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Private Kindergarten-4th Grade

Northside Christian School offers an affordable, Christ-centered education that nurtures your child's love of learning and discovery.

HELPING YOUR CHILD GROW WITH 
Confidence & Purpose

While Northside's PreK lays the building blocks for learning, our private elementary program expands on that foundation, preparing students for greater academic excellence and Christ-like leadership—both in the classroom and out in the world.

Our Elementary (K-4) Program

Elementary Events

Northside students can participate in exciting events and competitions that challenge them academically while helping them develop life-long friendships and cherished memories.

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Academic Challenges:

Students showcase their knowledge and skills in Spelling Bees, Speech Meets, Math Olympics, History Fairs and Science Fairs.

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Faith & Service:

Our Serv-a-Thon grants students the opportunity to serve others and grow in their faith.

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Active & Community Building Events:

Students engage in fun, school-wide activities like the Bike-a-Thon, Marathon, Christmas Program and Spirit Week, fostering friendships and teamwork.

“My favorite thing about Northside is the Christian education that is taught here. Besides that, it’s also an awesome community. It’s not too big, not too small. It’s a really good size group of kids. You meet other parents and other people, and they've got different communal things through the year. Plus, it’s very affordable compared to other private schools, for the quality you’re getting!”

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See Our
School

In Action

Step inside Northside Christian School and discover what makes us so unique! In this short video, you’ll get a glimpse of students learning, exploring and growing together—engaging in hands-on activities that prepare them for future success.

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Meet our Amazing Teachers

At Northside, our private kindergarten and elementary teachers are more than educators—they are mentors who pour their hearts into helping students grow academically and spiritually.
Their dedication and commitment to each child’s success create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel valued and encouraged every day.

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Crystal Specht
Kindergarten
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Shaunna Kroska
1st Grade
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Amy Korpi
Head Teacher | 2nd Grade Teacher
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Sarah Rinke
3rd Grade Teacher
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Susan Daggett
4th Grade

STAY CONNECTED

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Does Northside’s Kindergarten Bible Curriculum Include?

Our kindergarten Bible curriculum introduces young learners to God’s love, biblical truths, and key Bible stories in a way that is engaging and age-appropriate. Through interactive lessons, songs, memory verses and hands-on activities, children develop a strong spiritual foundation while learning how to apply faith in their daily lives.

Where Can I Find More Information About Northside’s Policies and Programs?

For a full overview of our curriculum, policies and student expectations, download our Student Handbook to learn more about what makes Northside Christian School a great choice for your child's education.

Does Northside Offer After-School Daycare?

We know that families have busy schedules, which is why we offer our students access to Northside's Eagle’s Extended Care Club. If you're interested, please fill out our application.
 

Is a Private Elementary Education Expensive?

We believe that a Christ-centered education should be accessible to all families. That’s why we keep our tuition affordable, welcoming students from diverse financial backgrounds. Our goal is to provide a quality Christian education without financial barriers.

Learn more about our tuition and your financial options.

How Do I Know If Northside Is the Right Fit for My Child?

The best way to decide if Northside is a good fit for your child is to schedule a tour and experience our classrooms, meet our teachers and get a feel for our community. We make it easy to schedule a tour!

How do you incorporate faith into the classroom?

Christ is at the heart of everything we do. Our teachers pray with students, weave biblical truth into daily lessons, and help children discover God’s love in all aspects of learning—from circle time to story time to science experiments.
 

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How do you help children make friends and learn social skills?

Scial and emotional growth is just as important as academics. We teach children how to:
 

  • Show kindness and respect to others

  • Work together and solve problems

  • Celebrate differences in a Christ-honoring way

  • Build friendships that reflect God’s love

How do you keep students safe?

Your child’s safety is our top priority. We have:
 

  • Secure, monitored entrances

  • Small class sizes for close supervision

  • Staff trained in first aid & emergency response

  • Policies in place to protect both physical & emotional safety

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EAGLE'S EXTENDED CARE CLUB

If you are interested in your student attending this extended care club, please fill out the application by clicking here

* TIME - 2:00-4:45 PM

* COST - Click here for our fee schedule

LICENSING

Northside Christian School is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and our pre-kindergarten program is licensed annually by the Minnesota Department of Human Resources.

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