Our Lady of Fatima

About

Our Lady of Fatima School is located at 315 Walker St, Coquitlam, BC V3K 4C7. The school describes itself as a Class 1 Independent school in British Columbia offering both English and French Immersion from Kindergarten to Grade 7 within a Christ-centered community.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Coquitlam)

Education language: Our Lady of Fatima School offers dual-stream instruction in English and French Immersion, with both English classes and French Immersion classes at every grade level from Kindergarten to Grade 7.

Religious affiliation: Our Lady of Fatima School is a faith-based Roman Catholic school that describes itself as a Christ-centered community and follows the BC curriculum with the addition of the Archdiocesan religion curriculum.

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 936-4228

Email: mkatsionis@fatimaschool.ca

Principal: Maria Katsionis

Education Languages

Our Lady of Fatima School offers dual-stream instruction in English and French Immersion, with both English classes and French Immersion classes at every grade level from Kindergarten to Grade 7.

Religious Affiliation

Our Lady of Fatima School is a faith-based Roman Catholic school that describes itself as a Christ-centered community and follows the BC curriculum with the addition of the Archdiocesan religion curriculum.

Programs and Services

**Music** The school employs a full-time music teacher, and describes cultural events and performances as a major component of school life. **Athletics and extracurricular sports** **Student support / learning support** The school states it has a policy of accommodating children with special needs and including them within the regular classroom setting. It also offers a Learning Assistance Centre (LAC) led by a learning assistance coordinator, with English and French LAC coordinators listed on staff.

• Boys Soccer (Grades 4–7)
• Girls Soccer (Grades 4–7)
• Boys Volleyball (Grades 6–7)
• Girls Volleyball (Grades 5–7)
• Boys Basketball (Grades 5–7)
• Girls Basketball (Grades 5–7)
• Track & Field (Grades 2–7)
• Cross Country (Grades 2–7)

School Culture and Expectations

The school describes itself as a Christ-centered community focused on a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where students can develop morally, intellectually, socially, and physically. Its vision includes appreciating and celebrating cultural diversity, using best teaching practices, and supporting students’ spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. The school also emphasizes values such as honesty, integrity, good judgement, tolerance, and respect for others.

Enrollment

Student applications must be submitted to the school office. The admissions process includes submitting an application, a family interview with the Principal and Pastor (and sometimes an appropriate teacher), and then registration once approved. The school publishes admissions priority criteria and posts application forms and tuition fee information on its website.