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Erie First Christian Academy in Erie, Pennsylvania, Northeastern United States, is a private accredited day (Pre K - 12) and boarding (grades 8 - 12) school that provides a full-time college preparatory education for young men and women. Erie First Christian Academy (EFCA) boarding students are from all over the world. This year, we had students from 14 different countries. These students attend school with American community students. Our graduates experience academic success at the college and university level along with a high level of scholarship incentives.

Located in a small northeastern city on the banks of Lake Erie, our campus provides a safe environment specifically designed to facilitate youth development. Our Dorm campus is located at Sparrow Pond, in Waterford, PA. Waterford is a historic town located just 5 miles from the EFCA Academy. A beautiful setting with ponds, walking trails, and many winter and summer activities within the grounds of our facility. Erie is in proximity to Cleveland, Ohio; Buffalo, New York; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Erie International Airport / Tom Ridge Field is located five miles southwest of central Erie.


School / Office Address: 8150 Oliver Road
Erie
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Boarding and Day Programs for Boys and Girls in Grades 9-12:

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- English as a Second Language (ESL)
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Linden Hall
Courses / Programs
Established in 1746, Linden Hall is the oldest girls' boarding school in the United States. The school is located in the historic town of Lititz PA, within a few hours of Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York City.

As a college preparatory day and boarding school for grades 6-12 and a post graduate year, Linden Hall is dedicated to excellence in the education of young women.

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Linden Hall is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
College Prep Programs for Girls (Grades 6-12 & Post-Graduate Year)

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The Kiski School
Courses / Programs
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In a typical year, Kiski enrolls 200 students in Grades 9-12 plus a handful of post-graduate students. Our students come from many different US states and more than a dozen different countries.

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Turning Winds Academic Institute (TWAI)
Courses / Programs
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EF Academy New York
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Join us for Grades 9 and 10 to benefit from the the US High School Diploma from the very beginning.

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The Kildonan School
Courses / Programs
Located in Amenia, Dutchess County NY, The Kildonan School is an accredited, co-educational day and boarding school for children and teenagers with dyslexia and language-based learning differences.

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Day & Boarding Programs for kids & teens with dyslexia:

- Elementary School (Grades 2-6)
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- High School (Grades 9-12)
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