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
Monday, December 1
December 1, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Middle Division Student Council is hosting their annual Christmas Goodie Bag fundraiser. You can purchase a goodie bag for anyone on campus! To do so, complete and return the attached order form by this Friday, December 5th. Order forms can be turned in to Mrs. Sander or to the school office. Payments can be made either with cash attached to your order form or by FACTS. Please select your choice on the form. The bags will be delivered on Monday, December 15th.
When: December 1 - 5, 2025.
Point of Contact: Mrs. Sander
December 1, 2025 | 5:30 PM
What: PTFW In-Person Meeting
Who: PTFW members and friends
Where: Media Center
Point of Contact: Amanda Perez-Pippin
Tuesday, December 2
December 2, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Middle Division Student Council is hosting their annual Christmas Goodie Bag fundraiser. You can purchase a goodie bag for anyone on campus! To do so, complete and return the attached order form by this Friday, December 5th. Order forms can be turned in to Mrs. Sander or to the school office. Payments can be made either with cash attached to your order form or by FACTS. Please select your choice on the form. The bags will be delivered on Monday, December 15th.
When: December 1 - 5, 2025.
Point of Contact: Mrs. Sander
December 2, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM | New Jerusalem Christian Academy
December 2, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Cristo Rey Tampa High School
December 2, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Shorecrest Prep
Wednesday, December 3
December 3, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Middle Division Student Council is hosting their annual Christmas Goodie Bag fundraiser. You can purchase a goodie bag for anyone on campus! To do so, complete and return the attached order form by this Friday, December 5th. Order forms can be turned in to Mrs. Sander or to the school office. Payments can be made either with cash attached to your order form or by FACTS. Please select your choice on the form. The bags will be delivered on Monday, December 15th.
When: December 1 - 5, 2025.
Point of Contact: Mrs. Sander
Thursday, December 4
December 4, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Middle Division Student Council is hosting their annual Christmas Goodie Bag fundraiser. You can purchase a goodie bag for anyone on campus! To do so, complete and return the attached order form by this Friday, December 5th. Order forms can be turned in to Mrs. Sander or to the school office. Payments can be made either with cash attached to your order form or by FACTS. Please select your choice on the form. The bags will be delivered on Monday, December 15th.
When: December 1 - 5, 2025.
Point of Contact: Mrs. Sander
December 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | St Petersburg Catholic High
December 4, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | St Petersburg Catholic High
Friday, December 5
December 5, 2025
Who: Senior students
What: Monthly breakfast. Details sent to parents.
Where: Media Center
Point of Contact: Antoinette Kolbe
akolbe@bayshorechristianschool.org
December 5, 2025 | Skyway Sports Complex
December 5, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Middle Division Student Council is hosting their annual Christmas Goodie Bag fundraiser. You can purchase a goodie bag for anyone on campus! To do so, complete and return the attached order form by this Friday, December 5th. Order forms can be turned in to Mrs. Sander or to the school office. Payments can be made either with cash attached to your order form or by FACTS. Please select your choice on the form. The bags will be delivered on Monday, December 15th.
When: December 1 - 5, 2025.
Point of Contact: Mrs. Sander
December 5, 2025 | 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Who: K5–8th grade students and their dads (or father figures)
What: All Pro Dad Meeting and Breakfast. This is a special time set aside for dads and their students to enjoy a morning of fellowship, a short devotion, and a small breakfast snack together.
Where: Bayshore Christian School Cafeteria
December 5, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
December 5, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Tuesday, December 9
December 9, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Larry Sanders Sports Complex
December 9, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Weeki Wachee HS
Wednesday, December 10
December 10, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: All students (with parent permission)
What: A special shopping experience for students, organized by PTFW. Students can purchase holiday gifts for loved ones at low cost. Donations and volunteers are welcome!
Where: School Media Center
Point of Contact: PTFW
Thursday, December 11
December 11, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: All students (with parent permission)
What: A special shopping experience for students, organized by PTFW. Students can purchase holiday gifts for loved ones at low cost. Donations and volunteers are welcome!
Where: School Media Center
Point of Contact: PTFW
December 11, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Cambridge Christian
December 11, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Cambridge Christian
Friday, December 12
December 12, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: All students (with parent permission)
What: A special shopping experience for students, organized by PTFW. Students can purchase holiday gifts for loved ones at low cost. Donations and volunteers are welcome!
