San Jose Christian School

What San Jose Christian School does

San Jose Christian School (SJCS) is a dual-accredited, nonprofit private Christian school operating on a single campus at 1300 Sheffield Avenue in Campbell, California. Founded in 1961 (per company-history source) and operating continuously for 64 years, SJCS serves Christian families across the San Jose Bay Area through a vertically integrated age span: a licensed Infant Care Center (3 months to 2 years), a Preschool program (ages 2-4) using the Handwriting Without Tears "Get Set for School" curriculum, an Elementary School spanning Junior Kindergarten through Grade 5, and a Middle School for Grades 6-8. Curriculum across all programs is 100% faith-infused with a Biblical worldview, and student development is measured against a proprietary "9 Throughlines" framework (Growing Believers, Healthy People, Active Learners, Effective Communicators, Wise Decision-makers, Collaborative Workers, Humble Servants, Responsible Stewards, Engaged Citizens). Dual accreditation from Christian Schools International (CSI) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is maintained on five-year renewal cycles, and standardized MAP Growth Assessment results are reported to outperform California public and private school norms.

The institution's revenue model is tuition-driven and recurring. JK-8 tuition is collected either as a single annual payment (with a 2% discount) or via an 11-month automatic monthly plan administered through FACTS; Preschool and Infant Care operate under a separate tuition schedule. One-time fees include a $150 first-student application fee ($25 per additional student), a $100 academic assessment fee, and a $300 non-refundable enrollment fee. Adjacent revenue streams include an Extended Care program (3:00-5:30pm, usage-based billing), a 7-week Summer Camp at approximately $25/hour with late-pickup surcharges, after-school enrichment clubs (Art, Spanish, Dance, Chess, Science, Minecraft), and a 9-sport athletics program competing in BACSAL across four seasons for grades 6-8. Community fundraising supplements tuition: the 2025 Walk-A-Thon raised more than $80,000 (covering 75%+ of multi-day field trip costs), an annual auction supports technology and capital improvements, and programs such as RaiseRight gift cards, Sports Basement Basementeer, and Box Tops for Education provide transactional revenue. Need-based financial aid is administered through FACTS Grant & Financial Aid, supplemented by $10,000 in annual endowment scholarships (need- and merit-based) and a pastoral discount.

SJCS distributes its services exclusively through direct, on-campus consumer admissions with no online or distance-learning core programs. The funnel consists of campus tours, preview events (K Cafe for Kindergarten, Movin' On Up for middle school transition, semi-annual Open Houses), shadow days, an online application with assessment, and a Head of School interview. Marketing channels include organic Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube accounts (SJCS Tigers), a weekly Tiger Tracks newsletter and monthly Head of School community updates, plus referral-driven lead generation through partnerships with more than 50 local churches. Technology integrations are limited to standard K-12 administration platforms (FACTS, RenWeb, Google Classroom, FaithJourney, AddEvent) with no proprietary AI, ML, or data platforms referenced.

Name

San Jose Christian School

Legal name

San Jose Christian School

Website

https://sjchristian.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

San Jose Christian School is a dual-accredited (CSI and WASC) nonprofit private Christian school in Campbell, California, serving infants through Grade 8 across the San Jose Bay Area with tuition-based enrollment and faith-integrated curriculum.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Campbell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. JK-8 Tuition: Annual tuition payments for junior kindergarten through 8th grade students. Families can pay in full for the year (2% discount) or set up an 11-month payment plan with automatic monthly withdrawals on the 5th.
2. Preschool and Infant Care Tuition: Year-round childcare and preschool programs with separate tuition structure from JK-8.
3. Application and Enrollment Fees: One-time application fee ($150 first student, $25 each additional) and enrollment fee ($300 per student) charged upon acceptance.
4. Academic Assessment Fee: $100 fee for administering academic assessments to students entering grades JK-8.
5. Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser: Annual student fundraiser organized by CPTA. In 2025, raised more than $80,000 supporting Student Activity Fund, Multi-Day Field Trip Fund, and CPTA programs.
6. Annual Auction: Annual in-person fundraising event supporting technology, campus improvements, and long-term sustainability. Includes ticket sales, sponsorships, and auction item donations.
7. Summer Camp: 7-week summer camp program (June-August) for JK-8th grade students at $25/hour for full-day programming with additional fees for late pickup.
8. Extended Care: After-school care from 3:00-5:30pm for JK-8 students, billed through FACTS based on time used.
9. After-School Clubs: Optional enrichment clubs (Art, Spanish, Dance, Chess, Science, Minecraft) offered fall and spring with separate registration and fees.
10. RaiseRight Gift Card Program: School receives percentage (1%-23%) from gift card purchases made by families through the RaiseRight platform. School splits proceeds with participating families.
11. Endowment Scholarships: $10,000 in scholarships given annually to current students, both need- and merit-based.
12. Financial Aid: Need-based financial aid distributed through FACTS Grant & Financial Aid program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels14 records

