Open Door Christian Schools

Does my family need to be a member of The Church of the Open Door to apply to ODCS?
No, in fact over 120 churches are represented in our student body. Families that apply to ODCS for grades K-12 must be active attendees of their church. A pastoral reference is part of the application process.

Is church attendance required to enroll my preschooler to your preschool program?
Although we encourage our preschool families to attend church, it is not required of families as our preschool program is open to the community. Families should understand that Biblical instruction is part of every preschool day.

Do you offer financial aid?
Yes! We are pleased to offer financial aid.

Are the academics at ODCS really better than public schools and other private schools?
Yes! Open Door Christian Schools (ODCS) results of the Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) are impressive. ODCS students continue to excel as compared to other students in Ohio in both public and private schools. Private schools include all other ACSI schools, Catholic, Lutheran and Christian schools, and non-religious private schools. We are proud of the quality education ODCS provides.

My child has special needs or an IEP/504/Service Plan; can ODCS help?
Maybe. It is our desire to help every student at ODCS reach their fullest God given potential. Our schools are currently designed to help a wide range of abilities. However, we are not equipped to instruct every child with special needs. Your application would need to include your child’s academic performance thus far and any assessments (IEP or 504) he or she may have. We would use this information, conversations with parents/guardians, and our own screenings/assessments to see if we can help your child.

Is ODCS an Autism Scholarship Program or Educational Choice Scholarship provider?
Yes, we are provider for both. Please contact Bronwyn Tucker, Director of Admissions, to see if you qualify at 440.326.2367.

My child is gifted; will your program challenge him or her?
Yes! By having small class sizes in every grade, we continually endeavor to challenge individual students in class with individual attention. In the elementary school we offer the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program. This supplemental program for grades 2-6 challenges students with interesting projects covering a multitude of topics. In our junior high school, we offer advanced tracks of mathematic courses. In our senior high school, we offer honors, advanced and Advanced Placement courses.

Does ODCS have any licenses, accreditations or charters?
Yes! ODCS is also chartered by the State of Ohio. (This is not the same as a “charter school,” which ODCS is not.) Our preschool program is licensed by the Ohio Department of Education. Preschool-12th grade, ODCS is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). This rigorous accreditation process is a high mark of distinction. Please visit acsi.org for more information.

Does the State of Ohio dictate your curriculum?
No. While ODCS incorporates and surpasses Ohio’s new content standards, our curriculum is not created, or dictated by the state. Our curriculum is based in a Christian worldview using the Bible along with excellent textbooks for instruction.

What are tuition rates for 2007-2008?
Tuition is based per grade. Several discounts are available including a multiple child discount. Please contact Bronwyn Tucker, Director of Admissions, for a tuition schedule at 440.326.2367.

Please see our 2006-2007 ODCS School Profile to learn more about ODCS.

Revised 9-04-07