St. Michael's School is recognized by the Ministry of Education as a Group 1 Independent School, entitling us to the maximum funding available, 50% of the per pupil operating cost of the local school district (no funds are provided for capital expenditure).  Other funds are obtained via tuition fees, parish subsidies, fundraising activities, donations and bequests.

NOTE:  St. Michael's School is a member of the Society of Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese, and is able to accept donations and issue income tax receipts.

First child $338 per month for 10 months
Second child $210 per month for 10 months
Third child $210 per month for 10 months
Fourth child $210 per month for 10 months

 (Tuition is tax deductible.)

$140/child includes consumable workbooks, agenda, necessary school supplies, musical instruments, and school t-shirts when required.

Note: A 2% discount will be given to families who pay Full tuition for the school year on or before July 1st, of the year's start.

The above tuition rates have been approved by the St. Michael's School Council effective the 2025-2026 school year. 

These rates are reviewed on an annual basis by the school council. 

Tuition can be paid by pre-authorized debit or by e-transfer: etransfer.smt@cisnd.ca

International tuition fees reflect the cost of educating a student in BC when government funding is not available. Provincial funding is available only for students who are Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, whose parents or legal guardians are residents of British Columbia.

International fees equal current tuition rates plus current government student grant rate for the year.