Contact Information
Spring Hill, TN 37174
andraballen@gmail.com
(615) 971-9382
aallen176@gmail.com
(615) 971-9287
Faith & Philosophy
We are both believers in Jesus Christ and were raised in Christian homes where faith was modeled as an active, lived commitment rather than simply a set of beliefs. As adults, our faith continues to shape how we approach family life, relationships, and daily decisions. We are faithful members of The Bridge Church in Spring Hill, where we value biblical teaching, worship, and living out our faith within community. At home, we seek to cultivate a Christ-centered environment through prayer, reading Scripture together, and encouraging our children to grow in both knowledge of God and love for others. Our desire is for our children to see faith as integrated into all of life, not compartmentalized, and to grow in wisdom, character, and humility as they follow Christ.
Our primary reason for seeking admission to Saints Classical Academy is our desire for an education that forms both the mind and the heart. We are drawn to the classical model and Saints Classical’s Christ-centered approach, where faith is integrated into learning and students are taught to pursue truth, goodness, and beauty while developing strong character and virtue. We also value the tutorial model, which aligns with our belief that parents are the primary educators and allows us to partner closely with teachers in our child’s formation. Ultimately, we hope our children grow in wisdom, love of learning, and a deepening faith in Jesus Christ, and we believe Saints Classical Academy is well aligned with that vision.
We seek to incorporate our faith into our family’s daily life through intentional rhythms and habits. We pray together regularly, especially at family meal times, attend church faithfully, and read Scripture together as a family, using those moments to talk about how following Jesus shapes our attitudes, choices, and relationships. We also practice Sabbath by intentionally slowing down, resting from distractions, and prioritizing worship, family time, and gratitude, helping our children learn that life with Christ is not driven by hurry but by trust and faithfulness. Our aim is to be with Jesus, become more like Him, and order our family life around His truth and love in both ordinary and meaningful moments.
As parents of four children, our hope is that an educational partnership with Saints Classical Academy would support the formation of each child academically, spiritually, and socially in a Christ-centered community. Academically, we desire a strong foundation in reading, writing, and critical thinking, and a love of learning rooted in the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. Spiritually, we pray our children would grow in wisdom, character, and a faith that is integrated into all of life, reinforced by the habits and values we cultivate at home. Socially, we hope they are known, challenged, and supported within a community that encourages meaningful friendships, accountability, and service to others. Ultimately, we desire Saints Classical to partner with our family in helping our children grow into thoughtful, faithful, and well-formed individuals who engage the world with confidence and grace.
Our understanding of Christian, classical education is that it forms the whole child by grounding learning in a biblical worldview and the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. The classical model emphasizes age-appropriate learning through the grammar, logic, and rhetoric stages, helping students not only gain knowledge but learn how to think clearly and communicate well. We value that faith is integrated into every subject, shaping character and wisdom alongside academic growth, and ordering education toward loving God and serving others.
Our parenting philosophy is rooted in Scripture and focused on discipling our children to love God, grow in wisdom, and develop Christlike character. We seek to lead with grace and consistency, modeling faith, repentance, and love, while teaching responsibility and perseverance. We believe parenting is best lived within Christian community and value partnering with our church, school, and other families in the formation of our children.
Students (4)
Zala Allen 7th Grade → 8th
Zala is curious, creative, and enjoys learning both independently and with others. She loves reading, has a strong interest in music, and enjoys creative activities like cooking and gardening. She naturally shows leadership in group settings, works well with others, and brings thoughtfulness and enthusiasm to the things she pursues outside of school.
Zala enjoys reading and writing and is especially drawn to creative expression through music and art. She approaches her schoolwork with focus and care, completing assignments responsibly and taking pride in her work. While she benefits from structure and clear expectations, she demonstrates a strong work ethic, perseverance, and a willingness to engage thoughtfully with academic material.
As a firstborn, our daughter has strong convictions and a clear sense of right and wrong. She may initially express her perspective, but she is respectful of authority and ultimately receives discipline well. She responds positively to clear expectations and consistent guidance, learns from correction, and seeks to do what is right. She has never had any discipline issues outside the home and demonstrates self-control and responsibility in structured environments.
Gwyneth Allen 4th Grade → 5th
Gwyneth is very social and outgoing and makes friends easily with children of all ages. She loves to sing and act and enjoys expressing herself creatively through activities like making jewelry and cooking. She is also very athletic and enjoys staying active. Gwyneth brings enthusiasm and joy into the activities she participates in and enjoys connecting with others through shared interests.
Gwyneth is gifted academically, particularly in math, where she demonstrates strong understanding and ability. She can struggle at times with diligence and initiating work independently, but once she gets started she is capable and follows through well. She does not thrive in competitive environments and responds best to encouragement, structure, and clear expectations. With consistent guidance, she continues to grow in responsibility and perseverance in her work.
Gwyneth generally responds well to guidance and correction. She tends to avoid conflict, is receptive to instruction, and we rarely experience discipline issues with her. When correction is needed, she listens, adjusts her behavior, and seeks to do what is right.
Edward Allen 2nd Grade → 3rd
Edward is outgoing and friendly and makes friends easily. He is very athletic and coordinated and enjoys participating in sports and staying active. He is also thoughtful and considerate of others, bringing a positive attitude to the activities and relationships he is part of.
Edward approaches his schoolwork with a positive attitude and responds quickly to correction and guidance. He follows instructions well, completes assignments without complaint, and demonstrates a strong work ethic for his age. Academically, he has a particular interest in history and enjoys learning through stories and discussion.
Edward responds quickly and positively to correction. He is receptive to guidance, adjusts his behavior when needed, and seeks to do what is right.
Louis Allen Kindergarten → 1st
Louis is very thoughtful and observant and shows a natural curiosity about the world around him. He is especially interested in trucks and enjoys learning how things work. He loves playing with his brother and sisters and is very engaged in imaginative and interactive play. Louis is bright and eager to learn, bringing both curiosity and joy to the activities he enjoys outside of school.
Louis shows a growing interest in learning, particularly in science, where he enjoys exploring how things work and asking questions. He can be slow to begin tasks at times, but he responds well to coaching and encouragement and becomes engaged once started. With guidance and structure, he demonstrates a strong capacity to learn and follow through on his work.
Louis receives correction well and is responsive to guidance. When discipline is needed, he listens and adjusts his behavior appropriately.