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Firewheel Christian Academy

Located at 5500 Lavon Drive in Garland, Firewheel Christian Academy is an accredited private school serving Garland and the surrounding suburbs of Dallas. With an enrollment of students in attendance from diverse multi-cultural heritages, FCA has been committed to providing quality, affordable Christian education since 1981.

Vision Statement

Students from Firewheel Christian Academy will acquire wisdom, knowledge, and a biblical worldview as evidenced by a lifestyle of character, leadership, service, stewardship, and worship. (Matthew 22:37; Luke 2:52; Matthew 5:13-14; and Romans 21:1)

Mission Statement

FCA exists to nurture and develop the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, morally, physically, and artistically that they may mature into the men and women God has called them to be, sharing His message and love with their world.

What is FCA accelerated curriculum?

FCA uses accelerated Christian-based curriculum to teach students the foundational principles of core subjects, including:

What grades are FCA certified?

Our teachers at FCA are certified and highly qualified for grades K4 through 3rd grade. FCA teachers make creating a safe environment for your children to excel academically a priority.

What are the core subjects of FCA?

Through challenging curriculum and the efforts of our exceptional teachers, students gain a foundation that will enable them to grow in wisdom and stature to be successful individuals now and in the future. FCA uses accelerated Christian-based curriculum to teach students the foundational principles of core subjects, including: 1 Reading 2 Writing 3 Mathematics 4 Science 5 History 6 Critical thinking

What is the mission of FCA?

The mission of FCA is to provide children and their families with a safe, loving environment, maintaining quality leadership, utilizing developmentally appropriate material and activities, and interacting with the community.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

There is a registration fee as well. Members in good standing of First at Firewheel receive an additional 10% discount. Ordained Ministers receive a 20% discount for their students.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Dallas County, TX is $12,439 for elementary schools and $15,323 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country ).

What is FCA philosophy?

FCA’s philosophy of education centers around two very important aspects – Jesus Christ and our students. We believe that if you put Christ first in every endeavor from academics to the arts and physical athletics, students will excel. Our mission at FCA is to educate our students for lifelong success and to enrich their lives with Christian purpose.

Is Firewheel worth it?

My child has attended Firewheel since K4, and it has been absolutely worth it. His reading and math skills are above that of his public school peers. The teachers and administrators do an amazing job.... More

Was FCA a good school?

FCA was initially a great school, problems became obvious when the principal required a certain level of professionalism from teachers. It became apparent the leader had limited power in performing her... More

Is FCA good for kids?

FCA is GREAT! It's small enough that the kids get great individualized support yet big enough to have special classes such as art, music, PE and strings . There is no corporal punishment. Tuition is... More