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The Eastern Christian School Difference
Learn about our faith-filled community that prepares students to be people of Christian vision and influence.
As a parent, you often think about your child’s future.
You wonder who will influence them during the hours you aren’t there.
You hope they’ll find friends who lift them up instead of pulling them down.
You pray they’ll discover their strengths, not shrink back from them.
And in a world that constantly tugs at your child’s attention and identity, you want your child to grow in a place that helps them stand firm in Christ while still preparing them for everything that comes next.
That’s why the school you choose matters so deeply. What your child experiences in school largely influences their worldview and helps lay the foundation for the direction they’ll take in life.
Yes, you’re looking for strong academics. But you’re also looking for alignment — people who will invest in your child’s growth and reinforce the values you teach at home.That’s the heart behind Eastern Christian School: nurturing students through intentional teaching, meaningful relationships, and experiences that help them become people of Christian vision and influence. Explore the EC Difference and see how our educational approach creates an environment where students thrive.
Discover the EC Difference
Nurturing the Spirit
You’ve always known that your child’s spiritual foundation matters more than anything else. It anchors their choices now and in the future, and guides the way they see the world. But with the demands of life, daily activities, and a fast-moving culture, it can be hard to find a place where those deeper truths are nurtured with intention.
At Eastern Christian School, we understand that faith formation isn’t something you leave to chance. You want your child surrounded by people who help them grow in a relationship with God that’s personal and lasting.
Our role is to come alongside your family: to create an environment where your child can engage deeply in their faith and build a worldview rooted in Scripture.
The Christ-Centered Journey at EC
A Foundation Built on Daily Rhythms
In the early years, faith begins in simple, meaningful moments: morning devotions, worship through song, and prayer woven naturally into the school day. Preschool and elementary students join in age-appropriate chapels and experience a foundation of biblical truth taught consistently. These rhythms help their young hearts recognize God’s presence and begin forming a relationship with Him that’s personal.
As students enter middle school, the questions grow deeper. Our teachers create intentional spaces where they can wonder and discover more about Jesus. Weekly chapels, small-group discussions, and mentorship from teachers help them connect scripture to real-life issues. In addition, service projects and leadership opportunities give them a chance to put their faith in action, learning that following Christ gives them purpose.
A Sense of Calling That Guides Their Direction
By high school, students are ready to explore how their faith shapes the adults they are becoming. Student-organized chapels, Bible studies, and traditions, including See You at the Pole, help students grow spiritually, while local missions and mentoring younger students encourage them to discover their passions and lead with influence. This is where teens begin to see how God might use their gifts in the world beyond the classroom.
It has been such a blessing in my life to be at Eastern Christian School. Having Christian friends has challenged me to grow closer to God. My worldview now has been centered around God, and God alone, helping the decisions that I make and how I treat others. EC has assisted me in thinking about things biblically in my everyday life.
- Sadie, EC Alumna
Engaging the Mind
When you imagine your child’s future, you picture them stepping into adulthood prepared. You envision them being able to reason well and make sound decisions. You know that preparation starts now, with an academic foundation that challenges them yet provides the right kind of support. At Eastern Christian School, we engage the mind through biblical worldview instruction and rigorous coursework, so your child is prepared not just for college but for the life God is calling them into.
Intentional, Whole-Child Learning
- Teaching that builds discipline and healthy study habits
- Early foundations in literacy, math, and inquiry-based learning
- Instruction that connects faith and knowledge in meaningful ways
Robust Academic Pathways
- Advanced Placement course options
- Dual-credit course options (taught by EC teachers who are adjunct professors through Seton Hall)
- Specialized tracks such as the Honors Academy
- Curriculum designed to deepen understanding and expand critical thinking
Personalized Support & Challenge
- Accelerated program for advanced learners
- Targeted academic support for students who need it
- Teachers who adapt instruction to fit each learner’s pace and strengths
Preparation for Life Beyond Graduation
- Academic & college counseling beginning in eighth grade as students start preparing for high school
- Real-world experiences through WINGS (Work/Internship) program and hands-on learning
- Guidance that helps students connect their gifts to future opportunities
Academics by the Numbers
30
College credits available through EC’s dual-credit and advanced academic pathways.
51%
Of the EC faculty hold advanced degrees, bringing deeper subject-matter expertise into the classroom.
95%
Of EC graduates pursue higher education. Additionally, 100% of our seniors successfully graduate, ready to take their next steps.
Equipping With Opportunities
Your child learns just as much outside the classroom as they do inside it. The teams they join. The stages they step onto. The people they serve. All these moments lead them into the kind of young adult they’re becoming. At EC, our opportunities help students develop confidence and practice influence in ways that prepare them for life beyond graduation.
Athletics
Sports fuel teamwork, perseverance, and passion.
EC offers basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, track & field, cross-country, tennis, softball, golf, and bowling. Coaches encourage athletes to compete with integrity, support teammates with humility, and view every victory and challenge through the lens of honoring God.
Arts
Creativity has room to flourish here.
