At WaterStone Academy we define “bend” as the unique traits God wired into each human heart to know Him and grow to become like Him.

We define a student’s Bend according to an original, proprietary approach based off of observable behaviors. This Bend is then used as the lens in which the student learns to learn.

We believe God intended every one of to discover and grow in this bend. This is inspired by our guiding verse, Proverbs 22:6.

“Train up a child in the way he should go [and in keeping with his individual gift or bent], and when he is old he will not depart from it.” - Proverbs 22:6, AMPC

As a ministry of WaterStone Church, we abide by the same statement of faith and culture.

You can trust that the name of Jesus Christ will be proclaimed often, with wonder and love, and that we will do so in the power of His Holy Spirit.

You can find our full statement of faith linked below.

Tuition for the 2025-2026 year depends upon the customized track you choose for your family.

We currently partner with families who are awarded the StepUp FES-UA and PEP Scholarships. In addition, multiple payment plan options are available to you through our FACTS system.

Please see our Fee Summary and Financial Agreement.

For us, a hybrid education means that students experience education in both a classroom and home environment.

We believe this hybrid model allows families to experience the customization of home education with the accountability and guidance of educational support system.

Parents drop off students as they attend classes on campus Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30am - 2pm.

The other days of the week, students continue their work with their parents by following the home lesson plans crafted by the WaterStone Academy faculty.

While on campus, students engage in hands-on instruction within small classroom sizes (1:15 teacher-student ratio).

They receive instruction from educators committed your child’s academic excellence, as well as the discovery and growth of every child’s bend.

What makes WaterStone Academy different is its original approach to education.

While it borrows inspiration from Classical methods, Charlotte Mason, and some traditional elements, all of these methods fall under the inspiration of our own proprietary method in trait-focused learning.

Our philosophy of education is built on four foundations:

• Trait-focused

• Parent-partnered

• Application-oriented

• Christ-centered

In the next 5-10 years, our goal is to host a complete K-12th grade program.

In 2025-2026, we will be offering the Core and Enrichment Track for K-6th grade students, with an option for their older homeschooling siblings to participate in our 7th-12th Grade Home Education Enrichment pilot. However, we are able to host levels depending upon student interest. By applying, you are increasing our ability to grow the program.

The availability of other grade programs is dependent upon indicated interest and space within our campus. We are actively working to build a brand new campus in the next five years.

But in the end, we rely on the Lord’s timing and guidance in all decisions.

Parent partnership is a core value at WaterStone Academy. Our mission is to equip entire families to discover and grow in their God-given bend. Our culture inspires lifelong learners, everyday visionaries, and servant leaders dedicated to continuous growth – academically and personally. In order to create and maintain this culture, this requires consistency between the home and class environments.

Click the link below to access our complete Parent Partnership Covenant.

Our goal is always parent-partnered education, where parents direct the educational experience.

For our 2024-2025 school year, WaterStone Academy will be a Home Education Program.

As we continue to grow, the value of becoming a private school remains a subject of prayer. Our goal is to execute on strategies that serve our trait-focused, parent-partnered, application-oriented, and Christ-centered philosophy.

Families enrolled will file with the state as a homeschool student, responsible for reporting grades and attendance to the state. However, the rest of the program remains at the quality of a university, hybrid model, as you would find in a private school environment.

Currently, we are focusing on the most foundational stages in the home education journey. By focusing on these key ages as we innovate the BEND Method, we are helping parents navigate the foundation for future success — either in elementary, middle or high school.

We are here to partner with you in your journey towards customized, biblical education. Throughout the year, we will offer five Workshop Wednesdays, with Morning Sessions for K-5th Grade families and Evening Sessions 6th-12th Grade families.

If you would like to become a WaterStone Academy Member, check out our packages here to learn more.

If you are ready to become a member, email admissions@waterstoneacademy.org.