Novi Christian Academy

What Novi Christian Academy does

Novi Christian Academy (NCA) is a K-12, coeducational, college-preparatory Christian school founded in 1986 and operated as a ministry of Brightmoor Christian Church in Novi, Michigan. The school delivers a unified academic platform spanning Elementary (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12), supplemented by Advanced Placement courses (AP Physics I/II, AP Calculus, AP Psychology), dual-enrollment college credit, a STEM program with dedicated technology labs, a 1:1 student laptop program, a 35+ team athletic program in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference (MIAC), and a Fine Arts program anchored by a 300-seat Youth Center and 2,100-seat Worship Center. The school holds dual accreditation from ACSI (Exemplary status) and COGNIA, requires a pastoral reference for admission, integrates Biblical worldview across all subjects, and reports a 100% college acceptance rate with ACT scores in the top 20% nationally.

The underlying technology layer is administrative rather than product-differentiated: RenWeb serves as the student information system, FACTS processes tuition and payments, and the 1:1 laptop initiative provides device access but no evidence of AI/ML-driven learning is present. Revenue is generated primarily through recurring annual tuition ($10,575 K-5; $11,225 grades 6-12 for 2026-2027), with supplementary streams from application/enrollment fees, activity fees, athletic fees, and a Tuition Assistance Program covering needs-based, Christian Service, and Family Emergency categories. Go-to-market is admissions-led and event-driven: a Director of Admissions runs personalized outreach, private campus tours are offered most school days, and annual Open House events (e.g., October 23, 2025) drive top-of-funnel demand with no registration required.

The customer base consists of B2C households in the Novi, MI region and 22 surrounding public school districts, representing over 60 different churches. Customer segments include families seeking Christian K-12 education, student athletes, fine arts students, and families needing tuition assistance. Distribution is exclusively direct-enrollment on the single Novi campus, with Brightmoor Christian Church and the on-site Train Station Preschool functioning as core referral channels. The institution is a private nonprofit, with governance provided by a School Board (Gail Broadright, Aaron Currier, Marlon Lee, Don Lupo, Richard Rockwell) and operational leadership under Superintendent Dan Robinson and Principal Stacy Holleman.

Name

Novi Christian Academy

Legal name

Novi Christian Academy

Website

https://novichristianacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Novi Christian Academy is a K-12, college-preparatory Christian school in Novi, Michigan, founded 1986 as a ministry of Brightmoor Christian Church, serving families across 22 surrounding districts with dual ACSI/COGNIA accreditation and a 100% college acceptance rate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• K-12 private education
• Christian college preparatory
• Private school tuition
• Biblical worldview curriculum
• Secondary education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Novi

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. K-12 Tuition: Annual tuition charged per student; Elementary (K-5) at $10,575 and Middle/High School (6-12) at $11,225 for 2026-2027 academic year. Sibling discounts available ($500 for second child, $1,500 for third, $4,500 for fourth+). Payments via FACTS in 10 or 12 monthly installments starting May.
2. Application and Enrollment Fees: $125 non-refundable application/testing fee per new student; $500 non-refundable enrollment fee per family to hold student placement
3. Athletic Fees: $150 per Middle School student per sport; $200 per High School student per sport participated in
4. Student Activity Fees: $250 Elementary (K-5), $350 Middle/High School (6-11), $650 Senior Fee (12) covering academic supplements, materials and enrichment experiences
5. Tuition Assistance Program: Needs-based, Christian Service (for full-time church ministry families), and Family Emergency financial assistance programs funded by school to support enrollment

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Novi Christian Academy delivers K-12 college-preparatory education grounded in a Biblical worldview, integrating core academics (Elementary K-5, Middle School 6-8, High School 9-12), Honors and AP courses, dual enrollment for college credit, STEM labs, a 1:1 laptop program, 35+ athletic teams, a fine arts program, and a Spiritual Life program including weekly chapel, retreats, and service hours. Tuition is charged annually with FACTS-based installment payments.

