Berean Christian School

What Berean Christian School does

Berean Christian School is a private faith-based K-12 institution operating in West Palm Beach, Florida, founded in 1964 as the school ministry of what is now Grace Fellowship Church. The school serves approximately 791 active students across preschool (K2-VPK), elementary (K5-4th), intermediate (5th-6th), junior high (7th-8th), and high school (9th-12th) programs, supported by 60 qualified teachers. The school maintains dual accreditation through Cognia and ACSI, reports a 90% college acceptance rate and 100% graduation rate, and offers AP and dual-enrollment options at the secondary level.

The school's revenue model is tuition-based with a diversified stream across K5-12th tuition, preschool tuition, Extended Care (Morning Care free, Aftercare $151-$195/month), a tiered Academic Support Program ($220-$7,000/year), homeschool sports and academic fees, and admissions fees ($25 application, $75 testing, $500 non-refundable registration). Step Up For Students scholarships are accepted. The technology stack is built on third-party education administration platforms: RenWeb for SIS and family communication, FACTS for tuition and enrollment, Naviance for college and career readiness, plus SLA Management for food service, BambooHR for HR, and LINQ Connect for lunch account management. Customer segments include traditional K5-12th families, preschool families, homeschool families seeking supplemental academics and athletics, and students with mild-to-moderate learning differences served through the ASP program.

GTM motion is direct-admissions with campus tours, scheduled application windows (December 1 for K5-12th, February 2 for preschool), a wait pool, and admissions testing plus family interviews. Marketing channels include the school website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X/Twitter, virtual tours, in-person tours, email communication via RenWeb, and community referrals from Grace Fellowship Church and multi-generational family networks. The school occupies a single campus at 8350 Okeechobee Blvd. with no disclosed expansion to additional locations.

Name

Berean Christian School

Legal name

Berean Christian School

Website

https://bcsbulldogs.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Berean Christian School is a private faith-based K-12 institution in West Palm Beach, FL, founded in 1964 as the largest ministry of Grace Fellowship Church. It serves 791 students from preschool through 12th grade with dual Cognia/ACSI accreditation, college preparatory curriculum, and a 90% college acceptance rate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Christian K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF), Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH), Faith-Based Before/After Care Programs (Early Years) (EDACAHAE)

Keywords

• Private Christian education
• College preparatory curriculum
• Faith-based K-12 school
• Academic support services
• Preschool through twelfth grade

Headquarters

HQ city

Rosemead, California

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition - K5-12th Grade: Annual tuition charges for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Tuition schedule available via downloadable PDF. Payment plans available through FACTS.
2. Preschool Tuition: Tuition for K2, K3, K4 and VPK programs. Schedule available via PDF.
3. Extended Care/Aftercare: Morning Care (free) and Aftercare programs for K5-12th grades. Annual plans: 3-Day at $151/month, 5-Day at $195/month. Late pickup fee of $3/minute after 6 PM.
4. Academic Support Program (ASP): Tiered pricing for special education support services: K5-1st Enrichment $4,000/year; 2nd-4th Early Intervention $3,000/year (1 subject), $5,500/year (2 subjects); 5th-12th single subject + Learning Strategies $4,500/year; 5th-12th dual subject + Learning Strategies $7,000/year; Learning Strategies Only $2,000/year; Accommodations Only $220/year; Accommodations with Extended Time $550/year.
5. Homeschool Sports Fees: Application fee $25, Registration fee $150, Middle School Sports $150/sport, JV Sports $200/sport, Varsity Sports $275/sport.
6. Homeschool Academic Fees: Testing fee $75, Home school Academic $1,500 per class.
7. Admissions Fees: Application fee $25, Testing fee $75 ($100 for ASP testing), Registration fee $500 non-refundable upon acceptance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Berean Christian School delivers faith-based private education from preschool through 12th grade, anchored by a Christ-centered, Biblically integrated curriculum aligned with Florida Standards. The core academic program spans Preschool (K2-VPK), Elementary (K5-4), Intermediate (5-6), Junior High (7-8), and High School (9-12), with AP and dual-enrollment options at the secondary level. Complementary programs include the Academic Support Program for students with learning differences, Extended Care, Fine Arts, Athletics, counseling, and college/career guidance.

