Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School

What Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School does

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School is a private, nonprofit, faith-based day school founded in 1953 by the Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It serves students from age two through twelfth grade across two campuses: the North Campus (PreK2 through 6th grade) at 803 N. Division St., and the South Campus (7th through 12th grade) at 5665 N. Gray Market Dr., which opened in Fall 2020 following a $10 million 'Advancing the Vision' capital campaign. The school delivers a college preparatory curriculum with Episcopal identity integration, modified block scheduling at the high school level, dual enrollment through LSU, and a comprehensive college advisory program. Enrichment programming spans STEAM (coding, robotics, 3D CAD/printing, drone programming), fine arts (band, choir, theater, visual arts), world languages (Spanish from kindergarten), and competitive athletics in the ACEL and CCAL leagues.

The school operates on a tuition-based revenue model supplemented by structured development programs. Tuition is the primary revenue stream, billed through the FACTS system with financial need assessed via FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment; annual fees include a $120 application fee and usage-based charges for early morning and after school care. Revenue diversification is achieved through the Annual Giving (Eagle Fund), an annual 'Expedition Eagles' auction, planned giving/legacy donor programs, and employer matching gift partnerships with companies including Aetna, Boeing, Citgo, Entergy, and others. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via campus tours, annual open houses, the school's website (episcopaldayschool.org), YouTube, and email communications managed by the Director of Admission and Marketing. Customer segments are organized horizontally across four grade-level divisions (Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, High School), all anchored in the Lake Charles geography with no multi-location or international footprint. Technology integrations are predominantly third-party educational platforms — Google Classroom and Google Apps for Education, Destiny Discover, ALEKS, Accelerated Reader, IXL, Xtra Math, Duolingo, SuperKids, SOMOS Curriculum, and Mastery Prep — with no proprietary AI/ML capability, supported operationally by Plus Portals, FACTS, and Rediker for enrollment. The institution is fully accredited by ICAISA through the Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools and holds memberships in NAES, CSEE, and NACAC.

Name

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School

Legal name

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School

Website

https://episcopaldayschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School is a private, nonprofit Episcopal K-12 school founded in 1953 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving students age two through twelfth grade across two campuses with college preparatory academics, STEAM curriculum, LSU dual enrollment, and competitive athletics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• Christian day school
• College preparatory programs
• Early childhood education
• STEAM curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Charles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue source. Tuition is charged for students from PreK2 through 12th grade. The school offers a Schedule of Tuition with different fee structures. Financial assistance is available through tuition assistance programs.
2. Annual Giving (Eagle Fund): Annual giving program where donations can be directed to Faculty Excellence, Tuition Assistance, Fine Arts, Athletics, Library and Technology, and Area of Greatest Need.
3. Annual Auction: Annual fundraising auction event (e.g., 'Expedition Eagles' 2025 auction) with silent and live auctions. Proceeds support the Annual Giving Program and Eagle Fund, offsetting operating expenses not covered by tuition.
4. Planned Giving: Charitable gifts through bequests, life insurance, trusts, pension plans, and charitable IRA rollovers. Donors become Legacy Donors with provisions in wills or estate plans.
5. Employer Matching Gifts: Corporate matching donations from companies including Aetna, Albertson's, Boeing, Citgo, Entergy, and others that double employee donations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School is a private K-12 day school that provides tuition-based academic instruction to a diverse student body from age two through 12th grade in a Christian Episcopal environment. Core offerings span four divisions — Preschool (PreK2-K), Lower School (1st-6th), Middle School (7th-8th), and High School (9th-12th) — augmented by STEAM, fine arts, world language, athletics, college advisory, and dual-enrollment college credit through LSU. The school sells a continuous educational experience across two physical campuses in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Product overview

