Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Mullein Hill Christian Academy was established in 1993 with 39 students, preschool through grade 4. Today we have over 90 students, preschool through grade 8, and we are growing!
What is your primary product or service?
We are growing up leaders for the Kingdom. We believe every child is precious and has a bright future before him/her. Our job is to nurture and teach that child in partnership with the family.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Mullein Hill Christian Academy was born from a small group of men and women who had a vision for excellent Christian education.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Mullein Hill Christian Academy is a non-denominational Christian school changing the world one student at a time. Small class sizes in a small facility enable teachers to nurture student gifts and identify areas of struggle. Our goal is to teach students how to think and how to advocate for themselves, knowing the power of education. Our family partnership, reinforcing the values that are already being taught in the home, this partnership creates a consistent message to our children that they are loved and appreciated, and that we have high expectations and goals for them to reach for.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We are located at our new facility at 25 Staples Shore Road in Lakeville, where we are in the process of expanding our preschool/kindergarten program to allow for more space. Our expected completion time frame for the project is mid-October 2015.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Mullein Hill Christian Academy is conveniently located minutes from Route 495 just over the Lakeville/Middleboro town line. From the south, we are less than 8 minutes from our previous location (at the corner of County Road and Highland Road in Lakeville) approximately 10 minutes from Route 140 County Road exit. The Academy is located at 25 Staples Shore Road in Lakeville, off Route 105 minutes from the Lakeville train station.
What type of payments do you accept?
Tuition may be paid monthly through the SMART Tuition program or within 30 days of acceptace to receive a 3% discount.
Which areas do you service?
Mullein Hill Christian Academy serves approximately 12 different communities in any given year. Families commute from areas including Fall River, New Bedford, Lakeville, Middleboro, Carver, Wareham, Plymouth, Easton, and the Bridgewaters.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
The principal of Mullein Hill Christian Academy is Barbara Priestly. There is a Board of Directors to oversee the policy and finance aspect of the Academy.
What are your hours of operation?
Middle school begins promptly at 8:00am and dismisses at 3:00pm. Preschool and elementary classes begin at 8:30am and dismiss at 2:40pm. Extended Day opens at 7:00am and closes at 5:30pm. There is a well attended free homework club daily from 3:00-3:30 for grades 1-8.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Mullein Hill Christian Academy is life changing!
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Ephesians 3:20-21 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine according to his power that is within us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever!