Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 vs. Weddington Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Thales Academy Waxhaw K-5 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
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Student Body
Weddington Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
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Advanced Degrees
Overview
Thales Academy is a K-12 college preparatory network of schools that cultivates virtuous, critical thinking, compassionate individuals. Thales Academy fosters high standards of accountability, academic achievement, and civic responsibility and seeks to deliver the highest quality education at the most affordable tuition rate. Students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond, consistently outranking nationwide peers on standardized tests and mastering skills that last a lifetime.
Thales Academy is committed to making an excellent education affordable for all families, with discounts, payment plans, and scholarships available. Tuition at Thales Academy Waxhaw is $5,300 annually.
Our Mission: Weddington Christian Academy provides an education of highest academic excellence and Christian spiritual development in a faith community that challenges the mind, prepares the heart, and nurtures the soul; encouraging students and families to represent Christ in action and service.
Grades Offered
K-7
PK-K
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Dyslexia, Mild Learning Differences, High Functioning Exceptional Children's Class
Year Founded
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2001
Students Body
Total Students
395 students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
13%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
11
Kindergarten Students
95
12
Grade 1 Students
73
-
Grade 2 Students
64
-
Grade 3 Students
52
-
Grade 4 Students
40
-
Grade 5 Students
25
15
Grade 6 Students
26
-
Grade 7 Students
20
-
Grade 8 Students
-
15
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
17 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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75%
Average Class Size
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15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:14
1:4
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
((Thales Academy students adhere to a simple dress code: Khaki or navy pants, shorts, or skorts paired with polo shirts of various colors. More info: https://www.thalesacademy.org/parents/uniforms))
((Thales Academy students adhere to a simple dress code: Khaki or navy pants, shorts, or skorts paired with polo shirts of various colors. More info: https://www.thalesacademy.org/parents/uniforms))
Casual
(Uniform required.)
(Uniform required.)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$5,300
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Tuition Notes
https://www.thalesacademy.org/admissions/tuition-information
Please visit our school website to see tuition rates for each grade.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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4
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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PE Favorites Clinic, Reading Club, Soccer Clinic