For over 60 years, Emmanuel Lutheran School in Asheville has been educating the next generation of leaders in the community and church. Our commitment to academic performance and discipleship has resulted in our student’s strong faith and academic success. We provide a Christ-centered, comprehensive, rigorous education for all children.

Our mission at Emmanuel Lutheran School is to equip our children to succeed in their academic pursuits and to become productive members of church and society. Here are a few things that distinguish us from other private schools:

• Small Class Sizes: Emmanuel offers an excellent Christian education with a rigorous academic program with a maximum class size of 20 students.
• Extracurricular Classes: Our students are taught all major subjects, in addition to Religion. We provide a variety of extracurricular classes, including Spanish, computer technology, physical education, art, and music. 
• STEAM Education: Emmanuel is western North Carolina’s first and only Christian Parochial Christian STEAM school that empowers students by using technology while building critical thinking skills, problem-solving, collaboration, and confidence. 
• Grades 1-8: State-certified teachers deliver a rigorous academic curriculum in a Christ-centered setting.

Kindergarten Through Grade 8 Academics

In accordance with Emmanuel Lutheran School’s primary mission, the Christian religion is the foundation for all academic instruction. In the classroom, every lesson begins with a brief devotion, followed by teaching in Christian doctrine and Bible study. In younger classes, religious teaching consists of studying Bible stories and applying them to everyday life, as well as memorization of brief Bible passages. 

A systematic study of Christian theory is explored in the upper classes. In addition to religious instruction, students will receive teaching in reading, English literature, mathematics, social studies, science, computer education, fine arts, physical education, and health.

Admission to Emmanuel Lutheran School

At Emmanuel Lutheran, we identify as a Christ-centered private school that shares the gospel of Jesus Christ in an educational setting. Since 1958, we have become one of North Carolina’s leading private institutions, delivering high-quality education to students of all ages. In the classroom, we regularly study God’s word and encourage our students to live accordingly and be a positive impact on the community. 

With small class sizes, and dedicated, qualified, and certified teachers, Emmanuel provides the highest quality K-8 education in Asheville. If you're considering Emmanuel Lutheran School for your child, we would love to talk with you. For more information and to schedule a campus tour, contact us today!