Learning That’s Engaging, Challenging, and Meaningful
At Oakland Christian School, learning is active, personal, and purposeful. From the earliest years of Kindergarten through high school graduation, students are known, supported, and encouraged to grow academically and personally.
Step into any classroom and you’ll see students asking questions, collaborating with classmates, and making meaningful connections to what they’re learning. Teachers intentionally create environments where students feel confident taking risks, thinking deeply, and discovering their strengths.
Kindergarten Programs
Young learners build strong foundations in early literacy, math, and social development through hands-on exploration, movement, creativity, and play-based learning. Classrooms are designed to spark curiosity and build confidence as children learn routines, practice independence, and develop positive peer relationships. Teachers nurture the whole child while supporting individual growth, helping students feel known, safe, and excited about learning in a joyful, supportive environment.
Elementary School
Elementary students strengthen core academic skills while learning to think more independently, ask thoughtful questions, and make connections across subjects. Lessons are engaging and interactive, encouraging collaboration, problem-solving, and responsibility. Small class sizes allow teachers to personalize instruction and support a wide range of learners as students build confidence, organization, and positive learning habits.
Middle School
Middle school students experience increasing academic challenge while continuing to receive strong relational support. Students deepen critical thinking skills, manage more complex assignments, and engage in meaningful discussion and collaborative learning. Teachers emphasize organization, accountability, and healthy study habits while partnering closely with families to support academic growth and personal development during this important season.
High School
High school students are challenged through coursework that prepares them for college and life beyond graduation. Students strengthen analytical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills while exploring leadership opportunities, service, and real-world application of learning. Teachers mentor students as they grow in responsibility, confidence, and self-advocacy, graduating prepared with strong academic readiness, character, and purpose.
Program Highlights
Oakland Christian School is committed to foundational instruction, training, and skill development in our students, and preparing them for success in future education and careers.
Some of our program highlights include:
- Biblical Integration throughout the curriculum through our Teaching for Transformation Program
- College Preparatory Academics: 16 Advanced Placement (AP) courses
- AP Capstone Diploma Program
- College Dual-Enrollment and Oakland Technical Early College Program (OTEC) availability
- Integrated Technology: At OCS, we leverage technology to enhance learning and prepare students for the digital world. As a Chromebook school, every student receives a school-issued Chromebook, which is integrated into the curriculum at developmentally appropriate levels.
- S.T.E.M. classes for middle and high school students in dedicated learning spaces
- Spanish Immersion Program