Why NCA

We educate the whole child

Cultivating faith and character. Educating the mind. Inspiring the heart. Preparing for a bright future.

We offer Fine Arts and STEAM classes to all grades, Pre-K-8th!

Our S.T.E.A.M. program focuses on weekly engineering classes for every grade. Strong math advancement opportunities, hands-on science classes, computer/technology training, art classes, and robotics prepare your student for the future.
Our fine arts program offers three levels of band, orchestra, and choir; arts, drama, and Spanish classes; and a high-level Middle School Musical performance.
Middle school athletics prepares our athletes for high school sports through boys' and girls' basketball, cross-country, soccer, track & field, and girls' volleyball.
Christian character and leadership skills build a strong foundation, preparing our students to navigate life and glorify God in all their pursuits.

LEARNING TODAY, LEADING TOMORROW

NCA graduates honor God through dedicated missional work and community service
NCA graduates advance in academics, fine arts, and S.T.E.A.M.
NCA graduates continue to excel in sports, music, robotics, drama, speech, and leadership opportunities throughout their educational careers

Foundation of Faith

Daily Bible classes
Weekly Chapel for preschool-8th grade
Curriculum filtered through a biblical worldview
Prayer woven in and out of the classroom
Opportunities for student-led worship and Bible studies

FINE ARTS & WORLD LANGUAGE

Music: Bands, orchestras, choirs, and weekly music classes
Performances: concerts, middle school musical, grade-specific special events
Public Speaking: speech meets, leading pledges, presentations
Art: Hands-on exploration of art mediums, techniques, and expression.
Drama: Lions Club Enrichment classes and middle school electives
World Languages: Weekly Spanish instruction in upper elementary; Spanish & ASL offered as electives in middle school

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Standardized MAP testing three times a year
Thrive tutoring support available
Advanced math options starting in third grade
Accelerated math and honors courses offered

S.T.E.A.M

Strong math program with early advancement opportunities
Engineering classes for K-5th grades weekly
Hands-on science classes
Technology training: web-page design, coding, Google Suite, Microsoft office, 3-D printing & Virtual Reality
Classroom technology tools: interactive white boards, school-owned student devices

SAFETY & SECURITY

Homeland Security Certified School
Security cameras, doors, gates, sign in system-School Gate Guardian System
National background checks on all staff and volunteers
Safety and Security Advisory Board: School, police, fire and SWOT reps
WatchDOG Parent Volunteers walking the campus
Rapid Responder Emergency system with Police Department
Emergency supplies and equipment for 1,000 for 4 days
Disaster drills practiced monthly
Health services led by an RN
All staff certified in CPR, AED and first aid training
33 acre secluded campus surrounded by greenbelts
Bully prevention and conflict resolution training

STUDENTS TEST 1-2 YEARS ABOVE GRADE LEVEL

The MAP test is one of several tools that NCA uses to evaluate student performance. We are careful not to measure students on the basis of one test alone. As part of a balanced assessment program, students take the MAP test to help us:

Find out where each student is performing in Reading, Language Usage, and Math
Identify a child’s academic strengths
Identify areas where a child may need to improve, and set goals
Keep track of student progress and growth in basic skills over the school year and are able to adjust teaching strategies to meet the student needs
Enhance our parent-teacher partnership in the education process