Calendar Highlights

Log into the My CHS portal to access the full school calendar.

Whole School

February 3 - All Bands Concert (Grades 6-12)
February 5 - SK & Grade 9 Vaccination Clinic

Junior School

January 23 - SK & Grade 1 Author Visit: Stefania Aldana Trujillo
January 27 & 29 - Grades 4-7 Writer-in-Residence Program: Rachel Poliquin ’93
January 29 - Grade 4-5 Parent Coffee & Conversation with JS Director
February 2 - JK-Grade 7 Parent Assembly & Coffee Social
February 5 - Grade 2-3 Parent Coffee & Conversation with JS Director
February 6 - Grade 1 Parent Coffee & Conversation with JS Director

Senior School

January 22 - Drama 9 Performance Night
January 24 - Grade 11 Family Meetings
January 28 - Grade 10 Family 30-Minute Virtual Q&A Session (6:00 pm)(English)
January 29 - Start of Semester 2 (Senior School)
January 31 - Grade 11 Family Meetings
February 3 - Grade 10 Family 30-Minute Virtual Q&A Session (9:30 am)(Mandarin)
February 4 - Grade 10 Family 30-Minute Virtual Q&A Session (6:00 pm)(English)
February 5 - Senior School Course Selection and Information Evening (current Grade 8-11 families only)

Learning Together

January 26 - JK-Grade 5: Sexual Health Education with Saleema Noon (Virtual)
January 26 - Grade 6-7: Sexual Health Education with Saleema Noon (Virtual)
January 27 - Grade 11 Family Blind Profile Workshop (Mandarin)
January 29 - Grade 10-12 Personal Counsellor Coffee Morning

PA Events

March 10 - Junior School Family Dance
April 10 - Multicultural Celebration
April 15 - Used Uniform Sale

Purposeful Parenting Resources

Understanding Loneliness in Girls

Loneliness is one of the quietest struggles many girls carry, especially in high-achieving school communities where the surface often looks polished and confident. A student can be surrounded by peers and involved in activities, and still feel deeply alone. In elite academic environments, success is visible and celebrated, while uncertainty, self-doubt, and emotional fatigue tend to be hidden. Read more.

The Way of Play: Takeaways from Dr Tina Payne Bryson

While we know that unstructured play is good for a child's attention span and creativity, the latest research shows that specific, deliberate, and playful interactions between children and their caregivers are key to healthy emotional development and later resilience. On Thursday, January 15, Crofton House welcomed parenting expert, best-selling author, and psychotherapist Dr Tina Payne Bryson to share how daily, little moments together can have the greatest impact on our children’s lives, and delve into playful techniques to harness the power of those moments. Learn more or watch the recording here.

Learning Together Events

Grade 10-12 Coffee Morning with the Personal Counsellors

Grade 10-12 parents and families, please be advised of an upcoming drop-in Personal Counsellor Coffee Morning focused on 'Anxiety and the Social Brain' on Thursday, January 29, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am in the Heritage Dining Room.

See all events.

Notices - Actions Items

Enrolment Agreement and Tuition Deposit Due Before February 1

Enrolment for the 2026-2027 school year is happening now. The process consists of two steps; both must be completed by Sunday, February 1, 2026, to ensure a place at CHS in September 2026:

• Complete the 2026-2027 Enrolment Agreement available on the MySchool Student Information portal.
• Pay the tuition deposit billed to student accounts on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

All documentation, including the Financial Agreement, is on the My CHS Community Portal's Enrolment, Tuition, and Billing page and can be accessed at any time of the year. For further information, please see the email sent to all families on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Upcoming Coffee Morning with the Head of School and Chair of the Board

Connect with Ena Harrop, Head of School, and Craig Lindsay, Chair, Board of Governors, in the Heritage Dining Room on Tuesday, February 10, from 8:30 to 9:30 am, as they provide an update on the third year of strategic plan implementation and the Board’s priorities for the year ahead, and address any questions you may have. Everyone is welcome, especially parents who are new to the School and those who couldn't attend last year! Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 4.

Notices - For Information

Traffic Updates: Supporting Traffic Safety and Respect in the Neighbourhood

Please leave 1.5 metres of space on either side of driveways. As we start the new year, we ask all drivers to take extra care when parking near CHS. Parking too close (as shown in the photo above) can make it difficult for residents to safely enter or exit their driveways, especially on our narrow neighbourhood streets. City bylaws prohibit parking within 1.5 metres of a driveway, so please double-check your parking to help keep our community safe and accessible for everyone.

