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About Us

Bayshore Christian School is an accredited, independent, non-denominational Christian School in South Tampa, Florida near Bayshore Boulevard.

At Bayshore, we serve students from 2 years old through 12th grade from all over the Tampa Bay area, and have been doing so since 1971.

Values and a Christian Education

Bayshore Christian School prioritizes a Christian education. We seek out to reinforce the values taught at home and church—a worldview that matches their life in Christ surrounded by teachers and staff that support faith.

Small Class Sizes

At Bayshore, students develop strong relationships with teachers and every student is seen and known. Small classes allow for deep academic growth and character development.

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Academic Excellence

Bayshore Christian School is an accredited school with rigorous academic standards. BCS graduates go on to pursue studies at universities across the country and excel in their desired careers.

We are accredited through the following organizations:

Florida Council of Independent Schools
Association of Christian Schools International
Cognia

Bayshore Christian School
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Honoring Our Flag, Honoring Our Nation 🇺🇸 Our Middle Division Civics students had the special opportunity to learn firsthand the proper way to raise, lower, and fold the American flag with the respect and care it deserves. Our guest speakers shared the importance of our flag, what it represents, and the responsibility and honor that come with caring for it each day. Students were reminded that raising and lowering our flag is more than a daily task. It is an opportunity to show respect for our country and to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed to defend the freedoms we enjoy. We are so grateful for the wonderful relationships we have with our local servicemen and women and for their willingness to partner with us in teaching our students lessons in respect, responsibility, and service.❤️🤍💙 It is always a special experience for our Faith Warriors, and one we hope they will carry with them for years to come! 🇺🇸

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☀️ Senior Sunrise 2026 ☀️ Some of our seniors gathered together for Senior Sunrise, spending time with friends and soaking in the start of their final year of high school. There is something so special about this season as these students begin a year filled with lasts, new memories, big milestones, and exciting opportunities ahead. We are so proud of this group and cannot wait to see all that they accomplish throughout their senior year! Here’s to making every moment count, Class of 2027! 🎓✨

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🍝🏐 Join us for our annual Volleyball Spaghetti Dinner! Come out on Thursday, August 13 from 3:30-6:30 PM and enjoy a delicious spaghetti meal catered by ABC Pizza House, all while supporting our Girls Volleyball Program! This is a great event for the whole family to come together and celebrate the first sporting event of the school year! After dinner, stick around and help us pack the gym as our Varsity Faith Warriors take the court for their first game of the season at 6:30 PM! Tickets are $10 and include dinner and admission to the game. We can’t wait to kick off another year of Faith Warrior Athletics with our Bayshore community! Purchase tickets at the link in our bio!

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Bayshore Christian School
1 weeks ago

And just like that… we’re BACK! 📚✏️ Yesterday was an amazing first day at BCS! Our halls were full, classrooms were full of excitement, and our Faith Warriors were back together again. From meeting new friends and reconnecting with old ones to learning classroom routines, finding their way around campus, and jumping into a brand-new year, everyone is already starting to settle in and find their rhythm. There’s something so special about seeing our campus full of students again, and we couldn’t be more excited for all that this year will bring. As we celebrate 55 years of Bayshore Christian School, we are thankful for another year to learn, grow, build community, and continue changing lives for Christ. Day one is officially in the books. Here’s to an incredible 2026–2027 school year, Faith Warriors!

