About Us
Bayshore Christian School is an accredited, independent, non-denominational Christian School in South Tampa, Florida near Bayshore Blvd.
At Bayshore, we serve students from 2 years old through 12th grade from all over the Tampa Bay area, and have been doing so since 1971. Our campus on South MacDill Avenue is conveniently located just off the Selmon Expressway.
But here’s what you really want to know…
When we surveyed our families recently, there were 3 things that they loved most about coming to Bayshore Christian School (BCS):
1. Christian Values
2. Small Class Sizes
3. Academic Excellence
Values and a Christian Education
Many of our students attend BCS because their parents recognize the impact of a Christian education. They seek out reinforcement of the values they’re taught at home and church—a worldview that matches their life in Christ surrounded by teachers and staff that support their faith.
As a Christian school in Tampa, FL, Those values are supported in study and in service opportunities and reflected in what we teach in every class.
Students thrive in an environment that reinforces their beliefs.
Small Class Sizes
Every teacher knows every student's name.
And more importantly, every teacher CARES about every student in their classroom.
That’s just as important for our high school students as it is for our 2 year olds.
Even the research arm of the US Department of Education admits that small class sizes work, but this isn’t something you find in many schools in Tampa, FL. Here are some highlights from their research that we also find to be true for BCS:
- Students who are assigned to smaller classes in the early grades do better in every way that can be measured: they score higher on tests, receive better grades, and exhibit improved attendance.
- Smaller classes enhance the development of “non-cognitive” skills not captured by tests, like persistence, motivation and self-esteem, which are also linked to success in school and in life.
- Students who experience smaller class sizes have significantly lower drop-out rates, higher grades, and receive better results on their college entrance exams.
- The only objective factor that correlated with higher test scores was class size, and the gains in the upper grades associated with smaller classes surpassed the gains from smaller classes in the lower grades
Academic Excellence
Of course, Bayshore Christian School is an accredited school with rigorous academic standards. Our faculty and staff stay current with educational practices while staying true to our mission – and the results are an outstanding record of academic achievement!
We are accredited through the following organizations:
• Florida Council of Independent Schools
• AdvancED through Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
That achievement includes our graduates being accepted in some of the best colleges and universities in the country. During our most recent College Signing Day, our students were accepted to schools like the University of South Florida, University of Tampa, William and Mary, and more.
While our college preparatory program and dual enrollment are extremely important to many of our families, it’s not the only reason we strive for academic excellence at BCS.
Successful students of any age simply FEEL better when they DO better.
Students that have struggled at public schools or other private schools in South Tampa and do better at Bayshore Christian School benefit from that momentum for the rest of their lives. They carry this success with them into the future.
Happening This Month
Thursday, January 2
January 2, 2025
January 2, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 2, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Friday, January 3
January 3, 2025
January 3, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 3, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Monday, January 6
January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The 2024-2025 Varsity Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer clinic for kindergarten-5th grade students from January 6-10, 2025. Junior Cheerleaders will showcase their skills at half-time of the Alumni Basketball game on the night of Friday, January 10, 2025. Additional details are provided in the flyer below. Registrations (form and payment) must be submitted before noon on Friday, December 13, 2024. For questions, email Nicole Kemp. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
January 6, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
January 6, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Tuesday, January 7
January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025 | 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM
Parents are invited to the sanctuary for a time of prayer from 8:15 to 8:45 am.
