Gardendale Christian Academy
Tel:
(205)631-9465
- Gardendale Christian Academy exists to educate young men and women in the arts and sciences in the context of a complete commitment to the historic Christian Faith.
- Gardendale Christian Academy is a strong school with strong curriculum, but that fact does not eliminate the need for parental involvement in homework or other class requirements.
- We have excellent teachers who do well in motivating children to learn; however, parental interest in their child's work is an even greater motivation.
- In grades one and above, parents must sign the homework tablet.
- Completed homework is a requirement for continued enrollment at GCA. Since one of the basic purposes of GCA is Christian leadership education, it is only right that Christian training has an important place in the life of the school.
- Attendance is required at weekly chapel services. The purpose is to teach behavior in worship and assembly, as well as some practical truths from the Bible and Christian songs.
- Daily devotions and prayer are held in each classroom. A vital part of the curriculum is Bible memorization and familiarization with Bible stories.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Students: 138 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,200
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Gardendale Christian Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Church of the Nazarene |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-5 |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 138 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 25% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 20:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (No shorts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,200 |
| Tuition Notes | grades 1-5 |
| Admissions Director | Linda Wheeler |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 1 sport |
| Sports | BasketballBasketball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Cheerleading, Fine Arts |
School Notes
- Gardendale Christian Academy exists to educate young men and women in the arts and sciences in the context of a complete commitment to the historic Christian Faith. Gardendale Christian Academy is a strong school and curriculum, but that fact does not eliminate the need for parental involvement in homework or other class requirements. We have excellent teachers who do well in motivating children to learn; however, parental interest in their child's work is an even greater motivation. In grades one and above, parents must sign the homework tablet. Completed homework is a requirement for continued enrollment at GCA. Since one of the basic purposes of GCA is Christian leadership education, it is only right that Christian training has an important place in the life of the school. Attendance is required at weekly chapel services. The purpose is to teach behavior in worship and assembly, as well as some practical truths from the Bible and Christian songs. Daily devotions and prayer are held in each classroom. A vital part of the curriculum is Bible memorization and familiarization with Bible stories.
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