At Coastal Christian, we view our small size as an excellent advantage for our students.

OUR STUDENTS THRIVE.

As a small school, Coastal uses innovative instructional strategies associated with higher student performance to help students succeed beyond their limitations. Individualized instruction, an integrated curriculum, multi-age grouping, small-group skills sessions, cooperative learning, and daily performance reviews are just a few of the powerful strategies we use at Coastal Christian to help our students achieve their absolute best. With such a personalized learning experience, it is no wonder that students at Coastal thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

WE SET HIGH CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS.

Coastal students are held to high classroom expectations in this small school setting. Our teachers expect excellent performance from their students because they know them so well and are personally invested in their success. Because our students work so hard in the classroom and have strong teacher oversight throughout the school day, our students have less daily homework outside of the classroom than other schools. We recognize the value of time with family and activities outside of school in developing the whole child, and we use classroom time to its maximum potential to support that development.

OUR SCHOOL EXPERIENCE IS PERSONAL.

At Coastal, students take ownership in their personal learning and in their entire school experience. Our students recognize that they are a valued part of the school community.

Their learning activities are more individualized and relevant to their learning level and learning style, taking into account personal backgrounds and past experiences outside of school. Student attitudes toward school in general and toward particular school subjects tend to be more positive in small schools, and we certainly find this to be true at Coastal.

YOU ARE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER.

At Coastal Christian, each student belongs to an even bigger family.  Each child is known by peers and teachers throughout the school, creating strong, positive relationships across grade levels and across ages. These relationships help develop confidence and positive self-esteem that students carry with them beyond the school setting and past these formative years.

LEARNING IS MORE THAN SCHOOL WORK.

Students in small schools have the opportunity to develop stronger, closer relationships between other students, teachers, and administrators.  In small schools, all students have the opportunity to know one another. The older students accept leadership roles and mentor younger students. Younger students look up to older students as positive role models. The adults know and care about each student to a greater degree than is possible in large schools. At Coastal Christian, you are certainly more than a student; you are a part of a close and caring family.

The preschool – Grade 8 private school environment provides excellent opportunities for student leadership and growth without the distractions that other school settings present.

Our Middle School Creates Leaders.

As the oldest students on campus, our middle school students assume the leadership responsibilities within the school. They are the role models and mentors for the entire student body. This responsibility helps build self-esteem and confidence, positioning these students for a smooth transition as they move on to high school.

Our Middle School Students are Prepared.

Throughout Middle School, students are developing and defining their personal strengths and interests. Often a passion for a certain subject  or a particular subject area has emerged. This self-knowledge makes it easier to determine the best “match” for high school, and we know that each of our Coastal graduates will be prepared to excel at the next level.

Our Middle School is a Family.

In a small program, we are able to cultivate a close-knit community across grades. Our Middle School students are less influenced by their immediate peers, and more heavily influenced by their entire school family. Because every student and adult  knows one another, our students exhibit greater confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging; all of which are important during a child’s formative years.

Our Middle School is Safe.

Our K2 – 8 model allows our Middle School students to learn in a safe environment, without the pressures of high school or influences of older students. Acting as the oldest students on campus, our Middle School students assume their leadership and mentoring roles with confidence. 

Our Middle School Students are a Shining Light.

By the end of grade 8, with a strong spiritual foundation, a solid learning base, and well-developed friendships, our students are ready to spread their wings and shine their light in the world. We know our Coastal graduates will be ready for a lifetime of Kingdom-building service.