Providence Classical Christian School

Admissions

As a discipleship-oriented school, Providence seeks to partner with Christian parents. A student’s education flourishes when both parents and the school share the same goals for an education that places Christ and his Word at the center of all learning.

Admissions FAQ

 

Why an interview?

Providence regards the interview as a very important step in the admissions process. A conversation between the school and family is helpful in assessing whether the student has a good opportunity to experience success. It also offer an opportunity for the administrators to share more about the school, while offering parents an opportunity to ask any questions they may have about school philosophy, programs, or policies.  

 

What is a "Family" interview?

Providence is not just admitting a student when it enrolls a child; it is admitting a family.  Children reflect the character of their family, particularly that of their parents.  In maintaining the bond of peace through a spirit of unity Providence desires godly families committed to biblical standards of fellowship and discipline within the household among family members.  Families built upon, and sustained by, adherence to biblical standards of fellowship are best equipped to biblically interact among other believers in a school and classroom setting and the world at large in a consistently godly fashion.  The school seeks students who demonstrate a high level of respect for, and obedience toward, their parents and who indicate they are also capable of demonstrating diligence, patience, and perseverance in the classroom as well as a love for their neighbor (schoolmates) by godly self-control. Students are expected to participate in the interview by completing the assessment test, and answering grade-appropriate questions.   

 

What does the interview look like?

The admission interview takes place with both parents present (or one parent when the family is a single parent family). The family and administrator sit and discuss various standard questions such as:

  1. Why do you want to enroll your children at Providence Classical Christian School? 
  2. What role do parents play in the education of their children? 
  3. How important is the Word of God in your household? 
  4. What is your philosophy of discipline?

Apart from the assessment test, students will be asked questions such as:

  1. Do you want to attend Providence? Why? Why not?
  2. What kind of books do you like to read (or have read to you)?
  3. What are your most and least favorite subjects?
  4. Who is Jesus? Why is He important?
  5. Are you prepared to work hard to honor you father, mother, and the Lord by your diligence?
  6. How does God want you to behave toward your parents? Your teachers?

What does the assessment test consist of?

The assessment test involves age-appropriate reading, writing, and mathematics exercises.

 

Reading:

Students will be given a passage from an age-appropriate book to read.  Kindergarten and first grade students will be asked to identify letters and sounds of the alphabet and read appropriate words or stories, if capable.

 

Writing:

Students will be required to write about their favorite character or event in history or literature.  Very young students will be asked to demonstrate their penmanship, letter and number formation, and name writing skills on paper.

 

Mathematics:

This part of the assessment test involves the students solving problems appropriate to their level of ability.  These problems involve simple number recognition, addition and subtraction for very young children.  For students in second through twelfth grade, math problems are chosen from the text of the grade prior to the one in which they are enrolling.

 

How long does an interview normally take?

A standard interview normally takes about an hour to an hour and a half. One of the purposes of the family interview is to allow parents to ask any questions they have, so the length depends on this level of interaction.

 

What happens after the family interview?

After the interview and assessment test process is completed the interview team will review the application materials and respond back to the family within a week (generally within a few days). 

 

What do we do once accepted?

Upon your approval for admission to Providence you will be required to complete and submit a registration form with the registration fee, securing your child's placement.  

 

You will then receive all pertinent information from the school such as the school calendar, uniform policy, student emergency form, and school supplies list.  You will also receive regular e-mail updates informing you of any new or changing information regarding school preparations for the new school year.  You should also regularly log on to the Providence website at www.pccs.org for more general information helpful to keep you informed about school events and goings-on.

 

Can we reapply if we are denied?

Certainly. However, it is advisable for families to assess their readiness and the school's goodness of fit for them before doing so.

 

Can we appeal a decision denying our admission?

Yes. You simply need to write a letter of appeal to the Providence School Board providing your name, child's name, date of interview, grade applying for, and an explanation of your position in detail.  The board will then review your appeal and contact you with their decision.

 

 

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