Fort Bend Christian Magazine’s 2019 Christian School Guide

We’ve compiled a list of some of the top Christian schools and after school programs in the greater Fort Bend area. Take a look at these schools listed below.

 

Belhaven University

Adult education, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees

15115 Park Row, Suite 175
Houston, TX 77084
(281) 579-9977
houston.belhaven.edu
facebook.com/buhouston

Belhaven University is the premier destination for Houston residents who want to complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree quickly and affordably. Belhaven offers a high-quality Christian adult studies program that delivers accelerated adult education and graduate degrees that are tailored to the needs of busy working adults.

Belhaven provides students with small class sizes, experienced faculty and a career-relevant curriculum. At Belhaven, adults are given the opportunity to develop their unique gifts and abilities in ways that a large, impersonal university never could. Furthermore, Belhaven focuses on the busy adult, offering classes that meet just once a week so that students can keep their lives outside the classroom. Belhaven’s curriculum integrated the Christian worldview with the latest theory and practice, so that individuals will be prepared for the rapidly changing world.

Belhaven has been named one of America’s Best Christian Colleges every year since 1996. Enroll soon to become a successful Belhaven graduate with the tools needed to thrive in today’s global economy!

 

Calvary Episcopal Preparatory

4 years old – 12th grade

1201 Austin Street
Richmond, TX 77469
(281) 342-3161
ces-richmond.org
facebook.com/CalvaryEpiscopalPrep

Outstanding academics are a trademark for Calvary’s reputation of excellence. Calvary prides itself as Fort Bend County’s premiere Christian school. Students and faculty treat each other with Christ-like kindness and together grow in their understanding of God’s expectations for them. Calvary’s 3 R’s: Reverence for God, Respect for others, and Responsibility for self, are the cornerstone for every aspect of the child’s educational journey.

In addition to a rigorous and accelerated academic environment, the Calvary experience includes service learning, leadership opportunities, and enrichment programs for student creativity and expression. These programs include a successful athletic department, Student Council, National Honor Society, and visual and performing arts that encompass a Thespian Troupe, a National Arts Honor Society, and a competitive band.

Small classrooms and individualized attention assure that students enjoy a safe and nurturing environment. Christian character classes, Bible instruction and three chapel services weekly foster an emotionally safe environment. Calvary is unique in that students learn to “live together” regardless of age, as the school enters Pre-K – 4 year olds and graduates students in grade 12. Students freely interact, and the older students mentor the younger in a diverse student body that is accepting of all faiths and nationalities.

To schedule a tour of the campus, call (281) 342-3161 and bring this ad for $100 off the registration fee.

 

Cypress Christian School

Kindergarten – 12th grade

11123 Cypress N. Houston Road
Houston, TX 77065
(281) 469-8829
cypresschristian.org
facebook.com/CypressChristianSchool

Cypress Christian School is a private K – 12 Christian school in Northwest Houston. The CCS mission is to develop Christ-like character and intellectual competence in all students, and to push the student body to achieve maximum academic and personal success. CCS recognizes parents’ essential role in their children’s development, and strives for a partnership between the school and the home.

Current students and graduates attest to the CCS advantage: a unique combination of strengths, creating an academically challenging and nurturing environment. Education at CCS is approached from a biblical perspective that recognizes the sovereignty and authority of God. The curriculum is carefully selected in order to academically challenge all students, while upholding Christian standards. Prayer and Bible classes are a very important part of the daily schedule for students.

CCS offers a well-balanced education including award winning programs in academics, fine arts and athletics. Students develop a strong foundation in reading and writing skills, critical thinking, the ability to apply mathematical concepts, and a broad understanding of the sciences and humanities. For upperclassmen, the curriculum is designed to increase college-readiness by providing the academic background needed to succeed in a degree program at a college or university. CCS students consistently score above the national averages in both the SAT and ACT. Honors level courses, as well as dual credit and AP classes, are available.

Contact us today to schedule an inspiring one-hour tour of Cypress Christian School!

 

Faith West Academy

3 years old – 12th grade

2225 Porter Road
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-5683
faithwest.org
facebook.com/FaithWestAcademy

Since 1982, Katy’s oldest and largest private school, Faith West Academy, continues to uphold core values of reverence for God; respect for ourselves, others and authority, and responsibility for one’s actions. FWA is inter-denominational and is known for its high academic standards and Christian Worldview education.

FWA provides a safe, Christian environment for preschool (starting at age 3) through 12th grade. As an extension of the preschool, FWA hosts a popular Mother’s Day Out Program that enrolls students as early as 15-months-old. FWA serves a growing number of international students seeking studies in America by providing them with on-campus boarding facilities.