Emergency Preparedness Resources for Parents

At CHS, emergency drills are part of our annual planning. Students and employees regularly practice what to do in many different emergency situations, both those that involve leaving the buildings and those that include staying safe when locked inside. On Wednesday, January 14, for example, the whole school practiced our earthquake safety procedures.

The effectiveness of our response to any emergency hinges on parents and guardians being knowledgeable of what is happening on campus and their role in the plan. Current emergency procedures are outlined in the Parent & Student Handbook. Also, be sure to watch the video that describes what parents need to know about the procedure for picking up their child in an emergency.

Inclement Weather Notice

Winter weather can make travel challenging. The School has a procedure to respond to inclement weather that results in school closure, and this is outlined in the Parent-Student Handbook under “School Closure Procedures” (page 37). Communication of closure is sent through a third-party system, Regroup, via voicemail, email, and text.

Honouring Ms Barbara M. Walker

It is with sadness that we share the recent passing of Ms Barbara M. Walker, who served as Head of School at Crofton House from 1995 to 2000.

During her tenure, Barbara worked thoughtfully to ensure students could fully benefit from the new Junior School and Senior School Science Centre, and embrace emerging technological changes. Following her retirement from Crofton House, Barbara remained a valued and familiar presence in the CHS community, often attending graduations, the Carol Service, and other significant school events. Read more.

A service will be held on Saturday, January 24, at 2:00 pm at St. Helen’s Anglican Church, 4405 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC.

Student Experience

School is back in full swing! Check out the highlights gallery here for photos of Epiphany celebrations in Senior School Languages classes, action from the basketball courts, Junior School knitting club, Wilderness First Aid for Challenge 11 students, and more!

Championing Voices: Crofton House Debate Club Results

It’s been an exciting year for Crofton House Senior School’s debaters and public speakers! Members of the Debate Club have been sharpening their skills and making their voices heard at competitions across the local, provincial, and national levels. Learn more about their recent results and upcoming events!

Global Connections & Reflections: Exchange Student Insights at Crofton House

Crofton House School’s Global Exchange Program offers students a unique chance to experience life and learning in another country while also welcoming international students into our community. Through studying abroad and living with host families, students from both schools build meaningful connections and develop key life skills such as independence, adaptability, courage, and resilience.

In the fall, CHS hosted two students from Waikato Diocesan School in New Zealand, Cassidy and Renée. Hear what they had to say about their two-week experience as part of the Crofton House community.

From the 7A basketball team competing in the Cavs Classic Basketball Tournament at Collingwood School to the Senior School Ski/Snowboard Club enjoying the first snowfalls on Grouse Mountain, teams across campus are embracing their return to courts, runs, and climbing walls. Read more.

Go Falcons Go!

CHS Parents' Auxiliary

Ready, set… PICKLE!

Our CHS Parent PB & Jam Pickleball Socials are back for 2026, with our next meetup this Saturday, January 24! 🎉 More January and February spots are now live, and all levels are welcome. It’s a great way to move, mingle, and have some fun on a Saturday. Sign up to join. Full date? No problem—cancellations happen and new times are added, so keep an eye out!

Save the Date! “Let's Glow Crazy” Junior School Family Dance

The CHS Parents’ Auxiliary invites all Grade 1-7 families to the Junior School Family Dance on Tuesday, March 10, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Get ready for a fun, glow-filled evening of music and dancing! More details coming soon!

Let’s Celebrate Again! Multicultural Celebration Planning Is Underway

Mark your calendars for April 10, 2026, when our community will come together once again to celebrate the rich traditions, customs, and stories that make our diverse CHS community so special. An email with more information, including how to volunteer, will be shared next week. We can’t wait to celebrate again with you!

Reminder: Grade WhatsApp Groups

If you haven’t already, consider joining your grade’s WhatsApp group! It’s the easiest way to get all school-related updates in one convenient place and stay connected with fellow parents in your grade. Find instructions on how to join and a link to all grade WhatsApp groups on the PA’s Grade-Wide WhatsAppGroups page (My CHS Portal).

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