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Calvin Christian School

Canada, Winnipeg

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$2,968 - 7,347
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 530
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Calvin Christian School operates on two Winnipeg campuses: the Elementary campus at 245 Sutton Avenue and the Collegiate campus at 706 Day Street. The school follows a Canadian curriculum integrated with a Christian worldview, and the Senior Years Program meets Manitoba Education requirements for graduation. The high school uses a five-block, 65-minute schedule across two semesters, with one-credit courses and some half-credit options. Core courses such as Biblical & Christian Worldview Studies, English, Mathematics and Physical Education are mandatory; Bible and ICT are included in the middle years. Students complete 110 hours of volunteer service in Grades 9–12 for an additional senior-year credit. Distinct pathways include Distance Education, Private Music Option, Special Language Credit, and Student Initiated Projects. The Collegiate Campus hosts two Mac labs, Chromebooks, a 1:1 device initiative, and strong Wi‑Fi, plus a common library space, with full support staff. The High School Apprenticeship Program enables credits through work.

Elementary campus: 245 Sutton Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2G 0T1; Collegiate campus: 706 Day Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2C 1B6

The Essentials

Calvin Christian School has 530 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Two campuses in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Elementary Campus: 245 Sutton Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2G 0T1. Collegiate Campus: 706 Day St., Winnipeg, MB R2C 1B6.

Stages
Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Type
Independent Christian school.

Additional learning support
Resource; School counselor; Reading; Psychology; Psychiatry; Speech & language; Social work; Occupational therapy; Physiotherapy; Outside agency; Child in care.

Religious affiliation
Christian.

School day structure
Collegiate Daily Schedule: First Bell 8:49; SLG 8:51; Block 1 9:06; Break 10:11; Block 2 10:21; Block 3 11:28; Lunch 12:33; Block 4 1:18; Block 5 2:25; Dismissal 3:30. School doors open 7:50 a.m.; students waiting for rides after 4:00 p.m. should wait by the gym; the school will be locked after that time.

Bus service
EZ Transit provides the Calvin Transit bus service; a bus schedule is provided for the country run prior to the start of the school year.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Homestay accommodation is arranged or approved by Calvin Christian School for international students not living with their parents.

Food Options
Lunch is scheduled, and the Collegiate campus operates an Open Campus during lunch, allowing students to leave campus to eat.

Governance and Ownership
Operated by The Greater Winnipeg Society for Christian Education, Inc.
Fees

Annual tuition at Calvin Christian School ranges from CAD 2,968 to CAD 7,347 for 2026/27.

Application fees & enrollment deposit

- CAD 100 — non-refundable application/registration fee required with an application. Payment accepted by cheque, cash, or e-transfer to ccsoffice@calvinchristian.mb.ca.
- CAD 400 — non-refundable enrollment deposit required when membership/enrollment is approved; this deposit is credited to the student's school fee account.

Tuition fees (annual, 2026–27 school year)

- Kindergarten (part-time): CAD 2,968. PT Kindergarten students count as one-half for family-discount calculations.
- Grade 1–5: CAD 5,782 per year.
- Grade 6: CAD 6,047 per year.
- Grade 7–8: CAD 6,753 per year.
- Grade 9–12: CAD 7,347 per year.
- Family tuition cap (after discounts): CAD 14,773.

Family discounts

- Two children: CAD 500 discount (total).
- 2½ children: CAD 1,000 discount (note: PT Kindergarten counts as ½).
- PT Kindergarten counts as one-half for discount calculations.

Equivalent payment amounts (examples by payment schedule)

These figures show equivalent payment amounts when using common payment schedules offered by the school; they are computed from the annual tuition amounts above and reflect how tuition can be spread across usual billing options the school provides (see payment schedule and methods below).

- Example — 10 monthly payments (September–June):
- Kindergarten (PT): CAD 296.80 per month.
- Grade 1–5: CAD 578.20 per month.
- Grade 6: CAD 604.70 per month.
- Grade 7–8: CAD 675.30 per month.
- Grade 9–12: CAD 734.70 per month.

- Example — 12 monthly payments (July–June):
- Kindergarten (PT): CAD 247.33 per month.
- Grade 1–5: CAD 481.83 per month.
- Grade 6: CAD 503.92 per month.
- Grade 7–8: CAD 562.75 per month.
- Grade 9–12: CAD 612.25 per month.

- Example — Per semester (2 payments per year):
- Kindergarten (PT): CAD 1,484.00 per semester.
- Grade 1–5: CAD 2,891.00 per semester.
- Grade 6: CAD 3,023.50 per semester.
- Grade 7–8: CAD 3,376.50 per semester.
- Grade 9–12: CAD 3,673.50 per semester.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Advance payment discounts:
- CAD 2.5% discount for payment of fees in a lump sum by May 31.
- CAD 1% discount for payment of fees in a lump sum by August 31.

- Payment plan options and mechanics:
- Lump-sum payment by May 31 (advance-payment discount applies).
- Lump-sum payment by August 31 (smaller advance-payment discount applies).
- Automatic monthly withdrawal set up from a bank account for monthly plans: either September–June for 10 monthly payments, or July–June for 12 monthly payments.
- Cheques or e-transfers are accepted for single lump-sum payments.
- E-transfers for payments are accepted to ccsoffice@calvinchristian.mb.ca; automatic withdrawals are used for monthly plans.

