Located in the shadow of the Great Smoky Mountains, there are countless reasons families choose to live in Waynesville. We have exceptional cultural amenities as well as beautiful scenery. Some of what parents and students love about Haywood County include:

• Having thousands of miles of hiking and mountain biking trails at your disposal.
• Being within a short drive of the East Coast's largest concentration of waterfalls.
• The pristine Nantahala and Pigeon Rivers offer a variety of river watersports (kayaking, whitewater rafting, canoeing, and tubing).
• Zipline canopy excursions and other backcountry adventures are available nearby.
• Some of the Southeast's top fly-fishing waters.
• Access to Waynesville's beautiful downtown, which features award-winning restaurants and one-of-a-kind stores
• All the benefits of living in a large city within thirty to forty-five minutes of our town

Regardless of where your child attends school, you can count on their education being of high quality. However, for those that prefer an alternative to public school, a private Christian high school may be right for your child. 

Here are some of the advantages of choosing a private Christian school for your teenager’s academic experience. 

Haywood Christian Academy - Private Christian High School Waynesville, NC

The mission of Haywood Christian Academy is to develop students into Christian leaders through excellent academics and a commitment to Biblical truth. We help teenagers become the adults God created them to be, develop a love for the gospel, grow in their faith, and establish a Christian worldview. 

Benefits of Private Christian High School Education

HCA's High School program is meant to assist students in developing mature reasoning, communication, research, and problem-solving skills that will prepare them for success in college. The following are some of the benefits of attending a Christian high school like HCA:

• Students are surrounded by teachers who are committed to assisting them in growing in their Christian faith.
• Smaller class sizes allow students to receive the individual attention they require to succeed intellectually and spiritually.
• Throughout the week, students have the opportunity to worship God through singing, prayer, and the preaching of the Word at chapel services.
• Students have the opportunity to participate in high-quality athletic programs with coaches who are spiritual mentors.
• Students are pushed to achieve their academic goals and continue their studies in college and beyond.
• Students are introduced to a community that will support them beyond high school, as well as opportunities to serve others in their community.

Enroll Your High Schooler at Haywood Christian Academy in Waynesville, NC

If you want your teenager to grow into the spiritually mature adult God made them to be, we would love to talk with you further. Enrolling your child in a private Christian school at the beginning of their educational journey is ideal; however, there are many benefits for those who make the change even during their high school years. 

Regardless of where your child is in their academic experience, we are here to answer your questions. Contact the team at Haywood Christian Academy in Waynesville for more information about our supportive, private Christian High School in Haywood County.