At Firm Foundation Christian School (FFCS), our mission is to assist families in developing today's youth into Christian leaders serving in the home, church and community by providing an education emphasizing academic excellence using a Bible-based curriculum. FFCS also offers FFCS @ Home, a home school extension program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,280
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Firm Foundation Christian School Hosts Annual STEAM Night - 07/22/2024Check out this article from The Reflector covering our annual STEAM Night event!
Top Rankings
Firm Foundation Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1995
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Mascot
Eagle
Student Body
Total Students
411 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
17 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus (Concurrent Credit), College Algebra (Concurrent Credit), English Composition (Concurrent Credit), Literature - short fiction (Concurrent Credit), Psychology (Concurrent Credit), Trigonometry (Concurrent Credit)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniform required for K-8
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,280
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost varies per grade.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Wendy Baker
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
3D Design and Printing Club, Chess Club, Culinary, Drama, Field Trips, HS Girls Bible Study, HS Mission Trips, HS Newspaper, HS Retreat, Jog-A-Thon, Lego Robotics, Math Olympics, Outdoor School, Read-A-Thon, Speech Meet, Spelling Bee, STEAM Night, Washington DC Trip, Web Design
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts, Ceramics, Choir, MS Band, Photography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
3D Design and Printing Club, Chess Club, Culinary, Drama, Field Trips, HS Girls Bible Study, HS Mission Trips, HS Newspaper, HS Retreat, Jog-A-Thon, Lego Robotics, Math Olympics, Outdoor School, Read-A-Thon, Speech Meet, Spelling Bee, STEAM Night, Washington DC Trip, Web Design
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts, Ceramics, Choir, MS Band, Photography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
School Notes
MISSION: The mission of Firm Foundation Christian School is to
assist families in developing today`s youth into Christian leaders
serving in the home, church and community by providing an education
emphasizing academic excellence using a Biblical curriculum.
CORE VALUES
CORE VALUES
- Centered in Christ
- Teaching the Truth/Scripturally Sound
- Striving for Excellence with Integrity and Authenticity
- Leading through Service and Relationships
- Partnering with Parents
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Firm Foundation Christian School cost?
Firm Foundation Christian School's tuition is approximately $13,280 for private students.
What sports does Firm Foundation Christian School offer?
Firm Foundation Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Firm Foundation Christian School's ranking?
Firm Foundation Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Firm Foundation Christian School?
The application deadline for Firm Foundation Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 11/24/2017
My grandson attends Firm Foundation Christian School. He is in 1st grade and is absolutely thriving. He started at this school in pre-k with some challenges. He is excelling. The teachers are great communicators, the academic curriculum is challenging, the Biblical foundation is solid, and the atmosphere is pleasant and organized. This was perhaps the best decision our family made with regard to educating the next generation. There is another grandson starting kindergarten there next year.
5 9/24/2016
This is the sixth year our daughter will be attending Firm Foundation. We truly believe that we invest in her spiritual, physical, and emotional well being by enrolling her into this school. All of the teachers have been very willing to work with us and meet our daughter's special needs. Whether its our requests as parents or doctor's recommendations, the staff and teachers strive to help her succeed. Many of the staff know the students by name and build relationships with them. They pray for those who are in need and reach out to help when crisis strikes. We see that the teachers and staff at Firm Foundation truly pray for God's guidance in educating our children. They enjoy what they do and are good at it!
5 9/24/2016
Our son began attending Firm Foundation Christian School in the 4th grade. He is in 8th grade now, and we have been very pleased with this school. From the start, we felt very welcome there and have seen that the quality of education is high. They have a pretty good lunch setup for a private school--several choices of hot items. Our son takes very interesting elective classes like: arts, cooking, robotics, computer tech, ceramics. We would recommend this school to anyone who wants their kids to get a great education and most importantly, learn in a safe environment. Just make an appointment to preview the school and you will not be disappointed.
5 9/24/2016
My son is a first grader at Firm Foundation where he has been a student since preschool. The love the teachers have for their students is very genuine; you can just feel it in atmosphere of the school. Every teacher we`ve had has been a wonderful communicator and listener. They also encourage parents to be in the classroom as much as they want. My son has done very well academically and enjoys art, music, library, and computer in addition to his core subjects. This year we will be joining the schools soccer team.
5 9/30/2014
Both my daughters go to Firm Foundation we have been there a while. The teachers invest in the students what can you say they hug them, pray for them and love them. Outside of that my kids do very well on state tests -very well +20 above nation average. I have one daughter who was having trouble and they went out of the way to help her. You do have to volunteer they want to keep the parents involved with the kids at school or you just pay the extra $200 if your a working parent. But you can like bake cookies for volunteer work to coaching the kids in sports.
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