Ben Lippen School

7401 Monticello Road

Columbia, SC 29203

34 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-12
Type

private

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Submitted by student on January 08, 2025

I have had primarily negative experiences at Ben Lippen as a student. While some of the teachers I have gotten have been nice and genuinely interested in connecting with me, I have had many experiences where I get dismissed among the crowd because I'm a quiet kid. I have also been traumatized from their "Camp Ben Lippen" they hold at the beginning of each year. They force us to go to a camp in North Carolina and do not allow us any alone time. They constantly throw surprises at us and keep us in the dark, making each day of this camp extremely scary. Not to mention they consistently brush off my mental disabilities, including an anxiety disorder. They claim that everyone has anxiety and we just need to trust in God, but did nothing for almost the entirety of an activity while I was having an active anxiety attack and forced me to keep going until it was almost done. The students are also very clique-y and often don't interact with people that have not previously known. The teachers push you to get the most out of your time by overloading with AP and Dual Credit classes even after I had to drop out of an AP class with a therapist note. They have also tried to claim before I did not have my singular accommodation going into a new year. They also primarily push their attention to the preforming arts and sports, and provide almost no support for the visual arts. This school makes me feel lost in a crowd, surrounded by people who scare me.
Submitted by other on January 31, 2024

All the teacher at this school are very friendly and responsible, I had wonderful experience in the classroom. But If you're an international student, I strongly advise against choosing this school. It was a regrettable decision for my parents and me. The boarding program contributed to an overwhelmingly oppressive environment. The conservative mindset among the boarding program staff created a suffocating atmosphere, and their use of harsh language, such as expressing disappointment over minor mistakes like forgetting to clean dishes, further intensified the negative experience. Additionally, the local students seem disinterested in engaging with international students. Despite raising these concerns with the principal, the response was dismissive, claiming that efforts were being made. These are clearly reoccurring issues that have never been improved.
Submitted by parent on October 20, 2022

Moving our children to Ben Lippen was one of the very best decisions we've made. The quality of education is unmatched! And the support by all faculty and administration is personal and valuable - they really do care about the overall wellbeing of each and every student! There's an intentional effort to develop each student in every way, academically, socially, spiritually, etc. The administration is focused on what's best for the students, and continues to make decisions that prove that. We love our BL family!
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2022

Ben Lippen School (BLS) has been a God sent for our girls. We home schooled our oldest daughter for middle school which we were blessed we could keep her home for a difficult time for children. As we were finalizing plans to do the same for our youngest daughter, God had other plans. He showed me private schools that we have thought over twice before. We started mulling over the idea of reconsidering private school for our oldest daughter’s high school years. Then we decided we would also send the youngest as well if they were accepted. This way there would not be any missed experiences shared from the oldest and no room for competition in the home. It was the best decision we could have made for our family. We don’t have the same worries as we did when our daughters attended public school. Our daughters also have a new perspective on being more Christ-like, school, and their overall educational goals. They absolutely love BLS!! They can’t wait to get to school in the mornings and we have to pull them away from school in the afternoons.BLS is a place that we feel our girls are safe, well educated, and most importantly are learning to put God first in everything they do. They are comfortable talking about God with their peers without feeling they will be shamed. That is all we can ask for for our family. BLS has become a family away from home for us. We fellowship through camps, mission trips, football games, home coming, coffee mingle, and other school events. Be open to a Christian education it has been a wonderful experience for our family. The investment is well worth iWhat I have learned is when God speaks, be open to listen and explore even when you think a situation is impossible. Because with God, any and everything is possible you just have to have faith the size of a mustard seed.
Submitted by parent on March 18, 2022

I have had elementary age children at Ben Lippen for 6 years now and I am a very happy parent. My children are challenged academically and spiritually. The school has a high standard for behavior and character. The teachers and staff couple the high standards with love, so, the children know that the teachers expect a lot from them but it is also a safe place for them. Ben Lippen has grown so much in the past three years and they have grown very successfully. Their staff hiring choices continue to impress me. They really find great people who are very qualified and are walking with God daily. I can’t wait for my children to enjoy all the wonderful opportunities that await them in the upper school. There are so many ways afforded to students to grow in Christian character and to know and love God. We love this school.
Submitted by parent on February 01, 2022

Our family is thrilled for our kids to attend Ben Lippen. Our children are thriving there. Ben Lippen is extended family to us. They provide a safe learning environment for their students and teach from a Biblical worldview that aligns with what our family values. One thing that strikes us is the importance that the teachers and faculty place on being relational with the students. As parents to a teenager, this is something that matters to us greatly. We knew Grace would flourish within the school and we loved knowing that our kids’ teachers would know and care about them personally. Our children aren’t just another number; they are souls that matter deeply to the heart of God and will matter to their teachers. Our family has become known by the faculty, staff and other students. We feel the family environment, care and love that Ben Lippen has to offer. We feel the Holy Spirit’s presence in this school. It is a place we trust will come alongside our family in raising our children to know Jesus and learn what it means to walk with Him daily and honor Him in all we do. We know an eternal impact is being made in the lives of our children by choosing Ben Lippen for our family!
Submitted by parent on January 20, 2022

