Following is a helpful guide to Christian boarding schools in Indiana. If you are seeking a higher level educational program or treatment for your child, this list may help you choose a school that is a good fit for your young person.
What is a Christian Boarding School?
Faith-based boarding schools offer children, teenagers, and young adults a place to live and study full-time at school.
It is common that parents or guardians self-pay for their child’s tuition, (plus room and board) because most Christian boarding schools (CBSs) are private schools. Some schools are non-profit, and fees are greatly reduced because of donations. Most schools provide grants or scholarships.
Some CBSs work with you so that your insurance covers the cost of medical or mental health care.
The majority of CBSs help children with mental health or behavioral issues.
Check out our guide on therapeutic boarding schools and how to choose the best one for your youth to make sure you know what to look for when examining each of these schools to see if they are the right fit for your family.
The schools in this list teach or were founded on Biblical principles. Students do not need to be Christian in order to attend the school.
If you are in need of a Biblical residential program for your child, consider one of these schools.
Listings are for information purposes and do not imply a recommendation.
Listing of Christian Boarding Schools of Indiana
Below you will find a listing of Christian boarding schools in Indiana along with contact information for each school or facility. Click here for a complete list of therapeutic boarding schools in Indiana.
Listings are for information purposes and do not imply a recommendation.
Hephzibah House in Winona Lake
Hephzibah House is a private Christian boarding school for teenage girls from ages 13 through 16 years old. They operate under the authority of Believers Baptist Church, an independent, fundamental Baptist church.
Students are referred to the school as a result of them living in a home in crisis as well as when parents see their child headed in a dangerous, self-destructive direction. The school enables teenage girls to receive a Christian education and learn how to improve their relationships with parents and Pastors.
Hephzibah House operates a Christian school using a curriculum where students are involved in a regular program of Bible reading, devotions, and Scripture memory. Regular counseling sessions are given as well as teaching and preaching from the Word of God.
For more information, contact Hephzibah House at (574) 269 2376 or on their website.
Josiah White’s Residential & Family Services Inc. in Wabash
Josiah White’s Residential & Family Services programs help families in crisis, in transition, and in need of support through its residential treatment programs.
The primary core value of Josiah White’s is to show God’s grace and love to children, teens, and their families. Their goal of “Growing Kids For Life” is to prepare teens for life, so they may become contributing citizens through eventual employment. The individual programs are as follows:
- Substance Use Recovery – Serves male and female youth ages 12-18 who are diagnosed with a moderate to severe substance use disorder.
- Adolescent Recovery Program – An intensive substance use disorder recovery program. This program serves adolescents and their families who are impacted by a substance use disorder. The program’s goal is to provide emotional, social, physical, and spiritual healing for youth beginning their recovery journey.
- Sexually Harmful Behavior Recovery – Sexually maladaptive behavior program to help youth form and maintain healthier relationships with others.
- Behavioral Treatment Program – Staff secure program to help youth master skills needed for lifelong success.
For more information, contact Josiah White’s at (260) 563-1158 or on their website.
La Lumiere School in La Porte
La Lumiere School is an independent, co-educational boarding and day prep school serving students in grades 9-12. Their day and boarding programs both offer rigorous academics and opportunities for students to grow in confidence, self-awareness, compassion, and accountability.
Their goal is to build each student’s character and independence and explore an authentic spiritual life in the model of the Catholic Faith. They believe all these factors contribute to getting each student ready for the next phase of their life, including university or college.
What is the cost for La Lumiere School?
- Tuition for day students is $20,500 per school year.
- Tuition for boarding students is $54,400 per school year.
- Tuition for international boarding students is $58,300 per school year plus additional fees.
Financial aid for families in need, as well as scholarships based on merit, are available.
For more information, contact La Lumiere School at (219) 326-7450 or on their website.
Lutherwood Residential Services in Indianapolis
Lutherwood is a secure residential treatment facility for children and teens who may have experienced abuse or neglect and exhibit behavioral health issues.
Please note that they no longer accept private referrals.
Children living at Lutherwood may continue their education by attending the Lutherwood Academy, which is a K-12 school operated in collaboration with Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS). Lutherwood Academy does provide on-site curriculum, including in-school behavior management and a full day educational schedule.
For more information, contact Lutherwood Residential Services at (317) 359-5467 or on their website. For information about how to admit your child to Youth Residential Treatment services (including Lutherwood), e-mail [email protected].
Teen Challenge – Adult & Teen Challenge, Indiana
The goal of Teen Challenge Indiana’s program is to help students who are struggling with addiction to recover completely and become productive, valued community members. They offer spiritually based residential treatment programs for teens, men, and women as well as women with children.
Students must apply to the program and be sponsored by an individual, church, or community group to help with monthly tuition payments.
The residential program lasts an average of 12-18 months. This provides the opportunity for students to confront their destructive choices and behaviors, and unhealthy views. It gives them a safe place to establish a new transformed lifestyle based on God’s mercy and Biblical principles.
Teen Challenge Indiana’s programs include the following:
- Intense Discipleship
- Times of Prayer and Devotion Daily
- Group and Individual Bible Study
- Regular Church Attendance
- Support Groups
- Development of Life Skills & Healthy Relationships
- Community Volunteer Hours
Through Bible-based curriculum, students learn how to apply God’s Word to their lives. They also learn to recognize the Holy Spirit’s work in their lives, invite God to help them overcome their life-controlling problems, and become more like Christ.
For more information, contact Indiana Adult & Teen Challenge at (765) 484-6488 or on their website.
InnerMission Teen Challenge in Hammond
This branch of Teen Challenge is a local mission that includes a food bank, parenting classes, and other services. There are no residential programs at this location.
Triple L Youth Center in Anderson
This program is now closed after reports of abuse incidents.
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