First Baptist Church - DeFuniak Springs
Tuesday, June 09, 2026

 
 



 
 
 

 
  
Dear Parent/Guardian,
 
Thank you for your interest First Christian Academy. Our educational philosophy integrates faith with academic excellence as we partner with you to build a spiritual foundation in your child. We provide a Christ-centered, Bible-based academic program aligned with Common Core State Standards.  Each classroom features innovative technology, research-based group and individualized instructional strategies, and dedicated, certified educators.  
 
 
Student progress is measured throughout the year, and annual achievement is assessed with the Terra Nova Standardized Test Series. Students enjoy exploratory, hands-on learning activities, field trips, and community service projects to connect academics with the world around them. 
 
  
First Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Please call (850) 892-2722 if you have questions or to schedule a meeting. We consider it a privilege to partner with you in spiritual and academic learning. 
 
Sincerely,
 
Lisa Tucker
Principal / Director
 
           Admissions Application

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Kindergarten Admission       
Kindergarten for Age Four - Call (850) 892-2722 or email LisaTuckerFCA@gmail.com for more information on the K4 option for your child. 
 
Kindergarten for Age Five - Child must be five (5) years of age on or before September 1 of the school year.
 
1. Submit the following three (3) items:
  • A copy of the child’s birth certificate
  • A Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form DH 680)
  • A Florida Physical Exam (Form DH 3040)
2. Submit a completed Application for Admission and the registration fee. 
    (See Tuition and Fees Schedule.)
 
3. Attend a parent/child interview and academic assessment session.
 
 
Elementary School Requirements
 
Grade 1: The child must be six (6) years of age on or before September 1 of the school year.
 
1. Satisfy one (1) of the following requirements:
  • The child was previously enrolled in a public school and satisfactorily completed the requirements for kindergarten;
  • The child satisfactorily completed kindergarten requirements in a non-public school or home education program; or
  • The child previously attended an out-of-state school in which he/she was admitted on the basis of the age requirement established by the state of residency. Parent or Guardian must provide official documentation of legal residency in state where child was previously enrolled.
2. Submit the following three (3) items if not on file with the school:
  • A copy of the child’s birth certificate;
  • A Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form DH 680); and
  • A Florida Physical Exam (Form DH 3040).
3. Submit an official transcript from the previous school, public; private; or home      
    education program.
 
4. Submit a completed Application for Admission and the registration fee. 
   (See Tuition and Fees Schedule.)
 
5. An academic assessment for placement and a review with recommendation by the
    Academic Guidance Committee may be scheduled if your child was in a home
    education program or an unaccredited school.
 
6. Attend a parent/child interview and academic assessment session.