Lions Gate Christian Academy

About

Lions Gate Christian Academy is located at 919 Tollcross Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7H 2G3. LGCA describes itself as a Christian community rooted in the teachings of Jesus, where students are loved, challenged, and equipped to be purposeful contributors in their communities. The school emphasizes a strong Christian community, a family atmosphere, and partnership with home and church, aiming to develop students academically and spiritually while encouraging caring hearts toward local and global communities.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (North Vancouver)

Education language: LGCA offers BC curriculum programming taught from a Christian worldview. The sources note that French instruction begins in Grade 4 and continues through high school; however, no immersion or bilingual program is described, and the sources do not describe English-language learner (ELL) supports.

Religious affiliation: LGCA is an independent, interdenominational Christian school rooted in the teachings of Jesus. The school teaches the BC curriculum from a Christian worldview and includes Bible curriculum and weekly chapel where staff, students, and parents worship together.

Grades: K-12

Phone: 604 984-8226

Email: office@lgca.ca

Principal: Adam Reid

Education Languages

LGCA offers BC curriculum programming taught from a Christian worldview. The sources note that French instruction begins in Grade 4 and continues through high school; however, no immersion or bilingual program is described, and the sources do not describe English-language learner (ELL) supports.

Religious Affiliation

LGCA is an independent, interdenominational Christian school rooted in the teachings of Jesus. The school teaches the BC curriculum from a Christian worldview and includes Bible curriculum and weekly chapel where staff, students, and parents worship together.

Programs and Services

Fine and Performing Arts / Music / Band LGCA holds school-wide musicals, concerts, and fine arts evenings, and elementary students (Kindergarten to Grade 5) participate in an annual Christmas concert. The music program begins in Grades 4 and 5, and starting in Grade 6 students can participate in band, exploring various instruments. Athletics and extracurricular sports Academic enrichment / advanced learning LGCA offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school, including AP Calculus 12, AP English Literature and Composition 12, AP World History: Modern 12, and AP Physics 12. The school also offers enrichment opportunities such as Junior Achievement BC (high school), World Scholar’s Cup Club (high school), and STEM Club (Grades 4 & 5). Service, missions, and leadership LGCA provides structured service opportunities across K–12, including items such as food drives, community clean-ups, Hope Club, and partnerships (e.g., Vancouver Food Bank, Union Gospel Mission, The Gleaners). Students work toward an international mission/service trip in Grade 11, and Bible classes include service learning connected to spiritual growth. Student supports / learning environment LGCA offers multi-grade classes at the 2/3, 4/5, and 6/7 levels, with placement based on multiple factors such as student needs, learning styles, and social/emotional/spiritual development. The school also provides tuition support (bursary/tuition assistance) for families experiencing financial hardship, based on conditions and criteria.

• Soccer
• Cross-country
• Tripleball
• Volleyball (girls, boys)
• Basketball (girls, boys)
• Badminton (co-ed options noted for high school)
• Track & Field
• Ultimate Frisbee (including co-ed option noted for high school)
• Swimming
• Wrestling
• Golf
• Floor hockey

School Culture and Expectations

LGCA emphasizes a family atmosphere built on parent participation and daily communication, with a stated focus on academic, spiritual, physical, emotional, moral, and social development. The school lists three school-wide expectations: demonstrate mutual respect (for God, yourself, and others), try your best, and have fun. LGCA also highlights service and “servant heart” opportunities throughout K–12 as part of student growth and leadership development.

Enrollment

LGCA directs families to follow its application process: download an information package and student application, complete forms, and submit required documentation (e.g., identification/immigration documents, vaccination record, most recent report card). Families can submit documents by email and pay a non-refundable application fee online, or drop off/mail documents to the school office and pay in person/by cheque; applicants are then scheduled for an interview and notified of acceptance. The school notes limited spaces (K–12) for the 2025–26 school year and provides the Registrar contact for questions.