News & Updates

New Curriculum Purchasing Procedure

New guidelines have changed how HCOS can process the purchasing of resources from companies that do not accept HCOS PO#s. For more information see here. For a list of vendors which do accept HCOS PO#s please go here.

Lessons Providers and Criminal Record Checks (CRCs)

A reminder to HCOS Parents and all Lesson Providers: Provincial Regulations now mandate a Criminal Record Check for anyone providing lessons to our students. Organizations need only provide a letter, on official stationary, that a CRC Policy for all staff and volunteers is in place.

Individual Lesson Providers MUST have a CRC done through the Ministry of Justice (RCMP CRCs are not acceptable). HCOS CANNOT process and pay invoices unless a valid CRC or CRC policy has been confirmed. For more information and to apply for a Criminal Record Check, please contact the HCOS office at office@onlineschool.ca

Adult Graduation Diploma Program

Non-graduated B.C. residents who are 18 or older can enroll in the Adult Graduation Diploma Program and complete their B.C. Dogwood Diploma or their B.C. Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood) certification by taking funded online courses through B.C. Online School. If you are interested in earning your graduation as an adult, please apply through B.C. Online School.

HCOS Computer/Tablet/iPad Lease

Our computer lease program is available. For more information and forms please visit here. Please note: You must obtain your Teacher's approval in order for the lease request to be processed

HCOS on Facebook

Heritage Christian Online School is now on Facebook! Why not sign up and spread the word around about this terrific education resource!! Look for us here.

Who We Are

We are...

HCOS is a K-12 distributed learning school, providing discipleship-based Christian education.

Our Philosophy

We believe that parents have a God given responsibility in the education of their children. We are here to provide educational support and flexibility, enabling children to find and develop God's gifts, calling, and purpose for each of their lives.

What We Do

We provide quality educational choices with Christian values. Our Individualized and Online programs connect Christian teachers with families and students to provide guidance and support. We also serve registered homeschool families.

Distributed Learning

Our Distributed Learning program options are tailored to your children's interests, abilities, and needs, while promoting a Christian educational environment of safety, acceptance, and respect for all students.

The Individualized Option

Custom designed personal learning programs, utilizing a variety of curriculum.

With a personalized Student Learning Plan designed collaboratively with the teacher, student and parent, your children will achieve their learning goals. Read more

The Online Option

Online teacher directed courses, Grades 5 to 12

With our comprehensive, in depth, Christian curriculum, and BC certified teachers, you get a complete Christian school delivered through your home computer. Read more

The Integrated Option

The best of both worlds

Teacher and family collaborate to create a Student Learning Plan. Choose a combination of individualized and online courses that best suits your learner's needs. Read more

Homeschool Registration

Not every home educator wants the accountability that comes with being enrolled with a DL program. The School Act allows families to register students as home learners. Parents who register must provide their children with "a program", but they are not required to follow the Provincial Learning Outcomes, nor report grades or progress. This differs from an enrolled DL program in terms of funding and Ministry expectations.

Register as a homeschooler

Additional School Services

Special Education

Helping your child succeed through home education

We provide a supportive and flexible Christ-centered program to children that have special needs and are learning at home, assisting them to reach their God-given potential, and to acquire the necessary skills for independence as adults. Read more

Learning Groups

Sharing community while learning together

Learning camps are one day events which occur throughout the province, both face-to-face and virtually. Learning camps provide homeschool families a variety of quality, Christian, province-wide, group educational activities, designed to help meet Provincial Learning Outcomes. Read more

Community Connections

Learning together, building community

Community connections are certified teacher instructed weekly classes that are available in a number of communities. Students gather every week to collaborate and learn together focussing on specific subject areas. Read more

Learning Commons

A physical and virtual learning space

With both physical and digital books, videos, subscriptions, unit resource kits, a moderated social network, ongoing literacy events and more, the LC empowers our students to thrive in a digital learning environment. Read more

Learning Services

Additional Support, Grades K - 12

Does your child face unique challenges that impact their learning? Partner with experienced consultants and together find the right strategies and resources to equip your child for success. Read more