Cornerstone Christian Academy

About

Cornerstone Christian Academy is located at 7890 No. 5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2V2. The school describes itself as a Preschool–Grade 7 evangelical Christian school and a ministry of Cornerstone Evangelical Baptist Church, focused on a safe, caring, Christ-centered learning environment. It emphasizes academic excellence, Biblical principles, and character building from a biblical worldview.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Richmond)

Education language: The school notes that students seeking Grade School admission should be able to demonstrate good proficiency in English (speaking, reading, and understanding).

Religious affiliation: Cornerstone Christian Academy is an evangelical Christian school and a ministry of Cornerstone Evangelical Baptist Church, with an explicitly Christ-centered educational philosophy that integrates Biblical principles into the daily curriculum.

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 303-9181

Email: cca@cebccanada.com

Principal: Leila Chin

Education Languages

The school notes that students seeking Grade School admission should be able to demonstrate good proficiency in English (speaking, reading, and understanding).

Religious Affiliation

Cornerstone Christian Academy is an evangelical Christian school and a ministry of Cornerstone Evangelical Baptist Church, with an explicitly Christ-centered educational philosophy that integrates Biblical principles into the daily curriculum.

Programs and Services

Music / Band The school offers a band program for Grades 4–7, with options in wind, brass, and percussion. Students can begin in Junior Band and continue into Senior Band, with opportunities to perform at special occasions during the school year. Athletics and extracurricular sports Clubs and intramurals The school runs an intramural house program where students compete in activities such as sports, a reading program, and academic-based competitions, culminating in Sports Day. Various staff-sponsored clubs and after-school activities may be offered each year (examples listed include card making club and games club). Childcare / after-school care An After School Extended Care Program is available from 3:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., offering snack, homework time, and activity centres (e.g., reading centres, arts and crafts, special projects, imaginative play, and gym time). Food services An optional daily hot lunch program is available during the school year with western and Asian menu items; the site notes lunches do not cater to students with food allergies. Accessibility The school states it has an Accessibility Committee (established June 2023), a three-year accessibility plan (2024–2027), and a mechanism for families/community members to report accessibility accomplishments or barriers via an online form or through the office.

• Volleyball (after-school)
• Basketball (after-school)
• Ultimate frisbee (after-school)

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes a safe and caring learning community rooted in a Christ-centered, biblical worldview. It highlights character building and values such as responsibility, self-discipline, respect, and care for others. The school also states it welcomes all students into an inclusive, exciting, and challenging learning experience.

Enrollment

Families are directed to contact the school about admissions (including by email at cca@cebccanada.com). The admissions procedure describes submitting an application with a non-refundable fee and required documentation (for grades with openings), followed by assessment and a parent interview for selected applicants, with final approval by the Admissions Committee and an enrolment process after acceptance. The school also notes that international or out-of-province students must apply through its International Students Program and should contact the school for information.