Our History
In the fall of 1977, seventeen students and two teachers met together in the facilities of Beacon Baptist Church in the inaugural year of Raleigh Christian Academy.
Bearing a great concern over the teachings and influence of the public schools system, Pastor Emeritus Randy Cox and the members of the church sought God’s mind and blessing over this venture. Knowing that this was the will of God, the academy was born. After such a humble beginning, God has indeed blessed the school during the last three decades. The pastor chose Richard and Gwen Tippett to come and help start the school. With both teaching and Dr. Tippett doubling as the academy principal, the school began simply with combination classes of Kindergarten four and five year olds and first and second graders.
Each year, another grade was added, as well as a teacher for that grade. Adding growth slowly and deliberately was by design so that the church could adjust to classroom and faculty needs in a gradual manner. In 1987, under the leadership of Dr. Tippett, Raleigh Christian Academy produced its very first graduating class with eleven seniors receiving diplomas from a Christian high school. Since then, hundreds of students have graduated from Raleigh Christian Academy.
Our Philosophy
For four decades, Raleigh Christian Academy has provided spiritual training, godly discipline and quality Christian education for thousands of families in Raleigh and Wake County. It is our desire to help parents produce students who are equipped to follow the will of God for their lives.
Biblical principles are incorporated into every subject. Experienced and fully qualified teachers maintain high academic standards. Students are given opportunities to participate in award-winning and nationally recognized music programs at RCA. A competitive athletic program is available for middle school and senior high school students.
Children at Raleigh Christian Academy receive a wholesome, well-rounded education designed to help them build strong character, to develop physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Raleigh Christian Academy currently serves students in preschool through grade 12. Using a traditional approach to education, RCA’s students have excelled in a structured, academic environment. Scoring 1 to 3 years ahead of their public school peers, Raleigh Christian Academy students thrive in a program that is college-preparatory, yet geared for the average student.
Make a difference in your children’s lives. Give them a distinctively different Christian education available at Raleigh Christian Academy.
Raleigh Christian Academy
Address: 2110 Trawick Rd.,
Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone: 919-872-2215
Email: info@raleighchristian.com
Raleigh Christian Academy is a ministry of Beacon Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC.
Accreditation
North Carolina Christian School association
American Association of Christian Schools
Cognia
North American Christian School Accrediting Agency
National Council for Private School Accreditation
Raleigh Christian Academy has a racially nondiscriminatory policy. That is, we do not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, or ethnic origin.