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School Hours

Office Hours
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Preschool Division
8:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Elementary Division
8:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Middle/Upper Division
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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2	3 Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) August 3, 2026 Staff Pictures Staff Pictures August 3, 2026	4 Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) August 4, 2026 Open Campus Open Campus August 4, 2026 \| 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Who: All school familiesWhat: Experience a fun and informative evening as families explore the school campus, meet teachers, walk through class schedules, and discover extracurricular offerings. Th...	5 Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) Teacher Preplanning (Staff Only) August 5, 2026 Preschool Classroom Visits Preschool Classroom Visits August 5, 2026 \| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Who: Preschool families (must reserve a time slot)What: Meet with your child's homeroom teacher to walk through classroom expectations. Sign-up available at Open Campus.Where: Your child’s individu...	6 Students' First Day of School Students' First Day of School August 6, 2026	7	8
9	10	11 Middle and Upper Division Orientations Middle and Upper Division Orientations August 11, 2026 \| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Who: Parents of middle & upper division studentsWhat: Parents of middle and upper division students are invited to an informative session to learn more about the year ahead. Hear from division ...	12	13 Volleyball Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for all BCS Families Volleyball Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for all BCS Families August 13, 2026 \| 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM Click to Purchase TicketsWho: All school families (tickets required); Varsity Volleyball parents needed as volunteersWhat: Support our volleyball teams while enjoying a delicious spaghetti dinner w... Varsity Girls Volleyball Preseason Classic:Delphi Academy vs Cambridge Christian 5:30pm and Bayshore Christian vs Brooks DeBartolo 6:30pm (HOME) Varsity Girls Volleyball Preseason Classic:Delphi Academy vs Cambridge Christian 5:30pm and Bayshore Christian vs Brooks DeBartolo 6:30pm (HOME) August 13, 2026 \| 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Delphi Academy vs Cambridge Christian 5:30pmBayshore Christian vs Brooks DeBartolo 6:30pm	14 Varsity Girls Volleyball Preseason Classic: Delphi Academy vs Brooks DeBartolo 5:30pm Bayshore Christian vs Cambridge Christian 6:30pm (HOME) Varsity Girls Volleyball Preseason Classic: Delphi Academy vs Brooks DeBartolo 5:30pm Bayshore Christian vs Cambridge Christian 6:30pm (HOME) August 14, 2026 \| 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Delphi Academy vs Brooks DeBartolo 5:30pm Bayshore Christian vs Cambridge Christian 6:30pm	15
16	17	18 Lower Division Classroom Orientations Lower Division Classroom Orientations August 18, 2026 \| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Who: Parents of Lower Division studentsWhat: Meet your child’s homeroom teacher and learn about what to expect in the classroom this year. Teachers will share routines, learning goals, and tips for... JV Girls Volleyball@ Classical Prep (AWAY) JV Girls Volleyball@ Classical Prep (AWAY) August 18, 2026 \| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Varsity Girls Volleyball @ Classical Prep (AWAY) Varsity Girls Volleyball @ Classical Prep (AWAY) August 18, 2026 \| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	19	20 Varsity Boys and Girls Golf vs Manatee High School (AWAY) Varsity Boys and Girls Golf vs Manatee High School (AWAY) August 20, 2026 \| 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Early Release 2:00pm	21	22
23	24 How to Train Your Dragon Jr! Auditions \| 3rd through 7th Grade How to Train Your Dragon Jr! Auditions \| 3rd through 7th Grade August 24, 2026 \| 3:10 PM - 4:45 PM Audition InformationSign up for an audition slot!-Click here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AE2AA6FBC16-65263198-howtotrain -Arrive a little early!Bring a filled-out audition form to...	25 How to Train Your Dragon Jr! Auditions \| 3rd through 7th Grade How to Train Your Dragon Jr! Auditions \| 3rd through 7th Grade August 25, 2026 \| 3:10 PM - 4:45 PM Audition InformationSign up for an audition slot!-Click here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AE2AA6FBC16-65263198-howtotrain -Arrive a little early!Bring a filled-out audition form to... JV Girls Volleyball @ Keswick Christian (AWAY) JV Girls Volleyball @ Keswick Christian (AWAY) August 25, 2026 \| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Varsity Girls Volleyball@ Keswick Christian (AWAY) Varsity Girls Volleyball@ Keswick Christian (AWAY) August 25, 2026 \| 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	26	27 JV Girls Volleyball vs. North Tampa Christian (HOME) JV Girls Volleyball vs. North Tampa Christian (HOME) August 27, 2026 \| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Varsity Girls Volleyball vs North Tampa Christian (HOME) Varsity Girls Volleyball vs North Tampa Christian (HOME) August 27, 2026 \| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	28 All Pro Dad Breakfast/Meeting All Pro Dad Breakfast/Meeting August 28, 2026 \| 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM Who: K5–8th grade students and their dads (or father figures)What: All Pro Dad Meeting and Breakfast. This is a special time set aside for dads and their students to enjoy a morning of fellowship, ... JV Girls Volleyball @ Universal Academy (AWAY) JV Girls Volleyball @ Universal Academy (AWAY) August 28, 2026 \| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Varsity Girls Volleyball @ Universal Academy (AWAY) Varsity Girls Volleyball @ Universal Academy (AWAY) August 28, 2026 \| 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	29
30	31 Varstiy Girls Volleyball @ Winthrop College Prep Academy (AWAY) Varstiy Girls Volleyball @ Winthrop College Prep Academy (AWAY) August 31, 2026 \| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

About Bayshore Christian School in South Tampa, FL

About Us

Values and a Christian Education

Small Class Sizes

Academic Excellence

School Hours