Admissions Process
Thank you for your interest in Faith Christian School. Those inquiring about admission to Faith Christian School are urged to come for a visit. Tours are available at any time, and are designed to offer insight into our philosophy and curriculum, as well as providing answers to frequently asked questions. Students may also visit a class for a morning.
Please call the Director of Admissions at 540-769-5200, ext. 148, to schedule a visit.
View Application Process
All applications for grades K-10 are considered on a rolling basis. We accept 11 th graders only for enrollment at the beginning of the school year. We do not accept new 12 th graders.
Perhaps you are wondering if your child is ready to begin the journey of school. Starting kindergarten is just that first step. Please read what our Head of Lower School has to say in the following link:
Is your child ready for Kindergarten?
FaithZone is our after-school enrichment program for grades K-7, where students have free play,homework time and so much more! Register for FaithZone
Tours, Parent Information Meetings, and Open Houses are offered throughout the year. We encourage you to select one of the following dates:
Faith Christian School Open House and Parent Information Meetings:
Admissions Open House Tuesday,November 4, 2008 8:30-11 am
Opportunities for Home-Schoolers
Faith Christian School is pleased to offer part-time opportunities for home-schooled students grades 6-12. We invite you to contact the school to explore possible classes. Completion of the application process must occur before enrollment. Tuition for the 2008-2009 school year is $1000 per class with fees determined by the number of classes chosen.
By enrolling in one class students are eligible to participate in our team sports. We offer soccer, volleyball, basketball, cross-country and tennis. There is a limit to the number of part-time students allowed on a team so contact us early.
We would love to partner with you in the education of your children. For more information, please contact Eleanor Wells, Director of Admissions.
Moving to Roanoke?
If you are contemplating a move to the Roanoke Valley or are visiting the area, we invite you to schedule a personal tour. Please contact the school office at 540-769-5200 or e-mail our Admissions Director at ewells@faithchristian-school.com to make an appointment.
Admission Standard
In our admissions standards for parents we attempt to identify families:
- who are thoroughly familiar with Faith Christian School and its philosophy of Christian education taught in the Classical model.
- who will commit to support their child's success at school as well as the success of Faith Christian School.
- who will uphold the conditions of the enrollment contract including their financial obligation and manner of settling disputes, and
- where one parent or guardian is a professing Christian.
In our admissions standards for students we attempt to identify students:
- who are willing to cooperatively participate with other students, teachers, staff and volunteers according to the philosophy and policies outlined in the Parent-Student Handbook.
- who have evidence of average or higher grades and achievement test scores, and
- who have evidence of appropriate class behavior and positive peer interaction.
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