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BC Private High Schools

British Columbia offers a wide variety of highly regarded private high schools. Because private schools offer numerous distinct advantages, such as smaller class sizes, they will prepare your child for the world beyond high school.

Enrichment Programs

Many British Columbia private high schools offer enrichment programs including Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB). AP refers to courses administered by the College Board. If your child scores a 4/5 or a 5/5 on an AP exam, he or she may receive a university course credit that applies to their university transcript. IB is a comprehensive program that is more challenging than the regular high school curriculum. IB requires students to take courses in six subject areas and complete more community service than the province mandates. The schools seek to foster citizens of the world, rather than mere students.

Many private schools exceed the requirements of the provincial curriculum, as they try to make high school as much like university as they possibly can. Many BC private high school listed below have superb track records in university placement.

Extra-curricular Activities and Extra Help

Extra-curricular activities are an important part of learning outside of the classroom. Many universities and employees look for well-rounded students. British Columbia’s private secondary schools offer diverse extra-curricular options.

High school is a big jump from middle and elementary school. To avoid falling behind, your child might need assistance outside of the classroom. Private schools in British Columbia are known to have dedicated teachers who will spend extra time with your child to ensure that he or she understands the material.

Provincial Funding for Private High Schools in B.C.

If British Columbia’s government determines that a private school has substantially contributed to the province, it will receive a provincial grant. Schools collect grants according to the number of enrolled students. The province pays full grants for students who are "enrolled for a minimum of 600 hours from July 1 to May 15 of the school year." Schools qualify for partial grants for students who "receive less than 600 hours of instruction."

B.C. also offers special education grants to aid schools in "meeting the expenses associated with adapting or modifying the educational programs for students who qualify for special education grants." B.C. Education has additional information about independent school funding classifications.

Independent School Regulation

In British Columbia, the Office of the Inspector of Independent schools enforces all aspects of the province’s School Act, which establishes every school’s duties. Even if a private school is not funded, it is still subject to strict regulations and inspections. However, the more a school is funded, the more requirements it must meet. While independent schools have freedom in their teaching styles, educational philosophies, and curricula, they are still required to meet provincial standards, such as educating students in English language, math, science, social studies, and French. Of course, private schools are very likely to greatly exceed standards set by the province.

List of BC Private High Schools

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Dwight School Canada

Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia
Dwight International School, a traditional private school in Shawnigan Lake, BC offers grades 6 to 12, including both day and boarding students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Boarding
$12,500 to $39,500
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St. George's School

Vancouver, British Columbia
St. George's School offers programs from grades one to 12 in Vancouver. Its average class size is 20 to 22 students.
Traditional/ Academic, Alternative
Day & Boarding
$17,170 to $50,500
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St. Margaret's School

Victoria, British Columbia
St. Margaret's School offers programs from pre-school to grade 12 in Victoria. Its average class size is 18 students.
Traditional/ Academic, Faith Based
Day & Boarding
$8,000 to $49,000
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St. Michaels University School

Victoria, British Columbia
St. Michaels University School offers programs from kindergarten to grade 12 in Victoria. Its average class size is 18 to 20 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Boarding
$14,700 to $61,740
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Collingwood School

West Vancouver, British Columbia
Collingwood School is a private school in West Vancouver, BC from JK to grade 12. Tuition starts at $7,900. The school is a member of Round Square.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$16,000 to $19,000
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Shawnigan Lake School

Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia
Shawnigan Lake School offers programs from grades eight to 12. Its average class size is 14 to 15 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Boarding
$21,500 to $40,000
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York House School

Vancouver, British Columbia
York House School offers programs from junior kindergarten to grade 12 in Vancouver. Its average class size is 16 to 20 students.
Traditional/ Academic, Reggio-inspired
Day
$16,650 to $17,400
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Aberdeen Hall Preparatory

Kelowna, British Columbia
Aberdeen Hall Preparatory school in Kelowna, British Columbia offers programs for grades PS to 12 with enrolment of 320 day students and an avg class size of 18.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$4,120 to $12,975
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Avenir School

