Summit Christian Academy

What Summit Christian Academy does

Summit Christian Academy is a private, nonprofit Christian school operating a single campus at 5350 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Founded in 1996 (previously known as "LAM"), the school serves students from preschool through eighth grade in the Coeur d'Alene area, delivering a Bible-based education that integrates Christian principles across every subject. Core academic offerings span Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, full-day Kindergarten, Elementary (grades 1–5), and Middle School, supplemented by an Extended Care before/after-school program and a Summer Camp open to both enrolled and external families.

The curriculum is anchored on Singapore Math and a state-of-the-art science curriculum, with foreign-language instruction (Spanish from preschool, Latin from grade 3) and required drama and public speaking programs. Supporting technology is limited to commodity third-party platforms: QuickSchools Parent Portal for student information, FACTS for tuition management, SignUpGenius for volunteer coordination, and PayPal for donation processing. There is no proprietary technology stack, no internal platform, and no AI/ML capability disclosed.

The school's business model is tuition-driven recurring revenue (Preschool through 8th Grade plus Extended Care and Summer Camp), supplemented by fundraising through an annual Gala (the second Gala grossed over $73,000) and Parent-Teacher Fellowship events such as the Fun Run ($15,000 annual goal). Customer acquisition is community-led — relying on parent referrals, school tours, social media (Facebook, Instagram), and Google reviews rather than paid marketing. Tuition is not publicly disclosed; prospective families must contact the school office directly. The institution operates independently with no parent company, subsidiaries, venture capital, or public ownership structure, and is governed under a Statement of Faith and Core Values framework that constrains both hiring and admissions.

Name

Summit Christian Academy

Legal name

Summit Christian Academy

Website

https://scaidaho.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Summit Christian Academy is a private, nonprofit Christian school in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, serving preschool through eighth grade with a Bible-based curriculum, Singapore Math, language instruction, and public speaking programs, funded primarily through tuition, Extended Care, Summer Camp, and community fundraising.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-8 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH), Leadership, Debate & Model UN Camps (EDAMALAK)

Keywords

• Private christian education
• Preschool elementary programs
• Middle school education
• Before after school care
• Summer camp programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Registration Fees: Private school tuition for preschool through eighth grade students. Registration fees are collected during enrollment process.
2. Extended Care Program: Before and after school child care services provided to families needing additional supervision beyond regular school hours.
3. Summer Camp Program: Summer camp program available to preschool through 5th grade students, including non-Summit students, from 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.
4. PTF Fundraising Events: Parent-Teacher Fellowship organizes fundraising events including Fun Run, Dine Out programs, Bake Sales, and Christmas Shoppe to support educational resources.
5. Annual Gala: Annual adults-only gala event generating significant donations for the General Fund, with proceeds covering operations, teacher salaries, and facility costs. Second Gala grossed over $73,000.
6. Uniform Sales: Sale of school uniforms and chapel wear through approved vendors including Metro School Uniforms and Academictradcat.com.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Summit Christian Academy is a private, nonprofit Christian school delivering Bible-integrated education from preschool through eighth grade at its single campus in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Core offerings include age-tiered academic programs (Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Full-Day Kindergarten, Elementary grades 1-5, and Middle School), supplemented by an Extended Care before/after-school program and a Summer Camp open to both Summit and non-Summit students. The school combines Singapore Math and STEM-aligned science curricula with mandatory public speaking/drama, sequential foreign language instruction (Spanish then Latin), weekly chapel, and character development.

Product overview

Summit Christian Academy is a private, nonprofit Christian school offering a comprehensive educational program from preschool through eighth grade. The institution operates on a single-campus model with multiple grade-level programs: Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Full-Day Kindergarten, Elementary School (grades 1-5), and Middle School. Supporting programs include an Extended Care (before/after-school care) module and Summer Camp. The school emphasizes academics combined with Christian values, offering foreign language instruction (Spanish in early grades, Latin in upper elementary), fine arts (music, drama, art), and public speaking. A robust extracurricular portfolio includes Speech Meet, Spring Musical productions, Science Fair, History Day, Silverwood Read 2 Ride reading program, PTF Christmas Shoppe, and the Annual PTF Fun Run fundraiser. All programs integrate Biblical principles with academic rigor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool Program
• Pre-Kindergarten Program
• Full-Day Kindergarten Program
• Elementary School Program (Grades 1-5)
• Middle School Program (Grades 6-8)
• Extended Care Program
• Summer Camp
• School Uniform Sales

Quantifiable outcome

• Students consistently advance to district/regional/state levels in speech meets, spelling bees, and Invent Idaho competitions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Spokane ChiefsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 February 2025School Night partnership for hockey game event at Spokane Chiefs arena. Tickets sold at reduced price ($11) for Summit families and community.
• Shriners Children's SpokaneminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 February 2025Charity game sponsor for Spokane Chiefs School Night event, providing free backpack zipper pulls for first 2,000 children attending.
• Mathnasium: The Math CenterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2024Partnered with Summit PTF to present Family Math Night event featuring math games, pizza, and educational activities for families.
• Red RobinminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 March 2024Dine Out partner for monthly fundraising events where restaurant donates portion of proceeds to Summit.
• Panda ExpressminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 February 2024Dine Out partner at 400 W Wilbur, Coeur d'Alene location for fundraising events.
• Coeur d'Alene Bible ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoeur d'Alene Bible Church provides facility space for Summit Summer Camp program. Located at 5350 North 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815, same address as the main campus.
• Metro School UniformsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew uniform vendor for chapel wear and daily uniform options. Transitioned from previous vendor to provide school uniforms for students.
• Academictradcat.comminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlternative vendor for embroidered chapel sweaters and vests, with items in stock available for purchase under Summit Christian Academy section.
• FACTScoreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides customer service and contact information management for registered families. Customer service line: (866) 441-4637.
• Taco WorksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal restaurant partner for PTF Fun Run event, selling food on-site to support school fundraising activities.
• LookoutminorOthersSki resort partner for Wednesday Ski Club program, providing skiing sessions for students in 1st grade and up during January through March.
• ECI (Embroidery)minorOthersEmbroidery service located at 10318 N, US 95, Hayden, ID (800) 858-4044 for school uniform embroidery.
• TPI EmbroideryminorOthersEmbroidery service located at 4266 W Riverbend Ave, Post Falls, ID (208) 777-7871 for school uniform embroidery.
• Pyramid PrintingminorOthersEmbroidery and printing service located at 1006 N 4th Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID (208) 664-0254 for school uniform customization.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SCASummitChristianAcademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/summitchristianacademyidaho
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/summit-christian-academy-cda

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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