Helping students grow in academic knowledge, personal responsibility, and Christ-likeness is at the heart of discovering who God created them to be.

In our primary and intermediate elementary grades our teachers set an example in faith and continue to build upon a strong biblical foundation while developing the academic skills, character, and confidence needed for future success. As we look ahead to Middle School our student’s abilities in all core areas are strengthened through lessons that are engaging, relevant, and integrated with biblical principles.

Preparing our elementary students to become faith-filled leaders who engage and impact our world.

Christ-Centered | Strong Foundations | Whole-Child Development

Crystal Thompson

Crystal Thompson

Director of Elementary Teaching & Learning

As Director of Elementary Teaching & Learning, Crystal Thompson partners with students, families, and faculty to cultivate a Christ-centered learning environment where every child is known, nurtured, and challenged. Her passion is helping students build a strong academic foundation while growing in faith, character, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

At Chapel Hill Academy, elementary students are encouraged to discover their God-given gifts, develop academic excellence, and deepen their relationship with Christ through meaningful learning experiences and caring classroom communities.

“Each year of elementary school is an opportunity for students to grow in wisdom, faith, and understanding. We are committed to helping every child flourish academically, grow spiritually, and become the unique person God created them to be.”
– Crystal Thompson

Academics

Academics at CHA are strong and build on our student’s knowledge and abilities year-after-year.

Student daily review and focus on their Learning Targets which drive their understanding of content and ability to build on previous concepts. Our students build from learning to read to reading to learn- becoming independent thinkers and proactive learners.

Specialty Classes

Students Rotate between our Specialty Classes with a specialty teacher in each area for approximately 30-45 minutes:

  • Physical Education
  • Art
  • Library
  • Music

Extra Curriculuar

Athletics

Band Lessons