Vancouver, British Columbia
Project-oriented and integrated curricula allow each student to reach their highest potential with less stress and deeper understanding.
Gifted, Alternative
Day
$2,000 to $8,500
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Bodwell High School

North Vancouver, British Columbia
Bodwell High School in North Vancouver, BC enrols 200 day and 240 boarding students. Tuition starts at $12,560, with scholarships available.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Boarding
$12,560 to $27,460
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Brentwood College School

Mill Bay, British Columbia
Brentwood College School is a secondary school in Mill Bay, BC with both day and boarding students. Tuition cost from $19,900 to $48,360.
Traditional/ Academic, Sports
Day & Boarding
$22,500 to $55,000
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Brockton School

North Vancouver, British Columbia
Brockton School, a traditional private school in North Vancouver, BC offers K to grade 10. Tuition ranges from $12,825 to $14,200.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$14,140 to $15,656
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Crofton House School

Vancouver, British Columbia
Crofton House School in Vancouver, BC is a university preparatory school with JK to grade 12 classes. Tuition starts at $16,000.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$17,475
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Eaton Arrowsmith School

Vancouver, British Columbia
Eaton Arrowsmith School offers programs to help students with learning disabilities and runs from grade K to 12. Tuition starts $4,090.
Special Needs, Alternative
Day
$7,675 to $28,800
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Glenlyon Norfolk School

Victoria, British Columbia
Glenlyon Norfolk School in Victoria offers programs for kindergarten through grade five. Its average class size is 18 to 20 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Homestay
$14,095 to $17,430
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Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School

North Vancouver, British Columbia
Our school specializes in educating and growing the confidence of students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities in Grades 2 through 9.
Special Needs, Alternative
Day
$19,950
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Mulgrave School

West Vancouver, British Columbia
Mulgrave School offers programs from pre-kindergarten to grade 12 in West Vancouver. Its average class size is 20 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$6,025 to $17,330
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Pattison High School

Vancouver, British Columbia
Pattison High School offers programs for grades eight to 12 in Vancouver. Its average class size is eight to 12 students.
Traditional/ Academic, Alternative
Day & Homestay
$14,410 to $19,210
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Purpose Independent Secondary School

New Westminster, British Columbia
Purpose challenges students to achieve their potential, to take responsibility for their lives and to develop a strong set of learning and life skills.
Alternative
Day
$100
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Queen Margaret's School

Duncan, British Columbia
Queen Margaret's School offers programs from grades seven to 12 in Duncan. Its average class size is 16 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day & Boarding
$4,225 to $38,325
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Southridge School

Surrey, British Columbia
We place equal value on the development of academics and character. Our program is built around authentic, experience-based learning that develops the mind, body and spirit.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$14,000 to $16,750
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St. John's School

Vancouver, British Columbia
St. John's School offers programs from kindergarten to grade 12 in Vancouver. Its average class size is 14 to 22 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$13,600 to $17,800
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Stratford Hall

Vancouver, British Columbia
Stratford Hall offers programs from kindergarten to grade 12 in Victoria. Its average class size is 16 to 22 students.
Traditional/ Academic,
Day
$14,200 to $15,600
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Studio 9

Kelowna, British Columbia
We utilize Learning Through the Arts curriculum and through the arts enhance the academic experience and results.
Day
$5,000 to $12,000
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Urban Academy

New Westminster, British Columbia
Urban Academy is a reggio-inspired school that offers programs from junior kindergarten to grade 12 in New Westminster. Its average class size is 12 to 17 students.
Arts, Reggio-inspired
Day
$6,200 to $13,000
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Venture Academy for Troubled Teens

Kelowna, British Columbia
Venture Academy for Troubled Teens offers programs from grades seven to 12 in Kelowna.
Troubled Teens, Alternative
Boarding & Homestay
Cost varies
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Westside Preparatory School

Vancouver, British Columbia
Traditional/ Academic
Day
$8,000 to $15,000
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Whytecliff Agile Learning Centres

Langley, British Columbia
Focus Foundation is a world-class educational and therapeutic learning institution, described by Dr. Charles Huffine, former President of the American Association of Community Psychiatrists.
Special Needs, Alternative
Day
$12,000 to $18,000
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