Training students to impact the world for Jesus
A small, faith-filled TK–7th grade Christian school in La Mesa where every child is known by name, taught with care and grounded in God's Word.
We partner with parents to raise kids who know God and love to learn
Journey Christian School provides a quality liberal arts education taught from a biblical worldview by gifted Christian educators.
- Academic excellence. A rigorous BJU Press curriculum with personal attention in small classes.
- Christ-like character. Daily Bible, prayer and teachers who model their faith.
- Real community. Families, teachers and our church working together for every child.
Small school. Big faith. Real learning.
Every child is known
With combined-grade classrooms and a tight-knit staff, teachers meet each student right where they are.
Faith in every subject
Every subject is taught through the lens of Scripture, and Bible lessons come to life in the classroom.
Music, PE & art
Guitar, art, PE and field trips like our day at Stoney Oaks Ranch help kids find their gifts.
Three days on campus, two days learning at home
Students are on campus Tuesday through Thursday, and on Mondays and Fridays they work from home with their family. Busy parents get a full Christian education and more time together, at a tuition most families can actually afford.
Take a look inside Journey
Hear from our principal, teachers and parents in our 3-minute school video.
Meet the people who'll know your child by name
Ryan Carpenter, M.Ed.
Principal
Carla Livolsi
Office Manager
Amanda Heuslein
TK & Kindergarten
Amber Walker
1st & 2nd Grade
Chrissy Hankel
3rd & 4th Grade
Norma Jean Carter
5th Grade
Manny Aceves
6th & 7th Grade
Lisa Farris
6th & 7th Grade MathA Christian education that fits your budget
Annual tuition, TK–7th grade
$4,950 a year spread over 11 monthly payments, or $4,700 if paid in full.
- Teaching, textbooks, supplies and learning materials included
- Music, PE and art built into the week
- Small classes taught by Christian educators
Fees & family discounts
Enrolling is simple
Tour the school
See the classrooms, meet the teachers and get your questions answered.
Schedule a tour →Apply online
When you're ready, complete the enrollment application for 2026–2027.
Start the application →We'll follow up
Our office contacts you with next steps, registration and your first day.
Call (619) 439-6796 →
Part of the Journey Community Church family
Journey Christian School is a ministry of Journey Community Church. Our classrooms sit on the church's Center Drive campus, and our students serve alongside the church through food drives and outreach.
Parents often ask
What grades does Journey Christian School serve?
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through 7th grade. We've grown every year and now serve families across La Mesa and East County.
How much is tuition?
Tuition is $4,950 a year, paid as 11 monthly payments of $450, or $4,700 if you pay in full. There's a $400 registration fee. That covers instruction, textbooks, supplies and learning materials.
Do you offer a sibling discount?
Yes. For 2026–2027 the $400 registration fee is waived for siblings, the second child gets 10% off tuition and the third child gets 15% off.
What does the school week look like?
Students are on campus Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, with school starting at 8:23 am. On Mondays and Fridays they work from home. Dismissal is 2:00 pm for TK/K, 2:15 pm for 1st/2nd and 2:45 pm for 3rd–7th.
What curriculum do you use?
We teach a liberal arts education from a biblical worldview using the BJU Press curriculum, plus music, PE and art.
Is Journey connected to a church?
Yes. Journey Christian School is a ministry of Journey Community Church, and our classrooms are on the church campus on Center Drive.
Come see Journey for yourself
The best way to know if Journey is the right fit is to walk the campus, meet the teachers and ask your questions.