Curriculum and Learning Resources

Our school meets the BC Curriculum requirements and has a Group 1 Independent School Status. Our academic program is based on the Ministry of Education curriculum and includes the courses outlined for Language Arts, Math, Science, French (Grade 5-7), Physical Education and Fine Arts (Music, Art and Drama). The school program provides Religion classes and weaves the Catholic faith into learning. At O.L.P.H. School “God, His Truth and His Life are integrated into each and every aspect of the life of the school.”

The Inclusion/Learning Supports Programs are school-based programs which assist the classroom teachers in meeting the needs of their students. Children, in their uniqueness, exhibit a variety of learning styles, intellectual abilities and interests. Some children may have special learning needs and require adaptations to their program or special assistance.

The roles of the Inclusion/Learning Supports Teacher include giving direct instruction, providing programming suggestions and material, and connecting with appropriate community resources such as health professionals, social services, vision/health, etc.

When a child is referred for learning assistance help, the parents/legal guardians are first notified by the classroom teacher. The Inclusion/Learning Supports Teacher, classroom teacher, administration, parents/legal guardians and child form a team (to identify learning needs and how they can best be met).

If a child’s program is altered, or if he/she receives a regular direct instruction in a Learning Assistance Program, written consent will be required from the parent/legal guardian. Regular reports will be part of the term report cards, more frequently if necessary. Written notification will also be given when the program ends. Parent/legal guardian support is vital.