The FWA motto is Excellence Without Compromise! To help students develop spiritually, FWA offers weekly chapel, daily Bible classes and Biblical integration in all classes. FWA also offers strong core curriculums, Accelerated, Pre-Advanced Placement, and Advanced Placed courses for 6th -12th grade students, individualized learning where advanced or struggling students move at a pace that fits their abilities, and “A la Carte” classes for homeschooled junior high and high school students.

To promote physical and artistic excellence, FWA offers weekly PE and music classes, along with daily outdoor recesses for elementary school students. Junior high and high school students can engage in many different competitive athletic programs.

Junior high and high school students can also partake in agriculture, performing and visual arts, choir and band classes. High school students participate in athletic and fine art competitions. Schedule a tour with FWA right away!

 

Fellowship Christian Academy

18 months old – 10th grade

16355 Old Richmond Road
Sugar Land, TX 77498
(281) 495-1814
fellowshipchristianacademy.org
facebook.com/fellowshipchristian

Fellowship Christian Academy provides a place for children to grow and to learn while surrounded by God’s love. The early years of a child’s life are the years that shape their future, so the FCA curriculum is carefully selected and developed to enrich the spiritual, intellectual, emotional and social development in each child.

Since 1976, FCA has provided a safe and loving environment where children are encouraged to develop spiritually as they grow cognitively, socially and physically. Many of our teachers have over 25 years of teaching experience.

Age appropriate environments and classes are offered beginning at the age of 18 months and grow children through the 10th grade. FCA offers small classes with low student to teacher ratios, giving children the chance and room to blossom in their own unique way.

FCA instills in children a Christian value and belief system based on the following principles: Parents are the primary educators of their children in all aspects of life. The Holy Bible is God’s inerrant Word. The Christian school should cooperate with the parents to provide a Christian education for the child. Christ died and rose again for the salvation of children and adults.

Thank you for considering FCA for your child. Please, feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Have a blessed day!

 

Fort Bend Christian Academy

4 years old – 12th Grade

1250 Seventh St.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 263-9175
fortbendchristian.org
facebook.com/FortBendChristian

Fort Bend Christian Academy exists to glorify God through excellence in college-preparatory Christian education. FBCA is a Pre-K through grade-12 school, located on a 35-acre campus in the heart of Sugar Land, one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. As an interdenominational school, FBCA welcomes a diverse population of students who attend more than 100 area churches.

Students at FBCA receive an academically challenging education with a curriculum designed to provide a superior spiritual and intellectual environment. Fifty different Honors and Advanced Placement classes are offered at the upper school level, and middle school students with accelerated educational development may also participate in an honors curriculum. All teaching staff are spiritually, academically and professionally qualified, certified educators, with many possessing a master’s degree or higher.

FBCA features small class sizes, uniforms, a hot lunch program, before and after school programs, enrichment classes, clubs and strong community service involvement. Outside of the classroom, students hold multiple state championships in athletics and fine arts.

The school has produced a number of National Merit Scholars, and 100% of graduates enroll in college or enlist in the military, with most students attending their first-choice university. Alumni serve in various career fields, and many obtain postgraduate degrees in law, medicine, engineering and more.

For more information about FBCA, email or call the Admissions Office today.

 

Holy Cross Kids Preschool

18 months – 4 years old

5653 West River Park Drive
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 633-2000
holycrosskids.org
facebook.com/Holy-Cross-Kids-Preschool-171006089724869

Holy Cross Kids Preschool opened in 2004 with a goal of serving families in the Sugar Land/Fort Bend community. As a ministry of Holy Cross Church in Sugar Land, Holy Cross Kids Preschool provides a nurturing Christian environment where children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually.

Students at Holy Cross Kids Preschool thrive with low student/teacher class ratios in an exploratory yet structured environment. Teachers introduce students to age appropriate math, science and literacy concepts while taking advantage of teachable moments that naturally pop up during the day. Students attend weekly chapel classes and explore the Bible through storytelling, music, dance and games.

Holy Cross Kids Preschool teaches students to be the hands and feet of Jesus as they serve their community through the Holy Cross Kids Care Campaign. This helps emphasize loving, caring and sharing behaviors both in and out of the classroom. Through this effort, they have supported charitable opportunities through the Lunches of Love, Fort Bend Rainbow Room, East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, Helping Hands, Operation Christmas Child, and more.

