Bethel Christian Academy vs. Arendell Parrott Academy

Bethel Christian Academy was founded in 1970 as a ministry to Christian families in the area.

BCA offers instruction from Pre-K through 12th grade.  Our school is a ministry of Bethel FWB Church of Kingston, NC that provides an excellent college preparatory education for approximately 350 students.

BCA builds on the truth of Biblical Salvation and values.

BCA is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools and is accredited by the North Carolina Christian School Association and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

The elementary school is comprised of PreK-6th grades. BCA welcomes families who understand our conservative Biblical commitment and who are willing to cooperate with our whole program. Currently, students represent over 75 local churches from the surrounding areas.

BCA`s reputation for academic excellence in a Christian environment is evidenced by the numerous awards and scholarships won by graduating students.

Arendell Parrott Academy is an independent, coeducation, nonsectarian college preparatory day school enrolling 730+ students in grades TK - 12.

Arendell Parrott Academy is the largest independent school in eastern North Carolina serving students from a twelve county area that includes Lenoir, Pitt, Craven, Wayne, Onslow and surrounding counties.

An honor code and student code of conduct govern both the social and academic conduct of all students.

Admission is selective, based upon the applicant's testing results, achievement, scholastic record and character. The Academy admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin.