Frequently Asked Questions

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Kimber Academy is a group of parents that have come together with our time and talents to educate our children on intrinsic values by using academics as a tool. Modern education would stress parents to a point where they believe that a child success is based on academic mastery as a priority. At Kimber Academy our mission is for students to master a love of learning, then academic mastery becomes natural and enjoyable.

Rooted in the principles of learning to serve God, family and country as the aim and end in all learning, our philosophy is based on the writings of Dr. W. Cleon Skousen, and the Founding Fathers. Julianne Skousen Kimber; daughter of the late Dr. Skousen, has written over 100 of the guidebooks we use as curriculum. Our curriculum is designed to give each student a well-rounded education with a solid academic foundation. We teach five talents using five textbooks (religious studies, math, science, language arts, and history) to teach these five talents. The children learn to work with the spirit as the true teacher daily through different methods of teaching.

The formerly known Benjamin Franklin Academy was formed in the early 1990’s by Glenn J. Kimber and his wife Julianne Skousen Kimber. It has been called Kimber Academy since 2007. The Lindon Schoolhouse, formerly from Lehi, has been in its current location since 2022.

We believe in giving back to families their precious family time. It is in the home where life skills are taught, proper relationships are built and foundational teachings in the gospel are practiced. “If the public schools can keep children occupied from 7:00 or 7:30 in the morning, throughout the day, with sports after school, and homework in the evening, the parents will have less than an hour a day with their children, and the family’s and Christian church’s influence over them could be broken in about a generation.” (Crisis in Education–An American Enigma” 1994, pg.1)

We do however offer additional elective classes in the afternoon run by the parents. These could include Humanities, Math and Science, and the Arts etc. This schedule changes per quarter.

Kimber Academy’s foundation is religious but is NOT church affiliated. The curriculum used at the Kimber Academy is written and designed to best achieve the spiritual as well as the academic goals outlined in the Kimber Academy Mission Statement. It is very important that all those associated with the Kimber Academy understand the curriculum, and how it is taught, and the reasons behind its methodology and philosophy.

Each subject is designed to motivate and train students to become the best servants of God that they can be. To accomplish this, every textbook and study guide is designed with three main goals which should be accomplished in the lives of students:

1. To increase the student's testimony of God and develop a closer relationship with Him.
2. To help each student gain knowledge by developing a mastery of the subject itself.
3. To ingrain within each student the Intrinsic Values of each subject, which will help develop life-enhancing talents.

The Honor Code for Glenn J. Kimber Academy outlines the expectations and responsibilities for students and parents, which must be agreed upon and signed before the academic year begins. Here's a summary of the key points:

Memo of Understanding: Parents and students must commit to the spiritual and academic goals of the Academy, with active parental involvement required.

Dress and Grooming Standards: The Academy enforces strict dress codes to promote modesty, cleanliness, and a positive atmosphere. Business casual or “Sunday best” attire is required.

Behavior Standard: Students must adhere to high standards of behavior, including respectful communication, proper classroom conduct, respect for property, and maintaining a drug-free environment. Misconduct may result in disciplinary actions.

Necessary Supplies: Students must bring essential supplies to class, excluding cell phones for academic use.

Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to foster spiritual and academic growth in a positive and patriotic environment.

Attendance, Early Release, and Liability: Parents are responsible for student transportation and must follow protocols for early release or absences.

Meetings: Parents are expected to participate in regular meetings with the Academy to review and plan their child’s progress.

Communication: Parents should promptly address any concerns with the administration to maintain a harmonious environment.

Financial Responsibility: Parents must pay tuition and fees on time, with penalties for late payments. Refunds are generally not provided.

Required Support Hours: Parents that utilize our drop off option are required to contribute 40 support hours or pay a fee to cover the hours. All other families should plan on having at least one parent present during regular hours Tuesday-Thursday. 

Visitors: Parents and approved visitors are encouraged to participate in school activities, following the dress and behavior codes.

Terms and Conditions for Providing Contact Information: The Academy will use provided contact details solely for communication purposes, maintaining confidentiality.

Library Book Standards: Books in the Academy's libraries must adhere to values promoting truth, moral lessons, patriotism, and educational content.

This code ensures that all involved are committed to upholding the Academy's standards and fostering a conducive learning environment.

Core classes begin 9:00 AM and end at 1:35 PM. Art classes (visual and performing) begin at 8:15 AM. Parent and student led extracurricular start after the end of core classes.

After submitting an application, parents and students must be willing to sign and follow our high standard Dress and Honor code. An Application/Registration fee will be applied upon submitting the application.  Visit our registration page here to submit the student application and to view current fees for applying. 

Our academics year begins on the Tuesday after Labor Day and ends on the Wednesday before Memorial Day.

See new tuition rates here. Please understand our commitment to maintaining affordability has not changed, whoever it is necessary to adjust tuition from time to time.

ABSOLUTELY! Parents are encouraged to watch a class with their children and assist teachers where and when needed.

We have one teacher for every 10 students. Parents are encouraged to volunteer and assist large classrooms when needed.