Admissions FAQs

We don’t require a uniform at this time. Our dress code reflects our values while helping keep tuition affordable. Students are provided with standardized gym shirt.

You can find our full tuition and fees breakdown here: Tuition and Fees.

We are an elementary school serving students from Junior Kindergarten (JK) to Grade 8.

As space is limited, we recommend filling out the wait pool application as early as possible. For JK, reach out by December (or earlier) of the year before you wish to start.

An additional $600 international student fee applies.

Opportunities vary each year but may include choir, sports teams (soccer, volleyball, basketball), intramurals, student council, and interest-based clubs such as chess, creative arts, and knitting. Leadership teams help with activities such as worship, recycling, delivering the lunch program, and playground duties.

Our Learning Support team works closely with teachers to meet student needs through in-class help, small-group instruction, individual plans (IEPs), and resource room support. All students are assessed upon enrollment to evaluate the best way to support their academic journey.

Yes. Grades 5 and 6 participate in an Extended French program (approximately 400min/week) focusing on authentic communication and literacy. All other grades receive 200 minutes of French weekly.

We offer after school care (until 5:30 p.m.) for an additional fee with limited spots. Morning supervision starts at 8:00 a.m.  We do not offer a formal before school program.

No, but we can recommend local daycares. Email [email protected] for suggestions.

Classes run from 8:25 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.

No. We believe all God’s people serve in ministry in different ways and keep tuition consistent for everyone.

Yes. Our bursary program provides a tuition bursary to families that qualify. It is managed by a third party and awarded anonymously. Email [email protected] to learn more.

OCS is a non-denominational Christian school. Our families come from many church backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to Christ-centered education and the values that we hold to as outlined in the constitution included in our information package.

Yes. All students have Bible integrated into their daily teaching including specific Bible classes, daily devotions and prayer, and regular chapel services.

We require all families to have at least 1 parent active and attending a Bible believing church and to respect and support our Christian mission, values, and teaching.

Faith in Christ is interwoven into every sphere of our lives—our teachers integrate this Christian worldview into all subjects and activities, helping students see God’s truth in every aspect of life.

OCS follows the Ontario curriculum as a guide to skills taught. This is enriched with Christian perspectives/content and additional resources to support faith-based learning.

Class sizes vary, depending on the needs of each classroom.  However, generally we have class sizes in JK-K under 21, Gr. 1-3 under 23 and Gr. 4-8 under 25.

Technology is used intentionally to support learning, not distract from it. Students have access to Chromebooks and other tools as needed for class projects.

Yes, we follow a similar calendar to the local public school board, with some differences for professional development and special events.

Yes! We offer a weekly hot lunch program that families can sign up for in advance.

Our approach to discipline focuses on creating healthy communities. We utilize restorative practices in which students take responsibility for their actions in a Christ-like way and take step

Absolutely. We love parent volunteers and welcome families to participate in events, field trips, and our Parent Association.