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 9) | Senior High (Gr 10 to 12) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,000 | $7,350 | $7,350 | $8,350 |
| Family Tuition Maximum (does not include Additional Fees) |
3 students: $18,200 | 4 students: $19,250 | 5 students: $20,300 |
Additional Fees
Activity Fee
Student expenses such as school supplies, subject workbooks, study guides, gym clothes, yearbooks, most options, student council events, activity and field trip costs are covered by a single activity fee. This helps BCS budget effectively and provides convenience for families, eliminating multiple, smaller payments for these items over the course of the year.
$300 for Kindergarten
$400 for Grade 1 to 12
Spiritual Formation 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.
Middle and Senior High School Option Fees: There are a few options that may have extra costs associated with student consumables (ie. foods, robotics, outdoor education, etc).
Field Trip Fees: When classes go on a larger, more substantial field trip an additional fee may be charged to recover expenses.
Extracurricular Athletic Fees: Cost to participate in extracurricular athletics (cost varies per team and sport, $25 to $350).
Graduation Fees: Students in grade 12 are charged a fee related to graduation expenses. This fee is $300 for the 2023/2024 school year.
New Family Capital Bond and Fee
Each new family to BCS who enrolls in any grade from Kindergarten to Grade 12 is required to pay a $2,500 refundable Capital Bond and a one-time $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 |
School Tour
If you are interested in enrolling your family at Bearspaw Christian School, you are invited to an individual tour with our Admissions Team. See our school in action, meet our friendly Admissions Team and ask any questions you may have about BCS.