Knoxville · KCS School

School introduction

This Christian school emphasizes individual and small-group instruction, alongside arts, sports and community service.

Classes are taught in English. Students have access to one ESL class focused on writing and grammar, rather than a comprehensive intensive-language program. Middle and high school students have daily Bible classes, and chapel takes place twice weekly across the school. Semester students must complete a full semester and have a host family arranged before enrollment. Individual placement and arrangements require confirmation.

Curriculum

Middle-school learning develops critical thinking through discussion and hands-on work, while high-school teaching combines individual guidance with small-group learning. Visual arts span drawing, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media, with digital photography and yearbook production in high school. Eligible students in Grades 11–12 can also explore dual-credit study.

Courses and activities include visual arts, band, chorus and drama. Eligible students in grades 11–12 may also explore a dual-credit route. New international applicants are normally considered for grades 6–11, with grade 12 considered only under specific exceptions.

Student life and community service

Community service forms part of high-school life. Middle-school students also develop care and responsibility through activities with younger pupils. Christian education includes daily Bible classes in middle and high school and chapel twice a week. Arts, music and sports provide further areas of involvement. Please consult an advisor about specific courses and activities.

School features

• Individual and small-group instruction
• Arts, sports and community service
• Writing and grammar ESL support

Grades available for short-term study & entry requirements

Eligible grades

G6–G11

School application requirements

Individual grade placement, language readiness, prerequisites and available places must be confirmed. Grade eligibility does not guarantee admission. Grade 12 is considered only under specific exceptions.

This is a semester-study option, not a two-week classroom visit. Applicable study and entry requirements are assessed for the actual arrangement.

Dates, duration & fees

Duration

At least one full semester

Dates

Dates, fees, accommodation and availability are confirmed after a suitable family is matched. No price or place is reserved by viewing this page.

Fees

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Accommodation & documents

Attendance options

Host family required before enrollment

Classes are taught in English. Students have access to one ESL class focused on writing and grammar, rather than a comprehensive intensive-language program. Middle and high school students have daily Bible classes, and chapel takes place twice weekly across the school. Semester students must complete a full semester and have a host family arranged before enrollment. Individual placement and arrangements require confirmation.

Documents typically needed

Grade, academic and language background, intended dates and housing needs; school-specific application documents are confirmed after matching.

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