What is a Nazarene Schools?
Nazarene Schools are Christian schools in the Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) tradition, connected to Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) churches or associations. They are connected to the Church of the Nazarene, in the Wesleyan-holiness 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
Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) churches and associations established schools to educate children in their faith and values. The Church of the Nazarene, in the Wesleyan-holiness tradition, sponsors schools and colleges.
Philosophy & approach
These schools emphasize Christian faith and a biblical worldview, character, and academics, in the Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) 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 Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) 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 Nazarene Schools right for your child?
Nazarene Schools suit families who want a Christian education in the Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) tradition — faith, character, and academics together — including families of other backgrounds comfortable with the environment.
How it compares to other schools
Nazarene Schools are Protestant Christian schools of a specific tradition, sharing Christian identity with other Christian schools while reflecting Church of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) beliefs and practice.
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Key facts
- TraditionChurch of the Nazarene (Wesleyan-holiness) 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
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