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Enrollment Growth & Student Retention for Christian Schools

Build steady enrollment, keep families engaged, and guard your mission.

Why Enrollment & Retention Go Hand in Hand

Empty seats drain resources; high churn saps culture. A clear enrollment growth plan paired with strong student retention practice keeps tuition steady and community life vibrant.

Biblical Perspective on Welcoming & Keeping Families

Principle

Verse

School Application

Hospitality

Romans 12:13

Warm onboarding shows Christ’s love to new families.

Faithfulness

Luke 16:10

Attend to small retention signals before they grow.

Shepherding

John 10:3‑4

Know students by name and lead them safely.

Listening

James 1:19

Hear parent concerns early through surveys and forums.

 The True North Growth Framework

Enrollment Funnel Audit & Action Plan

  • Track every step—from inquiry to first tuition payment.
  • Identify leaks (e.g., tour‑to‑application drop‑off).
  • Prioritize fixes and set 90‑day targets.

 Parent & Student Listening Surveys

  • Short, mobile‑friendly forms delivered twice a year.
  • Questions cover academics, culture, and spiritual life.
  • Reports highlight themes and quick‑win responses.

Retention Metrics Dashboard

  • Real‑time view of entry, exit, and mid‑year transfer numbers.
  • Flags cohorts at risk (grade, program, or demographic).
  • Links to action items for leadership follow‑up.

New Family Onboarding Blueprint

  • Step‑by‑step welcome plan—mentor parents, first‑week touchpoints, prayer partners.
  • Email templates and campus tour checklists included.
  • Ends with a 30‑day feedback call to address concerns early.

Four Phase Engagement Path

  • Map – 30‑minute call to review current numbers.
  • Measure – Funnel audit, survey design, and data pull.
  • Act – Launch action plan, dashboard, and onboarding steps.
  • Maintain – Quarterly pulse checks and plan updates.

Results You Can Expect

  • Inquiry‑to‑application rate lift within one admissions cycle
  • Parent satisfaction scores trending upward after each survey
  • Lower mid‑year withdrawal count
  • Clear data for board reports and budget planning

 School Spotlight: Hope Covenant Academy

  • Need: Grade‑to‑grade drop‑off of 12 %.
  • Action: Funnel audit + onboarding blueprint.
  • Result: Withdrawal rate cut to 4 % in one year; inquiries up 18 %.

Frequently Asked Questions

Survey feedback and quick‑win fixes show in the first semester; full enrollment growth often comes in Year 2.

No. We set up dashboards in tools you already use—Google Sheets, Airtable, or your SIS.

Even a one‑form survey and simple spreadsheet can spot trends early.

Free Growth Toolkit

Download our Enrollment & Retention Starter Pack—sample survey questions, funnel worksheet, and onboarding checklist.

Book a Discovery Call

Ready to fill seats and keep families? Schedule a free discovery call with a True North growth coach today.

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