Core offering

San Jose Christian School operates a dual-accredited (CSI and WASC) Christian JK-8 academic program with fully-integrated Biblical worldview, alongside licensed Infant Care (3 months-2 years) and Preschool (2-4 years) programs on a single Campbell, CA campus. Beyond core academics, it sells supplementary paid offerings including the Arlet Veurink Learning Center (academic support), Summer Camp (Tiger Camp), After-School Programs and Extended Care, Athletics (9 sports via BACSAL), Fine Arts, multi-day overnight Field Trips, and a Homeschool Enrichment program. The school also provides endowment scholarships and pastoral/family discounts and is sustained by fundraising events such as the Annual Auction and Walk-A-Thon.

Product overview

San Jose Christian School operates as a dual-accredited (CSI and WASC) Christian educational institution offering a comprehensive JK-8 academic program plus infant care and preschool services. The school provides a fully-integrated Biblical worldview across all programs including the core Infant Care Center, Preschool, Elementary School (JK-5), and Middle School (6-8). Supplementary programs include the Arlet Veurink Learning Center for academic support, Athletics (9 sports across 4 seasons), Fine Arts (band, choir, drama), Summer Camp (Tiger Camp), After-School Programs with Extended Care, Field Trips including overnight experiences, and a Homeschool Enrichment Program for local students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Infant Care Center (ICC) Licensed infant care program for children 3 months to 2 years old, with developmentally appropriate Caterpillar and Butterfly classrooms offering a safe, nurturing Christian environment as a paid standalone offering for working families.
• Preschool Program Faith-integrated preschool and childcare program for 2-4 year olds organized by age (Grasshopper 2-year-olds, Dragonfly 3-year-olds, Firefly 4-year-olds), using the Get Set for School / Handwriting Without Tears curriculum and billed via separate Preschool tuition.
• Elementary School (JK-5) Core elementary academic program for Jr. Kindergarten through 5th grade featuring a fully-integrated Biblical worldview, foundational skills curriculum, and weekly specials including PE, technology, music, drama, art, and library.
• Middle School (Grades 6-8) Middle school program for grades 6-8 with high academic standards, fully-integrated Biblical worldview, choice electives, no-cut sports, student council, and fine arts offerings on a 1:1 laptop platform using Google Classroom.
• Arlet Veurink Learning Center Pull-out academic support program for grades 1-5 students experiencing difficulty in phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling, reading comprehension, and written expression, delivered via an Orton-Gillingham based systematic and multi-sensory approach.
• Middle School Student Advocate (MSSA) Academic support service for grades 6-8 students that builds individual accommodation plans and provides in-classroom implementation of accommodations.
• Summer Camp (Tiger Camp) Faith-integrated summer camp for JK-8th grade students running 7 weeks from mid-June through August, featuring weekly themes, games, crafts, field trips, and water days, billed at approximately $25/hour for full-day programming with additional late-pickup fees.
• Athletics Program Competitive athletics program for grades 5-8 offering 9 no-cut sports across 4 seasons (cross country, flag football, softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, etc.) through the Bay Area Christian Schools Athletic League (BACSAL).
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts education for preschool through 8th grade including visual arts, music (band, choir, jazz band, chapel band), drama, and performing arts.
• After-School Programs After-school Extended Care from 3:00-5:30pm for JK-8 students billed monthly through FACTS based on time used, plus optional enrichment clubs (Art, Spanish, Dance, Chess, Science, Minecraft) offered fall and spring with separate registration and fees.
• Field Trips Program Experiential learning opportunities including half-day and full-day classroom trips plus multi-day overnight trips for grades 4-8 to Sierra Outdoor School (Gold Country), Mission Springs, Catalina Island Marine Institute, Hume Lake Christian Camps, and Joshua Expeditions (Washington D.C.).
• Homeschool Enrichment Program On-campus part-time enrichment program for homeschool students in grades 5-8 covering athletics, band (5th grade and 6th-8th concert band), and middle school electives; explicitly not distance learning and requires agreement to the SJCS Statement of Faith.