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School is a private Christian school offering academic excellence for students two years old through twelfth grade across two campuses. The school provides a unified educational program comprising four core divisions (Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and High School) supported by enrichment programs in STEAM, fine arts, athletics, world languages, and library services. The school operates under a modified block schedule at the South Campus and utilizes various educational technology platforms including Google Classroom, Accelerated Reader, ALEKS, and SOMOS Curriculum for language instruction. High school students have access to dual enrollment courses through LSU and a comprehensive college advisory program. The institution is accredited by ICAISA through the Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools and serves as a college preparatory institution in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool Program (PreK2-Kindergarten) Tuition-based early childhood education program for students from age two through kindergarten, offering age-appropriate curriculum focused on developmental and academic needs through play-based learning in a nurturing Episcopal environment with data-driven instruction, small group instruction, and service-learning opportunities.
• Lower School Program (1st-6th Grade) Tuition-based elementary education for students in grades 1 through 6, emphasizing data-driven instruction, small group learning, foundational academics, character development, environmental stewardship, and preparation for middle school.
• Middle School Program (7th-8th Grade) Tuition-based middle school education for grades 7-8 featuring block scheduling, BYOT technology integration through Google Classroom and Google Apps for Education, college preparatory curriculum, and leadership development in a close-knit community environment.
• High School Program (9th-12th Grade) Tuition-based college preparatory high school program offering modified block scheduling, dual enrollment through Louisiana State University (LSU), comprehensive course offerings across science, mathematics, English, history, world languages, and arts, plus a college advisory program with Strong Campbell counseling and Mastery Prep ACT/SAT preparation.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts education offering including visual art (drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery with kiln), band instruction for grades 5-12, vocal ensemble, choir, and theater productions.
• Physical Education & Athletics Program Physical education and competitive athletics program including cross country, volleyball, basketball, football, golf, tennis, track and field, cheerleading, pom squad, and esports, with teams competing in ACEL and CCAL leagues; approximately 80% of students in grades 5-12 participate.
• World Language Program Spanish language instruction from kindergarten through 12th grade, with middle school students able to earn high school Spanish 1 credit through the SOMOS Curriculum and comprehensible input approach.
• College Advisory Program High school college preparation service including SAT/ACT preparation through Mastery Prep, college visits, application assistance, essay writing support, dual enrollment coordination with LSU, and Strong Campbell interest inventories.
• Additional Care Services Wraparound care services for enrolled students including Early Morning Care ($2.00/day drop-in from 7:00 am-7:40 am), After School Care for PreK3-8th grade on a contracted basis (ending 5:30 pm), and Late Pickup Charges of $6.00 every 15 minutes after 5:30 pm.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dual enrollment opportunities through LSU allow students to earn college credits while in high school
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration29 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Louisiana State University (LSU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing high school students to earn college credits through LSU. Students can take Calculus, English Composition, and other courses through LSU while still in high school. Classes are held on the school campus.
• LSU Coastal RootscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for reforestation and environmental education. Students grow 700 Southern Bald Cypress trees annually and plant them. Also partners for beach grass growing to prevent coastal erosion and planting on Cameron Parish beaches.
• Phillips 66minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to restore Native Cajun Prairie planting on school grounds and surrounding areas.
• Church of the Good ShepherdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEpiscopal church affiliated with the school. The church's Vestry constitutes the Board of Trustees authority. School maintains strong Episcopal identity through chapel services and religious education.
• World Land Trust-USminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational conservation organization supported through service learning projects.
• Multiple Employers (Matching Gifts Program)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCompanies including Aetna, Albertson's, Alcoa, Allstate, Boeing, Citgo, Entergy, Home Depot, and others that match employee donations to the school through employer matching programs.
• Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES)coreOthersSix-state regional association for Episcopal schools. School holds membership along with National Association of Episcopal Schools and is accredited by ICAISA.
• National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)coreOthersNational organization supporting Episcopal schools. School holds membership along with regional SAES and maintains ICAISA accreditation.
• Association of Christian Educators of Louisiana (ACEL)coreOthersAthletic league for high school sports including basketball, track, cheerleading, volleyball. EDS competes in ACEL for high school athletics.
• Calcasieu Catholic Athletic League (CCAL)coreOthersAthletic league for 5th-8th grade middle school sports. EDS participates with other Catholic schools in the area.
• Houston Museum of Natural ScienceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerField trip destination for 6th grade students for Night at The Museum experience and science education programs. Also hosts 3rd grade space unit field trip.
• International Council Advancing Independent School Accreditation (ICAISA)coreOthersAccrediting body that recognizes the Southwest Association of Episcopal Schools accreditation process. EDS is fully accredited through this organization.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• The Academy of the Sacred Heart: Catholic independent school network (including New Orleans campus) serving preschool through high school; comparable faith-based, multi-divisional day school model.
• Holy Cross School: Catholic college-preparatory school in New Orleans serving grades 5-12; overlaps with EDS at the secondary level on academics, athletics, and faith-based identity.
• Metairie Park Country Day School: Independent (non-faith-based) private K-12 day school in Metairie, LA serving the New Orleans metro; comparable independent school positioning in the Louisiana market.
• Covenant Christian Academy: Faith-based K-12 school in the Lake Charles / SW Louisiana region; directly competes in the same local market for faith-oriented families seeking college-prep education.
• Jesuit High School New Orleans: Catholic college-preparatory high school in New Orleans with rigorous academics and competitive athletics; comparable faith-based college-prep model in Louisiana.

Direct peers

• St. Martin's Episcopal School: Episcopal private K-12 day school in Houston, TX with college-preparatory curriculum, Episcopal identity, and dual-enrollment-style academic rigor — directly comparable faith-based K-12 model in a Gulf Coast market.
• Episcopal School of Acadiana: Episcopal K-12 school in Broussard, Louisiana with a Christian educational mission; same state, same Episcopal identity, and overlapping independent-school positioning.
• Trinity Episcopal School: Episcopal K-12 day school in New Orleans offering college-preparatory academics and faith-based formation; comparably structured Episcopal school within Louisiana.
• Episcopal High School (Houston): Episcopal college-preparatory day school in Houston serving grades 9-12 with competitive athletics and college advisory; comparable to the EDS high school division on mission and rigor.
• All Saints Episcopal School: Episcopal day school in Tyler, TX serving Infant through Grade 12, similar in denominational identity, college-prep mission, and tuition-funded operating model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC1Z3saehDj622Lfz0OLGhCQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/groups/357000607814049
• Xx.com/bishopnoland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bishop-noland-episcopal-day-school

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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