Product overview

Berean Christian School offers a comprehensive faith-based educational program spanning preschool (K2-VPK) through 12th grade. The core academic program consists of five progressive levels: Preschool, Elementary (K5-4), Intermediate (5-6), Junior High (7-8), and High School (9-12). Each level features Christ-centered, Biblically-based curriculum aligned with Florida Standards, enhanced by AP and dual-enrollment options at the secondary level. The school supplements academics with specialized programs including an Academic Support Program (ASP) for students with learning differences, Extended Care for before/after school supervision, and a robust Fine Arts program encompassing visual arts, theatre (with International Thespian Society Troupe), music, and Praise Band. Athletic opportunities (Berean Bulldogs), counseling services, health services, and clubs (NHS, SGA) round out student development. The PAWS parent volunteer organization and Bulldog Fund campus development initiative provide community engagement and facility improvement opportunities. Dual accreditation through ACSI and Cognia ensures academic quality and transferability of credits.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool Program (K2-K4, VPK) Private Christian preschool program for children ages 2-4, including Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK). Uses FunShine curriculum aligned with Florida Standards, integrating Bible truth across language, literacy, math, science, social-emotional development, and spiritual growth. Accepts VPK voucher for 4-year-olds.
• Elementary Program (K5-4th Grade) Elementary education program for K5 through 4th grade with core classes plus specials including Bible, Reading, Art, Music, Computers, and Physical Education. Features biblical integration in all subjects, daily Bible classes, and weekly chapels.
• Intermediate Program (Grades 5-6) Middle school program for 5th and 6th graders focusing on developmental needs with engaging core classes, specials (Bible, Reading, Art, Music, Computers, PE), weekly chapels, fine arts performances, and intramural sports.
• Junior High Program (Grades 7-8) College-preparatory junior high program with a Christ-centered, Biblically-based curriculum that is academically sound and creatively varied. Features AP and dual-enrollment options, chapel/Life Group meetings, spiritual retreats, and mission trips.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) Principal college-preparatory program with AP and dual-enrollment options. Features a Christ-centered and Biblically-based curriculum while academically challenging. Nearly all graduates attend colleges and universities.
• Academic Support Program (ASP) Specialized program for K5-12th grade students with mild to moderate learning differences. Provides ESE services, Wilson Tutoring for reading, modified curriculum in math and reading, learning strategies instruction, and accommodations including extended time. Tiered pricing from $220/year to $7,000/year based on level of support.
• Extended Care Program Before and after school care program for K5-12th grades. Morning Care offered 7:00-7:45 AM free of charge; Aftercare available until 6:00 PM with annual plans (3-day: $151/month, 5-day: $195/month).
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts program including Visual Arts (drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, 3D sculpture), Theatre (classes, Theatre Club, Theatre Troupe with International Thespian Society membership), Music (elementary through high school choir), and Praise Band.
• Athletics Program (Berean Bulldogs) Full athletic program for Berean Bulldogs including volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, track, tennis, swimming, and cross-country. Competes in FHSAA with varsity, JV, and middle school levels.
• Homeschool Academic and Sports Program Homeschool program offering academic classes for 7th-12th grade homeschool students at $1,500 per class and athletic participation for 6th-12th grade homeschool students with sports fees ranging from $150 to $275 per sport.
• Counseling Services Comprehensive counseling department providing individual and group counseling, emotional and spiritual support, parent counseling, and educational parenting seminars. Includes Naviance college/career guidance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% college acceptance rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NaviancecoreTechnology or IntegrationBerean Christian School has created a formidable alliance with Naviance, a college and career readiness platform. Every student has access to Family Connection, a web-portal that provides tools for career exploration, goal setting, and college planning. Counselors track student progress through the platform.
• Step Up For StudentscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerStep Up For Students is the only scholarship program accepted at Berean Christian School. This includes Family Tax Credit, Family Empowerment Scholarship, and Family Empowerment School Education Options through the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program.
• SLA ManagementminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBerean Christian School has joined with SLA Management to provide healthy, balanced meals for students. All food is cooked fresh on campus daily with SLA providing breakfast and lunch foods for junior high and high school.
• Grace Fellowship ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBerean Christian School is the single largest ministry of Grace Fellowship Church (formerly Berean Christian Church). The school exists in partnership with parents and the local church to empower students in their faith and academics.
• International Thespian SocietyminorOthersBerean Christian School Theatre Department is affiliated with the International Thespian Society with troupe 89226 (Junior High) and troupe 8067 (High School). Students compete at district and state level in theatre competitions.
• GotQuestions.orgminorOthersMr. Starkey, a BCS high school Bible teacher, serves on the GotQ team of volunteer researchers and writers who provide biblical answers to spiritual questions. School references GotQuestions.org resources for spiritual development.
• FACTScoreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides school management and administration platform used for online applications, enrollment packets, and giving/donations through their Factsmgtadmin portal.
• RenWebcoreTechnology or IntegrationRenWeb is the school information management system used for online applications, family login, grades, and communication with families.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Palm Beach Day Academy: Independent private K-9 school in West Palm Beach, FL competing directly for the same affluent West Palm Beach families considering a private, values-based education.
• American Heritage School: Large private K-12 school in Plantation, FL with college-preparatory academics, AP/dual enrollment, and extensive athletic programs — a similar scaled private school competing for college-bound Florida families.
• The First Academy: Faith-based K-12 college-preparatory school in Orlando, FL with Christ-centered curriculum, AP/dual enrollment, and full athletics — comparable faith-based positioning and scale.
• Pine Crest School: Large independent (non-faith-based) K-12 school in Fort Lauderdale, FL with rigorous college-prep curriculum and extensive extracurriculars, competing for the same affluent, college-aspirational Florida families.
• Saint Andrew's School: Independent, faith-affiliated (Episcopal) college-preparatory K-12 school in Boca Raton, FL, competing for the same college-bound South Florida families with comparable academic and extracurricular programs.
• The King's Academy: Faith-based, college-preparatory K-12 Christian school also located in West Palm Beach, FL, directly competing for the same Christian-family demographic with comparable preschool-through-12th-grade programming and extracurricular breadth.
• Trinity Christian Academy: Private, faith-based K-12 school in Florida offering college-prep academics and biblical integration, competing in the same regional Christian-school market with similar extracurricular and athletic offerings.
• Geneva School: Classical, faith-based private K-12 school in Winter Park, FL with rigorous college-preparatory academics and biblical worldview integration, serving a similar Christian-family demographic in Florida.
• Florida Christian School: Faith-based private K-12 school in Miami, FL with ACSI accreditation and college-preparatory academics; directly comparable faith-based positioning and full preschool-through-12th-grade scope.

Regional players

• Santa Fe Christian Schools: Faith-based K-12 Christian school in Solana Beach, California, offering a directly comparable Christ-centered college-preparatory program but in a different geographic market from Berean's Florida base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/bereanwpb
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@bereanchristianschoolwpb
• Facebookfacebook.com/bereanwpb
• Instagraminstagram.com/bereanwpb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/berean-christian-school

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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