Quantifiable outcome

• SJCS students outperform California public and private schools on MAP Growth Assessment in all subjects and all grades (2025 data)
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FACTS (formerly RenWeb)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides the Family Portal for enrollment, re-enrollment, grade viewing, and academic progress tracking. Also handles tuition payment processing including annual and 11-month payment plans. District Code: SJC-CA.
• Choices for Children (CFC)minorOthersSanta Clara County childcare resource organization providing innovative childcare solutions supporting children, families, and providers since 1976.
• The Basic FundminorOthersNon-profit helping low-income Bay Area families offset private school tuition costs. New applications available mid-January for following school year.
• Go KidsminorOthersState-funded childcare program administrator for income-eligible families or those with CPS referrals. Waitlist enrollment available.
• RaiseRight (formerly ShopWithScrip)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerGift card program where merchants donate 1%-23% of purchases back to SJCS. Families can raise funds through normal spending. School splits proceeds with participating families.
• Sports Basement Basementeer ProgramminorGTM or Marketing Partner10% off purchases plus 10% donation back to SJCS when designated as charity. One-time $25 membership fee with lifetime savings.
• Box Tops for EducationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDigital receipt scanning app earning minimum 10 cents per box top for SJCS. Families register SJCS as their supported organization.
• Sierra Outdoor SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGold Country field trip partner for 4th grade History unit on Gold Rush, including education on Native American relations, economy, and environment.
• Mission Springs Outdoor EducationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner5th grade outdoor science program covering ecosystems, astronomy, flora, and fauna in Santa Cruz Mountains.
• Catalina Island Marine Institute (CIMI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental studies program for 6th & 7th grade (alternating years) with outdoor experiential learning about environmental issues.
• Hume Lake Christian CampsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpiritual retreat venue for 6th & 7th grade (alternating years) with week of bonding, spiritual goal-setting, and leadership development.
• Joshua ExpeditionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWashington D.C. tour operator for 8th grade capstone field trip applying 'Teach, Not Ban' cultural discernment approach.
• Bay Area Christian Schools Athletic League (BACSAL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAthletic conference for 9 team sports (cross country, flag football, softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball) competing grades 6-8.
• Valley Christian High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGuaranteed admissions partner for SJCS graduates. Top local Christian high school receiving SJCS alumni.
• The King's AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGuaranteed admissions partner for SJCS graduates. Top local Christian high school receiving SJCS alumni.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stratford School: Multi-campus private K-12 operator across the Bay Area with a similar enrichment-rich, college-prep academic positioning. Comparable to SJCS in family profile and tuition band, though secular rather than faith-based.
• Challenger School: Bay Area private K-8 school with multiple campuses focused on rigorous academics. Most comparable to SJCS in grade span (K-8) and Bay Area footprint, with a similar academic-outcomes-led admissions story.
• Pinewood School: Los Altos Hills independent K-12 school with strong enrichment and small-class-size positioning. Comparable to SJCS in family demographic and Bay Area private-school market.
• Valley Christian Schools: San Jose-area Christian K-12 system and guaranteed-admissions partner for SJCS graduates. Operates a similar faith-integrated curriculum model at larger scale, making it the closest comparably positioned peer in the same geography.
• The King's Academy: Sunnyvale-based Christian K-12 school and SJCS guaranteed-admissions partner. Comparable faith-integrated academic model with similar target families in the same Bay Area commuter belt.
• Castilleja School: Palo Alto independent girls' school (grades 6-12) with rigorous college-prep academics. Competes for the same academically minded Bay Area families, particularly as a downstream option for SJCS graduates.
• Harker School: San Jose private K-12 school known for academic excellence and STEM focus. Competes for the same academically driven Bay Area families as SJCS at a higher tuition tier.

Others

• Saint Francis High School: Mountain View Catholic college-prep high school that accepts SJCS graduates. Adjacent rather than directly competing at the K-8 level, but relevant as a high-school destination for SJCS families.
• Archbishop Mitty High School: San Jose Catholic college-prep high school that receives SJCS graduates with strong academic and spiritual preparation. Functions as a downstream articulation point in the SJCS family journey rather than a direct competitor at K-8.

Broad incumbents

• Basis Independent Schools: Multi-campus private K-12 operator with a Bay Area presence and a benchmark STEM/academic curriculum. Larger and broader than SJCS but competes for the same academic-outcomes-driven families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@sjcscommunity2065
• Facebookfacebook.com/sjcschool
• Instagraminstagram.com/sjcstigers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/san-jose-christian-school

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Profiles10 records

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