Tuition Rates and Policy for 2020-2021
K-12
Application = $75.00 – per student
Enrollment = $150.00 – per student
Re-enrollment = $75.00 – per student ($150 fee per student after May 1st)
Information About the Variable Tuition Program
Western remains committed to providing a path to a quality Christian education to all families no matter their economic situation. What you might not know is the actual cost of tuition is supplemented by our generous donors. So in a real sense, everyone who enrolls at Western receives a discounted tuition, however, we realize that even our discounted tuition costs are greater than many can afford. Therefore Western has established Variable Tuition for qualifying families.
Variable Tuition is a need-based tuition assistance program that provides a range of tuition options, as indicated in the table below. The tuition number is recommended by FACTS Aid program, a third-party financial assessment company, which will make a tuition recommendation based on the financial information supplied in the application. The Variable Tuition rate is applied prior to any special grants or other discounts for which a family may qualify. Like any aid program, Variable Tuition discounts are not unlimited. Those who apply and qualify first will have the best opportunity to be awarded.
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Grades |
Variable Tuition Range |
Actual Cost of Tuition without donor support |
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K |
$3,680 – $4,600* |
$5,700 |
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1-5 |
$4,720 – $5,900* |
$7,000 |
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6-8 |
$5,920 – $7,500* |
$9,500 |
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9-12 |
$7,360 – $9,200* |
$12,000 |
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*Multiple Full-Paying Students from the same home receive a 10% discount for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th child.
Click here to apply for Variable Tuition FAQs on Variable Tuition LINK
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Additional Required Fees: |
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Elementary (k-5) |
Middle School (6-8) |
High School (9-12) |
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Instructional Materials |
$75 |
$125 |
$225 |
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Yearbook |
$30 |
$30 |
$50 |
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Technology Fee |
$50 |
$125 |
$150 |
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Mini-Terms |
– |
– |
*$250 |
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Class Dues |
$20 |
$20 |
$40 |
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TOTAL FEES: |
$175.00 |
$300.00 |
$715.00 |
*The senior trip cost is approximately $700, the senior trip is voluntary.
Additional Optional Services and Extra-Curricular Fees:
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Bus Transportation Fee: |
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Two-way / Monthly Fee |
One-way / Monthly Fee |
10 Month One-Time-Fee Two-Way One-Way |
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1st Student |
$80 |
$50 |
$710 |
$410 |
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2nd Student |
$55.00 |
$30.00 |
$500 |
$250 |
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3rd & 4th Students from the same family are Free |
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Pioneer Afterschool Academy Fees (K-5th grade) |
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$3.00 per half an hour of care, beginning at 3:30 pm, exception, students waiting for the bus to leave. |
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Extra-Curricular Fees: |
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These fees are not included in tuition due to the voluntary nature of the activity. These are per-activity fees (i.e. there is a separate fee for the fall and spring drama) |
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Sports Fees (per sport): |
H.S. $175 |
M.S. $110 |
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Spring Choir Tour |
H.S. $325 |
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Drama Fee |
$130 |
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Preschool Tuition
- Registration Fees: Application = $50.00 | Enrollment = $100.00
- 8:00 am – 11:30 am (drop off begins at 7:50 am)
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DAYS |
Annual Payment |
10 Month Payments Sept-June |
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5 Days a Week |
$3,900 |
$390 |
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3 Days a Week |
$2,475 |
$248 |
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2 Days a Week |
$1,750 |
$175 |
FAQs
How does the registration work?
Current families get first priority to register after which open registration is open to all – first come first served.
Are the teachers licensed?
We have one head teacher who is licensed and assistant teachers as needed.
Are you licensed with the state?
Yes, our preschool has been licensed.
If I have a child in preschool, do they have priority when moving to Western Elementary?
Yes, all current families in preschool are first in line for our kindergarten program.
Is there a curriculum for preschool?
Yes, our head teacher organizes and directs the learning activities for the 3 and 4-year-old class. Our curriculum is rich in social development, nursery rhymes, Bible stories, alphabet and number sense, pre-reading focus, and plenty of discovery play and activity time.
Do you have to be a professing Christian to be a part of the preschool?
No, we do not require a faith commitment, all are welcome to register. However, we are a Christian community and promote a Christian worldview. Please see our school’s statement of faith and mission statement on our website. www.westernchristianschool.org
What are age limits and birthday cut-off times?
Our preschool has two classes a 3 and a 4-year-old class. Our school begins the first week of September, your 3 or 4-year-old must be at that age on the first day of school.
Do you require a child to be potty-trained?
Yes, all preschool children must be potty-trained prior to starting school. This means they can take care of their clothing, on and off, clean themselves, and wash their hands on their own.
How does “Check-In / Check-Out” work?
Parents must sign-in their child each day and check-out their child if they leave early. Afternoon pick-up will take place at 11:30 each day. If you need to pick-up your child early, you will need to check him/her out at the preschool front desk.
If I have a concern or question who do I talk to?
The first person you would go to is the Head Teacher. She runs the program and is the best to answer your questions about preschool stuff. If it is about the greater school, you should contact the Principal, Mr. Stefan, he would be happy to answer your questions or hear your concerns.
Is there a supply list for preschool?
No, your tuition costs cover all the supplies needed for preschool, including snacks. Lunch is an additional fee you would purchase through our lunch program.
How does the two or three days a week work?
- Mon/Wed/Fri consists of our “3 days a week program.”
- Tue/Thur consist of our “2 days a week program.”