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1 schools in Bowen Island, BC.

Island Pacific School

Bowen Island, BC

Located on Bowen Island, Island Pacific School is an IB World School focused exclusively on middle school education, with over 30 years of experience guiding students through these pivotal years. Our intentionally small, close-knit community embraces wisdom, courage, and integrity, creating a supportive space for both meaningful personal and robust academic growth. Set apart from the rush of city life and surrounded by nature, Island Pacific School gives students the freedom to discover their identity and build a strong foundation for success in high school and beyond. <br><br><b>Noteworthy:</b> <br><b>Personalized Attention:</b> At Island Pacific School, we believe that learning is most effective when it's tailored to the needs of each student. Our small class sizes ensure every child is seen, heard, and supported, both inside and outside the classroom. <br><b>Critical Thinking and Experiential Learning:</b> We don't just teach facts. We empower students to think critically and engage in hands-on learning, from Masterworks projects to outdoor expeditions. We nurture creativity and problem-solving skills that will last a lifetime. <br><b>Community-Centered:</b> Relationships matter here. Our teachers are not just educators, they're mentors and friends. We're committed to fostering strong connections between teachers, students, and parents, creating a close-knit community where everyone feels like they belong. <br><br><b>Masterworks Program:</b> <br><b>1. Two Words</b> - Ted Talk - Can a 14-year-old be expected to conduct a public presentation similar to a TED talk? Absolutely! Our school students have been doing so for 27 years through Masterworks. <br><b>2. Self-directed</b> - Self-selected and Self-presented, this Masterworks independent study project marks a significant academic achievement at IPS. <br><b>3. A Graduation Milestone</b> - The Masterworks independent study project is compulsory for every grade 9 student to complete as a graduation milestone at Island Pacific School. <br><b>4. Expert Support</b> - Students are mentored through the process by expert advisors - leaders in their respective fields - who act as external advisors. Working collaboratively with Island Pacific faculty, advisory committees guide Grade 9's through the Masterwork process which provides a foundation for academic achievement. <br><b>5. Project Diversity</b> - we love the diversity of projects the students come up with. In past years, students have made documentary and animated films, created original works of art written extensive research papers, written and published a novella, and built an actual boat!

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Within 50 km of Bowen Island.

Mulgrave School

#822

West Vancouver, BC

Founded in 1993, Mulgrave School is a co-ed, non-denominational private school in West Vancouver offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum at all grade levels (Pre-K through to Grade 12). An IB Continuum World School known for its skilled faculty and motivated student community, Mulgrave prides itself on inspiring excellence in education and in life. A member of the Independent School Association of British Columbia (ISABC) and the Council for International Schools (CIS), Mulgrave equips lifelong learners to thrive in an interdependent world.

Co-edDay850 students

Collingwood School (Wentworth Campus)

West Vancouver, BC

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West Point Grey Academy

#868

Vancouver, BC

An independent, co-educational, university-preparatory school.

Co-edDay930 students

Collingwood School (Morven Campus)

#888

West Vancouver, BC

Collingwood School is an independent, co-educational, university-preparatory school founded in 1984. Located in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada it delivers the British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Collingwood School was officially opened in 1984. A group of West Vancouver and North Vancouver parents who sought a locally accessible private school education gathered to create an independent school on the North Shore. The school was named in honour of the HMCS Collingwood, a flower class corvette which was commanded by the father of one of the founding members.

Co-edDay1165 students

St. George's School

Top 25

Vancouver, BC

Building Fine Young Men, One Boy at a Time St. George's School is a world-class boys' university preparatory school offering a day program to students in Grade 1 to 12 and a residential life program to Grade 8 to 12. With a total enrollment of 1160, of which 120 are boarding students from over 18 countries worldwide, St. George's School has achieved national and international prominence in many academic, artistic, and athletic competitions. The School enjoys the reputation as one of the preeminent schools in Canada. Philosophically, St. George's School is committed to an all-boys education. Its pedagogy is drawn from brain research that validates the unique learning styles of boys. Admission to the School is highly selective. Students are expected to meet specific entrance standards & demonstrate excellence outside the classroom. The School continues to invest in financial assistance to ensure that there is a balanced applicant pool. St. George?s School offers a challenging yet supportive environment for each boy through a broad range of curricular offerings, many at an advanced level, as well as numerous cocurricular options. Fine and performing arts are well-represented through performances by our nationally-recognized concert bands, four major dramatic productions a year, and art exhibits from a vibrant visual arts program. Students also have access to more than 50 clubs and a diverse outdoor education program that includes a specialized full-year program for students in Grade 10. In recent years, the School has invested considerable resources into a service-based program that ensures students give back to the community in a variety of ways. Supported by university counselling services, graduates are admitted to top-tier universities in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

BoysBoarding/Day1150 students

St. John's School

#609

Vancouver, BC

St. John?s School is a co-educational independent school for students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme are offered from Junior Kindergarten - Grade 12. St. John?s is a vibrant community that embraces families and provides individual attention for students. Students participate in a breadth of athletic, artistic and academic co-curricular activities.

Co-edDay570 students

Fraser Academy

#711

Vancouver, BC

A school for students challenged by a spectrum of language-based learning difficulties often termed “dyslexia.”

Co-ed198 students

Century High School

Vancouver, BC

CHS has always maintained a very personal, caring atmosphere and offered a dynamic secondary school program to students from all around the world.

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Pattison High School

Vancouver, BC

"we do not teach a class; we teach an individual student in a class" Pattison High School is a private high school certified by the B.C. Ministry of Education. We offer secondary education (Grades 9 to 12) at a downtown Vancouver campus. Our classes are small, with an average student / teacher ratio of 15:1, which allows teachers to provide a great deal of individualized attention. We operate on a trimester system, with intakes in January, May and September, allowing students to complete up to 12 courses per year. Additionally, we offer a 6-week Summer School in July and August. Our Student Counselor creates an individual Graduation Plan for each student and provides comprehensive guidance to facilitate college/university applications. After school tutorials and provincial exam preparation are also available. Every year our students are provided with offers to top universities in Canada.

Co-edDay160 students

Crofton House School

Top 25

Vancouver, BC

Crofton House School is an independent school for girls and young women. Enhanced by a century of tradition, we are a community dedicated to stimulating and nurturing each student's potential for intellectual, artistic, and athletic excellence. We inspire young women to meet the challenges of life with confidence, to take a responsible role in society, and to enjoy a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

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Prince of Wales Mini School

Vancouver, BC

Prince of Wales Mini School is a dis­trict enrich­ment pro­gram offered by the Van­cou­ver Board of Edu­ca­tion.

Co-ed150 students

Alexander Academy

Vancouver, BC

Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, Alexander Academy is a fully-accredited, independent, co-educational school. The Academy offers a culturally rich and an academically challenging university preparatory program for students in Grades 8 through 12, utilizing a variety of traditional and non-traditional approaches such as personalized learning, relevant out-of-classroom experiences, flexible scheduling (HPP), and the opportunity to earn advanced university transfer credits, while still in high school.

Co-edDay20 students