Code of Conduct
In conjunction with the Ministry of Education's Provincial Code of Conduct, Purpose Secondary has developed a Code of Conduct to ensure a safe and caring school.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades are taught here?
Purpose Secondary offers courses starting at Grade 8-12.
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Do I get full credit for course completion?
Yes. All courses taught at Purpose are recognized by the Ministry of Education and they count towards high school completion and the BC Dogwood Diploma. All teachers at Purpose have their B.C. teaching credentials.
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How many classes does a full-time student take?
Purpose is on a linear system. Students are enrolled in courses in the morning and in the afternoon. Students who attend for the whole year complete eight courses.
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Can I graduate from Purpose?
Purpose fully subscribes to the Ministry of Education guidelines for Independent Schools. Once the Provincial graduation requirements are met, students receive the British Columbia Dogwood Diploma. Just as in the public school system, Purpose students must complete 80 credits in grade ten, eleven and twelve.
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Is Purpose School close to public transportation?
Yes. Purpose School is one short block from the New Westminster Station Skytrain.
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Can I go to post-secondary education with my Purpose education?
Yes, many Purpose students go on to community colleges, universities and trades programs.
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Why do students choose Purpose over other schools?
Purpose Secondary School is available to students from all over Metro Vancouver. Students come to Purpose because the public system, or their previous school, did not work for them.
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Many students prefer to learn in a smaller educational setting with smaller classes. We are a school community supporting students emotionally as well as academically.
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What is required to get into Purpose Secondary?
Students should be between the ages of 13 and 19 to attend the school.
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Are there tuition fees or school fees?
No. There are no fees for students.