January 7, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The 2024-2025 Varsity Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer clinic for kindergarten-5th grade students from January 6-10, 2025. Junior Cheerleaders will showcase their skills at half-time of the Alumni Basketball game on the night of Friday, January 10, 2025. Additional details are provided in the flyer below. Registrations (form and payment) must be submitted before noon on Friday, December 13, 2024. For questions, email Nicole Kemp. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
January 7, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Lakeside Christian
January 7, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 7, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Wednesday, January 8
January 8, 2025
January 8, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The 2024-2025 Varsity Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer clinic for kindergarten-5th grade students from January 6-10, 2025. Junior Cheerleaders will showcase their skills at half-time of the Alumni Basketball game on the night of Friday, January 10, 2025. Additional details are provided in the flyer below. Registrations (form and payment) must be submitted before noon on Friday, December 13, 2024. For questions, email Nicole Kemp. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
Thursday, January 9
January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The 2024-2025 Varsity Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer clinic for kindergarten-5th grade students from January 6-10, 2025. Junior Cheerleaders will showcase their skills at half-time of the Alumni Basketball game on the night of Friday, January 10, 2025. Additional details are provided in the flyer below. Registrations (form and payment) must be submitted before noon on Friday, December 13, 2024. For questions, email Nicole Kemp. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
January 9, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Riverview Academy of Math and Science
January 9, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 9, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Classical Academy of Sarasota
Friday, January 10
January 10, 2025
January 10, 2025
January 10, 2025 | 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
K5-8th Grade Students and their Dads
January 10, 2025 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
January 10, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The 2024-2025 Varsity Cheerleaders are hosting a cheer clinic for kindergarten-5th grade students from January 6-10, 2025. Junior Cheerleaders will showcase their skills at half-time of the Alumni Basketball game on the night of Friday, January 10, 2025. Additional details are provided in the flyer below. Registrations (form and payment) must be submitted before noon on Friday, December 13, 2024. For questions, email Nicole Kemp. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
January 10, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us Friday, January 10, for our Homecoming Tailgate hosted by Varsity Girls Basketball! We invite all Faith Warriors to enjoy a cookout on the Red Top (begins at 5 PM). Dinner options are as follows: $5 Hot Dog Dinner, $7 Hamburger Dinner, or $10 Hot Dog and Hamburger Dinner. Click HERE to RSVP and purchase your ticket. Stay for our Alumni Basketball Game with Varsity Cheer Clinic Halftime Performance, Homecoming Court, and Varsity Boys Basketball Game!
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January 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Monday, January 13
January 13, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 13, 2025 | 7:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Tuesday, January 14
January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Skyway Sports Complex
January 14, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Universal Academy
Wednesday, January 15
January 15, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
January 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Sligh Middle School
Thursday, January 16
January 16, 2025
January 16, 2025
January 16, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Brooks DeBartolo
Friday, January 17
January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
PTFW is forming an Auction Committee to support our Annual Spring Gala! The Silent Auction at our Spring Gala is one of the most important components of this fundraising event. The primary goals of the Auction Committee are: Gathering Donations of Goods and Services and Supporting Class Baskets.
To learn more about how you can get involved, we invite you to attend our interest meeting on Friday, January 17, at 9 AM via ZOOM. This will be a great opportunity to learn about the many ways you can help. If you're interested in joining the committee, please complete the Auction Committee Interest Form, so we can add your name to the list and send the ZOOM meeting information. If you are unable to join the ZOOM but would still like to join the committee, please complete the form, so we can share more information with you.
January 17, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Universal Academy
Saturday, January 18
January 18, 2025 | 10:00 AM
January 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Brooks DeBartolo
Monday, January 20
January 20, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Foundation Christian
January 20, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Tuesday, January 21
January 21, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Bell Shoals Baptist Academy
January 21, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Bell Shoals Baptist Academy
January 21, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Wednesday, January 22
January 22, 2025
Support our Upper Division Student Government! All students can participate in a dress down day for $5. Payments will be processed via FACTS billing.
Thursday, January 23
January 23, 2025
Join us for a PTFW Spirit Night at Greenlane! Visit Greenlane any time on January 23rd, and mention BCS (or input BCS online) when you order! Thank you for your support!
January 23, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Central Baptist Christian School
January 23, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 23, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 23, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
January 23, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Friday, January 24
January 24, 2025
January 24, 2025
January 24, 2025 | 11:24 AM - 1:30 PM
January 24, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
January 24, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Monday, January 27
January 27, 2025
January 27, 2025
January 27, 2025 | 5:30 PM
January 27, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Lakeside Christian
January 27, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Lakeside Christian
Tuesday, January 28
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025 | Seffner Christian
January 28, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Otis M. Andrews Sports Complex
January 28, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Otis M. Andrews Sports Complex
January 28, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Oasis Christian
January 28, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Thursday, January 30
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025 | Seffner Christian
January 30, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Central Baptist Christian School
January 30, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School