Our Lady of Mercy

About

Our Lady of Mercy School is located at 7481 10th Avenue, Burnaby, BC V3N 2S1. The school describes itself as “a mosaic of all God’s children,” striving through Jesus to develop individual potential with respect and acceptance for all, while welcoming parent involvement as partners in the school community.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Burnaby)

Education language: Our Lady of Mercy offers a French program using the AIM Language Learning method (focused on speaking, reading, writing, and listening). The Learning Resource Centre also notes specialized support services, including resources for English language learners.

Religious affiliation: Our Lady of Mercy is a Catholic, faith-based school that fosters prayer and spiritual awareness through religious instruction, liturgy, and personal example, and follows CISVA (Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese) admission policy.

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 526-7121

Email: office@ourladyofmercy.ca

Principal: Neva Grout

Education Languages

Our Lady of Mercy offers a French program using the AIM Language Learning method (focused on speaking, reading, writing, and listening). The Learning Resource Centre also notes specialized support services, including resources for English language learners.

Religious Affiliation

Our Lady of Mercy is a Catholic, faith-based school that fosters prayer and spiritual awareness through religious instruction, liturgy, and personal example, and follows CISVA (Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese) admission policy.

Programs and Services

Music The school lists Music as a program area for students. French Our Lady of Mercy offers a French program using the AIM Language Learning method within a Catholic setting, emphasizing communication and development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Learning Resource Centre (Library / Learning Commons) The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) provides curriculum-aligned learning resources (including technology and multimedia), religious texts, and spaces for study and collaboration. It also describes specialized support services for diverse learning needs, including assistive technology and resources for English language learners. Athletics and extracurricular sports Physical Education The Physical Education program focuses on building students’ physical literacy through team and individual sports, fitness, creative movement, and wellness. Outdoor activities may include swimming, ice skating, and hiking.

• Volleyball
• Soccer
• Basketball
• Track and Field
• Dance
• Tennis
• Skating

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes respect and acceptance for all, and describes itself as a safe and inclusive environment. It highlights Catholic values integrated into the curriculum and a welcoming, close-knit community with collaborative parent involvement.

Enrollment

The school directs families to apply by downloading application form(s) and submitting completed forms by scanning/emailing them to [email protected] or dropping them off at the school office during school hours. The school follows the CISVA admission policy and provides an Admissions section with “Admission Process and Policy,” “Applications and Resources,” and “Tuition Fees.”