Brainerd Baptist School is a coeducational, nondenominational, independent school serving more than 375 students in Pre-K through 5th grade. Founded in 1953 by Brainerd Baptist Church, the school maintains a close partnership with the church while operating as a legally separate 501(c)(3) organization with its own Board, endowment, budget, programs, and operations.

Since its founding, Brainerd Baptist School has earned a reputation as one of Chattanooga’s premier elementary schools. Our educational approach, exceptional teachers, and strong curriculum prepares students not only to gain admission to the area’s leading college preparatory middle and high schools, but also to thrive once they arrive. We work closely with partner schools across the region to ensure our students are fully equipped for the next step in their academic journeys.

CAMPUS

Brainerd Baptist School’s main academic building offers more than 100,000 square feet of learning space on an 8-acre campus located in Chattanooga’s historic Belvoir community. Our student body represents a wide range of urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods within a 30-mile radius of the city.

Tuition

Tuition rates vary based on part-time and full-time enrollment. To view the most current tuition information, please visit our tuition page.

FACULTY BY-THE-NUMBERS

63 total faculty and staff
50 teachers, support staff, and administrators
13 teacher assistants
45% of academic faculty hold advanced degrees

AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS

Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce

Mid-South Independent School Business Officers - (MISBO)

The Council on Educational Standards and Accountability - (CESA)

Northwest Evaluation Association - (NWEA)

Southern Association of Independent Schools – (SAIS)

Tennessee Association of Independent Schools – (TAIS)

United Way Center for Nonprofits– (CNP)

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Brainerd Baptist School is governed by an independent Board of Trustees. The Board provides strategic leadership, defines the school’s vision, and establishes key governance and fiduciary policies. Trustees serve three-year terms and operate within a committee-based structure. Each trustee serves on at least one committee, which is indicated alongside their name. To contact a trustee, simply click on their name to send an email.

Mrs. Tammy Barber - Governance, Strategic Planning

Mr. Jack Bowen - House & Grounds

Dr. Catie Clinard - (Secretary) - Executive, Strategic Planning

*Dr. Sean Corcoran (Head of School)

Mr. Jim Gilliland - (Vice Chair) - Executive, Strategic Planning

Mr. Thomas Green - Investment

Dr. David Haddock - (Treasurer) - Executive, Development/Investment, Strategic Planning

Mrs. Erin Hangstefer - Governance, Strategic Planning

*Dr. Curtis Hill - (Senior Pastor of BBC) Governance

Mrs. Amanda Jackson - Strategic Planning

Mrs. Lauren Kaywood - Investment

Dr. Taylor Lambert - Governance, Strategic Planning