Admissions Requirements | Admissions Process | Open House Info | Ambassador Incentive Program

The Admissions Process

Northside Christian School is a wonderful place of learning. As you walk the halls on campus you will experience a spirit of friendliness, excitement and pride that we believe exemplifies the reality of who we are. It’s a family feel, wher acceptance, love, nurturing and guidance abound. Our enthusiastic and talented teachers set high standards for learning and reasonable expectations for each student.

We strive to present a wellness model for our students which encompass all the areas of their development – intellectual, emotional, social, physical and spiritual. With an award-winning Fine Arts Program students at an early age are given opportunities for self expression through making music and creating art. A strong competitive Athletic Program allows students to develop team building and leadership skills. Our curriculum, co-curriculum programs and Bible teaching combine to help each learner achieve his/her highest potential.

Admissions Requirements

Northside Christian School seeks to admit students whose parents desire a quality Christian education for their child.  The curriculum is planned to meet the needs of the average to above average student.  We accept students with a composite stanine score of 5 or higher (on the most recent achievement test) with no stanine lower than 4.  The school is not equipped to meet the needs of students with excessive learning difficulties nor those with extensive social problems.  All new students are considered on probation (academic/social) for the first quarter.  Before making application, please review your child’s academic records in light of the above criteria.  If you need clarification, please contact the admissions office.

Admissions Process

The enrollment process consists of completing the paperwork listed below and a personal interview with the appropriate principal.  Once approved, there will be a $250.00 Enrollment Fee (non-refundable) per student. For your application to be processed all medical forms (or copies) are needed when your application is received. 

Note:  Children entering kindergarten or first grade must be five (5) or six (6) years of age respectively, prior to September 1.

The following must be in the student’s file for the application to be reviewed by the appropriate principal:

• Admission Application & Fee ($100.00/per application/non-refundable)
• Medical Release Form – completely filled out and signed
• Photocopy of the student’s Birth certificate – legal certificate from the Bureau of Vital Statistics
• Copy of Social Security Card
• Florida Health Forms 680 (immunization certificate) and 3040 (physical exam) – may be obtained from the school the student is now attending or from your pediatricians office.  * Students entering kindergarten will need current immunizations on file with the admissions office one-month before the beginning of school.
• OUT OF STATE STUDENTS: All students entering the Florida school system for the FIRST time must fill out HRS Form 680 and HRS Form 3040 within one month of the enrollment.  (HRS Forms 680 & 3040 are available at any private physician’s office or health department.)
• TRANSFER/IN STATE: If your child has had a physical exam during the year previous to application at NCS, and if a completed physician’s exam for that physical can be provided, the HRS Form 680 will be the only form needed.  All students involved in school sports must have a current sports physical.
• School Recommendation Form – completed by a school administrator or teacher from your last school (grades 1-12)
• Copy of most current report card
• Copy of student’s latest achievement test scores showing stanines (grades 1-12)

Prospective Student Open House

Interested in attending Northside?

When school is in session, open house evenings are scheduled periodically throughout the year for prospective Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Classrooms are open and tours are given by administrators and teachers. During the summer, we invite you to schedule a personal tour of our lovely wooded campus. Please contact our Admissions Office by phone at 727-541-7593, ext. 251 or by email to admissions@nck12.com for more information.

Currently scheduled Open House dates are:

• Mar 18, 2010
• April 15, 2010

We know that in order to grow our student body, satisfied parents are our best marketing tool.  As a way to thank you for assisting us in bring new families to our school, we initiated the Ambassador Incentive Program. 

This program will provide $400 tuition credit for current families when a new family they recommend is accepted and attends NCS for the 2009-10 school year.  The new family will also receive five new uniform shirts as their gift from NCS.  In order to receive the tuition credit, please be sure to have the new family mention your family as their reference.  If you have any questions, please email our Admissions Office.