Bearspaw Christian School campus in Calgary, Alberta

Bearspaw Christian School

Calgary, AlbertaDay · Co-edGrades Nursery – 12OtherEst. 1998
Grades
Nursery – 12
Enrollment
900
Founded
1998
Campus
39 acres
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Bearspaw Christian School

Our mission is to partner with families to realize Christ-like character and personal academic excellence in each student.

Bearspaw Christian School is an independent, multi-denominational Christian school for Kindergarten to Grade 12 located in northwest Calgary. The school offers a Christ-centered education, inspiring students to excel academically and spiritually. BCS is committed to affordability, ranking among the most affordable independent Christian schools in Calgary.

Core Values

IntegrityExcellenceCharacterCommunitySpiritual Growth

Teaching Philosophy

At BCS, we work together to make Christ the center of everything we do. We view every aspect of school as an opportunity for discipleship.

Faith Tradition: Other

What Makes Bearspaw Christian School Special

  • Christ-centered education
  • Affordable independent Christian school
  • Strong community involvement

Academics

Curriculum

Bearspaw Christian School offers Traditional and Other curriculums, with specializations in Leadership.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Rigorous

Programs & Extracurriculars

Clubs & Activities

3 programs
Worship teamStudent Leadership (Student Life)Intramurals (Athletics)

Campus & Facilities

Bearspaw Christian School sits on a 39 acres-acre campus.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid
Not available

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Admissions

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Reference letters
  • Essay
  • Interview

Community & Culture

Bearspaw Christian School cultivates a faith-centered community where discipleship is woven into every aspect of school life. Students experience weekly chapel with worship led by student teams, Bible curriculum at each grade level, and spiritual formation trips that extend locally, across Canada, and globally. The school emphasizes authentic Christianity—where faith informs academics, athletics, arts, and discipline—rather than being compartmentalized. Staff model Christ-like character, and the environment is described as one where students are loved, grace is extended, and no one is left to struggle alone. Beyond academics, students engage in intramural sports, talent shows, science fairs, cultural celebrations, and service opportunities that reflect the school's commitment to helping st

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion information is not prominently featured on the website. While the school describes itself as multi-denominational and Christian, and mentions a Resource Team that provides support for individual student needs, specific DEI initiatives, statements about welcoming diverse backgrounds, or programs addressing equity are not detailed in the available content.

Parent Involvement

Parents are positioned as essential partners in the school's mission. The school facilitates weekly parent prayer groups for the school, students, and families, and offers teaching nights led by the Director of Discipleship on culturally relevant topics to equip parents for faith conversations at home. Families are invited to participate in fundraisers and volunteer opportunities throughout the year to help keep tuition affordable. The school maintains a dedicated Resource Team that partners with parents to address individual student needs, and communication occurs through the BCS Parent Portal, newsletters, and the BCS Connect Newsletter. The admissions process itself emphasizes partnership, with consultations framed as two-way discernment between school and family.

Accreditations & Recognition

Alberta EducationACSIAISCAISAA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bearspaw Christian School

Bearspaw Christian School serves students in grades Nursery-12.

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