BC Muslim School

About

BC Muslim School is located at 12300 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6W 1B3. The school describes itself as an independent school that aims to provide a high level, well-rounded education aligned with the BC Ministry of Education curriculum while cultivating an Islamic spirit, values, and moral responsibility in students.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Richmond)

Education language: BC Muslim School offers an accredited Arabic as a Second Language program and provides French Language instruction in Grades 5 to 7. The sources do not explicitly state the main language used to teach the core curriculum, and they do not describe any bilingual or immersion program model.

Religious affiliation: BC Muslim School is an Islamic faith-based school that aims to cultivate an Islamic spirit and provide an Islamic foundation for life-long learning, emphasizing Islamic values and practices.

Grades: K-9

Phone: 604 270-2511

Email: bcmsprincipal@bcmaschools.ca

Principal: Mohamed Bush

Education Languages

BC Muslim School offers an accredited Arabic as a Second Language program and provides French Language instruction in Grades 5 to 7. The sources do not explicitly state the main language used to teach the core curriculum, and they do not describe any bilingual or immersion program model.

Religious Affiliation

BC Muslim School is an Islamic faith-based school that aims to cultivate an Islamic spirit and provide an Islamic foundation for life-long learning, emphasizing Islamic values and practices.

Programs and Services

**Remedial and resource support** BC Muslim School states it offers “Remedial and Resource Programs for all Grade Levels.” **Islamic Studies** The school highlights a “Solid Islamic Studies Program” and an overall Islamic environment intended to support students’ moral character and Islamic manners alongside academic learning. **Arabic as a Second Language** The school provides an “Accredited Arabic as a Second Language Program.” **French Language (Grades 5–7)** French Language is offered for students in Grades 5 to 7. **Family communication (BC Muslim School App)** The BC Muslim School App is offered to help families receive daily communications and updates from school administration and teachers. **Parent involvement (PAC/volunteering)** The school encourages parent participation, including volunteering through the PAC Committee and supporting learning at home.

School Culture and Expectations

The school motto is “Perseverance, Excellence, Commitment and Knowledge.” The school emphasizes Islamic values and practices, moral and social responsibility, and aims to promote ethnic equality, religious tolerance, and harmonious co-existence with diverse communities. It also states that it imparts respect and obedience to the law and expects students and staff to lead peaceful, law-abiding lives. The admissions page also outlines school uniform expectations, including a mandatory hijab/head cover for girls from Grades 4 to 9.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

BC Muslim School provides bus transportation to and from school within set boundaries that may change year to year. Families must submit a School Bus Service Application Form (and sign the bus service contract), but applying does not guarantee service; bus availability depends on routes, capacity, and driving restrictions. Pick-up and drop-off must be at designated locations, and families are asked to allow up to 3 working days for scheduling, after which the bus coordinator will contact them with times.

Enrollment

Admissions for Grades KG–9 start with an online application submitted through TUIO (the school’s online registration platform). After the application is approved, the school schedules an in-person academic assessment; successful results are followed by a welcome email with school protocols and procedures. Applications may be waitlisted until a spot is available and the student becomes officially enrolled.