How do we keep tuition affordable?
Bearspaw Christian School is one of Alberta’s top independent Christian schools. It is also one of the least expensive independent schools in Calgary. BCS relies on important tools to help keep tuition rates down: generous support from stakeholders, capital fee, and a variety of ongoing revenue streams.
Tuition
| Kindergarten | Elementary (Gr 1 to 4) | Middle School (Gr 5 to 8) | Senior High (Gr 9 to 12) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,400 | $7,600 | $7,600 | $8,600 |
| Large Family Discount: At BCS we provide large families with a discount to their tuition rate. The 2 oldest children in a family that attend BCS pay full tuition. The 3rd child receives a 50% discount, any subsequent children receive a 100% discount. Children that are enrolled in Kindergarten at BCS do not qualify for the discounted tuition rate. |
New Family Capital Bond and Fee
Families new to BCS who enroll in any grade from Kindergarten to Grade 12 are required to pay a one-time $2,500 refundable Capital Bond and a $2,500 non-refundable Capital Fee. The Capital Bond and Fee are vital for funding essential capital costs and are payable upon enrollment. BCS invites families to donate the $2,500 refundable bond so they may receive a charitable tax receipt in the year of the donation.
| Capital Bond and Fee for families new to BCS (per family) |
$2,500 Refundable Capital Bond | $2,500 Non-refundable Capital Fee |
| Kindergarten | Elementary (Gr 1 to 4) | Middle School (Gr 5 to 8) | Senior High (Gr 9 to 12) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,925 | $7,850 | $7,850 | $8,850 |
| Large Family Discount: At BCS we provide large families with a discount to their tuition rate. The 2 oldest children in a family that attend BCS pay full tuition. The 3rd child receives a 50% discount, any subsequent children receive a 100% discount. Children that are enrolled in Kindergarten at BCS do not qualify for the discounted tuition rate. |
New Family Capital Bond and Fee
Families new to BCS who enroll in any grade from Kindergarten to Grade 12 are required to pay a one-time $2,500 refundable Capital Bond and a $2,500 non-refundable Capital Fee. The Capital Bond and Fee are vital for funding essential capital costs and are payable upon enrollment. BCS invites families to donate the $2,500 refundable bond so they may receive a charitable tax receipt in the year of the donation.
| Capital Bond and Fee for families new to BCS (per family) |
$2,500 Refundable Capital Bond | $2,500 Non-refundable Capital Fee |
Additional Fees
Activity Fee
As a convenience to families we capture the majority of smaller, incidental fees that would be charged to parents over the course of the year in one payment. Expenses for school supplies in grade 4 and below, subject workbooks, study guides, gym clothes, yearbooks, most options, student council events and field trip costs are covered by a single fee.
$300 for Kindergarten
$450 for Grade 1 to 12
Field Trip Fee
When classes go on a larger, more substantial field trip, an additional fee may be charged to recover expenses. For example: the annual Grade 6 overnight campout has a $250 charge.
Middle and Senior High School Option Fee
There are a few options that may have extra costs associated with student consumables (ie. foods, outdoor education, etc).
Extracurricular Athletic Fee
Cost to participate in extracurricular athletics (cost varies per team and sport, $25 to $350).
Impact Trips in Senior High
Students have an opportunity to participate in several trips intended to develop their personal relationships with Jesus. Costs will be on a per trip basis and will be due prior to the trip.
Graduation Fee
Students in grade 12 are charged a fee related to graduation expenses. For 2025, this fee is $350 per graduate.