Academics at Lansing Christian School
“Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in them.” – Psalm 111:2
As a parent, you desire more than academic success. You want a school that teaches timeless Biblical truths while nurturing and challenging your child to reach the full extent of their God-given abilities. At Lansing Christian School, students are known by name and formed for God’s purposes in a caring, Christ-centered community that cultivates wisdom, virtue, and excellence. With a rich curriculum and optimal class sizes, our academic program is designed to produce graduates who are:
Committed Followers of Christ
Well Prepared for College and Career
Grateful to God for the Blessings of Civil and Religious Liberty
Stewards of Our Shared Christian Heritage and Faith
Possessing a Positive, Purposeful Outlook on Life
Independent Thinkers
Cultural Influencers
An Environment for Flourishing
Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, with Christ-centered faith integration, our curriculum shapes both the mind and the heart. Optimal class sizes and dedicated faculty and staff ensure students are given every opportunity to discover and develop their God-given talents for His glory and the benefit of others. At LCS, we seek to graduate young men and women who understand their place in God’s world, think biblically and well, and are prepared to serve faithfully in their churches, communities, and vocations.
Our Academic Distinctives
Emphasis on Core Subjects
A strong foundation in the four core liberal arts disciplines of mathematics, science, English language arts, and history, along with the study Bible, music, art, physical education, and world languages.
Emphasis on Christian Beliefs and Values
Intentional biblical worldview integration across all disciplines, helping students see every subject through the lens of God’s truth.
Emphasis on Great Works and Original Source Documents
Engagement with the enduring ideas, texts, and leaders that have shaped Western Civilization, alongside careful study of Scripture as the ultimate authority.
Emphasis on Content Mastery
Students are expected to engage in rigorous intellectual exercise and development in order to know, understand, and articulate core knowledge with clarity and confidence.
Emphasis on English Language Mastery
Strong instruction in grammar, composition, and literature to cultivate articulate readers, writers, speakers, and thinkers.
Emphasis on Memory Work (especially Scripture)
The training of the mind through memorization of Scripture, poetry, historical documents, and foundational knowledge.
Use of Proven Teaching Methods
Time-tested, evidence-based instructional practices that develop disciplined study habits, logical reasoning, and joyful learning.
Use of Highly Competent Teachers
Faculty who are subject-matter experts, mature Christians, and mentors committed to shepherding both the intellect and character of their students.
