Kamloops Christian School

About

Kamloops Christian School is located at 750 Cottonwood Ave, Kamloops, BC V2B 3X2 in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. The school invites students to fulfill God’s purpose for their life: “Learn with Curiosity. Grow in Character. Build your Courage.” KCS is a non-denominational K–12 Christian independent school that implements the BC curriculum and integrates faith-based principles throughout learning.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Kamloops-Thompson)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: Kamloops Christian School describes itself as a non-denominational K–12 Christian school that integrates faith-based principles throughout its curriculum. The school’s Early Learning Centre also intentionally models Christian values and enriches programming with developmentally appropriate Biblical content (e.g., Bible stories, songs, and mealtime prayers).

Grades: K-12

Phone: 250 376-6900

Email: principal@kamcs.org

Principal: Karen Currie

Religious Affiliation

Kamloops Christian School describes itself as a non-denominational K–12 Christian school that integrates faith-based principles throughout its curriculum. The school’s Early Learning Centre also intentionally models Christian values and enriches programming with developmentally appropriate Biblical content (e.g., Bible stories, songs, and mealtime prayers).

Programs and Services

Early Learning Centre (preschool & childcare) KCS offers an Early Learning Centre with preschool (3–5 year olds) and childcare programs (1–2 year olds; 3–5 year olds), plus school-aged care (before & after school care for Kindergarten to Grade 12) and a summer program (Kindergarten to Grade 12). The Early Learning Centre states it follows the B.C. Early Learning Framework and ECEBC Code of Ethics, and aims to be inclusive and respectful of individual developmental levels and abilities. It also notes it offers Indigenous programming led by an Indigenous educator and that it is approved as part of BC’s $10/day daycare program. Faith-based learning approach The school states it integrates “Teaching for Transformation” faith-based principles throughout all curriculum.

School Culture and Expectations

The school frames its purpose around helping students “Learn with Curiosity. Grow in Character. Build your Courage.” The Early Learning Centre emphasizes a warm, supportive atmosphere where children and families feel accepted, loved, secure, and happy, and it describes an inclusive approach that respects individual developmental levels and abilities. The Early Learning Centre also states it welcomes families of all cultural and faith backgrounds and is working toward reconciliation with Indigenous People through Indigenous programming.

Enrollment

Families interested in attending are directed to book an Educational Consultation (talk & tour). Admissions steps include calling 250.376.6900 or emailing info@kamcs.org to book a consultation, completing and returning an application package, meeting with the Principal for a family interview, and then (if offered enrollment) submitting an emailed enrollment acceptance form. The admissions page also provides re-registration instructions for current families and notes tuition is set annually and that a charitable donation receipt may apply to the portion of tuition pertaining to religious instruction.