District Mission/Goals for International Program
To provide international students with an outstanding educational and cultural experience in a Canadian urban setting.
District Profile
| Type: |
Public |
| District School Population: |
7,000 |
| # International Students: |
600 |
| # of Schools | Grades | | Elementary | 13 | K - 7 | | Secondary | 3 | 8 - 12 |
|
Accreditation
British Columbia Ministry of Education
School Profiles
District Schools Accepting International Students
| # of Schools | Grades | # International Students | Class Size | Instruction (hrs/wk) | | Elementary | 8 | K - 7 | 150 | 30 | 25 | | Secondary | 3 | 8 - 12 | 450 | 30 | 25 |
|
District Support for International Students
International Student Programs
- Activities, Events, and Field Trips (Day, Weekend, Semester Break Trips)
- Counselling, Buddy Programs, and Peer Programs
- Orientation Programs
Accommodation for International Students
- Homestay Provided by District
Language Support for International Students
- Language Classes During Study Programs
- Language Testing and Placement
About the Secondary School International Program
West Vancouver School District (WVSD) is a top academic school district in the province of British Columbia. Over 90% of graduates go on to universities and colleges. WVSD offers outstanding high school graduation programs with specialty programs like IB and AP for top students.
Secondary School Highlights
-
- Offers IB and AP programs for outstanding students
- Excellent athletic programs for all students and offers elite athletes choices in Sports Academies in Soccer, Hockey, and Tennis
- Offers a SuperAchievers program that allows elite performing arts students and athletes to complete high school graduation programs while participating in their chosen sport or activity
- The Fraser Institute ranks WVSD as the #1 district
- 54% admission rate for International Students to UBC and a 58% admission rate for International Students to SFU. Many graduates attend top universities across Canada
Secondary School Program Options
- Advanced Placement Courses
- English Language Courses
- Fine & Performing Arts Programs
- French Language Courses
- Homestay Programs
- International Baccalaureate Programs
- Online Programs
- Other Language Courses
- Other School Programs
- Short Term High School Experience (Semester)
- Sports Academies (Hockey, Soccer & More)
- Summer English Language (ESL) Programs
- University Preparation Programs
Consideration for Secondary School Admission
Academic Grades in Country of Origin:
Reference from School Principal or Official:
English Language Proficiency:
Preference Given to Religious Affiliation:
Other Considerations:
- Student letter on why study in Canada
Secondary School Tuition and Fees
Application Fee (C$): 300
Application Deadline: February 28
Application Notification of Acceptance: Varies
Total Cost of Program (excluding books):
14,000
Student Health Care Insurance Coverage:
Available Through District
