Academics Overview
Academics That Inspire Excellence
Christian education is more than gaining knowledge. It’s about shaping students through a Biblical worldview that guides every subject, from core classes to electives.
At Wake Christian Academy, we offer a rigorous K-12 education that meets and exceeds the standards set by Cognia and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Whether your child is in Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, or High School, they’ll be challenged to reach their full potential in a Christ-centered environment.
As a trusted private Christian school in Raleigh, NC, we partner with families like yours to equip students academically and spiritually — preparing them to lead with integrity, wisdom, and faith. Discover how Wake Christian Academy can help your child thrive in learning and life.
Kindergarten
A low student-to-teacher ratio means your kindergartener can be known individually. Our curriculum helps children build academic, spiritual, social & emotional foundations for success in school.
- Weekly Spanish, art and music classes
- Weekly chapel and daily Bible studies
- Field trips to a dairy farm and a local strawberry farm
- Thematic studies for each season
- Recess twice a day
Elementary
Our curriculum is designed to help students master the fundamentals in early Elementary School and add deeper layers of knowledge as they grow older. Thematic studies, special projects, field trips & after-school clubs help students develop a passion for learning.
- Special projects, such as Days of Creation, Early American Day, Invertebrates & Recycling
- Scripture memory activities, daily Bible studies & weekly chapel
- Fine arts, including chorus starting in 3rd grade and band and handbells starting in 4th grade
Middle School
Middle school (Grades 6-8) is a time when we teach students how to discern God’s purposes and discover the individual academic and spiritual gifts given by the Creator. This intentional focus helps students make positive choices and strive for excellence.
- Challenging curriculum in the core subjects of math, language arts, science, history and Bible
- Elective courses such as engineering, drama, chorus, handbells, art and band
- Wide-variety of athletic teams
High School
As students prepare to take the next step in their lives, we equip them spiritually and academically, ensuring they are ready for higher education and beyond. Our students are accepted into the nation’s top private and public universities.
- Three academic tracks designed for a wide range of student abilities and interests: College Preparatory, Honors and Advanced Placement
- Biblical truth included in every course to help shape and mold teens into bold Christian disciples
- 15 Advanced Placement AP® Courses
- ACT and composite SAT scores that exceed US, NC and Wake County averages
- Clubs and activities including Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy, Spanish Honor Society, Yearbook and Debate/Mock Trial Club
