Lower School at The Woodlands Christian Academy
Grades 1-4
As a parent, giving your child a strong start on their educational journey is one of your highest priorities. You want them to thrive academically and build a strong foundation for future learning, while also growing spiritually during these formative years. Research shows that a child’s moral foundation is largely set by age 9, making it essential to choose a school that aligns with the biblical principles you instill at home.
As you explore Christian elementary schools in Texas, we invite you to learn more about what sets The Woodlands Christian Academy apart, including:
A Joyful Learning Community Personalized Education Commitment to Student Safety Parent Involvement Opportunities
A Place Where Your Child Will Thrive, from Lower School to High School
Download a Parent Info Packet to see how TWCA will nurture your child’s growth through every age and stage.
Experience a Joyful Learning Community That Feels Like a Second Home
At Woodlands Christian, your child will experience more than just academic excellence—they will be nurtured in a vibrant community where experiential learning and faith formation go hand in hand. Our passionate teachers are committed to individualized education and meaningful discipleship, ensuring that every child develops a love for learning rooted in Christ.
When you walk through our hallways each morning, warmth radiates as teachers and students exchange greetings, hugs, handshakes, and high fives. It is easy to see why our Head of School refers to Lower School as “the happy place,” — joy, laughter, and excitement are contagious. Daily morning fellowship meetings allow for deeper community building as students start the day by sharing, praying, reciting the pledges, and exploring how they can apply what they are learning to the world around them.
There is a strong emphasis on Christian character traits and embodying the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience,kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. At the end of the school year, each student receives a Christian character award that represents the area in which they experienced the most growth — a cherished milestone moment.
"One of the things I love about the school is the K-12 campus, and the impact that seeing “big kids” be open about their faith, strive to be their best and lift others around them on the way has. At every interaction, in every way, every single day, this school and this community is building amazing sons and daughters to send out into the world."
- Jessica Ludvigsen, TWCA Parent
One of our key commitments in the Lower School is maintaining optimal class sizes in which students feel known, heard, and nurtured. Differentiated instruction is a daily occurrence. Students who are ready to grow and stretch are challenged accordingly, and those who need extra time to master a concept receive support as needed. This all occurs in a dynamic environment that incorporates small group learning, interactive projects, and individualized attention from two expert educators — one lead teacher and one support teacher per class. Students feel like they are working on the same thing, but teachers are continually meeting each child where he or she is.
At the Lower School level, core skills are developed in:
- Reading
- Writing
- Math
- Science
- Social Studies
- Bible & Christian Development
Name: Melissa Beam
Degrees: Bachelor of Arts (English/Children's Literature), Master of Arts (Curriculum and Instruction, emphasis in Gifted Education/Reading)
Teaching Experience: 15 years
"I wanted to take a moment to share some of my favorite things about teaching at TWCA. We truly have a family atmosphere where we worship and seek God together. I feel uplifted and prayed for by my Christian co-workers and my students, which creates an amazing environment of support and love. Building genuine connections with my students and their families is something I cherish deeply. At TWCA, everyone is loved and valued, making it such a special place. Additionally, I appreciate the freedom to use creativity and access cutting-edge educational resources that enhance my student’s learning experiences- and make me a better teacher! There is no place like TWCA!"
See for Yourself
Schedule a tour and see firsthand why families choose The Woodlands Christian Academy for Lower School and beyond.
If you have questions about your application process, please contact admissions by email or by calling (936) 273-2555.