Holy Cross Kids Preschool enrolls children aged 18 months through 4 years old, as of September 1st of the current school year. They offer a two, three or four-day program from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. based on each child’s age and availability. Current year registration is accepted throughout the school year if space is available. Open Registration for Fall 2019 begins at 8 a.m. on Monday, March 4.

Call us today to schedule a tour!

 

Holy Rosary Catholic School

3 years old – 8th grade

1426 George Street
Rosenberg, TX 77471
(281) 342-5813
holyrosary-school.org
facebook.com/Holy-Rosary-Catholic-School-342299185862954/

Holy Rosary Catholic School is conveniently located between Highway 90 and Highway 59 near historic downtown Rosenberg. Serving students from Pre-K 3 years through 8th grade, HRCS is dedicated to the spiritual, academic, physical and emotional growth of all students.

HRCS focuses on the individual with expectations set high for all. We believe that parents and school should be partners in the learning and spiritual experiences. Small class sizes award students with many possibilities, from individualized academic attention to inclusion in team sports, regardless of previous experience. Although HRCS is small, it offers a variety of extracurricular activities including theater arts, chess club, Lego club, sports and much more.

As our graduates move on to public or parochial high schools, their years invested at HRCS become the springboard for their success. At HRCS, not only do students grow in knowledge, but also in love and respect for God, themselves and the world around them. Our weekly children’s Mass (prepared and led by the students) and daily religion classes immerse students in Faith. These lessons follow them out of the classroom and are reinforced in all aspects of students’ campus lives, forming a moral compass which will guide them in later years.

We invite you to come and see what Holy Rosary Catholic School has to offer your child. For more information, call our office today!

 

Living Water Christian School & Preschool

6 weeks old – 12th grade

4808 Airport Ave.
Rosenberg, TX 77471
(281) 238-8946
livingwaterschool.org
facebook.com/livingwatercs

Living Water Christian School is a Christian school located in the Richmond/Rosenberg area that was established in 1984. LWCS provides an environment where children and youth, from 6-weeks-old to grade 12, can freely choose to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. LWCS supplies a quality academic education and instills Christian character in students.

LWCS has a rich history of excellence in athletics. Students in grades 5 – 12 partake in weekly competition and carefully selected weekend tournaments. Athletics at LWCS strike a balance between remaining competitive and giving each student a chance to demonstrate their athletic talent. LWCS Athletics include volleyball, flag football, basketball, track, cheerleading, soccer and tennis. LWCS also offers an abundance of extra-curricular activities, such as Student Council, yearbook club, garden club and National Junior Honor Society.

The primary goal of LWCS is to promote excellence in life by training students in the knowledge and ways of God. LWCS cultivates the discipline of study and a love of learning in students that will motivate them to become responsible, self-governed individuals who seek knowledge and wisdom as they mature. The curriculum is challenging and invites curiosity and creativity, while enforcing discipline, promoting critical thinking and encouraging individual responsibility.

Each student is unique and valuable to LWCS and it is a privilege to assist parents in the grown and development of their children. Visit the website today to learn more!




 

Marine Military Academy

Boys 7th – 12th grade

320 Iwo Jima Blvd.
Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-6006
mma-tx.org
facebook.com/MarineMilitaryAcademy

Marine Military Academy has been helping boys realize their full potential since 1965. MMA offers both solutions and opportunities. The purpose at MMA is to inspire positive academic, physical and moral growth. To achieve this, MMA provides a disciplined, distraction-free setting that allows cadets to focus on their educational and personal development. Throughout this journey, cadets learn to take ownership of their lives and develop the tools they need to succeed; not only in college, but in life. The proven educational model at MMA helps boys earn higher grades, develop exceptional character and maturity, and plan their short and long-term goals for the future. Our students consist of 7th grade through 12th grade, with an optional post-graduate year. MMA also offers a four week summer camp program for boys, ages 11 – 18.

MMA is a family made up of staff, teachers, drill instructors, coaches, parents and mentors, all working to provide an environment that ensures academic success and helps young men mature and to have fun.

MMA is a choice for young men from all over the country and the world. MMA does not discriminate based on race, religion or national origin.

For more information, visit our website or give us a call today!

 

St. Francis de Sales Catholic School

3 years old – 8th grade

8100 Roos Road
Houston, TX 77036
(713) 774-4447
sfdsschool.org
facebook.com/SfdSCatholicSchool

The mission of St. Francis de Sales School is to educate each student in a spirit of faith and academic excellence according to Roman Catholic principles. As part of a caring, disciplined community, our school, in partnership with parents, nurtures and challenges each student to develop to his or her fullest potential.

