What is a Christian education?

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A Christian education is one in which the infallible truths of Scripture reign paramount. They form the foundation upon which all academic pursuits are built, and for that reason, students are often better able to reach their full educational potential. As Solomon writes, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding” (Proverbs 9:10).

God expects children to be taught the truth in every subject. That requires educators to approach their lessons – and their lives – from a biblical worldview. Otherwise, teachers are (wholly) incapable of instilling or reinforcing that worldview in the lives of their students.

Rigorous academics, no matter how thorough, will miss the mark if the reality of God is denied (or diminished). Conversely, supplementing a secular academic programme with a religious education lesson – no matter how true – will fall short. Students need a challenging, comprehensive academic curriculum built on a foundation of biblical absolutes. Some institutions prepare students for a job. Others equip students for life. Only a Christian education has the potential to do both, because only a Christian education is grounded in the knowledge of our Creator, who grants wisdom and understanding to anyone who seeks Him first.

Can my children get a quality education at a Christian school?

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Time and again, students in Christian schools have proven their academic mettle.  Their test scores exceed the national average.  Their grade equivalency soars high above the curve. But inasmuch as education is a two-way proposition, with students shouldering part of the responsibility themselves, we’d like to offer a word of caution.

It’s true that, generally speaking, students at Christian schools out-perform their state school peers.  Reliable statistics bear that out.  But that doesn’t mean every child in a Christian school will excel.

The important thing for you as a parent to remember is that attending a Christian school in no way prohibits your children from getting a quality education.  In many cases, it will enhance their experience, because in addition to solid academic training, they’ll be continually reminded of the spiritual foundation upon which all intellectual pursuits are built.  As the Apostle Paul writes, “in [Christ] are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge” (Colossians 2:3).

Regardless of the academic setting – public, private or distinctly Christian – there are no guarantees.  But there are opportunities.  And almost without fail, your children will be given plenty of them at your local Christian school.  Much of the rest is up to them.

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