Our Distinctives
Harbor Christian Academy is committed to cultivating generations of learners to embody God’s truth, goodness, and beauty.
Christian
Our mission at Harbor Christian Academy is rooted in a faith-driven pursuit to share the message of hope and salvation with every child who walks through our doors. Here, the Bible and the teachings of Christ are woven into every aspect of our curriculum. We nurture each student to understand their unique worth in God’s eyes and encourage them to live purposefully, guided by love, compassion, and service.
Classical
At Harbor Christian Academy, we employ a classical education model rooted in the trivium, a time-tested approach that aligns with the natural stages of child development. This classical approach nurtures a love of beauty, truth, and goodness, cultivating students who seek to understand and engage with the world in a meaningful way. At HCA, classical education is more than academic rigor; it is a journey of discovery, preparing our students to think deeply, question wisely, and communicate effectively.
Urban
Located within Houston's Greater Fifth Ward, HCA reflects the diversity and resilience of the Denver Harbor neighborhood, bridging generational, cultural, and economic backgrounds to form a shared vision of excellence for our students. Our teachers and staff know firsthand the challenges and strengths within our community; they are a part of it, bringing authenticity and an unwavering commitment to create positive change. We aim not only to educate but to uplift and inspire, embodying the values that make this community unique.
HCA At-A-Glance
A transformative education
Caring, Christ-centered community marked by authentic diversity
Passionate, gifted, and creative Christian teachers
Small class sizes (1:14 faculty to student ratio)
Daily worship, Bible, and prayer time
A rigorous classical curriculum, including Science, Humanities, Art, and P.E.
Required parent involvement and accountability
A mandatory three-week summer session program