Question 1

When should I apply to Kindergarten ?

Accepted Answer

To enter Kindergarten your child must be 5 years old in the year they start Kindergarten.  Our official application begins in late December of the previous school year. However, we do accept applications a early as September of the previous year.  For example: If your child turns 5 years old in 2027 then you can apply as early as September 2026.

Question 2

How do I book a tour?

Accepted Answer

You may email our principal Mr. Brophy to make arrangements for a tour.

Question 3

My child has been added to the "Waitlist," what are my chances of getting my child into the school?

Accepted Answer

Our waitlist is our way of keeping track of who has applied to our school. Available placements are determined by the relocation of families currently enrolled in our school.  When a position opens, families on our waitlist are contacted in the following order:

1) Siblings of children already in the school, whose families are practicing Catholics active in either 
     St. Joseph’s Parish Langley or St. Nicholas Parish, Langley.

2) Children whose families are practicing Catholics active in either St. Joseph’s Parish Langley or St. 
     Nicholas Parish, Langley.  In order for your child to be considered as members of a particular 
     parish, your family must:

Be registered in that parish
Regularly attend Mass at that parish
Use Sunday envelopes, (no amount specified) from the parish on a regular basis
Participate in the work activities required of you by that parish
 
3) Siblings of children already in the school, whose families are practicing Catholics active in other 
      parishes.

4) Children whose families are practicing Catholics coming into either St. Joseph’s Parish, Langley or 
      St. Nicholas Parish, Langley, who have been attending Catholic school elsewhere.

5) Children whose families are practicing Catholics active in other parishes.

6) All other students regardless of religious denomination.

Question 4

What defines a Category 1 student?

Accepted Answer

A Category 1 student is a child of an active family at one of our two supporting Parishes, St. Joseph’s Parish, Langley or St. Nicholas Parish, Langley.

Question 5

What defines a Category 2 student?

Accepted Answer

A Category 2 student is a child of an active family at a Catholic Parish outside of the supporting Parishes of St. Catherine’s.

Question 6

What defines a Category 3 student?

Accepted Answer

A Category 3 student is a student who is not a member of any Catholic Parish or is Non-Catholic.

Question 7

Do you offer co-curricular activities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, St. Catherine’s believes in educating the whole individual. We offer a range of clubs and activities that appeal to a wide range of talents, interests and skill sets.

Question 8

Do you offer Before and After School Care?

Accepted Answer

Before and After School Care is provided through St. Joseph’s Church Preschool, which is located on the same grounds as the school.

Question 9

Do you offer scholarships for families who want to educate their children at St. Catherine’s?

Accepted Answer

No, we do not offer scholarships to attend our school. However, it is our belief that Catholic education should be affordable and accessible to all families. If your family requires financial assistance, please make an appointment with your Pastor. Cases are considered on an individual basis and respectfully kept confidential.

Question 10

Do Catholic schools enroll students with diverse abilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a school that promotes “Reverence for Life”,  we accept students with diverse abilities.  Individual educational programs are provided to meet all diverse learning needs, empowering each child to reach their full potential.

Question 11

How is faith formation developed in the Catholic school?

Accepted Answer

By embedding the knowledge of our faith within the instruction of the entire curriculum, students understand and deepen their knowledge of the Church and its teachings. Additionally, through Mass, service projects, religion classes, and celebrating the liturgical year, faith formation occurs.

Question 12

If we are not Catholic, will my child have to study religion or participate in religious services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All students are expected to respectfully participate in religion classes and services. Your child will study but not receive the Sacraments of the Catholic Faith such as Reconciliation, Communion or Confirmation.

Question 13

Why is it a requirement to complete Parent Participation hours at the school?

Accepted Answer

In order to keep tuition costs affordable, as many of the in-house and maintenance tasks as possible are taken care of by our school parents. This also provides a tangible sense of school community. Each family is required to:

1. Complete 36 hours in a school year in an assigned task group that often reflects your skills and talents.

2. Complete an additional 4 hours at either of our 2 major fundraisers.
Families also have the option of having their parent participation cheques cashed if they would prefer not to do work hours. The 36 hours of parent participation equate to two cheques valued at $400.00 each and one more cheque to cover the fundraiser commitment also valued at $400.00.

Question 14

Besides tuition, are there other costs that parents are responsible for throughout the year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, besides tuition, families are responsible for the following costs (**These costs are for reference only and are subject to change without notice**)

Registration Fee: $40 per child
Activity Fee for school supplies, IT, gym equipment, Music and French classes ($60 – primary students, $80 intermediate students)
School Uniforms: Must be purchased through our uniform supplier, Cambridge Uniforms. There is a free, used uniform donation cupboard at the school for families to take what they need for their children.
Field trips: Most Field Trip expenses are covered by your tuition. 
Sacramental Programs: Students receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Communion (usually Grade 2) are charged $30. Students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation (usually Grade 7) are charged $30.
Grade 7 Outdoor Education: $150
Grade 7 Graduation Sweater: (Optional) $35-$42
Yearbook: Free with your tuition.
Hot Lunch: (Optional) Families can choose to order hot lunches through the school. Hot Lunch is available every other Wednesday through The Munch a Lunch website. Orders are taken twice a year to cover the 1st and 2nd halves of the school year.

St. Catherine's Catholic Elementary School

Admissions

How To Apply

STEP ONE: Application Form

STEP TWO: Interviews

STEP THREE: Selection Process

STEP FOUR: Registration

Frequently Asked Admission Questions