Admissions at First Christian Academy

F.C.A. Admission Timeline & Application Process

At First Christian Academy (FCA), our admissions process is designed to be clear, intentional, and personal. We are honored to partner with families who desire a Christ-centered education for their children.

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Jump to: Mid-Year Enrollment · Kindergarten 2027–28 · Aftercare

Tour

Begin your FCA journey by scheduling a group or private tour. During your visit you will explore campus and facilities, meet leadership and staff, ask questions about programs and culture, and learn about scholarship opportunities. We encourage every family to experience FCA firsthand before applying.

Apply

After your tour, submit an application with required documentation:

  • Pastoral Reference Letter (Preferred)
  • School Reference from Administrator or School Recommendation from Teacher (Required)
  • Most recent report card
  • Most recent standardized test scores
  • Grade placement testing (if required)
  • Any applicable IEP, 504 Plan, or diagnostic testing

Complete the online application, review and submit, and pay the application fee. Once documents are processed, the Director will review and approve admissions. Families are notified within 10 business days of approval (continue to Step 3) or denial.

Limited-time offer: Application fee waived and only a $100 deposit (applied to the $200 enrollment fee) for families who enroll by November 15, 2026.

Family Interview & Admission Decision

After initial acceptance, families schedule a mandatory interview. Expectations and agreements are reviewed. Within 5 business days you may receive: Final Acceptance; Wait Pool (valid for 2026–2027 until December 1, 2026); Deferred; or Denied.

Enrollment & Financial Completion

After final acceptance, complete enrollment and financial setup. Typical documents include birth certificate, Florida immunization records, and other school-required forms.

Mid-year enrollment · Seats open K–8

It’s Not Too Late to Make a Change

If you’ve been wondering whether a Christ-centered school is right for your child, there’s still time this school year. FCA has seats open in every grade, K–8.

  • Step Up For Students scholarships are available for the rest of the 2026–27 year when families apply to Step Up by November 15, 2026.
  • Application fee waived — just a $100 deposit toward the $200 enrollment fee.
  • Teachers who know every child by name, weekly chapel, and 9 hands-on electives (FFA for grades 6–8).

Limited time and space — offer ends November 15, 2026.

Call (850) 520-4604 Email info@fcadefuniak.com

It's Not Too Late to Make a Change - First Christian Academy mid-year enrollment Kindergarten 2027–28

Reserve Your Child’s Kindergarten Seat

Is your 4-year-old turning 5 by September 1, 2027? We’d love to meet your family. Kindergarten at FCA is limited to only 20 seats.

  • Kindergarten Preview Night: Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
  • Early Bird deadline: December 17.
  • Application is free! $100 deposit on the $200 enrollment fee reserves your seat.
  • Teachers who know every child by name and weekly chapel.

Schedule a tour by phone at (850) 520-4604 or email info@fcadefuniak.com.

Step Up For Students 2027–28

FCA accepts Step Up For Students scholarships. Dates are expected, based on last year:

  • Applications open about February 1, 2027.
  • Renewals through April 30, 2027.
  • New students through November 15, 2027.

How to apply: create an account at stepupforstudents.org, use the EMA portal, and select First Christian Academy.

Kindergarten 2027-28 at First Christian Academy Coming Summer 2027FCA Summer Program! Details coming soon. Aftercare

Aftercare at FCA

A safe, caring place to stay after school.

  • Aftercare: $13 per day, 2:30–5:30 PM.
  • Extended Day: $25 per day, 11:00 AM–5:30 PM (for early-release days).
  • Billed monthly and payable through PaySimple.

Aftercare Director: Amanda Henderson, ahenderson@fcadefuniak.com
Aftercare phone (2:30–5:30 PM): (850) 357-6466

FCA Aftercare: $13 per day 2:30 to 5:30 PM; Extended Day $25 per day 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Our Commitment

First Christian Academy is committed to equipping generations to use their God-given abilities as Champions for Christ. We are a Christ-centered school that seeks to develop students academically, spiritually, and socially.

Campus safety: Every FCA teacher and staff member wears a silent CENTEGIX CrisisAlert badge, so one push alerts administrators and emergency responders to exactly where help is needed. Learn how we keep our campus safe.

FCA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or ethnic background in any of its programs or activities.

Become a Crusader Today!

Become a Crusader today and join a community committed to faith, excellence, and purpose-driven education. At FCA, students are challenged academically, strengthened spiritually, and equipped to lead with confidence in Christ.

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