Pacific Academy

About

Pacific Academy is located at 10238 168 St, Surrey, BC V4N 1Z4. It is an independent, co-ed Christian school serving Junior Kindergarten (ages 3–4) through Grade 12, with a mission to develop “Christ-centred learners equipped to lead and serve.” The school describes itself as weaving a spiritual component into academics and offering an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme opportunity for Grades 11–12.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Surrey)

Education language: The sources do not state the language(s) used for core instruction. Pacific Academy’s International Program materials note that a student writing sample helps the school “customize [the student’s] English language support,” but no broader ELL program details are provided.

Religious affiliation: Pacific Academy is a Christian school with a Statement of Faith described as distinctly Evangelical and Pentecostal. The school states it is “empowered by the Holy Spirit” and aims to build a Christ-centred learning community.

Grades: K-12

Phone: 604 581-5353

Email: colleen.drisner@mypacificacademy.net

Principal: Kevin Kraushar

Education Languages

The sources do not state the language(s) used for core instruction. Pacific Academy’s International Program materials note that a student writing sample helps the school “customize [the student’s] English language support,” but no broader ELL program details are provided.

Religious Affiliation

Pacific Academy is a Christian school with a Statement of Faith described as distinctly Evangelical and Pentecostal. The school states it is “empowered by the Holy Spirit” and aims to build a Christ-centred learning community.

Programs and Services

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Pacific Academy offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme opportunity for students in Grades 11 and 12. Arts (music, performance, and visual arts) The school offers music classes such as band, orchestra, choir, and praise worship electives, along with opportunities in visual art and drama. Students participate in dramatic and musical performances, and student artwork is displayed at school. Athletics and extracurricular sports Community Education (PACE) / after-school and summer opportunities Pacific Academy includes a PACE program with camps and clubs on campus intended for after-school and summer engagement (examples mentioned include sports, music, visual art, and dance). The site also notes PACE after-school programs have been postponed until further notice; listed after-school offerings include basketball, volleyball, and soccer. International Program (Grades 9–12) Pacific Academy offers an International Program with a limited number of seats for international students in Grades 9–12 and includes homestay expectations (living with a blood relative or an English-speaking Christian family).

• Basketball
• Floor hockey
• Soccer
• Golf
• Gymnastics
• Track and field
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Badminton

School Culture and Expectations

Pacific Academy emphasizes Christian education and spiritual growth alongside academics, describing itself as a community of Christ-centred learners led by the Holy Spirit. Its stated core values include a Christ-centred relationship with God, excellence and innovation, a community reflecting Christ, and service and leadership within and beyond the school community. The admissions section directs families to review the school’s Statement of Faith and Parents’ Code as part of the application process.

Enrollment

Families apply through Pacific Academy’s admissions process for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, and the school states it does not have an application deadline (seats are offered as they become available). After submitting information, families are contacted by email about application status; interviews are scheduled if a seat may be available. The admissions page also outlines required documentation and notes that tuition assistance may be available by contacting the registrar.