Product overview

Novi Christian Academy is a K-12, coeducational, college-preparatory school with a Biblical worldview. The school offers a comprehensive educational program structured as a unified platform with multiple integrated components: the core academic programs (Elementary K-5, Middle School 6-8, and High School 9-12) form the foundational educational offerings, supplemented by AP and Honors classes for advanced learners, Dual Enrollment for college credit, STEM and 1:1 Laptop technology programs, Athletics (35+ teams), Fine Arts (instrumental, vocal, drama, visual arts), and Spiritual Life programs (weekly chapels, retreats, service). The school maintains ACSI and COGNIA dual accreditation and achieves a 100% college/university acceptance rate.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-5 Elementary School Program Elementary school program for Kindergarten through 5th grade at the Novi, MI campus, focused on establishing a love of learning in a Christ-centered environment with small class sizes and a nurturing atmosphere. Tuition: $10,575 annually plus $250 student activity fee.
• Middle School Program (Grades 6-8) Middle school program designed to meet the needs of 6th-8th grade students with a team-teacher approach, bridging the elementary and high school curriculum sequences. Tuition: $11,225 annually plus $350 student activity fee.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory high school curriculum exceeding state and national standards, with Honors and AP classes, dual enrollment for college credit, and a 100% college acceptance rate. Tuition: $11,225 annually plus $350 (Grades 9-11) or $650 (Grade 12) student activity fee.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses College-credit-bearing AP courses including AP Physics I and II (4 semesters), AP Calculus (2 semesters), and AP Psychology, available to high school students.
• Dual Enrollment Program Program allowing high school students to earn college credits through partner colleges and universities while simultaneously earning high school credit.
• Athletics Program Competitive sports program in the Michigan Independent Athletic Conference (MIAC) with 35+ teams across Middle School, JV, and Varsity levels, including soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, track and field, cross country, golf, softball, and cheerleading. 80% of students participate. Fees: $150/MS sport, $200/HS sport.
• Fine Arts Program Full-range fine arts program covering instrumental, vocal, drama, and visual arts, supported by an art lab and a 300-seat Youth Center, with annual concerts and spring musical productions; ranked at state and national competition levels.
• Tuition Assistance Program School-funded financial assistance offering Needs-Based, Christian Service (for full-time church ministry families), and Family Emergency awards to support enrollment for families who could not otherwise afford private Christian education.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college/university acceptance rate to college of choice
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Brightmoor Christian ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrightmoor Christian Church is the sponsoring ministry of Novi Christian Academy. The school operates as a ministry of the church, with shared leadership and facilities. Church pastor serves as Spiritual Life Pastor at NCA. Church congregation serves as primary referral community for student enrollment.
• Train Station PreschoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreschool program located within the same campus ecosystem, feeding into NCA K-12. Many NCA staff children attend Train Station Preschool. Shared administrative relationship through Brightmoor Christian Church ministry.
• Brightmoor Legacy FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelated ministry organization of Brightmoor Christian Church focused on giving and support for church and school initiatives
• Michigan Independent Athletic Conference (MIAC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAthletic conference in which NCA competes. Provides structured competitive sports opportunities across multiple sports at Middle School, JV, and Varsity levels.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Timothy Christian Schools: Grand Rapids-area K-12 Christian school with college-prep curriculum, athletics, and fine arts. Similar faith-based K-12 positioning, tuition range, and ACSI accreditation status to NCA.
• Hudsonville Christian School: Hudsonville, MI-based K-8 Christian school sharing the MIAC athletic conference with NCA. Comparable faith-based primary education model, though K-8 only.
• Zeeland Christian School: Zeeland, MI-based K-8 Christian school also in the MIAC conference. Comparable faith-based programming, though limited to K-8 rather than full K-12.
• Grand Rapids Christian Schools: Established K-12 Christian school system in Grand Rapids, MI with multiple campuses, ACSI membership, and comprehensive athletics and arts. Comparable to NCA by mission, programming, and Michigan footprint, though larger and multi-campus.
• Holland Christian Schools: Holland, MI-based K-12 faith-based college-prep school with athletic and fine arts programs. Comparable to NCA in faith-based college-prep model, ACSI accreditation, and West Michigan market positioning.
• South Christian High School: Byron Center, MI-based Christian high school in the MIAC conference alongside NCA. Peer via shared athletic conference, faith-based college-prep mission, and overlapping West Michigan admissions market.
• Legacy Christian Academy: Mid-Michigan K-12 Christian school with college-prep curriculum and ACSI accreditation. Comparable to NCA by faith-based K-12 model, athletic programs, and overall scale profile.
• NorthPointe Christian Schools: Grand Rapids, MI-based K-12 college-prep Christian school with ACSI accreditation, athletics, and fine arts programs. Closest direct competitor in terms of faith-based K-12 college-prep positioning, draw-area size, and dual-accreditation approach within Michigan.
• Franklin Road Christian School: Nearby Michigan Christian school where NCA's Principal Stacy Holleman previously served in multiple administrative roles. Useful peer for benchmarking operating practices and competitive overlap in the greater Detroit/Michigan Christian school market.

Others

• Christian Schools International: Member association that provides accreditation, curriculum, and teacher certification services to faith-based K-12 schools like NCA. Ecosystem enabler rather than direct competitor, but its standards materially shape NCA's operating model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NoviChristianAcademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/novichristianacademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/novi-christian-academy

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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