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NCS grade 5 student talks with Mr. Sijpheer about his cancer journey
Watch the principal's weekly video to hear about Tristan's highs, lows and the Bible verse that has encouraged him during his journey...
Feb 8, 20211 min read


Is NCS the right school for your family?
On this virtual tour, check out our campus and find out what is different about our student-centered approach to learning. Choosing a...
Feb 2, 20211 min read


What kindergarten looks like at NCS
Follow the principal into the classrooms, meet the teachers and see what's different about the way we do kindergarten. Choosing a school...
Jan 27, 20211 min read


Playground fundraiser update: $43,000 and counting!
Since November you have helped raise $43,000 toward the playground project. Thank you to all of our families, grandparents and friends...
Dec 17, 20201 min read


Playground fundraiser update: $20,400 so far!
Parents, grandparents, alumni and friends of the school have come together in just a few short weeks to raise $20,000+ toward the...
Dec 10, 20201 min read


NCS playground fundraising campaign kicks off this month
A new playground was already included the school's future plans, but we need it more than ever now so we're fast-tracking it. Help us...
Nov 17, 20202 min read


Students have meaningful discussions and reflect during Orange Shirt Day
NCS honoured Canada's Indigenous children (now adults) who were taken far away from their families and placed in residential schools....
Sep 30, 20202 min read


Meet-the-Teacher Car Rally draws 400+ NCS parents and students
Thank you to everyone who volunteered and participated! Sending out a big thank you to everyone who volunteered and participated in last...
Sep 29, 20201 min read


7 Things About Mrs. Jenna Pye
Introducing our newest educational assistant at NCS. Over the next couple of weeks we'll be introducing new staff members joining our...
Sep 18, 20201 min read


7 Things About Miss Hannah Hughes
Introducing our newest Grade 1/2 teacher at NCS. Over the next couple of weeks we'll be introducing new staff members joining our team at...
Sep 9, 20202 min read


Welcome, students!
A surprise discovery on a boring hike reminds Mr. Sijpheer of our 2020-21 school theme ... that we were made to thrive. In his weekly...
Sep 8, 20201 min read


7 Things About Mrs. Melissa Friend
Introducing our newest kindergarten teacher at NCS. Over the next few weeks we'll be introducing new staff members joining our team at...
Sep 2, 20201 min read


2020-21 school year theme: THRIVE
“It’s time for us to more than just survive, we were made to THRIVE.” Our school theme this year is one that fits our changing and...
Sep 1, 20201 min read


Return to school update - August 27, 2020
Mr. Sijpheer updates families about new remote and hybrid learning options at NCS this year. Yesterday the BC Ministry of Education...
Aug 27, 20201 min read


7 Things About Miss Josefin Johansson
Meet a new Grade 5 teacher at NCS. Over the next few weeks we'll be introducing new staff members joining our team at Nanaimo Christian...
Aug 25, 20202 min read


UPDATE: September 2020 re-entry plan
The updated plan sees 100% of students returning to school five days per week and organized into cohorts or learning groups. Thank-you to...
Aug 20, 20201 min read


Return to school update - July 30, 2020
Mr. Sijpheer updates NCS staff and families after the Ministry of Education announced a return to school plan for BC schools. Yesterday...
Jul 30, 20201 min read


September 2020 re-entry plan: School is open, flexible & safe
The new plan outlines various potential scenarios at NCS this fall. We hope you are healthy and that you have also had time to enjoy some...
Jul 21, 20201 min read


Welcome back, students!
Videos introduce students to pandemic protocols at NCS in June. We are well prepared and very excited to welcome more students back on...
May 28, 20201 min read


Fitness fun for kids
Here's a video challenge with track and field events you can do with your whole family. During the COVID-19 pandemic we keep hearing that...
May 26, 20201 min read
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