About Us • Hill Country Christian School | PK–12 Classical
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About Us • Hill Country Christian School | PK–12 Classical
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About
Hill Country
We promise to
know
your child,
love
your child, and
prepare
your child.
For
30 years
, Christian families like yours have found a place where children grow in faith, character, and knowledge.
From
preschool through twelfth grade
, your child will be
known, loved, and prepared
in a Christ-centered community that nurtures their gifts, deepens their faith, and prepares them to step confidently into God’s purpose for their life.
Our Mission
We partner with Christian families to
impart truth
,
cultivate character
, and
inspire service
while preparing
college-bound
students to
think logically
,
communicate effectively
, and
impact the world
with the
love of Christ
.
The Hill Country Difference: The 3 C’s
CHRIST-CENTERED COMMUNITY
Biblical Truth
All subjects are taught from a Christian worldview, with Christian principles and biblical truths woven into the very fabric of the curriculum. (
2 Timothy 3:16-17
)
Relationship
We encourage every child to begin and develop their relationship with God the Father through Jesus Christ.
(
Matthew 28:18-20
;
19:13-15
)
Covenant
We are a covenant school. This means every family includes at least one professing Christian parent, creating a close-knit community united by shared faith and purpose.
WEEKLY CHAPELS
SCRIPTURE MEMORY
SPIRITUAL RETREATS
SERVICE PROJECTS
MISSION TRIPS
CLASSICAL EDUCATION
Time-Tested
A structured, time-tested approach to learning that fosters wisdom, wonder, and critical thinking.
Developmentally Focused
Classical education matches teaching to a child’s cognitive development, moving from knowledge to understanding to wisdom.
A Love For Learning
It’s not about being old-fashioned or rigid; it’s about helping students fall in love with learning while wrestling with life’s biggest questions.
Stages of Learning
Elementary School:
The Grammar Stage
Emphasizes memorization, core knowledge, and foundational skills across subjects.
Middle School:
The Logic Stage
Helps them develop reasoning skills, analyzing arguments, and thinking critically.
High School:
The Rhetoric Stage
Learn to refine persuasive writing, eloquent speech, and effective communication.
COLLEGE-PREP CURRICULUM
Excellence
Hill Country Christian School of Austin provides a course of study that meets or exceeds admission requirements at top colleges and universities in the United States and abroad.
Logic
We teach our students to think critically and problem solve, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Foundation
Students are taught the skills and concepts that will serve as the foundation for future learning.
23
DUAL CREDITS OFFERED
11
AP COURSES OFFERED
12
HONORS COURSES OFFERED
Take a Deeper Dive into the 3 C’s
If you’d like to learn even more about our 3 C’s we invite you to visit these pages:
CHRIST-CENTERED
CLASSICAL
COLLEGE-PREP
Portrait of a Hill Country Graduate
Seeks God and Abides in His Will
Communicates Effectively
Lifelong Learner Who Thinks Logically, Critically, and Creatively
Leads with Integrity and Humility
Equipped to Persevere Amid Challenges
Features of a Hill Country Education
Campus
Our 54-acre campus is located in Cedar Park (a suburb of Austin, Texas), and features a state-of-the-art athletic facility.
Theology Courses
All students are equipped through formal theology courses to cultivate a deeper understanding and application of the Christian Faith.
Athletics
Over 70% student athletes
and over 30 athletic teams (6th-12th grade)
College Advising
Students have access to a full-time academic and college advisor.
DIversity
Hill Country families are from 14 cities, 36 zip codes, 111 churches with 33% diversity.
Public Speaking
1st-5th graders participate in Speech Meet by presenting speeches before judges who score and give helpful feedback.
Fine Arts & CLUBS
We offer visual and performing arts programs, and host a wide variety of clubs on campus.
Leadership
We teach the core principles of Christian leadership and how they inform every area of life.
Exemplary Faculty
100% are Christ-followers
100% hold a Bachelor’s degree
34% hold an advanced degree
12 years experience on average
Competitions
Students compete locally,
nationally, and internationally
in academics, STEM, and fine arts.
House System
This unites 6th-8th grade
in community, mentorship, competition, and service.
Technology
Our 1:1 technology initiative ensures students are learning with the tools of their generation.
STEM Curriculum
We provide K-12, hands-on
learning opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
BLock Schedule
Block scheduling provides a more focused learning experience reflective of the college environment.
Scripture Memory
Elementary School students memorize Scripture throughout the year and are challenged, at year’s end, to recite those Scriptures in succession.
Critical Thinking
We teach our students to think critically, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Math Mastery
Students master core math
skills by scoring at least 80% on objective exams.
