Why consider Catholic Education?
When deciding between Catholic schools and public schools in Vancouver, BC, families often consider several factors based on their priorities and values. Here are some key considerations:
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A Faith-Filled Education
Catholic schools provide an education that integrates academic excellence with spiritual growth. Students are nurtured in a Christ-centered environment, where values like compassion, respect, and integrity are emphasized.
Key Benefits:
- Daily prayer and religious instruction.
- Opportunities for spiritual growth through sacraments, liturgies, and retreats.
- A curriculum rooted in gospel teachings and moral christian values (countering secularism in education).
Academic Excellence
Catholic schools are known for their commitment to high academic standards and student success. With extra educational support and dedicated teachers, your child will receive personalized attention to help them excel in all subject areas.
Key Benefits:
- Strong focus on core subjects like math, science, and language arts.
- Integration for the development of the whole child: intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
- Proven track record of high school preparation and success.
Community and Belonging
Enrolling your child in a Catholic school means joining a close-knit community that values collaboration and mutual support. Parents, students, and educators work together to create a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Key Benefits:
- Family-focused school culture that fosters lifelong friendships.
- Community service projects that instill a sense of responsibility and generosity.
- Celebrations of faith and cultural diversity.
- Opportunities to meet new people with similar goals and family values.
Character Formation
Catholic schools aim to shape not just academically successful students but also morally responsible individuals. Your child will learn to live out their faith through acts of kindness, service, and leadership.
Key Benefits:
- Programs focused on developing strong ethics and leadership skills.
- Encouragement to engage in volunteerism and social justice initiatives.
- Guidance from teachers and staff who model Christian values.
Affordable Education with Lasting Impact
The investment in your child’s future is one that pays lifelong dividends.
Key Benefits:
- An education that balances affordability with exceptional quality.
- Lifelong connections through alumni networks and faith communities.
Tuition fees are as follow:
- Category 1: $405
(Parishioner) - Category 2: $505
(Non-Parishioner – from a Parish outside the region) - Category 3: $605
(Non-Catholic)
Families may also incur additional costs for uniforms, materials & technology.
By choosing a Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic school,
you are providing your child with an education that
nurtures the mind, body, and soul. Prepare them for
a future filled with faith, purpose, and success.
Take the Next Step
Explore Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic school today
to see how we can support your family’s
educational and spiritual journey.
We operate under the guidance of the Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA), blending provincial curriculum with religious teachings.
