Why JICS?

Top 10 Reasons Why JICS Families Love Our School Community

#1 Christian Worldview

JICS is not school, plus Bible class.  At JICS, God’s Word permeates everything we do: classroom instruction, student interactions, conflict resolution, and joyful celebration.  Our goal is to prepare students’ hearts and minds for service in God’s world, beginning with how they view it.

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#2 Academic Excellence

From Pre-K through high school, JICS encourages every student to explore, understand, and find joy in God's kingdom within an academically nurturing environment. Our goal is to equip students to see themselves as lifelong learners.

#3 Safe Environment

JICS offers a physically and emotionally safe environment for your child. With a secure campus featuring a dedicated officer, security cameras, and fob-access technology, we ensure a safe, nurturing space that fosters learning and growth. 

Families choose James Island Christian because:

Strong Commitment to Safety

We have a dedicated law enforcement officer, an integrated security camera system, and secure access control with fob technology.

Small Class Sizes

JICS provides many of the opportunities typically found in larger schools, but within a small-class, close-knit community where every student is known by name.

Thriving Community

We parent with the teachings of the home and church. We are equipping the next generation to lead in their homes, communities, and churches as a community.
"At JICS, we believe each child has a God-given purpose that only he or she can fulfill in this world by His grace. JICS provides a unique opportunity to explore each students' strengths/weaknesses, seek out their passion/what motivates them, and provide a chance to learn from/engage with leaders around them -- to get to KNOW them and help them know themselves. Our children are tomorrow's leaders and their educational experience at JICS is rooted in an effort to reveal and equip them for the Lord's unique purpose for their life."  --- Jenny Honeycutt, Parent and former JICS Board Member

#4 Amazing Faculty

Our highly qualified and deeply caring faculty are committed to the development and growth of the whole child. At JICS, our teachers focus on more than just academics—they care about the heart. We are dedicated to raising students who are disciples of Jesus Christ and citizens devoted to His service. 

#5 Christian Community

One of our greatest strengths is our community! At JICS, there are countless opportunities to come together in service, worship, and celebration, supporting both our children and one another. Here, we are truly a family!

#6 Comprehensive Pre K - High School Program

#7 Extracurricular Opportunities

This enables us to deliver a cohesive, intentional, and holistic education for your child. JICS teachers across all grade levels work together, collaborating on curriculum, strategies, and resources to ensure continuity and growth throughout your child's educational journey.
At JICS, we enhance students' education through a variety of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities, including fine arts clubs and projects, music, academic clubs, and off-campus field and research projects. Leadership is emphasized and nurtured at every stage of our students' learning journey. 

 #8 Leadership Training

JICS prepares students to be lifelong leaders, providing unique opportunities to develop leadership skills in the classroom, on mission trips, within the church, and at home. 

#9 Positive Peer Relationships 

At JICS, we view each student as a valuable member of God’s family. Every day, we foster positive peer relationships as students connect through academic, service, and social experiences. 

#10 Partnership Between Home and School

A strong partnership between home and school sets students up for success.  At JICS we strive to carry the lessons and values you teach at home into the classroom.  Administration, teachers, and parents work together to raise up students who will impact the world for Jesus Christ.

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