Senior Thesis
Seniors research, write, and present a thesis to a panel of judges, then defend it in a challenging Q&A.
Gate Program
Our Gifted and Talented Enrichment (GATE) is a fee-based program that extends and enriches learning for Elementary School students who qualify academically.
ARCC
Through our Academic Resource & Counseling Center (ARCC), we provide fee-based programs for students with minor learning differences and free on-campus counseling services.
Accreditations & Certifications
We are proud to have earned dual accreditation from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Cognia, and we are a Member of Council in the Council of Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA).
Explore Your Grade Level
Preschool & Kinder Bridge
Kindergarten
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Our Campus
Hill Country Christian School of Austin sits on a 54-acre campus serving families across the Austin metro area who seek a private, Christ-centered education for their college-bound students.
We welcome students from Cedar Park, Round Rock, Lakeway, Leander, Lago Vista, Lake Travis, Georgetown, and nearby communities including Four Points, Steiner Ranch, Liberty Hill, Manor, Marble Falls, Bee Cave, Taylor, and Pflugerville.
Soon, our campus will grow by an additional 10.62 acres, allowing us to expand facilities and welcome even more students into our Christ-centered community.
Explore all the reasons why Austin-area families choose Hill Country.
Download a Parent Info Packet
I’d Like to Learn More
Request Information
I’m Curious to See More
Schedule a Tour
Help Me Get Started
Apply Now
A safe and nurturing environment…
We love that our children are getting a classical Christian education in a safe and nurturing environment. The teachers and administrative staff do a wonderful job of knowing and loving all of the students at Hill Country.
Hill Country Parents
Academics, faith, and community…
Hill Country is always moving in a direction of benefitting your child and our school community. You can rest assured that academics, faith, and community are all #1 priorities. You are always welcome and can participate at whatever level you want to or are able to. You can volunteer for as much or little as your heart desires.
Hill Country Parents
Prepared for college…
First and foremost, the Christian foundation that I established while in middle and high school without a doubt made, and makes, my time here [at college] a lot easier. Hill Country prepared me academically, especially in the area of rhetoric and writing. I am confident in my writing and speaking abilities and had a solid background in both areas when entering college.
Class of 2018 Alumna
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Skip to main content
Learn
Inquire
Visit
Apply
About
Hill Country
We promise to
know
your child,
love
your child, and
prepare
your child.
For
30 years
, Christian families like yours have found a place where children grow in faith, character, and knowledge.
From
preschool through twelfth grade
, your child will be
known, loved, and prepared
in a Christ-centered community that nurtures their gifts, deepens their faith, and prepares them to step confidently into God’s purpose for their life.
Our Mission
We partner with Christian families to
impart truth
,
cultivate character
, and
inspire service
while preparing
college-bound
students to
think logically
,
communicate effectively
, and
impact the world
with the
love of Christ
.
The Hill Country Difference: The 3 C’s
CHRIST-CENTERED COMMUNITY
Biblical Truth
All subjects are taught from a Christian worldview, with Christian principles and biblical truths woven into the very fabric of the curriculum. (
2 Timothy 3:16-17
)
Relationship
We encourage every child to begin and develop their relationship with God the Father through Jesus Christ.
(
Matthew 28:18-20
;
19:13-15
)
Covenant
We are a covenant school. This means every family includes at least one professing Christian parent, creating a close-knit community united by shared faith and purpose.
WEEKLY CHAPELS
SCRIPTURE MEMORY
SPIRITUAL RETREATS
SERVICE PROJECTS
MISSION TRIPS
CLASSICAL EDUCATION
Time-Tested
A structured, time-tested approach to learning that fosters wisdom, wonder, and critical thinking.
Developmentally Focused
Classical education matches teaching to a child’s cognitive development, moving from knowledge to understanding to wisdom.
A Love For Learning
It’s not about being old-fashioned or rigid; it’s about helping students fall in love with learning while wrestling with life’s biggest questions.
Stages of Learning
Elementary School:
The Grammar Stage
Emphasizes memorization, core knowledge, and foundational skills across subjects.
Middle School:
The Logic Stage
Helps them develop reasoning skills, analyzing arguments, and thinking critically.
High School:
The Rhetoric Stage
Learn to refine persuasive writing, eloquent speech, and effective communication.
COLLEGE-PREP CURRICULUM
Excellence
Hill Country Christian School of Austin provides a course of study that meets or exceeds admission requirements at top colleges and universities in the United States and abroad.
Logic
We teach our students to think critically and problem solve, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Foundation
Students are taught the skills and concepts that will serve as the foundation for future learning.
