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Fairwinds Christian School

Fairwinds Christian School is committed to quality education. Foundationally, Fairwinds Christian School strives to establish in the minds of students that the Bible is the final authority for life.
Children attending Fairwinds Christian School receive a traditional education with challenging academics that are Biblically integrated.
Our small size makes it easy to maintain a family-like atmosphere that encourages the students to thrive and grow.
At Fairwinds Christian School, we are a small school but a big family.
Fairwinds Christian School is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) and the Delaware Association of Christian Schools (DACS).
OUR MISSION & VISION We exist to assist parents in the local church in the task of training young people to their fullest potential spiritually, academically, physically, and socially.Fairwinds Christian School promotes a Bible based philosophy that guides young people in developing a consistent and fruitful testimony which will impact a constantly changing world.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,695
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / Sep. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Motto
A Distinctive Christian Education

Student Body

Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Fairwinds Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1075
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
20
(Out of 36)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Aug. 1 / Sep. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
tuition range $5727-$6695
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jill Swigart
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Christian Honor Society, Drama Team, Student Body Council

Arts and Music Programs:
AACS Fine Arts Competition

School Notes

  • Our mission is to assist parents in the local church in the task of training young people to their fullest potential spiritually, academically, physically, and socially. Fairwinds Christian School promotes a Bible based philosophy that guides young people in developing a consistent and fruitful testimony which will impact a constantly changing world. Fairwinds Christian School is a traditional school with grades PK-3 year olds to 12th grade. All of the subjects are teacher instructed and guided. Our school provides a college preparatory curriculum using the ABeka and Bob Jones text materials.
  • Our school offers the benefit of a small classroom size and yet remains competitive in sports. Our boys basketball team has won 6 Championship titles within their division.
  • Students have been able to challenge their creativity by participating in annual music programs, art classes, and dinner theatres.
  • Come see what is happening at Fairwinds Christian School where we strive to make students academically strong and spiritually mature!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fairwinds Christian School cost?
Fairwinds Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,695 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Fairwinds Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Fairwinds Christian School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Fairwinds Christian School offer?
Fairwinds Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Fairwinds Christian School?
The application deadline for Fairwinds Christian School is Aug. 1 / Sep. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 1 / Sep. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,695
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / Sep. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $15,159 for elementary schools and $20,385 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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