At St. Francis de Sales Catholic School, we acknowledge that parents are the first and foremost educators of their children, and are charged with the challenging task of creating a family atmosphere animated with love and reverence for God and all people. We recognize, too, that the family is the first school of those social virtues which every society needs (Christian Education Vatican II). We are privileged to assist parents in the task of educating their children.

Central to the educational mission of St. Francis de Sales School are the teachings of Jesus Christ. At St. Francis de Sales Catholic School, we are dedicated to helping students live the Gospel. We recognize the importance and uniqueness of each student and are committed to helping each student recognize this in themselves and each other.

The aim and desired result is to graduate students who are well-versed in the Catholic faith, Christian in their attitude and outlook, and academically prepared to continue their education.

Schedule a tour with us today!

 

St. Laurence Catholic School

4 years old – 8th grade

2630 Austin Parkway
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 980-0500
stlaurenceschool.org
facebook.com/stlaurencecs

St. Laurence Catholic School (SLCS) serves students in PreK-8th grade and is conveniently located in the heart of Sugar Land. Twice recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of excellence, SLCS provides a well-rounded education based on strong academics, development of social skills and a commitment to community service. Meeting the needs of the whole child is a top priority and students are provided opportunities to excel in the fine arts, sports, Spanish, STREAM education and enrichment with resources available to meet the needs of diverse learners.

SLCS is part of a long history of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Founded as a parish school in 1992, SLCS has grown to be one the largest PreK-8th-grade schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

Religion is embedded throughout the curriculum with a focus on the basic principles of the Catholic faith. Students are taught to be moral Christians and to serve others by focusing on character and spiritual development. They are encouraged to be lifelong learners in a challenging academic atmosphere that places an emphasis on leadership and analytical skills.

SLCS students are involved in National Junior/Elementary Honor Society, Duke TIP, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, and the Leo Service Club. If you are seeking a well-rounded education with a proven track record, we invite you to come to take a tour and learn more about what SLCS has to offer.

 

True Knight Academy

Individuals with disabilities; kindergarten – 23-years-old

1730 Williams Trace Blvd. Suite H
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 978-6056
trueknight.org
facebook.com/TrueKnightHSA

True Knight Academy, founded in 2013, provides “A Special Education For Your Special Kids.” The TKA mission statement is to provide students with disabilities an individualized program in a Christian atmosphere. TKA serves students from a Kindergarten functioning level to 23-years-old, with the primary goal of bringing each child to their fullest potential.

Children and youth with a wide range of disabilities will thrive at TKA, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Processing Disorders, Kinesthetic learners, ADD/ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities, Down’s Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Communication Disorder, Development Delays and students who need a small classroom.

Students at TKA are provided individualized programs and sensory-based activities to meet their specific needs. With the TK Sensory Program, rhythm and time are used to help students build their cognitive ability by focusing on colors, shapes, sizes, numbers, letters and spatial relationships. To promote student physical fitness, TKA offers INPP, an exercise program based on underdeveloped primitive reflexes. A Balamatrics program promotes spatial reasoning and brain-processing efficiency through sensory integration activities that require individuals to balance precisely.

TKA also offers camps, an after-school program, tutoring and exciting field trips. Students of all races, colors, and national or ethnic origins are welcome. Call to schedule a tour today!

 

Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy

3 years old – 8th grade

23300 Bellaire Blvd.
Richmond, TX 77406
(281) 341-9910
westlakeprep.org
facebook.com/wlprep

Westlake Academy is a private Christian school where your child is more than just a number. We believe that each student is a special, unique and beloved child of God.

Each of our teachers sees their vocation as a true calling, not just a job. They know that every child is a gift from God and that He has entrusted them to provide a faith-based education that promotes spiritual growth and academic excellence. Our teachers integrate the intangibles of faith, morals, ethics and service in the classroom as each student pursues a solid academic foundation that prepares them for today, tomorrow and eternity.

The Lutheran Education Association of Houston (LEAH) has a long history of exemplary education in the Houston area with Lutheran High North and Lutheran South Academy. Westlake Academy continues that rich tradition by bringing top quality teachers and academic programs to the Katy/Richmond area.

Westlake Preparatory Academy is a fully accredited college preparatory school that serves over 220 students from Pre-K 3 – grade 8 in the Katy, Richmond and Fort Bend areas. Westlake continues to grow, adding a grade a year until it reaches 12th grade. Westlake also offers vigorous extracurricular activities, such as volleyball, soccer, and basketball.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments you may have about Westlake Academy. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

After School Programs

 

Adventure Kids Playcare

6 weeks – 12 years old

22762 Westheimer Parkway
Building D, Suite #455
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 769-2398
adventurekidsplaycare.com
facebook.com/AKPSugarLand

Adventure Kids Playcare is for children who adore playtime and mingling with other kids, and for hard-working parents who regularly get stuck at the office until late at night. At Adventure Kids, safety and fun are top priorities! Caregivers are highly trained and keep the play areas hygienic and properly supervised at all times.