23
DUAL CREDITS OFFERED
11
AP COURSES OFFERED
12
HONORS COURSES OFFERED
Take a Deeper Dive into the 3 C’s
If you’d like to learn even more about our 3 C’s we invite you to visit these pages:
CHRIST-CENTERED
CLASSICAL
COLLEGE-PREP
Portrait of a Hill Country Graduate
Seeks God and Abides in His Will
Communicates Effectively
Lifelong Learner Who Thinks Logically, Critically, and Creatively
Leads with Integrity and Humility
Equipped to Persevere Amid Challenges
Features of a Hill Country Education
Campus
Our 54-acre campus is located in Cedar Park (a suburb of Austin, Texas), and features a state-of-the-art athletic facility.
Theology Courses
All students are equipped through formal theology courses to cultivate a deeper understanding and application of the Christian Faith.
Athletics
Over 70% student athletes
and over 30 athletic teams (6th-12th grade)
College Advising
Students have access to a full-time academic and college advisor.
DIversity
Hill Country families are from 14 cities, 36 zip codes, 111 churches with 33% diversity.
Public Speaking
1st-5th graders participate in Speech Meet by presenting speeches before judges who score and give helpful feedback.
Fine Arts & CLUBS
We offer visual and performing arts programs, and host a wide variety of clubs on campus.
Leadership
We teach the core principles of Christian leadership and how they inform every area of life.
Exemplary Faculty
100% are Christ-followers
100% hold a Bachelor’s degree
34% hold an advanced degree
12 years experience on average
Competitions
Students compete locally,
nationally, and internationally
in academics, STEM, and fine arts.
House System
This unites 6th-8th grade
in community, mentorship, competition, and service.
Technology
Our 1:1 technology initiative ensures students are learning with the tools of their generation.
STEM Curriculum
We provide K-12, hands-on
learning opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
BLock Schedule
Block scheduling provides a more focused learning experience reflective of the college environment.
Scripture Memory
Elementary School students memorize Scripture throughout the year and are challenged, at year’s end, to recite those Scriptures in succession.
Critical Thinking
We teach our students to think critically, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Math Mastery
Students master core math
skills by scoring at least 80% on objective exams.
Senior Thesis
Seniors research, write, and present a thesis to a panel of judges, then defend it in a challenging Q&A.
Gate Program
Our Gifted and Talented Enrichment (GATE) is a fee-based program that extends and enriches learning for Elementary School students who qualify academically.
ARCC
Through our Academic Resource & Counseling Center (ARCC), we provide fee-based programs for students with minor learning differences and free on-campus counseling services.
Accreditations & Certifications
We are proud to have earned dual accreditation from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Cognia, and we are a Member of Council in the Council of Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA).
Explore Your Grade Level
Preschool & Kinder Bridge
Kindergarten
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Our Campus
Hill Country Christian School of Austin sits on a 54-acre campus serving families across the Austin metro area who seek a private, Christ-centered education for their college-bound students.
We welcome students from Cedar Park, Round Rock, Lakeway, Leander, Lago Vista, Lake Travis, Georgetown, and nearby communities including Four Points, Steiner Ranch, Liberty Hill, Manor, Marble Falls, Bee Cave, Taylor, and Pflugerville.
Soon, our campus will grow by an additional 10.62 acres, allowing us to expand facilities and welcome even more students into our Christ-centered community.
Explore all the reasons why Austin-area families choose Hill Country.
Download a Parent Info Packet
I’d Like to Learn More
Request Information
I’m Curious to See More
Schedule a Tour
Help Me Get Started
Apply Now
A safe and nurturing environment…
We love that our children are getting a classical Christian education in a safe and nurturing environment. The teachers and administrative staff do a wonderful job of knowing and loving all of the students at Hill Country.
Hill Country Parents
Academics, faith, and community…
Hill Country is always moving in a direction of benefitting your child and our school community. You can rest assured that academics, faith, and community are all #1 priorities. You are always welcome and can participate at whatever level you want to or are able to. You can volunteer for as much or little as your heart desires.
Hill Country Parents
Prepared for college…
First and foremost, the Christian foundation that I established while in middle and high school without a doubt made, and makes, my time here [at college] a lot easier. Hill Country prepared me academically, especially in the area of rhetoric and writing. I am confident in my writing and speaking abilities and had a solid background in both areas when entering college.
Class of 2018 Alumna
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18119526325569796
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18112605511691325
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18109953475860489
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18113156848812298
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18102618970758125
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 17903632290241553
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18099287105475010
Open post by hillcountrychristianschool with ID 18101016826986413
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