“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
The Cypress School is a place where children will grow in their wonder of the world through the science and art of play and exploration. The staff has created a safe and loving Christ-centered environment where children flourish academically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally.
The Cypress School In Numbers
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Life on Campus
Our campus is conveniently located right off of Convict Hill Road. Nestled on 13 acres of land, we have two buildings and large green spaces to explore. Children have picnic tables to eat at, astroturfed playgrounds to play on and amazing outdoor classrooms. We believe children should play outside every day, therefore each class gets the opportunity to play outside two times a day!
In addition to class time, we offer many different clubs throughout the school year. Each club runs for 6 weeks and lets children explore topics that excite them. In the past, children have enjoyed cooking club, art club, science club and car club!
Cypress History
The Cypress School started in 2019. What was once only a dream, the school was opened to provide a Christian school in South Austin where children would be able to wonder, play, and explore. We value play, hands-on education, as well as provide a rigorous curriculum where our students thrive.
Cypress Pedagogy
At The Cypress School, we are a Christian, co-ed school in South Austin. We are student centered and use evidence-based curriculum. We combine traditional, STEAM, Montessori, Reggio and classical education. This in turn allows our teachers to use the best of what is available in the field of education. We use hands-on Montessori materials which innately teach our children many skills.
We design our classroom spaces with our students in mind. We take great pride in teaching students to think critically. We encourage children to ask questions, dig deep into their learning, and provide many opportunities to communicate, collaborate, and build a strong community.
While we are an academically rigorous school, we know that grades are not everything, and we strive to develop our students' character, social and emotional skills as well.
Cypress Beliefs
The Cypress School is a Christian School. We believe:
- The Bible is the Word of God, fully inspired and without error in the original manuscripts.
- There is one true, good, and living God who eternally exists in three persons—the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- God created men and women in His image and created all things for His glory.
- All have sinned and rebelled against God.
- Jesus came to earth, lived a perfect life, and died an atoning death—conquering sin, Satan, and death by His resurrection.
- God alone is the Author of Salvation.
- The Holy Spirit gives gifts to those who are in Christ.
- The church consists of all who have trusted Jesus for their eternal salvation.
- Heaven and hell are real places.
- Jesus Christ will one day return to establish His kingdom.
Every day children participate in a Bible time in class. Children sing worship songs, memorize scripture, and will hear the entire Bible each year in class. (Age appropriate Bibles are given to each classroom.)
Cypress School Class Spotlight
Our Kindergarten students are off to a wonderful start! Each day, they are busy learning letters and sounds, strengthening their phonemic awareness, building early math skills, and growing in confidence as learners.
But what makes this class especially sweet is the community they are building together. This wonderful group of friends is kind, helpful, loving, curious, and full of fun. They work hard, encourage one another, and bring so much joy to their classroom each day.
We are so proud of all they are learning and love watching them grow!
Cypress News and Information
Cypress News
The Cypress School Achieves Accreditation!
We are thrilled to announce that The Cypress School has officially been granted accreditation through Christian Schools International (CSI), an accrediting agency recognized by the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission (TEPSAC). This exciting milestone reflects our commitment to academic excellence, Christ-centered education, and continuous growth.
We are also excited to share that The Cypress School is now an approved school in the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program and is listed on the Odyssey platform. Families who have been awarded TEFA funds may now select The Cypress School through their Odyssey account and use those funds toward tuition.
We are incredibly grateful for God's faithfulness throughout this journey and for the support of our wonderful families, students, faculty, and staff. This milestone not only affirms the quality of our educational program but also expands opportunities for families seeking a Christ-centered education.
We look forward to all that God has in store for The Cypress School as we continue to cultivate curiosity, character, and a lifelong love of learning.
Cypress School Fall Clubs
Fall Clubs Are in Full Swing!
Our students are having a blast in Drama Club and Art Club this fall! Every Wednesday, students have the opportunity to explore fun, hands-on extensions to their learning while discovering new interests and spending time with friends.
Clubs are just one of the ways we give our students opportunities to create, explore, build confidence, learn new skills, and have fun together. Whether they are stepping into a character on stage or creating something beautiful in the art room, we love watching our students try something new and discover what sparks their curiosity!
Upcoming Dates
Monday, October 5 — Cypress Moms’ Prayer Group, 8:00–9:00 AM
Wednesday, October 7 — Picture Day
Thursday, October 8 — Report Cards Go Home
October 9–12 — Fall Break — No School
Tuesday, October 13 — Parent-Teacher Conferences — No Regular Classes
Monday, October 19 — October Chapel
Families are welcome to join us!
Wednesday, October 21 — Last Day to Bring Storybook Pumpkins
Wednesday, October 28 — Story Character Parade & Pumpkins Go Home
Friday, October 30 — Elementary Glow Day
Friday, November 13 — Cypress Fall Festival
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Nondiscrimination Policy
The Cypress School of Austin admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, employment practices, or other school-administered programs.
As a Christian school, The Cypress School of Austin reserves the right to maintain policies and practices that are consistent with its sincerely held religious beliefs, mission, Statement of Faith, and educational philosophy.
Library News
Mystery Readers have been a huge hit in the library!!
Nature and Discovery Yard
GARDEN SPOTLIGHT