Calvin Transit and transportation fees

- Shuttle service: CAD 750 per year per child. Part-time user rate is 50%.
- Extended-service shuttle: additional CAD 1,000 per year per child (on top of shuttle fee).
- Country Route (muster-point): CAD 1,955/year for 1st child; CAD 850/year for 2nd child; CAD 170/year for 3rd child; CAD 85/year for each subsequent child. Part-time user rate is 60%.
- Country Route (door-to-door): CAD 2,300/year for 1st child; CAD 1,000/year for 2nd child; CAD 200/year for 3rd child; CAD 100/year for each subsequent child. Part-time user rate is 60%.
- Transit services are available on a first-come, first-served registration basis.

Other fees and charges

- Capital Improvement Fee: CAD 100 per family (annual).
- Charitable receipt note: a significant portion of school fees is treated as a charitable donation for tax receipt purposes; the non-charitable portion may vary from year to year.
- Uniforms and school gear: school-branded gear and uniform items are provided through the school's gear shop; costs for uniforms and optional items vary by item and size. (Uniform and gear purchases are separate from tuition and other mandatory fees.)

Refund information and non-refundable items

- The CAD 100 application/registration fee is non-refundable.
- The CAD 400 enrollment deposit is non-refundable but is credited to the student's fee account upon enrolment.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include: e-transfer to ccsoffice@calvinchristian.mb.ca, cheques, and automatic bank-account withdrawal for monthly payment plans (set up for the 1st of each month). Specific payment-plan choices determine which methods are available (for example, automatic withdrawal is required for certain monthly plans).
Academics

Calvin Christian School teaches Canadian Curriculum, Christian Curriculum.

Curriculum
Calvin Christian School's Senior Years Program of Studies meets Manitoba Education and Training requirements and leads to high school graduation and entrance to all post-secondary institutions. High school uses a five-block schedule (65 minutes per block) across two semesters, with one-credit courses typically taught each semester and half-credit courses taught on alternate days. Core courses such as Biblical & Christian Worldview Studies, English, Mathematics and Physical Education are mandatory at every level; Bible and ICT are included in the middle school program. The school requires 110 hours of volunteer service across Grades 9–12, equating to one additional senior year credit and raising graduation to 31 credits. There are pathways beyond the standard curriculum, including Distance Education opportunities, a Private Music Option, Special Language Credit, and Student Initiated Projects.

Higher Education Progression
The senior years program leads to high school graduation and entrance to all post-secondary institutions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has Spiritual Life, Teaching For Transformation, Service Learning, and Prayer Calendar as part of student life.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ESL support is available for international students; up to 6 hrs/week ($3,000/year) or up to 9 hrs/week ($4,500/year). Students must demonstrate proficiency in English.

Safeguarding
The school has 2-3 adults supervising the playground during recess; entrances are locked during the day; volunteers and visitors sign in at the office and wear an ID badge; students leaving or returning to school are checked in and out through the office; there are lockdown drills twice per year; an emergency notification system is in place to contact parents quickly.
Parent Experience

History
Calvin Christian School began in the late 1950s when Dutch immigrants from the Christian Reformed Churches in Winnipeg formed The Greater Winnipeg Society of Christian Education to establish a Christian school. It opened in September 1960 with 65 students in a seven‑room building. In the following years it expanded with portable classrooms; in 1989 an east wing with eight classrooms, a new library, multipurpose room, administrative area and gymnasium was added, followed by a renovation of the old building in 1990. A north wing with a computer lab was added in 1997 to accommodate growth. To establish a high school program, Calvin Christian Collegiate opened in Transcona in 2002 as the second campus, and a brand‑new gymnasium was built there in 2015.

Community
Calvin Christian School is an independent Christian school serving Kindergarten through Grade 12. It has two campuses, Elementary and Collegiate. The school maintains an active events calendar, including the Annual General Meeting, Wizard of Oz, and Elementary campus Information Night. Families connect through social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, and the school highlights its mission to provide a secure learning environment where God's children can explore, experience and evaluate all of life under the Lordship of Christ.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has an elementary campus and a collegiate campus. The school offers a virtual tour of its campuses. The library is a common learning space for students on the collegiate campus. The collegiate campus provides two Mac labs with IT support, classroom Chromebooks for middle years, and Grade 7–12 ICT courses with a 1–1 device initiative, along with strong Wi‑Fi and internet access. The academic program integrates faith and learning and includes a full range of required core and elective courses that meet or exceed the Manitoba Education and Training requirements. The school offers dedicated support services including a full‑time Resource Teacher, Educational Assistants, and a Guidance Counsellor, with additional Speech, Psychology and Social Work support provided through RETSD.

Sports Facilities
The Collegiate Campus offers an interscholastic sports program.

