OACS Organizational Philosophy:

The current Bylaws state that the OACS shall:

• Promote the extension and improvement of Christian education.
• Assist and advise various member societies and associations of Christian education on all matters concerning them.

Our Vision:

Building a flourishing community of schools responding to God’s call to integrate faith and learning—and achieving excellence in education through effective Christian schools accessible to parents in each community in Ontario.

Our Mission:

Advancing Christian education through services, products and advocacy.

Core Values: Transforming Education

The board and staff of the OACS are committed to a conscientious, diligent and prayerful integration of biblical principles into our theorizing and practical programs as defined in our core values:

1. Human beings were created to worship God through the making of cultural goods that honour His design for life.
2. The Word of God should shine in all learning activities.
3. All students are bearers of God’s image.
4. All human activities have a spiritual dimension which should be nourished and focused to personal maturity.
5. Education is a vital social function embodied in schools, which should be free from domination by state or church.
6. Standards of Excellence in governance, administration, instructional design, student performance and professional development are identifiable and achievable.
7. Christian day schools make a vital educational contribution to the welfare of Canada’s mosaic society; hence, choice of schooling should be public policy throughout Canada.