Bulkley Valley Christian School

About

Bulkley Valley Christian School serves families in Smithers, BC (mailing address: Po Box 3635, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0). BVCS is an interdenominational independent school offering a fully accredited Kindergarten–Grade 12 program aligned to the concept-based, competency-driven British Columbia curriculum. The school’s stated purpose is to educate students to seek and serve Christ, with instruction shaped by a reformed understanding of the Scriptures and a commitment to Christian education and community.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Bulkley Valley)

Education language: BVCS’s international programs note that international students may enroll to improve English fluency and participate in academic and non-academic courses, or to work toward a British Columbia High School Diploma. The sources do not explicitly state the school’s core language(s) of instruction for the K–12 program or describe an ELL program.

Religious affiliation: Bulkley Valley Christian School is a Christian, interdenominational independent school. The school’s mission and admissions materials emphasize a distinctly Biblical Christian education shaped by a reformed understanding of the Scriptures, and the school encourages families to be part of a Bible-based Christian church.

Grades: K-12

Phone: 250 847-4238

Email: office@bvcs.ca

Principal: Chris Steenhof

Education Languages

BVCS’s international programs note that international students may enroll to improve English fluency and participate in academic and non-academic courses, or to work toward a British Columbia High School Diploma. The sources do not explicitly state the school’s core language(s) of instruction for the K–12 program or describe an ELL program.

Religious Affiliation

Bulkley Valley Christian School is a Christian, interdenominational independent school. The school’s mission and admissions materials emphasize a distinctly Biblical Christian education shaped by a reformed understanding of the Scriptures, and the school encourages families to be part of a Bible-based Christian church.

Programs and Services

**Early learning (Preschool / Parent & Tot)** BVCS offers a preschool program and a parent & tot drop-in program, alongside its K–12 campus in Smithers. **Athletics and extracurricular sports (BVCS Royals Athletics)** **International student programs** BVCS offers multiple enrollment options for international students, including a one-year/one-semester cultural experience program (focused on English skills and cultural awareness), a three-year International Program for earning a BC high school diploma, and a three-year part-time International Blended Program. **Graduation-related service learning (Grades 8–12)** Students in Grades 8–12 are required to complete service hours in community, church, and school settings as part of BVCS requirements and (for Grades 10–12) graduation requirements.

• Basketball
• Volleyball
• Intramural sports (including floor hockey, indoor soccer, wide games, 3-point competitions, ping pong tournaments)

School Culture and Expectations

BVCS emphasizes Christian character and community, describing a shared faith in Jesus Christ and a mission of joyful obedience to Christ. In athletics, the school states it seeks a Christian attitude through team prayer, sportsmanship, respecting officials, and graciousness in both wins and losses. For secondary students, service hours are a stated expectation, completed through community, church, and school.

Enrollment

Families are encouraged to start by inquiring (booking a visit or phone call), then submit a printed application to the office, followed by an admissions interview and student assessment. Offers of admission are based on factors including the school’s ability to meet a child’s educational needs, class limits, and alignment with the school’s underlying philosophy. BVCS notes a tuition assistance program is available, but not in a family’s first year.