Ben Lippen has been a fantastic place for our sophomore and senior in high school to began attending school after years of home-schooling. They have been welcomed, cared for, and challenged academically and spiritually by staff and faculty. The atmosphere is positive, encouraging and points them in the right direction. They have already made some wonderful memories and new friends in their first year at Ben Lippen while they are being well-prepared for their future endeavors.
Submitted by parent on January 13, 2020

We absolutely have been blown away by Ben Lippen. All the reasons I thought we were coming to Ben Lippen are there, however these have been multiplied by so many more! I've found at Ben Lippen, we are NOT here to "keep our kids from being exposed to certain things"...we are here to EXPOSE them to the many things at Ben Lippen. They have been given so much freedom at Ben Lippen to be all that the Lord has in store for them....which is so much more than I could ever plan out for them.
Submitted by parent on December 03, 2019

We are so grateful God led us to Ben Lippen. Our son has flourished spiritually, academically, and athletically since coming this year. He has great teachers, mentors, coaches, and friends. We are satisfied and certain that we made the right decision.
Submitted by parent on November 22, 2019

Simply stated: We love Ben Lippen! Because of their high academic standards, our children were behind in some areas when they first attended the school, but the teachers took the time necessary to work with each of them to ensure they caught up… Personal one-on-one attention is something that not many schools provide. Their love for and commitment to their students is unprecedented. Our children not only received the attention they needed to grow academically, but they are now thriving in their classrooms… Ben Lippen believes that every student is important. They are more than a name on a roster. They are part of their family.
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2019

Best of the best! Ben Lippen truly sets the bar for Christian education.
Submitted by parent on March 27, 2019

Such a great school for our child! We have seen him develop in so many areas. Would highly recommend Ben Lippen to any family!
Submitted by parent on October 27, 2018

Super conservative. Doesn't teach students to think for themselves.
Submitted by parent on May 04, 2018

Ben Lippen is a wonderful school! BL has been a great place for my kids to grow learn and be challenged. They have grown in their faith and have had many wonderful opportunities in sports, theater, and leadership. We are so thankful to have a Christian school for our kids to attend. Having a school that believes and teaches what we do at home is a huge blessing! BL strives to be better and better every year.
Submitted by parent on March 20, 2018

I could go on all day about Ben Lippen and how much we love our school. God is there-all day, everyday and every night, in every person, classroom, hall, gym, office, and on the fields. And we are growing in leaps and bounds thanks to Gods glory. We started school here a month into 3rd grade and my son is now in 9th grade. The best educational decision we've ever made!!
Submitted by parent on February 15, 2018

Ben Lippen School has been such a blessing to our family. The teachers and staff are so caring and supportive. My children love going to school every day. I know that my girls are being prayed for and that their teachers are sharing the word of God with them in all that they are learning. You cannot put a price tag on this! Along with superior academics they have access to an extensive list of extra curricular activities. My children are such a gift and therefore CHRISTIAN education is not an option. We are so thankful for all that Ben Lippen School has to offer and are confident that this is the best decision we have made for our girls.
Submitted by parent on February 07, 2018

My son's first year at Ben Lippen School has been amazing! From our initial visit, the presence of God was evident, with the students and faculty. Our son is receiving a Christ-centered education from a faculty that exhibits daily how much they care about his development: academically, spiritually, and socially. If we chose one word to describe Ben Lippen, it would be family. Observing how students, parents, and the staff interact, genuine care and love is evident. The peace we feel knowing our son is at Ben Lippen is immeasurable. He is being prepared for success, while living a Godly life. Sending your child(ren) to Ben Lippen will be the best decision you make; it has been for us!
Submitted by parent on February 02, 2018

Our family has been involved with Ben Lippen for over 14 years. My oldest two are now out of college with successful careers and my youngest is a junior in the high school. What a blessing!! The school is solid, the teaching excellent, the extra curricular activities plentiful, and the community outstanding. I honestly can't imagine going through the teen years without the ministry of BL to support the family and Christian values we teach at home. The dedication of the teachers and staff to serve the Lord by faithfully caring for and loving our children is evident. The community and teaching at BL helped prepare my children for the challenges of college life that can derail so many. As my oldest son said after a grueling initiation week into his military college, "Now I know why it was so important to memorize scripture all those years at Ben Lippen..I needed them this week!" My husband and I will be forever grateful for the Lord's marvelous and gracious provision for our family at Ben Lippen School.
Submitted by parent on January 24, 2018

Our experience has been a huge blessing! Ben Lippen is one big family that loves on and cares for my kids. I always feel like my kids are in a safe environment when I drop them off every morning. I know that when or if I have any problem they will bend over backwards to help solve any issue!
Submitted by parent on January 17, 2018

Ben Lippen School has been an excellent experience for our family academically, athletically, and spiritually. We are immensely thankful for this opportunity.