Students explore visual art, ceramics, digital photography, graphic design, as well as band, orchestra, theater, and choir. Each artistic experience invites them to celebrate beauty, communicate truth, and use their gifts in ways that point back to the One who designed them.
Spiritual Life
Community nurtures faith in every way.
Spiritual formation at EC is cultivated through our diverse programs and our caring community. Students are surrounded by teachers who model Christlike character, mentors who speak truth with compassion, coaches who connect faith to everyday life, and peers who encourage one another to grow.
Service & Leadership
Influence grows from following Christ first.
Student government, peer mentoring, mission opportunities, and community service initiatives teach students that leadership begins with humility and service mirrors the heart of Jesus. They learn to use their gifts to uplift others, care for their community, and serve in ways that reflect Christ’s example./colu
Exploring the Stories
Every family has a story, and every student experiences EC in a way that’s uniquely their own. These real voices from our community offer a glimpse into what growing and belonging look like at Eastern Christian School.
Throughout my EC experience, both my theological understanding and personal relationship with God have grown immensely. Whether through conversations with teachers and peers, Bible classes, or chapel, I have encountered God’s love in countless ways and deepened my understanding of Him.
- Caleb
- Grade 12
Caleb
Grade 12
How would you describe your overall experience at Eastern Christian?
My experience at EC has been truly wonderful. I’m grateful for the incredible teachers who have invested in me both personally and academically.
In what ways have you grown in your faith as a result of your experience at Eastern Christian School?
Throughout my EC experience, both my theological understanding and personal relationship with God have grown immensely. Whether through conversations with teachers and peers, Bible classes, or chapel, I have encountered God’s love in countless ways and deepened my understanding of Him.
What are EC’s top strengths as a school?
Eastern Christian has integrated faith into every aspect of the institution, providing countless opportunities for students to encounter Jesus personally.
How do you feel that EC prepared you for graduation, college/career and life? What legacy do you hope you left at EC?
EC academics have taught me discipline and pushed me to work harder in all areas of life—academically, spiritually, and athletically. It has also instilled values that guide how I live.
How did EC make you a better person? What legacy do you hope you left at EC?
EC’s faculty has shown me what it truly means to live out Christ’s teachings. I hope that I have left a lasting impact on the community.
What would you say to a prospective student considering joining Eastern Christian School?
EC is a great place to explore your passions—whether in robotics, music, golf, or countless other areas. It offers endless opportunities to discover what you love within a nurturing and supportive community of faculty and students.
My experience at EC is something that I wouldn't trade for any other school. I came from a public school where I struggled so much with social anxiety due to bullying. I transferred to EC in 9th grade and coming in, I was terrified, but the amazing community quickly helped me open up. I am thankful for the opportunity that EC gave me to help me grow socially, spiritually, and mentally through the family-like community.
- Valerie
- Grade 12
Valerie
Grade 12
How would you describe your overall experience at Eastern Christian?
My experience at EC is something that I wouldn’t trade for any other school. I came from a public school where I struggled so much with social anxiety due to bullying. I transferred to EC in 9th grade and coming in, I was terrified, but the amazing community quickly helped me open up. I am thankful for the opportunity that EC gave me to help me grow socially, spiritually, and mentally through the family-like community.
In what ways have you grown in your faith as a result of your experience at Eastern Christian School?
My faith has grown as a result of my experience at EC because the community and values has helped me become comfortable with building up my relationship with God. Unlike a secular school, EC promotes an environment that does not tolerate or give leeway to influences of the worldly values, which is something I believe helps every student in the school in a way.
What’s an opportunity at EC that fueled a passion to learn and grow in?
Culinary arts was a class that I took last semester that grew my love for cooking and baking. We learned a lot about the basics of cooking, and growing up helping my mom cook, I already had a skill for it but it was able to grow into a passion through this class.
How do you feel that EC prepared you for graduation, college/career and life? What legacy do you hope you left at EC?
The opportunity of taking classes like Chem Honors, Anatomy, and Stats has helped prepare me to be confident going into college for premed. I also feel like learning about career choices early in high school and even finding internship opportunities through volunteering (while complete my FIA hours) has helped me navigate what I want to do in the future for my career.
How did EC make you a better person? What legacy do you hope you left at EC?
EC made me a better person because I believe that being in an environment that promotes Godly values in many things including sports, clubs and education, will slowly change you into a better person than you would’ve been if you were in an environment that did otherwise. I hope that I left the legacy of kindness and resilience in sports, specifically track.
What would you say to a prospective student considering joining Eastern Christian School?
I would say to definitely give it a try. I did not know what to completely expect when joining the school and I was nervous, but quickly realized when I came that EC has many of the things I looked for in a school. The community is very family like, which I believe brings us all together as one body in Christ.
Take the Next Step With Eastern Christian School
Your child deserves an education that supports them in all ways — mind, heart, and spirit. If you’re seeking a top private Christian school that offers a biblical worldview, academic excellence, and opportunities for growth, we’d love to connect with you.