John Knox Christian - Elementary Campus

About

John Knox Christian School’s Elementary Campus is located at 8260 13th Ave, Burnaby, BC V3N 2G5. The school describes itself as established in 1955 and offering an interdenominational, multicultural, Christ-centred education with high academic standards, preparing students for a life of transformation and service.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Burnaby)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: John Knox Christian School describes its program as grounded in a Biblical Christian perspective and provides Christ-centred education (interdenominational).

Grades: K-6

Phone: 604 522-1410

Email: info@johnknoxbc.org

Principal: Jacob Rodgers

Religious Affiliation

John Knox Christian School describes its program as grounded in a Biblical Christian perspective and provides Christ-centred education (interdenominational).

Programs and Services

After-school care & enrichment After School Care is available; families are directed to contact the elementary office for details or to register. The school also lists after-school options such as art classes and “Hawkeyes” coding classes (and notes other options may be shared in the school newsletter). Athletics and extracurricular sports Student support / special education Educational Support Services (ESS) provides inclusive education and learning assistance supports, including in-class support and individual/small-group interventions. Supports may include social-emotional, literacy, and numeracy help; sensory integration programs; coordination of speech and language services; and enriched or adapted curriculum based on student needs. The school notes it is important for applying families to disclose prior assessments or specialist interventions and that an ESS application form is available. Learning / enrichment programs The Structure of Intellect (SOI) and IPP (Integrated Practice Protocol) programs support areas such as academics, focus/attention, and auditory/visual processing. All Kindergarten students participate in SOI; after Kindergarten, entry for Grades 1–2 is by referral from parents, teachers, and resource staff, with individualized protocols for referred students.

• Co-ed Cross Country
• Co-ed Aquatics
• Boys Soccer
• Boys Volleyball
• Girls Volleyball
• Boys Basketball
• Girls Basketball
• Ski & Snowboarding
• Track & Field
• Badminton
• Ultimate
• Golf
• Grade 8 & 9 Boys Volleyball

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s mission and vision emphasize a secure learning environment where each student is nurtured, encouraged, and challenged, with an environment that promotes faith formation, worship, and prayer. Core values include educational excellence, a Biblical worldview, Christ-like character, and community. The school also states a commitment to respecting others “irrespective of their gender, race, culture, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity and expression.”

Enrollment

Families are directed to complete an Admissions Inquiry form to request information about applying, a tour, or other admissions details. The website also provides a “How to Apply” section organized in steps.