Lower School

Foundation for the Future
Lower School

Our Lower School program provides a strong academic and spiritual foundation where children grow, explore, and thrive. In a safe, supportive, appropriately challenging environment, students develop their God-given gifts while building confidence, character, and a love for learning. Our curriculum nurtures the whole child academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

Each day, caring teachers who love the Lord teach from a Biblical worldview, helping students build core skills, practical habits, and lifelong values. Students ask questions, think critically, collaborate, and apply learning to life through classes, chapel, recess, enrichment, competitions, and service. They form lasting friendships and are prepared for a purpose-filled future.

  Spiritual Formation.
Biblical integration throughout all subject areas, weekly chapel services for worship and spiritual growth, family-centered community that supports students and families across grade levels
 Strong Academics.
Strong emphasis on phonics-based reading and writing, hands-on math instruction, GATES program for qualifying above-level learners, Learning Center offering additional academic support.
 Skill Development.
Art, Music, PE, Library, Computers, and STEM specials, Student Ambassador leadership program, thoughtful technology integration in each classroom through teacher-directed learning activities.

Lower School

Contact Info

Wendy Littel
Assistant Lower School Principal
wendy.littel@hca.org

2000 State Route 208
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
(973) 423-3331

Our Staff

“At HCA, we love partnering with parents to nurture and disciple children’s hearts, minds, and souls in an environment permeated with God’s Word, faith, and fun! May each student experience salvation and grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus.”

Marcia Rainey
HCA Lower School Principal
Ready to apply?

Complete one application for each student seeking admission. Online applications include questionnaires, document uploads, and recommendation forms.