Berean Christian Jr Academy

Berean Christian Jr Academy is a coeducational religious school located in Atlanta, Georgia, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of approximately 55 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.5, the school offers a small, community-focused environment. The school is affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist denomination and is part of the SDA Conference, emphasizing a faith-based education grounded in Christian principles. The school day lasts seven hours, with students attending five days a week, and the school calendar includes 180 days in the academic year. Berean Christian Jr Academy offers full-day kindergarten, designed for young children to engage in comprehensive learning experiences. Tuition for the 2021-2022 year is $9,648, which includes textbooks, technology, and instructional materials. The school does not currently participate in voucher programs. Families interested in applying should submit their application by June 30, 2021. The school has a library and employs a Special Education Coordinator who adapts the curriculum to support students with learning differences, using different methods to help children master essential skills. The school does not support homeschooling but provides a structured environment for traditional students. The school day begins at 7 a.m. and concludes at 2 p.m., with no mention of before- or after-school care options. Berean Christian Jr Academy emphasizes faith integration throughout its curriculum, including Bible instruction and chapel services, which are held regularly. The school’s approach to science incorporates faith perspectives, and teachers are expected to sign a faith commitment. Families are not required to attend church to enroll, but the school encourages a faith-based community. Uniform requirements are not specified, and non-Christian families are welcome, though the school’s religious character is central to its identity and curriculum.