About Ephesus Jr. Academy
Where Excellence Is No Accident
At Ephesus Jr. Academy (EJA), we believe every child has been created with purpose, gifted with potential, and called to make a difference. Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, EJA is a Kindergarten through 8th grade Seventh-day Adventist Christian school committed to developing the whole child—academically, spiritually, socially, and physically. Our school combines rigorous academics with Christ-centered values in a safe, nurturing environment where students are known, challenged, and inspired to thrive.
For more than 70 years, Ephesus Jr. Academy has been serving families throughout Central Virginia by providing a personalized educational experience built on strong relationships, small class sizes, and high expectations. We believe that excellence is intentional, and our students are encouraged to pursue academic achievement while developing integrity, leadership, compassion, and a lifelong love of learning.
A Modern Education with Timeless Values
Today's students need more than traditional instruction—they need opportunities to explore, create, solve problems, and lead. That's why EJA is expanding learning beyond the classroom through innovative programming that prepares students for success in high school, college, careers, and life.
Students benefit from opportunities such as:
- STEAM Fridays featuring hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics experiences
- Swimming instruction
- Choir and Fine Arts
- Chess Club and strategic thinking programs
- Outdoor Learning experiences
- Leadership and service opportunities
- Technology-integrated instruction
- High school credit opportunities for qualifying middle school students
Every program is intentionally designed to cultivate creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and strong Christian character.
Learning That Inspires Purpose
At Ephesus Jr. Academy, education is about more than earning grades—it's about discovering God's purpose for each student's life. Our dedicated teachers partner with families to help students become confident learners, compassionate leaders, and responsible citizens who positively impact their communities.
We strive to create an environment where students feel valued, challenged, and supported every day. Whether solving complex math problems, conducting science experiments, serving the community, performing in choir, or strengthening their faith, our students are encouraged to pursue excellence in everything they do.
Join the EJA Family
We invite you to discover the Ephesus difference.
Come experience a school where faith and academic excellence work together, innovation is embraced, relationships matter, and every child is prepared to become a future leader.
Ephesus Jr. Academy
Where Excellence Is No Accident.
Educating the Future Leaders of Tomorrow.
