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Compare schoolsBlessed Sacrament School
3020 Heather St, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 3K3 · Vancouver
Rating
8
5-year avg
8.1
Rank
119/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Blessed Sacrament School is an excellent, high-performing independent school that successfully blends Catholic faith formation with a French Immersion education. Its small size and high volunteer requirements create a uniquely close community, though these same factors require a strong commitment from families.
Editorial review summary
Public parent reviews are limited, so signals are drawn from available school testimonials and community discussions. Parents highly praise the school's tight-knit, family-like atmosphere, often describing it as a 'caring community' where educators and families unite. The school requires 40 hours of parent volunteer work per year, which fosters this strong community involvement. However, some historical student commentary notes that the school's small size (approximately 200 students, with one class per grade) can feel limiting for those seeking a wider variety of social circles compared to larger schools.
Common positives
- Strong academic record with an 8/10 Fraser Institute rating.
- Full French Immersion curriculum integrated with Catholic teachings.
- Highly dedicated, bilingual teaching staff.
- Tight-knit, supportive community with active parent involvement.
- Central Vancouver location near Vancouver General Hospital.
Common concerns
- Mandatory 40 hours per year of parent volunteer work can be demanding for busy families.
- Small student body (approx. 200 students, one class per grade) may limit social diversity.
- Independent Catholic school tuition and faith-based requirements may not suit everyone.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for Catholic families seeking a bilingual education in a nurturing, faith-based environment, provided they have the time and willingness to actively participate in the school's mandatory volunteer program.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Blessed Sacrament School (also known as École St-Sacrement) demonstrates strong academic performance. According to the Fraser Institute data, the school holds an overall rating of 8/10 and ranks 119/1032 provincially. Its previous 5-year average is a solid 8.1. The rating history (8.4 -> 8.6 -> 6.8 -> 8.6 -> 8) indicates consistently high achievement, with only a single temporary dip. As a Roman Catholic independent school offering a full French Immersion program for K-7 students, the curriculum emphasizes holistic development—spiritual, emotional, physical, and intellectual—delivered by fully bilingual teachers and educational assistants.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Special programs
French Immersion (K-7)Catholic Religious EducationExtracurriculars (e.g., Basketball, Summer Camps)Hot Lunch Program
Common questions
Where is Blessed Sacrament School located?+
Blessed Sacrament School is located at 3020 Heather St, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 3K3 in Vancouver.
Does Blessed Sacrament School have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 2 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Blessed Sacrament School?+
InsideVan currently lists 7 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Blessed Sacrament School?+
InsideVan currently lists 13 nearby kids class or activity options.
After-school programs and classes near Blessed Sacrament School
0 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 2 are nearby within 3km, plus 7 tutors and 13 class options.
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Nearby classes and activities
After school
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What this page covers
Blessed Sacrament School school information
Blessed Sacrament School is a elementary school in Vancouver. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 2 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
Sources & data context
AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-28
- About ESS | École Saint-Sacrement
- Parent Resources - École Saint-Sacrement
- Reddit, our small alternative Vancouver high school, Ideal Mini, is in serious trouble. (x-post from /r/canada)
The AI summary uses public sources. Public parent commentary is separate from parent reports submitted to InsideVan. Ratings and history are supplied by our database.
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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
The rating dataset used here covers 2024-2025. The five-year average belongs to that historical report, not the five years ending today.
Academic ratings do not capture the whole school experience, including belonging, support, or fit for your child. A nearby care provider does not necessarily offer school pickup; confirm with the provider.