Adventure Kids follows a written schedule brimming with engaging activities and games including a massive playscape, Legos, a play kitchen, costumes and theme nights! Activities are also frequently switched out to keep kids entertained and on their toes.

Adventure Kids also offers summer, winter and spring break camps. There are both full-day and half-day options. Visit the website to learn more about Adventure Kids Playcare!

 

Carson’s Art School

6 years old – adults

5131 South Fry Road Suite 600
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 507-3039
carsonsartschool.com
facebook.com/CarsonsArtSchool

Carson’s Art School develops the individual talents within each student, stressing drawing and fundamental skills to free up an artist’s true creativity. CAS’s one-on-one style of teaching allows students to learn at their own pace, draw the subject matter they like, and use a medium they prefer. Shawn Carson has over 35 years of experience teaching art to all ages and different skill levels and can help anyone reach a higher level of artistic ability.

Students range from age 6 to Adult. Regardless of prior experience and skill level, CAS has a program for you. Classes are available during the day, after school, at night and on Saturdays. CAS also offers popular camps during summer, Christmas and spring break. This year, CAS is starting a unique art program called “Drawn to His Presence.” This program is for the artistic Christian who wants to use their talents to Praise the Lord, and to reach out and touch others that need Him. This can become a personal outreach ministry or simply inspire individuals to build a closer creative relationship with the Lord.

CAS is excited to start a new chapter in its story with a brand-new location on South Fry Road, just off Mason Road. It is beautiful spot that CAS can’t wait to share with the local community.

Sign up for classes in person, over the phone, or online!

 

Katy Art School

5 years old – adults

24210 Westheimer Parkway
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 665-3272
katyartschool.com
facebook.com/katyartschool

Students who are serious about art and strive to reach new creative heights will thrive at Katy Art School. With the objective to “foster an atmosphere where the unique talents and perspectives of individual students can develop and flourish,” Katy Art School introduces students to a variety of styles and mediums of art.

This ambitious school provides young artists with a challenging curriculum and a student-centered environment to help them grow artistically, and ultimately to encourage in them self-confidence and knowledge about the world and themselves alike. The Katy Art School curriculum spirals through the principles and elements of art design, taking the Art TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills) into account to ensure that each activity is age-appropriate for children. Students advance at their own pace throughout the Art Studio program.

Young artists at Katy Art School are introduced to art history and learn about how art has progressed over time.

 

Parisi Speed School

Junior high students – adults

14690 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 497-7570
parisischool.com/locations/memorial-ac/

Kids will excel both physically and mentally at the Parisi Speed School. Parisi, established in 1992, has a reputation speaks for itself; with rigorous training methods and specially trained performance coaches, Parisi has produced over 190 NFL draft picks! Parisi aims to provide both children, teens and adults alike with a positive training experience.

Parisi has the primary objectives of improving speed of movement and strength in moral integrity. Parisi students will see clear results in performance and self-confidence in the Parisi programs. Trainers work with individuals in a semi-private group format to teach proper form and technique of athletic movement. Athletes will learn how to run faster, jump higher, be more agile and coordinated, and build strength,

Call today to receive a free introductory class!

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As the President and Publisher of Katy and Fort Bend Christian Magazines, Joe Menslage is committed to covering social and political news from a Christian worldview. He founded Katy Christian Magazine in 2005, which swept the greater Houston and Katy areas like a storm. That’s when Joe realized the urgent need for publications willing to give voices to the voiceless, without political correctness or censorship. Joe Menslage founded sister-publication Fort Bend Christian Magazine in 2014. Prior to creating Katy Christian Magazine, Joe Menslage led a colorful life. He was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, spent a great deal of his childhood in Colorado, and lived in a couple of other states before he moved to Houston in 1981. Joe was God-gifted with an entrepreneurial mind, and self-started other business ventures before he found his calling. In Joe’s words, our innate talents are given by the Lord, and are meant to be used to serve the Lord. Aside from being a President and Publisher, Joe Menslage is also the co-founder of Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce, where Christians can network, build business connections, listen to passionate speakers, and enjoy monthly breakfasts and lunches. Joe Menslage also hosts a weekly political satire YouTube channel. Joe Menslage has four children. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, watching zombie movies and K dramas, ax-throwing and Krav Maga.