The Distinctives of Independence Christian School

1. We are a community Christian school. We offer grades Preschool through Eighth Grade. We are independently operated so that all churches can support it and all Christians can be a part of it, without compromising their own congregational involvement and commitment.

2. We receive support from student tuition, as well as donations from individuals, business, corporations and foundations.

3. We are accredited by the U.S. government to accept international students.

4. We have a strong parent-teacher organization with 90%+ participation.

5. We have a highly skilled, educated and committed team of teachers, that have developed a strong line of grade level succession that only comes with experience.

6. We have a thirty-five year reputation of educating and training students in the north Orange county area.

7. We are open to students of various abilities. Everyone can benefit from a Christian education. We are the ground breakers for mainstreaming children with learning disabilities in our community. When many schools did not recognize the problem or know what to do about it, we began to invite children to participate with average and "gifted" children in the same classroom. There is no notice given publicly to their accommodations. All students are acknowledged as unique. Their differences are accepted  as part of God's plan for their life. We seek children of all abilities to join our school.

8. We value economic diversity among our families. To live a meaningful life is not dependent on income. ICS gives financial aid to to families who show need and who could not otherwise afford private education. We seek further tuition assistance from other organizations.

9. We value ethnic diversity. ICS reflects the ethnic make up of our community and does not discriminate racially. All races are equal in the view of God and should be accorded proper respect.

10. We listen well. We do not believe that all philosophies or ideas are of equal value, however, we encourage an open discourse with respect and traditional tolerance for other points of view. We believe that the truth of God, found in scripture, is strong and will compel open minds to seek a close relationship with him.

11. We are hard workers. We believe in going the extra mile to accomplish our objectives.

12. We promote frequent field trips for the students to see first hand and participate in various activities.