We are no longer accepting applications for VPK - 8th grade. Applications for new students for the 2023-2024 school year are still open for PreK2- PreK3.
Contact our Admissions team at 813-689-9183 or complete the online inquiry form to start the conversation with our team and answer any questions. ONLINE INQUIRY
It is optional to tour the campus but we recommend It!
Submit completed Online Application and application fee Online Application is for Brandon campus only, not Apollo Beach.
BSA administers an entrance exam to determine success in our program and academic readiness or placement for Kindergarten – 8th grade.
All of the above steps must be completed, including the application with paid application fee in order to complete your enrollment packet. No spaces are held until enrollment is complete.
After your enrollment packet is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. At any time, you can re-access Online Enrollment through your ParentsWeb login to print the supplemental enrollment forms or a PDF copy of the completed enrollment packet.
Admission at Bell Shoals Academy is based on selective criteria that include standardized test scores, prior school record, recommendations, evidence of good character, and a possible interview. The Admissions Committee will review each application and notify students of their acceptance. All students are accepted on a trial basis during the first grading period (30 days) before placement becomes final.
Please re-enroll by January 22, 2023, to secure your place next year. The enrollment fee is $200 from January 9 - January 22.
The best way to learn more about Bell Shoals Academy is to come check us out! Bell Shoals Academy is a private christian school with ages 2's through 8th grade. We have two locations. Our Brandon campus offers an Early Learning Center for Pre K 2 - VPK and an Academy for Jr. Kindergarten - 8th Grade. Our Apollo Beach campus offers an Early Learning Center for Pre K 2 - Kingergarten.
Tours are scheduled Monday- Thursday by appointment.
Children are welcome on tours.
Hands-on STEM learning activities, science inquires, project and performance based learning, and a Robotics unit.
School begins at 8:15 AM for all students 2 years old through 8th grade with staggered dismissals from 2:25 PM – 3:00 PM
High School Science Lab, Computer Labs, Music Suite, Prayer Garden/Outdoor Classroom, Basketball Gym, Multiple Sports Fields, Age-appropriate Playgrounds
We encourage visitors and volunteers on campus. We are pleased to have the support of volunteers to enhance the academy experience for our students. Parents can be involved with our PTF and PVF organizations. There are additional opportunities to be involved throughout the year.
Student Led Chapel, Mission Minded Trips and Events, Science Lab, Art, Library, PE, Music, Spanish, Morning Show, Academic Enhancement Program
The ELC students stay engaged in learning through participation in group discussion, art, language arts, foreign language experiences, music, as well as health and safety thorough hands-on projects and indoor and outdoor activities.