Our Mission & Story
WHAT WE ARE
A Christ-centered, intercultural, Spanish and Mandarin immersion Academy
WHY WE DO IT
Research shows that children only have until they are about 7 years of age to acquire languages at a native level. We also know that children who learn two languages are more capable of learning additional languages. Bilingual children demonstrate higher proficiencies in English, math, and critical thinking. Providing such a gift to your children opens countless doors for their lives, and we believe it is one of the first steps to inspiring our children to become world changers. Another major step to changing the world is learning to love others just as Jesus loves us, and we will model this for your child every day.
OUR MISSION
In partnership with parents, CBA exists to inspire world changers through Christ-centered, intercultural, immersion-based education.
THE VISION
Having studied education his whole career, Dr. Johnson has set out to build his dream school for his children. Yet, his vision essentially goes beyond his children to his community, for he believes the core of education is to inspire children to change their world (not be the center of their worlds). Based on his doctoral research on bilingual and intercultural education, Charleston Bilingual Academy was founded on the powerful mission of “Inspiring World Changers” through Christ-centered, intercultural, language immersion education.
Through a project-based approach, CBA engages children’s language geniuses and various cultures, carving characters, instilling the love of God, and equipping intellects, in efforts to inspire children to impact lives around them regardless of linguistic and cultural barriers.
GROWTH
Since opening our doors in 2014, Charleston Bilingual Academy has grown to over 400 students, spanning 2-year-olds through High School.
Through a groundbreaking partnership with Charleston Southern University, CBA is able to sponsor H1B1 visas, allowing us to build a diverse, international team. Today, our school family includes over 80 incredible faculty and staff from around the world.
CBA currently operates on two campuses and is joyfully preparing to launch our High School campus in 2026 at Centerpoint Church on Remount Road.
Excitement is already building as families, teachers, and students envision a campus where faith and learning continue to flourish—where a world class Christ-centered education will inspire young leaders to impact the world for His glory. The High School campus represents more than just growth—it’s a bold step toward shaping generations of scholars and disciples ready to lead, serve, and shine brightly in their communities and around the world.
