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Type
  
1A

Grades
  
Pre-school-12

Campus
  
Suburban

Phone
  
+1 425-454-4028

Founded
  
1950

Lowest grade
  
Pre-kindergarten

Established
  
1950

Enrollment
  
1,301

Website
  
bellevuechristian.org

Mascot
  
Vikings

Color
  
Blue and White

Bellevue Christian School

Address
  
1601 98th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA

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Bellevue Christian School (BCS) is a private, nondenominational preschool-Grade 12 1A school located in Clyde Hill, Washington, in the United States. BCS is a part of the Nisqually League, a high school athletic conference located in the greater Seattle Area. The school was founded in 1950 by brothers Dr. Albert and Joseph Greene. Since its inception, the student population at Bellevue Christian School has grown from nine students to 1,301 students.

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Affiliation

Bellevue Christian School is a private, interdenominational school. The school body represents more than 160 congregations. BCS emphasizes strong academics and service within a Christ-centered education.

History

Founded by brothers, Albert and Joseph Greene in 1950, BCS has grown to serve approximately 1,300 students on four campuses.

Locations

  • The district office and junior-senior high campus is located in Clyde Hill.
  • Three Points Preschool and Elementary is in nearby Medina.
  • Mack Preschool and Elementary is in Woodinville.
  • Overlake Park Preschool is in the Crossroads area of Bellevue.
  • Academics

    Bellevue Christian School is approved by the State of Washington and accredited by Christian Schools International and the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS).

    The academic program and includes AP classes in English, U.S. history, calculus (AB and BC), physics, Spanish and art. BCS is noted for its music program, which includes three choirs and three bands, including a symphonic wind ensemble. Students conduct research at the University of Washington Libraries twice per year for U.S. History and academic writing projects. Alumni attend a variety of universities including Ivy League Schools, Military Academies, State Schools, Christian schools, and Community Colleges.

    Co-Curricular Activities

    BCS is a member of the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and participates in the Nisually League, which is a five team conference. BCS offers sixteen different high school varsity sports (9 boys, 7 girls) including baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, track, volleyball, and wrestling. A number of JV sports teams are available as well. In addition, high school students can participate in a fall or spring play. At the junior high level, all sports are no-cut, ensuring all students have an opportunity to participate in the sport of their choice.

    Current Enrollment (2014)

  • High School - 335 students
  • Junior High - 151 students
  • Total Elementary - 481 students
  • Total Preschool - 128 students
  • Distinctives

    Students, teachers, parents and administrators are encouraged to practice servant leadership according to Jesus’ teachings. Conflict resolution follows the model found in Matthew 18 where community members are encouraged to seek personal reconciliation rather than simply appealing to school administrators as a first step. Having owned the junior-senior high campus for several decades, BCS is able to keep tuition relatively low by local standards so that it can serve whole families. Students are not screened academically, since the school philosophy stresses the giftedness of all students, not just those who achieve high test scores. BCS offers Special Academic Services (SAS) to students who need help in strengthening their learning skills and equipping them with processing tools. The department is widely respected for its work with students who struggle with traditional educational models. SAS is affiliated with the National Institute of Learning Development and is based on neurological therapy. BCS is one of the few private, religious or secular schools to offer SAS therapy.

    Notable alumni

  • Mark Arm, musician
  • Cathrine Kraayeveld, basketball player
  • References

    Bellevue Christian School Wikipedia