What is a Church of Christ Schools?
Church of Christ Schools are Christian schools in the Churches of Christ tradition, connected to Churches of Christ churches or associations. They are connected to the Churches of Christ, a fellowship with a strong educational tradition. They combine academics with Christian faith, Bible teaching, worship, and character formation, serving families who want their children educated in that tradition (and often others who value the environment).
History & origins
Churches of Christ churches and associations established schools to educate children in their faith and values. Churches of Christ have a notable tradition of education, including a number of well-known schools and colleges.
Philosophy & approach
These schools emphasize Christian faith and a biblical worldview, character, and academics, in the Churches of Christ tradition, aiming to form students spiritually and intellectually.
Curriculum & academics
Academics are typically college-preparatory, taught within a Christian worldview, with Bible classes and worship/chapel; specific offerings vary by school. Some use particular Christian curricula.
The classroom & school day
School life reflects Churches of Christ faith, worship, and community, with Bible, chapel, service, and character woven through academics and activities.
Grade levels & structure
These schools span preschool through grade 12, mostly as day schools.
Admissions & enrollment
Admission is by application; many welcome students of various backgrounds who respect the mission, though some prioritize families of the faith. Selectivity varies.
Costs & financial aid
They charge tuition (often moderate), frequently with church/community support and aid, and (in some states) vouchers or ESAs.
Accreditation & governance
They are church- or association-governed and often accredited (e.g., via a Christian-school accreditor), meeting state private-school requirements.
Is a Church of Christ Schools right for your child?
Church of Christ Schools suit families who want a Christian education in the Churches of Christ tradition — faith, character, and academics together — including families of other backgrounds comfortable with the environment.
How it compares to other schools
Church of Christ Schools are Protestant Christian schools of a specific tradition, sharing Christian identity with other Christian schools while reflecting Churches of Christ beliefs and practice.
Finding Church of Christ Schools
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Key facts
- TraditionChurches of Christ Christian
- EmphasisFaith, biblical worldview, character, academics
- IncludesBible classes and worship/chapel
- LevelsPreK through grade 12 (mostly day)
- CostTuition, with church/community support and (in some states) vouchers/ESAs
Where to learn more
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