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Student responsibilities​

• Maintains a “C” average, or 2.0 GPA, as indicated on a report card and/or transcript​

• Demonstrate at or above current grade level performance on an entrance exam​

• Satisfactory behavior record (minimum of one year in their current school with no suspensions, expulsions, or excessive referrals verified by a record of behavior and attendance)​

Parent responsibilities – BCS seeks families whose parents consistently demonstrate a positive Christian lifestyle.​

• Signed Statement of Faith​

• Church recommendation from a local Christian church reflecting active participation​

• Support the purpose of BCS as a covenantal school, which means that parents partner with the school and local churches to prepare children for service in God’s world. The Bible is taught daily.

Yes, BCS is accredited by the Christian Schools of Florida (CSF), Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA CESS), and the National Council of Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). BCS also holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

Applications open the first Monday in October for the following school year. The process remains open.  All applicants are placed in a waiting pool for that grade level. As seats become available, admissions will connect with those in the waiting pool. Enrollment decisions for the following year are typically made at the beginning of March.

All applicants enter the waiting pool, which is an unranked group of prospective students for that grade level.  When any grade reaches its capacity for admitted students, applicants remain in the waiting pool.  As space becomes available in a grade, candidates will be moved through the admissions process for that grade. Waiting pool applications can be reassigned one time to the next school year without reapplying or having to pay another application fee.

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Teacher recommendations are required for applicants entering grades 1-12.

Main campus tours are offered by appointment Monday-Friday, 8:30am-2:00pm on days school is in session.

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Yes, a family interview is required as part of the admissions process for all applicant families. In-person interviews are preferred. If a family resides out of the area, a video interview can be scheduled. 

All students making their initial entry into a Florida school are required to submit a school entry health exam on the Florida SHOTS form. If the student previously had the exam, a copy is required for the student's cumulative file. An immunization record on the Florida SHOTS form, as maintained by the Department of Health, or a religious exemption form is required for enrollment. 

School Entry Health Exam Form

BCS is a non-profit entity dedicated to keeping tuition affordable for families seeking a Christian education. To support this effort, BCS accepts various state-sponsored scholarships, and allocates part of its budget for needs based financial aid to support our Christian community. 

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BCS does not receive federal funding, therefore students seeking a private school education that are recipients of the FES-UA Scholarship are considered “parentally placed private school children” and do not have the same individual rights to special education and the related services that students are entitled to receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA).

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BCS Financial Aid is available to students entering Kindergarten through 12th grade. This is a needs-based assistance program designed for families on the basis of their demonstrated need and on the availability of funds. Families seeking financial aid assistance must complete an application and provide the necessary documentation to determine the justifiable need. Applications will be available on February 6th and will be processed on a first come first served basis. 

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**Admission decisions are made independent of financial need.

• BCS accepts students whose educational needs can be met by the school.

• BCS does not receive federal funding. Students seeking a private school education that are recipients of the Unique Abilities (FES-UA) Scholarship are considered “parentally placed private school children” and do not have the same individual rights to special education and the related services that students are entitled to receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA).​

• Students who are eligible to receive FES-UA Scholarships are required to provide a copy of the student’s services plan at time of application.​

Yes, BCS has three bus routes for morning pick up and afternoon drop off at “hubs”:​

West – west Bradenton and Anna Maria Island​

North – Palmetto, Ellenton, and Parrish​

East – Lakewood Ranch​

Please refer to the Tuition Schedule for cost

2025-2026 Dress Code

No, however, catered lunch is available through pre-order purchase from a variety of vendors in the Family Portal. Students may also pack a ready-to-eat lunch.

BCS has before (for late start days only) and after school care. More information will be provided upon admission.

Clubs offered at BCS include:

• Student Council
• Tri-M Honor Society
• FCA
• Domestic/International Missions
• Marine Science Club
• National Honor Society
• Hispanic Honor Society
• Art Honor Society
• Green Recycle Team
• National Beta Club
• Drama Club
• Yearbook
• Key Club
• Worship Team
• Technology Student Association
• Lego Robotics Team

• Dual Enrollment is available for Seniors after school hours or after Early Release (after 6th period). Courses can be completed online from home or in person at SCF. Dual Enrollment is not available in the BCS Virtual Lab. Students may NOT enroll in courses that have an equivalent offered by BCS. For example, Statistics is not permitted, as BCS offers the equivalent through Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics.
• Students must remain on track to fulfill all graduation requirements set by Bradenton Christian School (BCS). Any dual enrollment courses taken will be considered additional and will not replace or count toward BCS graduation requirements.

BCS office hours are 8:00am - 3:00pm, during normal school days. 

No, preschoolers are not required to wear uniforms. We are very creative – messy activities abound, and are a hallmark of a high-quality school!

• Please send your child to school in clothes that you don’t mind getting messy or stained.
• Shoes must be safe for all activities--especially the playground
• We recommend school shoes to be non-tying- sneaker-type, rubber-soled, close-toed shoes - no Crocs, no "party shoes", no flip-flops, clogs, boots, sandals, etc.
• We encourage no jewelry other than small stud earrings– jewelry can be lost or damaged during active play and is also a hazard on the playground.
• Please remember to label everything your child brings to school

Yes. Parents provide a healthy morning snack and a packed lunch if your child stays after 11:30 am.

Yes, more information will be provided upon admission.

Yes, all preschoolers must be fully potty trained to attend

Yes! We have programs at Christmas, Grandparents' Day and Graduation. Some of our favorite special events include the Harvest Hoopla, Dr. Seuss Week, Pajama Day, Water Day and many more!

Parent volunteers are welcome to volunteer, but not required