Where: School Media Center
Point of Contact: PTFW
December 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: Preschool students and their families
What: Christmas performance by preschoolers sharing the message of Christ's birth.
Where: School Sanctuary
Point of Contact: Individual Homeroom Teachers
December 12, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Larry Sanders Sports Complex
December 12, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Indian Rocks Christian
December 12, 2025 | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Northeast High School
There is no admission charge for this game. Fans are asked to bring a toy or a gift card to donate.
Saturday, December 13
December 13, 2025 | Indian Rocks Christian
Times on Dec 12th will be: (Bold team wears home jerseys)
3:30pm VG: Osceola vs. Academy at the Lakes
5:00pm VG: Bayshore Christian vs. IRCS
6:30pm VB: JW Mitchell vs. Foundation Christian Academy
8:00pm VB: Academy at the Lakes vs. IRCS
Times on Dec 13th will be:
9:00am: Girls 3rd Place
10:30am: Girls Championship
12:00pm: Boys 3rd Place
1:30pm: Boys Championship
Monday, December 15
December 15, 2025
Who: K2–K5 and 5th–8th grade students
What: Students dress as elves and spend time with their buddies. May bring a uniform to change into.
Point of Contact: Individual Homeroom Teachers
December 15, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Varsity Soccer is hosting their annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Purchase your dozen to support our players and team!
When: December 15 - 19, 2025
Point of Contact: Justin Chapman, Varsity Soccer Coach
December 15, 2025 | 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
December 15, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Larry Sanders Sports Complex
December 15, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Foundation Christian (Valrico)
December 15, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM | Foundation Christian (Valrico)
Tuesday, December 16
December 16, 2025
When: Tuesday–Friday, December 16–19, 2025
Point of Contact: Antoinette Kolbe
akolbe@bayshorechristianschool.org
*Early Release for Upper Division Student's Daily at 12pm
December 16, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Varsity Soccer is hosting their annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Purchase your dozen to support our players and team!
When: December 15 - 19, 2025
Point of Contact: Justin Chapman, Varsity Soccer Coach
December 16, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All K5–12th grade students and families
What: Students in K5–12th grade will perform in our annual Christmas Concert. Lower Division and performing arts elective students will showcase their musical growth. Performance attire and event details will be sent by teachers.
Where: School Gymnasium
Point of Contact: Blake Conley
bconley@bayshorechristianschool.org
Wednesday, December 17
December 17, 2025
When: Tuesday–Friday, December 16–19, 2025
Point of Contact: Antoinette Kolbe
akolbe@bayshorechristianschool.org
*Early Release for Upper Division Students Daily at 12pm
December 17, 2025
Who: Bayshore Christian School 1st grade students
What: A class field trip to ZooTampa
Where: ZooTampa
Point of Contact: Annette Sullivan
asullivan@basyhorechristianschool.org
December 17, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Varsity Soccer is hosting their annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Purchase your dozen to support our players and team!
When: December 15 - 19, 2025
Point of Contact: Justin Chapman, Varsity Soccer Coach
December 17, 2025 | 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM | Bayshore Christian School
Thursday, December 18
December 18, 2025
When: Tuesday–Friday, December 16–19, 2025
Point of Contact: Antoinette Kolbe
akolbe@bayshorechristianschool.org
*Early Release for Upper Division Students Daily at 12pm
December 18, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Varsity Soccer is hosting their annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Purchase your dozen to support our players and team!
When: December 15 - 19, 2025
Point of Contact: Justin Chapman, Varsity Soccer Coach
Friday, December 19
December 19, 2025
Who: All students
What: Early dismissal for all students. No aftercare available.
Upper Division: 10:00 AM
Preschool Division: 11:45 AM
Lower Division: 12:00 PM
Middle Division: 12:15 PM
December 19, 2025
When: Tuesday–Friday, December 16–19, 2025
Point of Contact: Antoinette Kolbe
akolbe@bayshorechristianschool.org
*Early Release for Upper Division Students Daily at 12pm
December 19, 2025
Who: All BCS Students and Families
What: Our Varsity Soccer is hosting their annual Krispy Kreme Fundraiser! Purchase your dozen to support our players and team!
When: December 15 - 19, 2025
Point of Contact: Justin Chapman, Varsity Soccer Coach
December 19, 2025 | 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Due to the half-day schedule, no After School Care is provided.