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Location and contact

sənsisyustən House of Learning
1920 Quail Lane
Westbank, BC  V4T 2H3

T 250 768 2802
F  250 768 5462
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sənsisyustən House of Learning is a Group 2 Independent Elementary School with the B.C. Ministry of Education. We teach current B.C. curriculum with an integration of Okanagan syilx perspectives. The syilx/Okanagan translation of "sənsisyustən" is "the place where you become anything you choose to be." The school, designed after a traditional native pit-house, lends itself to interactive learning in a warm and nurturing environment.

Our school edifies the Seven Teachings: humility, honesty, bravery, respect, love, truth, and wisdom. Teachers, staff, Elders, School Board Members and the Parent Advisory Committee strive to make that a reality for students.

Related links

sənsisyustən Renovation Project
Registration info
Parent handbook
Annual calendar
Staff contact list  

+ Monthly newsletters & calendars

What We Offer

  • A wonderful balance of academics with Okanagan Language and culture taught in every grade.
  • Cultural field trips such as tea picking, gathering sage, and digging bitter root.
  • Small class sizes, allowing for more one on one teaching time.
  • A Learning Assistance Program for children who may require additional support.
  • A school-wide discipline program that promotes social responsibility.  

Grades taught

Kindergarten - Full Day

Grades 1 through 6 - Full Day

Applying to the school

Step 1: Submit Application Form

Step 2: Submit Registration Form

Everyone welcome

Although sənsisyustən is a private school, it is open to all students whether they be a WFN member, aboriginal, or non-aboriginal living on or off reserve. We collaborate with School District 23 and other First Nation schools, working toward offering all students opportunities to share and build capacity together.

Mission 

sənsisyustən delivers a superior, highly flexible, learner-centered education enriched by syilx teachings, language, and culture.