character, faith, and beauty.

You want learning that feels rich. Meaningful. Human.

That stirs the soul, not just checks boxes.

This is the heart of Classical Education at Agape Adventure Academy.

The Classical Difference

Let’s call this what it is:

Classical education is NOT old school.

It’s not outdated.

It’s not “traditional.”

It’s effective.

It forms thinkers.

It sharpens communication.

It builds moral clarity.

It trains leadership.

It creates adults who can stand firm, speak clearly, and act boldly.

In a world obsessed with shortcuts, hacks, and easy answers…

Classical education forces depth.

It demands excellence.

It cultivates discipline.

It shapes conviction.

This isn’t the kind of learning you forget after the test.

This is the kind of learning you live.

What Classical Education Means at Agape

Classical education follows the natural development of a child, training:

1. The Mind to Know Truth (Grammar Stage)

• Memorization

• Rich language exposure

• Bible stories

• Foundational skills

• Copywork and attention training

• Songs, recitations, poetry, Scripture

2. The Heart to Love Truth (Logic Stage)

• Reasoning

• Understanding cause and effect

• Asking questions

• Early apologetics

• Comparing worldviews

3. The Will to Defend Truth (Rhetoric Stage, foundations in elementary)

• Clear communication

• Storytelling

• Oral narration

• Writing with clarity

• Presenting ideas confidently

At Agape, classical education is rooted in:

• Scripture

• Virtue formation

• Habit training

• Rich literature

• Real conversations

• Nature study & observation

• Project-based exploration

We blend classical foundations with the joyful, hands-on learning children crave.

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Classical Leadership & Character

Classical is not just about reading great books, it’s about forming great people.

Agape students practice:

• Responsibility

• Leadership

• Self-governance

• Courage

• Teamwork

• Speaking truth with love

• Taking initiative

• Serving others

Every day is a chance to rise, to try, to grow, to lead.

We don’t protect children from challenge,

we prepare them for it.

What a Classical Day Looks Like

Morning Formation: Scripture, prayer, purpose, leadership habits.

Literary Richness: Read-alouds from classical, Christian, and nature-based literature.

Narration: Students retell stories orally — sharpening memory, language, and comprehension.

Copywork & Dictation: Training attention, accuracy, penmanship, and linguistic beauty.

Nature & Science Observation: Scientific thinking through God’s creation.

Hands-on Projects: STEM, art, marketplace, exploration.

Leadership Circle: Daily character practice, reflection, communication.

✔️A Classical School That Still Honors Childhood

Classical learning at Agape is:

• slow

• peaceful

• meaningful

• relational

• rooted in Scripture

• full of wonder

Kids climb trees, explore creation, build things, cook, garden, create projects, and practice leadership, all while developing classical habits of mind. This is NOT classical through pressure. It’s classical through joy.

A Classical Micro-School Serving St. Louis Families

Agape Adventure Academy serves families in:

• Crestwood

• Sappington

• Affton

• Sunset Hills

• Webster Groves

• South St. Louis County

Parents choose us because they want:

A Christ-centered classical education

• Small class sizes

• Gentle rhythm

• Strong leadership training

• Deep thinking

• Strong communication skills

• A biblical worldview

• Nature-based learning

• Real-world experiences

This is classical education that forms the whole child.

What We Read (Examples)

• Scripture

• Christian biographies

• Nature lore

• Poetry (Stevenson, Rossetti, Dickinson)

• Fables & moral stories

• Classic children’s literature

• Beautiful picture books

• Rich language stories

(No twaddle. No fluff. No empty content.)

Why St. Louis Parents Choose Classical Education at Agape

• Strong communication skills

• Moral clarity & character

• Depth over speed

• Peaceful environment

• Biblical worldview

• Leadership training

• Mentorship from loving teachers

• Community-centered learning

• Purpose-driven education

Schedule a Tour: See Classical Learning in Action

Your child was created for wisdom, courage, and purpose. Let’s build that foundation together.

📍 Crestwood /South County, St. Louis
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Your child was created with purpose.
Let’s help them live it.

Non-Discrimination Policy
Agape Adventure Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students at the school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships, or school programs.

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