Founded in 1960

Duncan Christian School was established as a Christian learning community in the fall of 1960. The first classes were held in the facilities of the Christian Reformed Church at 930 Trunk Road. Three years later, classes moved to a newly erected school facility on the church property.

The decision to relocate and expand was prayerfully made. Within a matter of days, ground was broken at 5781 Chesterfield Street. The fall of 1980 classes were held at the new location. Building continued for the next two years until the fall of 1982 when we were able to open a new science lab, home economics room and gym, as well as an industrial education shop.

During the years following, thought was often directed toward expanding the program to include secondary instruction. In 1985, five acres adjoining the elementary property was purchased for the high school. In May 1988, the first step toward making this thought a reality was taken.

On January 5, 1990, students first occupied the brand new Duncan Christian Secondary campus. It was an exciting day in our history — a day of thanksgiving and praise. The secondary campus, located at 495 Beech Avenue, is separated from the elementary campus by a parking lot and a playing field.

In January 2009 we celebrated the dedication of the opening of the high school’s new full size gymnasium. This project broke ground in June of 2007. Our new gym allows us to offer our students one of the finest facilities on Vancouver Island.