Destiny Calling Academy is a private faith-based academy in Wilmington DE. DCA serves grades K-12 and specializes in providing programming for unique scholars and parents searching for holistic learning grounded in social emotional learning (SEL) and behavior practices.
We have a team of highly equipped professionals that are committed to the positive growth and development of your child, our scholar.
Learn more about us by visiting our website and scheduling a tour.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked DE School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Yearly Tuition: $7,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Destiny Calling Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
10-month and scholarships available
Admissions Director
Vicki Barham
School Notes
- Destiny Calling Academy (DCA) is a private school in
Wilmington that serves grades K-12. Our vision is to prepare
hearts, minds and lives for a great destiny. DCA is founded
on principles that support holistic learning and provides scholars
with a personalized learning experience differentiated for
their unique gifts. We are committed to social-emotional learning
and positive behavior modification with a strong focus on
academics. Our lead teachers hold Masters Degrees qualifying them
to provide an evidence-based classroom environment that promotes
inquiry.
To support our scholars development, we have the following professionals apart of our educational staff:
Counseling Specialist with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling who is a Doctoral Candidate,
Behavior Specialist (Masters in Human Behavior, Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis & Doctoral Candidate) - Education Specialist (Doctorate of Education)
- Academic Support Coordinator (Masters in Education),
Nutrition Specialist (Masters in Nutrition, Masters in Public Health Administration)
We are excited to become apart of your child's development and academic journey.
Schedule a tour to visit our school today!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Destiny Calling Academy cost?
Destiny Calling Academy's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.
What is Destiny Calling Academy's ranking?
Destiny Calling Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Destiny Calling Academy?
The application deadline for Destiny Calling Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
My son LOVES going to school everyday now! He takes responsibility for his homework and is learning to demonstrate better self control both at school and at home. I am so pleased with his progress and thankful for the dedicated staff who diligently work to help my son achieve both academically and socially. This school promotes a since of family that encourages students to do there best and support each other. I also feel like family ! They keep me informed and take any steps need to help there scholars "master their day". Thank you Destiny Calling academy!
5 5/2/2018
I am so excited to hear that Destiny Driven Learning Center would be opening there private school this coming school year. My daughter who is a 8th grader started attending Destiny Driven Learning Center in September 2017 . When she first began she was reading on a 5th grade level and struggling with math, During the course of her tutoring she has progress tremendously her grades have "Sawed" The teachers are amazing!!they give her that one on one time every Saturday and Sunday.The Chancellor is so welcoming and caring. My daughter loves this place. She will be starting her first year of High School at DCA this coming August 2018. we are so excited!!Thanks again to the Chancellor,teacher's and Admin D for taking out the time to instill into her that education is the key factor to having an successful life!!!! Thanks YouMs. Crawford
5 3/19/2018
I am extremely excited to hear that Destiny Calling Academy is opening up their school. I had the pleasure of meeting the teachers at Destiny Driven Ministries' amazing free tutoring program called, Destiny Driven Learning Center (DDLC). The teachers there are amazing! And when they told me they were opening up DCA, I was beyond happy. The Sr. Pastor, who will be the Chancellor is so personable, warm and caring, along with the Principal, Assistant Principal, and AdminD. Their free tutoring program is on Saturdays and Sundays, and my son loves it!. The setting is small (which I love), but they are always doing something huge for the kids! They have it set up like a school. They feed the children, and also give them snacks. They spend one-on-one time with the children when needed. My son was not liking school at all. I kept getting emails and calls from his teacher that he seemed distant and not wanting to participate, etc. I placed my son in the DDLC tutoring program and he has done a 360 turnaround. Amazing! I can't thank the Chancellor and the teachers enough.
5 3/19/2018
My daughter has been attending Destiny Driven Learning Center since September of 2017 and I am amazed at her progress. She is currently in Kindergarten but reading on a 2nd grade level. When her tutor informed me they would be opening a private school I was beyond excited. It is refreshing to find an academic institution that have faculty who's sole purpose is to educate and care for your kids. The interactions with her soon to be teacher was amazing. I love the curriculum and focus they have on developing the child as whole beyond the academics. My daughter cannot wait until the this school year is over so she can start her new school DCA!
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