The bardstown way

We believe an education must be personalized – developing the heart, mind and body of every child. Through innovative teaching and offerings, our students enjoy their education journey and are better prepared for their future.

Relationships are at the heart of Bardstown City Schools. As tigers, we love and support one another. Our staff members know each student by name and often know their family, making it possible to support students in ways that reach beyond the classroom. This personal approach, paired with comprehensive programming and opportunities for involvement beyond the classroom at all grade levels, gives students a unique and fulfilling educational experience.

BCS is a proud vibrant community. Not only do we embrace diversity, we celebrate it. Our students come from many backgrounds and cultures. We serve families that speak 12 different languages. Through special education and gifted and talented programs, we help ensure that students are provided with services and opportunities that help them advance to their highest levels. Our school community is focused on growing students into ethical global citizens that can demonstrate empathy, compassion, and respect for others.

We strive for excellence in all that we do from academics to athletics and the arts.

• BCS is an established leader in preschool education in Kentucky.

• Our four-year-old students at Bardstown Early Childhood Education Center consistently score well above the state average on kindergarten readiness scores.

• Our students' preparedness for the next step continues at Bardstown High School where our students proudly hold the highest ACT scores in the region.

• In 2019, the US News and World Report recognized Bardstown High School as one of the top high schools in the United States.

• In 2019, Nelson County residents voted all five BCS schools “Best of Nelson County”.

• Through our Strings Program beginning in third grade students receive string instrument instruction.