Yes. Homeschool students may participate in electives, athletics, and other student activities as space allows.
Yes. In Junior High, students move between classes and are taught by subject-specific instructors to help prepare them for high school.
Yes, children must be fully potty-trained prior to starting the Pre-K program.
Yes. The high school includes electives such as construction and woodshop, providing hands-on learning and practical skills for students exploring trades.
Yes. VCS is a school for Christian families, and all staff members are expected to affirm and live in alignment with the school’s mission and statement of faith. This shared commitment ensures that students are surrounded by mentors who consistently point them toward Christ.
Absolutely. VCS values lifelong learning and invests in its staff. Of the 50 educators at VCS, 19 hold advanced degrees, and many others have served for over a decade. Teachers are encouraged to pursue additional training, certifications, and continuing education. The school’s smaller class sizes and supportive community also give staff room to innovate, collaborate, and grow in both their profession and their faith.
Yes. Standardized testing is available annually for homeschool families who wish to track academic progress.
Yes. Transportation is available through limited bus routes. For safety reasons, route details are not posted publicly, but families can speak with admissions to learn more.
Through structured routines, guided play, and intentional character-building, students learn responsibility, respect, and cooperation within a loving classroom environment.
Valley Christian School uses a Variable Tuition model, making a Christ-centered education accessible to more families. The Tuition Estimator allows families to see how this may apply to them.
Kindergarten students participate in daily Bible lessons, prayer, and weekly chapel. Biblical values and Christ-like character are modeled and encouraged throughout the day.
Students participate in daily Bible lessons, prayer, and weekly chapel services. A biblical worldview is consistently applied across all subjects and classroom life.
Students participate in daily Bible classes, weekly chapel, and regular discipleship opportunities. A biblical worldview is integrated across all subject areas.
Bible stories, prayer, and spiritual conversations are part of our daily rhythm. Children also attend weekly chapel and learn simple truths about God’s love and creation.
Yes. Students have daily Bible instruction and attend weekly chapel. Biblical truth is integrated across subjects.
Yes, Valley Christian offers a full-day Kindergarten program, Monday through Thursday, from 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM.
Yes. Valley Christian offers a rigorous academic program that includes AP and dual credit opportunities to prepare students for college and beyond.
We offer both full-time and part-time options to meet your family’s needs. Full-day Pre-K runs Monday through Thursday, 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM, with flexible part-time options available.
Yes. Valley Christian School is fully accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Accreditation ensures that VCS meets rigorous academic and organizational standards while maintaining a Christ-centered approach to education. For staff, it means working in a professional environment that values excellence, accountability, and continual improvement.
Yes. VCS is accredited by both ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges).
Children must be 5 years old by August 31 of the school year to begin Kindergarten.
Children must be 4 years old by August 31 to enroll in the Pre-Kindergarten program.
Guidelines apply to both parents and students. Families must affirm the Statement of Faith, support biblical values, and partner with the school’s mission. Students must meet age and academic readiness requirements, be in good standing behaviorally, and commit to following VCS policies.
We use A Beka curriculum for phonics and math, and incorporate a Writer’s Workshop model to develop literacy skills. Bible integration is woven throughout all subjects.
We use a blend of play-based learning and structured academic readiness activities, incorporating A Beka materials for early literacy and math, alongside thematic units that support holistic growth.
Students may choose from electives such as music, art, drama, and computer-related courses, depending on availability each year.
Students enjoy weekly classes in art, music, physical education, library, and computer lab, in addition to their core academic subjects.
Elementary at VCS includes 1st through 6th grade.
VCS serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade, all on one unified, 24-acre campus.
The program is open to homeschool students in grades K–12.
Junior High includes 7th and 8th grade.
Grades 9 through 12 make up the high school program at Valley Christian School.
VCS offers a complete K-12 program, including day school options and support for homeschool students. Families benefit from knowing their children can remain in one Christ-centered environment throughout their school years, supported by dedicated teachers who understand their academic and spiritual growth at each stage.
VCS alumni are living out the mission of the school across the world. Graduates are more likely than peers from other schools to pursue vocations that reflect a sense of religious calling, remain active in church and charitable causes, and build strong, enduring families. Many alumni testify that the biblical foundation and mentorship they received at VCS continue to guide their personal, professional, and spiritual lives long after graduation.
The process includes an application, assessment, family interview, and final enrollment steps. A full outline of the steps can be found in the Admissions Process section above.
The average class at VCS has around 20 students. This allows teachers to provide individualized attention and helps create close-knit classroom environments where students are known, supported, and encouraged.
Valley Christian maintains small class sizes to ensure each student receives personal attention and support from their teacher.
VCS is a Christ-centered, family-oriented community where staff, parents, and students walk together in faith. Teachers and administrators regularly pray with students, chapels take place each week, and service opportunities like the all-school “Panther Project” emphasize living out the Gospel in practical ways. Alumni consistently share how the faithfulness and care of VCS staff shaped their lives long after graduation.
Every candidate begins by submitting the Initial Application Form through our website. From there, qualified applicants may be invited to provide additional materials, participate in interviews with leadership, and complete reference checks. Throughout the process, the goal is to ensure alignment with both the professional needs of the role and the spiritual mission of the school.
Class sizes are intentionally kept small to foster strong relationships between students and faculty and to support individual academic and spiritual growth.
Our mission is to provide a high standard of education built on a biblical worldview. VCS emphasizes small class sizes, personalized instruction, and strong partnerships with families and local churches. Students experience not only rigorous academics and extracurricular opportunities but also daily spiritual formation through chapels, Bible studies, and prayer across campus.
Students enjoy weekly classes in Art, Music, Physical Education, Library, and Computer Lab, giving them a well-rounded early learning experience.
Core classes include math, English, science, and history. Students also participate in Bible, physical education, and various electives.
VCS offers a traditional education model, not a classical one. Students receive strong academics taught from a biblical worldview, with daily Bible instruction integrated across subjects.
Valley Christian School is located in Spokane Valley, Washington, on a 24-acre campus with 12 buildings, six athletic fields, and a stadium. The school serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade, providing a continuous and safe environment for learning. This single campus setting creates consistency for students and teachers alike, fostering a strong community where long-term relationships can thrive.
Valley Christian School is a Christian school for Christian families. At least one parent/guardian must be a follower of Jesus Christ with a clear testimony of their salvation, and families are expected to regularly attend a Bible-believing church. VCS partners with parents and churches in the discipleship of students.
Yes. Our Kindergarten program is designed to build strong academic readiness while nurturing spiritual growth and social maturity, equipping children for success in 1st grade.
Yes. Our Pre-K program is specifically designed to prepare students for success in Kindergarten – academically, socially, and spiritually – within a Christ-centered framework.