First Baptist Classical Academy of Kamlo

About

First Baptist Classical Academy is located at 454 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2T5 (at First Baptist Church) in Downtown Kamloops. The school says it exists to glorify Jesus Christ by partnering with families to cultivate wise, virtuous, and humble students through an excellent study of what is “true, good, and beautiful,” using a Christian and classical approach to education.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Kamloops-Thompson)

Education language: The sources do not explicitly state the language(s) used for core instruction or describe an immersion/bilingual program. A testimonial mentions students learning “a new language,” but the school does not name a specific language program or ELL services on the provided pages.

Religious affiliation: FBCA describes itself as Christ-centered, aims to glorify Jesus Christ, defers to the authority of the Scriptures, and employs Christian teachers. The school operates at First Baptist Church.

Grades: K-11

Phone: 250 828-6222

Email: james.casson@firstbaptistkamloops.org

Principal: James Casson

Education Languages

The sources do not explicitly state the language(s) used for core instruction or describe an immersion/bilingual program. A testimonial mentions students learning “a new language,” but the school does not name a specific language program or ELL services on the provided pages.

Religious Affiliation

FBCA describes itself as Christ-centered, aims to glorify Jesus Christ, defers to the authority of the Scriptures, and employs Christian teachers. The school operates at First Baptist Church.

Programs and Services

Classical education (Trivium: Grammar / Logic / Rhetoric) FBCA describes its instructional approach as grounded in the Trivium—grammar, logic, and rhetoric—as the foundation of a thoroughly Christ-centered, classical education. It explains these stages as aligning with grade groupings (K–6 Grammar; starting in Grade 7 Logic; Grades 10–12 Rhetoric) and emphasizes critical thinking, clear communication, and lifelong learning skills. Student support / accessibility accommodations The school invites families to report accessibility barriers or helpful supports, and notes that if a family needs an accommodation for a student (or if something is urgent), they should contact the school directly. Feedback is reviewed quarterly by the FBCA Accessibility Team for future accessibility planning.

School Culture and Expectations

FBCA emphasizes Christian faith and character formation, describing a goal of cultivating wise, virtuous, and humble students and fostering a “flourishing community.” The school states it employs Christian teachers with high moral character, defers to the authority of the Scriptures, and seeks to “exalt God” in all it does. Family partnership and relationship-building are highlighted as central to the school’s approach.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Students are to be dropped off in the West Parking Lot and enter through the front door. Parents/guardians of Kindergarten–Grade 1 students must pick up in person, and K–1 students will only be released to individuals listed on the approved pick-up form. The West Parking Lot is reserved for K–1 families; other families are directed to park in the Back or East lots. The posted maximum speed is 10 km/hr, and the school warns that winter conditions can make the parking lot icy and slippery; dogs are not allowed on the grounds or inside the building.

Enrollment

Families can apply by downloading the application and submitting it by email to fbc@firstbaptistkamloops.org or dropping it off at the school office. After the application is received, the school states families will be contacted to schedule a placement exam and a family interview. Tours can be booked by emailing or calling the office (250-828-6222).