The quality of schools has not changed much in recent decades, yet the need for skilled life-long learners has. Learning for many students can sometimes be disconnected, inefficient and impersonal. Schools are too often a multi-year sentence. Students can pass by putting in their time. Teachers, limited by time, are forced to let things go. Personal excellence is achieved by the very few students who happen to have an ability and learning style that fits what's offered. There is a way to help all students reach excellence at an appropriate pace using learning styles best for them. This can be done without lowering expectations. It must be done in an environment that is safe and secure. Schools can become more positive and rewarding.

Scripture tells us that God made each one of us unique and with a purpose. It is unfortunate that most schools adopt a "one textbook fits all" approach to the classroom. A Christian School should operate in a way that focuses on the individual learner. The Bible and Jesus need to be explored through structured curriculum that supports the Christian world-view yet still addresses State Frameworks. It is the belief of Intentional Schools that a student's personal walk with Jesus Christ is the most important step in her life. The most important step for a Christian school is the development of a statement of belief, a statement of purpose, a defined role for parents, and goals for learners. Once these are in place the framework is ready to design an Intentional School.