Okanagan Christian School

About

Okanagan Christian School is located at 1035 Hollywood Rd S, Kelowna, BC V1X 4N3. The school describes itself as a privately operated Preschool–Grade 12 Christian school serving the Central Okanagan region since 1917, focused on academic excellence and spiritual growth. OCS emphasizes shaping character and helping students discover purpose within a Christian environment with biblical concepts infused into classroom instruction.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Central Okanagan)

Education language: The school’s core courses include English as part of the curriculum, and students can also take French or American Sign Language (offered from Grade 5–9, with ASL continuing in Grades 7–9). The sources provided do not describe any immersion or bilingual program, and they do not mention English Language Learner (ELL) services.

Religious affiliation: OCS describes itself as a Christian school that seeks to help students develop a closer friendship with Jesus, with biblical concepts infused into classroom instruction and experiences such as Bible classes and chapel services.

Grades: K-12

Phone: 250 860-5305

Email: principal@ocskelowna.com

Principal: Jordan Wirtz

Education Languages

The school’s core courses include English as part of the curriculum, and students can also take French or American Sign Language (offered from Grade 5–9, with ASL continuing in Grades 7–9). The sources provided do not describe any immersion or bilingual program, and they do not mention English Language Learner (ELL) services.

Religious Affiliation

OCS describes itself as a Christian school that seeks to help students develop a closer friendship with Jesus, with biblical concepts infused into classroom instruction and experiences such as Bible classes and chapel services.

Programs and Services

Music (Choral and Instrumental) OCS lists Music in multiple grades, including Music for Pre-K/Pre-School; Music (Choral and Instrumental) in Grades K–6; Choral Music in Grades 7–8; and Fine Arts options in Grades 10–12 including Choir. Athletics and extracurricular sports After-school care (Grow Zone) OCS offers the Grow Zone After School Care, a Christian-based, Interior Health–licensed program with art, learning activities, Bible-based themes, snacks, and daily outdoor play. Families are directed to contact the school for availability and registration. Early learning (Junior Kindergarten) OCS offers a Christian-based Preschool/Junior Kindergarten program for 4–5 year olds in a nurturing environment, staffed by Licensed Early Childhood Educators. Health and safety supports The school shares that it cares about students’ mental, emotional, and physical growth and aims to connect families with helpful resources and supports to help keep families healthy and safe.

• Elementary Floor Hockey (Grades K–6)
• Elementary Soccer (Grades K–6)
• CASA Junior Flag Football (Grades 6–10)
• CASA Junior Volleyball (Grades 6–10)
• CASA Senior Flag Football (Grades 9–12)
• CASA Senior Volleyball (Grades 9–12)

School Culture and Expectations

OCS frames its culture around Christian faith, including “learning to love like Jesus,” academic excellence, and spiritual growth. The school states it is concerned with shaping character and helping students discover purpose through biblical concepts and service opportunities. For new students, OCS notes a first-semester probation period and expectations such as honesty, positive social behaviours, regular attendance, and engagement in academic learning.

Enrollment

Families are asked to start by completing the school’s inquiry form. After initial inquiry questions are answered and suitability/space is determined, OCS sends a link to the application form; a non-refundable $50 application fee is listed. The school also notes families can schedule a tour and are invited to contact the school for more information.