Education creates opportunities for children, but not all schools are created equal. For some, public school education gives them plenty of opportunity. Others find that faith-based schools, with smaller class sizes and faith-integrated instruction, give them a better chance at success. These schools offer a level of structure, community and hope that children may not find elsewhere. Here’s how private faith-based education can help students become the best version of themselves.
Emphasis on Character
Students who attend faith-based schools have a built-in foundation for morals and ethics. In the case of Christian schools, that foundation is the Bible. Students share values with their teachers and one another based on Biblical principles. This allows them to develop a strong sense for character while they learn about the world around them. When students have questions about the rules, there will always be a strong reference for teachers to cite.
Community Atmosphere
Children at faith-based schools attend classes with like minded students, teachers and staff. Smaller class sizes give students the opportunity to know each other and their teachers on a personal level. Extracurricular activities tend to be more focused in private schools, where clubs, teams and other organizations have fewer students than those in public schools. Community is a priority at these schools, and the sense of community is strong because of a shared set of core beliefs.
Stable Environment
Private education allows for more individualized attention, which creates a stable learning environment for children. This makes learning easier, especially when children have questions about the material. Each child has the opportunity to ask questions, which encourages deeper learning. Adding in an element of faith creates even more stability for some. With faith as a guide, students can make difficult decisions about their personal lives based on what they learned in school.
Exploration of Faith
In public schools, education and faith are kept largely separate. Faith-based schools allow children to dive deeper into their religions. Christian schools integrate Bible lessons into everyday classes. This gives students the opportunity to understand their faith better and see each subject from various perspectives. This extends outside the classroom. Christian school students feel valued because each one is treated as a unique child of God.
Children who attend faith-based schools learn about the world and their faith at the same time, which helps them prosper in life. At our Tampa private school, students thrive creatively, academically and spiritually in a project-based learning environment. Faculty and families work together to inspire leadership through Christian innovation. Contact us today to learn more.
