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    Red Lion Christian Academy

    A Christ-Centered Campus

    Red Lion offers a refreshing biblical alternative to support and reinforce the Christian values you teach at home.

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    Focused on the Future

    "Preparing spiritually and academically in order to be used by God to impact their world for Jesus Christ."  - Sam Osbourn, Principal

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    Red Lion Sports DIAA Member

    Education is always taking place, and school activities outside the classroom are every bit as impactful in the lives of students as the instruction they receive in the classroom.

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    Whether at chapel, in the classrooms, on sports fields, or at special events, students are engaged and participating.  Come and experience the vitality of school life at Red Lion!

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  • Discover RLCA
    Red Lion Christian Academy

    A Christ-Centered Campus

    Red Lion offers a refreshing biblical alternative to support and reinforce the Christian values you teach at home.

    Start Here

    • Welcome
    • Staff
    • Mission & Philosophy
    • History
    • Statement of Faith
    • Core Values
    • ACSI Accreditation
    • Employment at RLCA
    • Alumni
  • Admissions

    Family-Friendly School

    Red Lion provides a welcoming school environment for both new and returning students.

    APPLY NOW

    • Visit Red Lion
    • Apply Online
    • Admissions Process
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Financial Partnership
    • Continuous Enrollment
    • New Family Information
    • International Students
  • Academics

    Focused on the Future

    "Preparing spiritually and academically in order to be used by God to impact their world for Jesus Christ."  - Sam Osbourn, Principal

    VISIT US

    • Red Lion Christian Academy Daycare
    • Preschool
    • Elementary (K-5)
    • Upper School (6-12)
    • Journey Christian Academy at Red Lion
    • Academic Resource Center
    • Dual Enrollment
    • Honors and AP
    • College Placement
    • School Profile
    • RLCA at Glasgow
  • Athletics

    Red Lion Sports DIAA Member

    Education is always taking place, and school activities outside the classroom are every bit as impactful in the lives of students as the instruction they receive in the classroom.

    Schedules

    • Athletics
    • Red Lion Sports
    • Lower School
  • Student Life

    Engaged and Participating

    Whether at chapel, in the classrooms, on sports fields, or at special events, students are engaged and participating.  Come and experience the vitality of school life at Red Lion!

    Apply

    • Back to School Packet
    • Camp Firefly
    • Bible Memory
    • After School Activities
    • Theatre Arts
    • Music Lessons
    • Chapel
    • Student Government
    • National Honor Society
    • Tri-M Music Honor Society
    • Service Projects
    • Special Events
    • Lunch Program
    • Field Trips
  • Support Us


     

    Support Us

    Our goal is to help each person connect gifts—time, talent, and treasure—with their passions by giving for the glory of God.

    VolunteerGive

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The Schools at a Glance

The following chart is a short comparison of our schools. This chart is not exhaustive, but we hope it is helpful to parents seeking to find the best educational fit for their children.

Founded 1980 2001 2016
Methodology Contemporary Homeschool Special Needs
Accreditation ACSI and MSACS N/A N/A
Preschool Yes Yes No
Grades PK3-12 PK3-12 K-12
Music Praise and Worship Praise and Hymns Classical and Hymns; variety
Events Prom, Homecoming Prom, Homecoming Night to Shine Homecoming
Uniform Yes
Several choices
casual look
No Yes
Flexible choices
Chapel  Students and staff gather for praise and worship each day Students and staff gather for praise and worship as part of the required curriculum. Morning devotions
Languages    Spanish: Grades 3-12 with Spanish I, II, III, and IV offered in high school Spanish: Grades 2-5, 9-12
Latin: Grades 6-8
French: Grades 9-12
Sign Language: Grades 6-12
None
College Credits and Dual Enrollment   AP classes
Dual Enrollment with Wilmington University
Students can participate in the diploma program with Red Lion and take AP classes High School Diploma or
Certificate
Culture Informal, encouraging, and Christ-centered Relaxed, encouraging, and Christ-centered Relaxed, encouraging, and Christ-centered
Community Class unity fostered through games and competitions Family gatherings fostered by homeschool community Family-centered gatherings and a “learning team” spirit
Churches Over 100 represented Over 40 represented Over 5
Average SAT 1590 N/A N/A
Total Students 475 240 15
Tracks    Yes
Students can choose from College Prep, Honors, AP, and elective classes each year.
Yes
Parents and students design their own curriculum as part of the homeschool model.
No
Individualized instruction according to student’s needs/
Diploma or certificate tracks in high school
Technology Intentionally included to assist in the learning process. Used as needed Adaptive technology as needed

Red Lion Christian Academy

Founded in 1980, RLCA provides a Christ-centered, contemporary education for students in grades PK3-12. Instruction is divided into departments by specialty areas to focus learning on individual categories and interests of the students. 

Journey Christian Academy

Founded in 2016, JCA provides a Christ-centered, individualized education for students in grades K-12. Instruction is personalized to meet diverse learning and developmental needs that are not easily met in a typical classroom setting.  

Glasgow Christian Academy

Founded in 2001, GCA, provides a Christ-centered, homeschool education for students in grades PK3 -12. Instruction is offered one or two days per week for parents seeking to be the primary educators of their children. 

 

 

    • Red Lion Christian Academy
      1390 Red Lion Road
      Bear, Delaware 19701

      (302) 834-2526
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