Our Lady of Perpetual Help

About

Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH) School is located at 2550 Camosun St, Vancouver, BC V6R 3W6. The school describes itself as “an inclusive community of faith and learning” and says it works cooperatively with the parish to support families in the spiritual development of their children. OLPH also highlights co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities and a partnership with parents to provide the best possible school experience.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Vancouver)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: OLPH is a Catholic school that works cooperatively with Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish and follows admissions policy established by the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA).

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 228-8811

Email: docallaghan@olphbc.ca

Principal: N/A

Religious Affiliation

OLPH is a Catholic school that works cooperatively with Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish and follows admissions policy established by the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA).

Programs and Services

Junior Kindergarten (4-year-old program) The Junior Kindergarten program is under the direction of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish and offers a five-day program for 4-year-olds. The school notes that acceptance into Junior Kindergarten is not direct entry into the main school for Kindergarten. Co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities The school states that staff provide students with “a myriad of opportunities” through co-curricular and extra-curricular programs.

School Culture and Expectations

The school describes itself as “an inclusive community of faith and learning” and emphasizes partnership with parents and collaboration with the parish. In its Junior Kindergarten vision, the school highlights nurturing kindness, respect for similarities and differences, collaboration, curiosity, and supporting children’s holistic development (mind, body, and spirit).

Enrollment

Applications are submitted through the school’s online student application form. The admissions process follows CISVA policy priorities (including priority for active, practicing parish families) and may include an interview; families are later notified of acceptance or wait-list status. The school lists required documents (e.g., proof of status/ID, baptismal certificate if applicable, report cards if applicable, photo) and a non-refundable application fee, and notes a non-refundable September tuition deposit is required upon acceptance.