Academic Facilities
The Collegiate Campus offers a strong academic program with a full range of required core and elective courses that meet or exceed the Manitoba Education and Training requirements. The Collegiate Campus provides support services including a full-time Resource Teacher, Educational Assistants, and a Guidance Counsellor; Speech, Psychology and Social Work support is available through RETSD. Technology resources include two Mac labs with IT support; classroom Chromebooks for middle years; Grade 7–12 ICT courses; Grade 9–12 1:1 device initiative; and excellent Wi‑Fi connectivity. A Course Catalogue is available. The High School Apprenticeship Program (HSAP) allows high school students to work while in school and earn credits toward graduation.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Balance Between Academics and Extracurricular Activities requires students to maintain good attendance and meet outcomes in order to participate in school‑related extracurricular activities. Teachers will notify students when progress and/or attendance is poor or slipping; students may be removed from extracurricular activities until sufficient progress and achievement is made. Extracurricular activities include field trips, mission trips, school concerts, community service activities, and other activities deemed by the principal to be part of the educational program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The film festival showcases top student videos. ICT and other technology courses build digital skills. 110 hours of service equals one senior year of credit.

Arts & Creative
The Band program expands to Jazz and related trips. Grade 7 Band forms the Level 1 ensemble. Grade 7 Choir performs in community concerts.

Cultural & Language
Grade 7 French is offered. Grade 11/12 French Trip to Quebec provides immersion. French travel experiences broaden cross-cultural learning.

Social & Hobbies
Band, art trips and outdoor education trips are offered. Mexico Impact Trip provides cross-cultural service experiences. Inner City Experience (ICE) takes place in Winnipeg.

Community & Service
From Grade 9 to Grade 12, students complete 110 hours of service. One credit is awarded for the 110 hours, recognized by Manitoba Education. Volunteer opportunities include church, school, food banks, shelters and inner-city projects.

Leadership & Professional
Student Initiated Projects (SIP) allow student-led projects for credit. They include worship team, scorekeeping, front office volunteering and student council work. Calvin fosters leadership and professional development through these opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Inter-School Sports include Volleyball, Basketball, Curling and Soccer. Teams compete in River East Transcona and Manitoba High School associations. Provincial championships and top finishes highlight athletic involvement.
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught as part of the Manitoba Education Curriculum. Grades 1-3 include introductory French 3-4 times per cycle; Grades 4-6 receive French instruction 5 times per cycle as part of the required program.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English with French taught as part of the Manitoba curriculum. In Grades 1-3, introductory French is offered 3 or 4 times per cycle; in Grades 4-6, French instruction is part of the required Manitoba Education program and occurs 5 times per cycle.

Immersion Programs
There is no immersion program. French is taught as a subject within the Manitoba curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 – Complete the Application: To register your child, complete and submit the Membership Application and Family Application as well as the corresponding Student Registration form(s). Registration forms are found under Admissions on the CCS site. The name of your current church and pastor are required. There is a $100 non-refundable application fee to apply to CCS. Payment can be made via cheque, cash or e-transfer to ccsoffice@calvinchristian.mb.ca.
Step 2 – Submit All Required Materials: Copy of the student's birth certificate; copy of the most recent report card; custody documents (if applicable); Sending School Questionnaire (for Kindergarten student applications) – to be completed and submitted by the preschool or daycare center in February.
Step 3 – Pastor Reference: All new family applications require a Pastor Reference. The school will send a Pastor Reference request form to the pastor of the church indicated on the Membership Application.
Step 4 – Review: After a full application is received, it will be reviewed to confirm all required information is included. If items are missing, you may receive reminders to help complete your application. The review ensures the file is complete before moving to the next steps.
Step 5 – Education Assessment: For families applying for a new school year, the school may request an educational assessment with the Student Services Coordinator to understand the student's academic needs. For mid-year transfer applications for Kindergarten through Grade 6, a brief educational assessment may be required; for Grade 7-12, the most current report card is required, and a brief educational assessment may also be required.
Step 6 – Interview: All new family applications require an interview with the Principal and one board member. The admissions interview will be conducted with the parents or guardians of the prospective student; students entering Grades 7-12 may be asked to participate. Interviews for new Kindergarten families usually begin in February; for Grade 1-6, March and April; for Grade 7-12, April and May.
Step 7 – Decision: Once a decision has been made regarding your family's application and student acceptance, you will be notified by email from the school office.
Step 8 – Enrollment: Upon receipt of your acceptance letter, a $400 non-refundable deposit is required to confirm enrollment. This deposit will be credited to the student's school fee account. A tuition form will need to be submitted for the upcoming school year (available in May for the upcoming school year). Calvin Christian School reviews each application with care. At any point in the process, CCS may determine that it is unable to continue with an application. This may happen if the school cannot offer placement or cannot move forward based on its admission policies and requirements. Family will receive written communication if this occurs. For questions, contact Elementary campus at elementary@calvinchristian.mb.ca or Collegiate campus at collegiate@calvinchristian.mb.ca.

Scholarships
Apple Financial Services offers bursaries for families with demonstrated financial need. Families may apply to Apple Financial Services, an independent assessment service that administers bursary funding. All information is kept confidential. For more information, contact the Financial Manager at kauka@calvinchristian.mb.ca or 204-338-7981.
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