High School

Learn with Purpose. Succeed with Confidence.

High school is the defining chapter of a student’s education—the years when discipline, ambition, and direction come together to shape their future. This is when students strengthen their skills, rise to higher expectations, and prepare to excel at top universities.

At the Fairfax Christian School, our University-Prep High School is built for students who want to achieve more. Through rigorous academics, advanced courses, and individualized college advising, students develop the habits, confidence, and mindset elite universities seek. They learn to think critically, communicate clearly, and lead with integrity.

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For more than sixty years, The Fairfax Christian School has prepared exceptional students for success at the nation’s most selective universities. Our high school program is intentionally designed to develop scholars who are intellectually prepared, morally grounded, and equipped to lead with integrity.

Students are immersed in a rigorous academic environment that includes over twenty Advanced Placement® courses, College Dual Enrollment opportunities, and integrated SAT® preparation. A robust selection of electives allows students to deepen their interests in writing, computer science, economics, business, laboratory sciences, fine arts, and music. Every student is encouraged to cultivate their individual strengths, pursue excellence, and develop the confidence needed for academic and personal achievement.

A Premier Academic Experience

At The Fairfax Christian School, highly qualified and remarkably dedicated faculty guide students through an advanced curriculum that requires focus, discipline, and intellectual curiosity. Our small class sizes ensure meaningful faculty interactions, personalized instruction, and an environment where every student is known and supported.

Students learn to think critically, communicate clearly, work independently, and take responsibility for their academic progress. These essential habits—combined with high expectations and individualized support—prepare students to excel in university-level coursework and future professional endeavors.

A Foundation for Lifelong Achievement

Graduates of The Fairfax Christian School are exceptionally prepared—academically, socially, and morally—to thrive at elite universities and in their future careers. Our high school program cultivates scholars who are disciplined, articulate, confident, and equipped to lead.

Choosing The Fairfax Christian School is choosing a place where excellence is expected, achievement is celebrated, and every student is guided toward their highest potential.

A Comprehensive, University-Focused Curriculum

Our high school curriculum offers exceptional breadth and depth, providing students with mastery-level knowledge across all disciplines. Course offerings include:

  • English & Literature

  • Advanced Sciences with laboratory components

  • Mathematics through Calculus BC and Linear Algebra

  • Foreign Languages: French, Spanish, German, Latin, and Chinese

  • Business, Economics & Entrepreneurship

  • U.S. and World History

  • Art, Music & Performance Studies

  • Biblical Studies and Character Formation

  • Physical Education and Health

Students may enroll in our Advanced Placement® and Dual Enrollment programs, allowing them to earn university credits and demonstrate academic distinction during the college admissions process.

Advanced Diplomas for Exceptional Achievement

Students may pursue an Advanced Diploma in one of three specialized concentrations:

  • STEM

  • Business & Economics

  • Arts & Letters

These advanced diplomas highlight a student’s academic focus and provide a strong foundation for competitive university admissions, internship opportunities, and future academic specialization.

Education Beyond the Classroom

A well-rounded education extends far beyond coursework. High school students at The Fairfax Christian School participate in a variety of enriching experiences, including:

  • Community service programs

  • Educational field trips

  • Leadership opportunities

  • Cultural and artistic events

These activities broaden students’ understanding of the world, strengthen their character, and reinforce the values of responsibility, service, and global citizenship.

Extracurricular Excellence

Students may participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities that encourage exploration and personal growth, including:

  • Competitive athletics

  • Drama and theatre productions

  • Music ensembles and performance opportunities

  • Academic and special-interest clubs

Our Academic Success Program provides structured after-school support, allowing students to meet with teachers, receive additional guidance, and advance in their studies.

  • A young basketball player in a yellow jersey, number 0, leaps toward the hoop for a dunk during a game in an indoor gym.
  • Students conducting a science experiment in a classroom, using safety goggles and handling a beaker with blue liquid.
  • A young female volleyball player holding a volleyball, wearing a red jersey with the number 4, and preparing to serve during a game in an indoor gym.
  • Young girls playing flag football outdoors on a grassy field, one girl in a red shirt holding a football and running while others chase her, all smiling and enjoying the game.
  • A teenage boy with curly hair sitting at a table working on a silver MacBook in a room with bookshelves and a globe.
  • A young man in a suit sitting at a desk, smiling, raising his hand in a classroom with other students.
  • Two smiling girls holding spray bottles and a drawing of a rainbow rain scene at a children's science center event.
  • Three women playing musical instruments in an orchestra, with one playing the flute, one playing the violin, and one playing the clarinet.
  • A basketball player in a white and red uniform dribbling the ball on the court, with two players in navy blue jerseys and an audience watching from the bleachers.
  • A young woman with glasses smiling while conducting a science experiment with laboratory glassware in a classroom.
  • A group of young students sitting in a church or auditorium, some wearing face masks, with a man holding a trumpet standing beside them. The background shows many more seated people.