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School type
  
Private

CEEB code
  
472418

Grades
  
PK-12

Phone
  
+1 757-220-1978

Colors
  
White, Yellow, Royal blue

Established
  
1978

Teaching staff
  
33 (as of 2065-06)

Enrollment
  
226(as of 2015-2016)

Mascot
  
Eagle

Address
  
101 School House Ln, Williamsburg, VA 23188, USA

Head of school
  
Mr. Larry Vaught (Interim)

Profiles

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Williamsburg Christian Academy is an interdenominational Christian school located in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Established in 1978, the school serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Association of Christian Schools International.

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Campus

Opened in 2004, the campus consists of a 56-acre educational complex.

Pre-Kindergarten

The Director of Pre-School is Mrs. Michelle Flannigan. WCA offers a 5-day per week Pre-K (4 year olds) program with a full or half day option.

Elementary

The Head of Elementary is Mrs. Michelle Flanagan. Academically, the school possesses a strong phonics reading program, encourages advancement in core academic subject areas, and offers enrichment classes in music, art, computer, and library skills. Spiritually, WCA provides daily praise and worship times for its Pre-K through 2nd grade students, as well as weekly, age-appropriate chapel services. Character development and community service are areas of emphasis.

Competitive Opportunities

Elementary school students have the opportunity to participate in competitive activities including the ACSI Spelling Bee, ACSI Math Olympics, ACSI Metro Art Festival, Battle of the Books, and Music in the Parks (Strings).

Music Programs

String instrument classes are offered beginning in grade 2, and a comprehensive general music program is available to all students.

Middle school

The WCA Middle School program is designed to be developmentally appropriate while ensuring academic advancement. In addition to academic programs, Christ-centered education is emphasized through inductive Bible study and prayer group meetings, weekly chapel programs, Christian drama and choral singing, and community service including local mission service projects.

Academics

  • Core subject areas include language arts, Saxon math, Shurley grammar, science, Bible, history, health and physical education
  • Academic advancement in core subject areas
  • Spanish, French, or Sign Language beginning in 7th Grade
  • Exploratory courses include Battle of the Books, Odyssey of the Mind, Art, Photoshop, Christian Leadership, String Orchestra, Music Education, Money Matters for Kids
  • Classroom learning needs and individual attention is given and supported through Math Lab, Bible Lab, Grammar Lab, Keyboarding Lab and Study Hall
  • Extracurricular Opportunities

  • Student Council Association (SCA)
  • Monthly social events
  • Technology Team

  • Interscholastic Athletics- soccer, volleyball, basketball, field hockey, cross-country, softball, baseball, golf
  • White/Blue Team Spirit Competitions
  • Competitions including ACSI Spelling Bee, ACSI Geography Bee, ACSI Math Olympics, ACSI Creative Writing Festival, ACSI Metro Art Festival, Battle of the Books, Odyssey of the Mind, Science Fair, and Music in the Parks (Orchestra).
  • High school

    The Head of High School is Mrs. Jane Vaught. Williamsburg Christian Academy's High School features a college-preparatory curriculum. Bible study and prayer groups, weekly chapel services, mission trips, and community service projects are provided and available to students.

    Academics

  • Advanced Placement courses are offered in English Literature and Composition, Language and Composition, European History, U.S.History, Psychology, Spanish, French, Calculus and Art (2-D Design Portfolio).
  • Honors courses are offered in Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Earth Science, American Literature, British Literature, Chemistry, U.S. History, World History, and World Literature.
  • Health and physical education
  • Elective classes in Computer I, II, Desktop Publishing, CAD, Art, String Ensembles, Chorus
  • The College of William & Mary and/or Thomas Nelson Community College courses
  • Student Clubs, Organizations, and Activities

  • National Honor Society
  • Spanish Club, French Club, Key Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Drama Club, Chef's Club
  • Student Council Association (SCA)
  • Newspaper and Yearbook
  • Interscholastic Athletics - soccer, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, golf, baseball, tennis, softball
  • Athletics

    Williamsburg Christian Academy fields teams in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, field hockey, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. The school is a member of the Metro Athletic Conference.

    References

    Williamsburg Christian Academy Wikipedia