Admissions
Choosing a school is a big decision, and we want the process to feel clear, personal, and welcoming. At Family of Christ Christian School, we partner with families as they explore Preschool through 8th grade and take the next step toward affordable, private, Christ-centered education.
The best place to start is with a campus tour. You’ll have the chance to see classrooms, meet our team, ask questions, and get a better feel for what Family of Christ is like day to day.
We serve families with children in Preschool through 8th grade. During the admissions process, we’ll help you understand the right next step for your child, including program options, tuition, and what placement looks like for K-8 students.
Once you’re ready to move forward, our team will guide you through the remaining steps and answer your questions along the way. We want the process to feel personal, straightforward, and supportive.
Family of Christ serves families at multiple stages. Whether you are looking for a nurturing preschool environment or a Christ-centered K-8 education, we’ll help you find the right starting point.
Our Preschool serves children from 18 months through VPK with full-time and part-time options designed to support both early learning and family needs. It is a joyful, Christ-centered environment where children are cared for, encouraged, and prepared for what comes next.
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Our K-8 program combines strong academics with biblical teaching, structure, and community. Students are known, challenged, and encouraged to grow in both faith and learning through a Christ-centered educational experience.
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For students entering Kindergarten through 8th grade, Family of Christ uses a developmental placement philosophy. That means we look carefully at a child’s overall readiness and growth so we can help place them in an environment where they can succeed, grow with confidence, and thrive.
Developmental placement means we consider more than a child’s chronological age. We also look at physical, social, emotional, neurological, and intellectual development to better understand school readiness and the environment in which a child is most likely to succeed.
A successful school experience depends on more than academic exposure alone. Children flourish when they are placed in a setting that matches their readiness for the structure, expectations, and learning demands of school.
Kindergarten and 1st Grade students must meet Florida age requirements by September 1 for placement. In addition, Family of Christ uses screening and placement review to help determine the best fit for each student.
Our goal is to give every child the strongest possible start. We want students to be successful, happy, and able to grow into the whole person God created them to be.
Bible-based teaching, weekly chapel, and a school culture shaped by faith are part of everyday life at Family of Christ.
Students build core academic skills in a structured learning environment supported by certified teachers and annual Stanford Achievement testing for grades K-8.
Transparent tuition and Step Up For Students availability help make private Christian education more accessible for families.
Family of Christ is fully accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Association and the district of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, and it complies with and exceeds Florida Sunshine State Standards and Hillsborough County Benchmarks.
Before school care, after school care, and public after care options provide practical support for families who need flexibility.
Current K-8 tuition materials list annual tuition and fees at $12,455 per student before scholarship approximation, with estimated monthly parent responsibility of about $355 to $405 depending on grade level and scholarship estimate.
Preschool offers multiple full-time and part-time options for ages 18 months through VPK, giving families flexibility based on schedule and care needs.
We believe families should be able to understand the cost of Christian education without hunting for answers. Family of Christ provides transparent tuition information for both Preschool and K-8, along with guidance on Step Up For Students and other important next steps.
Family of Christ is a strong fit for families seeking affordable, private, Christ-centered education in New Tampa & Wesley Chapel. We partner with families who want their children to grow in faith, learning, and character.
Yes. We encourage families to schedule a tour as the best first step. It’s a great opportunity to see the campus, ask questions, and learn more about programs, tuition, and next steps.
Families are strongly encouraged to apply for Florida scholarships through Step Up For Students while the program is available. Our tuition materials and admissions team can help families understand the process.
K-8 placement is based on developmental placement, which considers a child’s overall readiness and school fit rather than age alone.
Before school care is available for K-8 from 7:00 AM to 8:10 AM, and after school care is available from dismissal until 6:00 PM. Public after-school care is also available for Chiles Elementary students through Family of Christ transportation and care programming.
Preschool families can explore dedicated Preschool pages for tuition, curriculum, summer camp, and contact information, while still beginning with a tour or admissions conversation.
We’d love to help you explore whether Family of Christ is the right fit for your family. Schedule a tour, give us a call, or reach out by email to connect with our admissions team.
