You are welcome at Cornerstone Schools of Alabama. As a private Christian school, our mission — first and foremost — is to show God’s love and grace to our community in Birmingham, Alabama. One of the ways we do that is by providing a faith-based, college preparatory education to families of all income levels.
Why do families choose Cornerstone Schools?
The pressure is on in high school as teens begin to understand the long-term impact their actions will have on future goals. We guide our students through this time by:
WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION
International Baccalaureate (IB) framework used K through Grade 8. Dual Accreditations throughout all grade levels.
CHRISTIAN VALUES
5,742 community service hours in 2022-23 school year
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
High School recognized as a State School of Character; 100% of students self-assess progress in character three times per year.
As you consider Cornerstone, we invite you to discover more about our admission process.
Let’s talk about how we can help.
We’re happy to answer any questions you might have. Please call (205) 624-5030 to reach our Admissions team.
Admission Process
We are excited that you’re applying. Let’s get this simple, five-step process started for you:
Step 1: Download an application
You will find applications for all grade levels in one convenient location. You can even print the application if that works better for you.
Step 2: Complete the form
PreK enrollment is handled through the Alabama First Class Lottery, but for all other grades, fill out the application and submit a $25 application fee per child.
Step 3: Submit supporting documents
We will need to see final report cards, attendance records, and standardized test scores. Once students reach Grade 6, we’ll also need letters of recommendation.
Step 4: Schedule testing
We will reach out to you to find a time that works best for your family.
Step 5: Send in final documents
Once your student is accepted, we will need immunization records, family financial information, and the student’s birth certificate and Social Security card. At that time, you’ll pay a $35 enrollment fee per child. (No family pays more than $100.)
“After much prayer and consideration,
I made the choice to transfer my daughter to Cornerstone Elementary in the second grade. Initially, I was nervous and excited about this transition. My nervousness was put at ease within minutes of speaking to the front desk administrative staff. I felt welcomed and valued throughout our onboarding process. After our arrival, the welcoming spirit continued. The principal, staff, and teachers all provided the comfort and insight needed to help both myself and my daughter adjust to this new environment. Cornerstone has been the best educational decision I have made for my beautiful girl!”
— Lakia White, Cornerstone parent
Meet Our Admissions Team
Quick Links
As you review the admission process, we would like to equip you with all the resources you need to get started with your application. Here are other valuable links you can access:
Frequently Asked Questions
