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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Bodwell High School vs. Aspen Grove Montessori School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  955 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7P 3S4, Canada

  233 Earl Stewart Dr #1, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 7Y3, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  1991

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  Enrolment

  560

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  Grades

  8 to 12

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  Gender

  Coed

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  Living arrangements

  Boarding, Homestay, Day

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  Language of instruction

  English

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  Faith Based

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  School focus

  Academic

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  Developmental Priorities

  Balanced

  Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

  Intellectual

  The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Progressive, International Baccalaureate

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  Curriculum pace

  Standard-enriched

  Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.

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  Academic culture

  Rigorous

  A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.

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  Avg. Class Size

  18 to 24

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  Special needs support

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  Gifted learner support

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  Preschool/K curriculum

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $26,000

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  Boarding Tuition

  $29,000

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  Financial aid (FA)

  No

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  Students on FA

  0%

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  Eligible grades for FA

  None

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  Median FA package size

  $0

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  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

  112

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  Percent in boarding

  86%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

  60%

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  Day entry years

  8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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  Boarding entry years

  8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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  Day admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Boarding admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Interview required?

  Yes: grades 8 - 12

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  SSAT required

  No

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• School’s perspective
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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  BODWELL HIGH SCHOOL

  "Bodwell offers a rigorous academic program, including IB and AP components, and prepares students for university entrance. All students participate in extra-curriculars, with emphasis on sports, fine arts and life skills in the boarding program. We have a strong ESL program and our Saturday enrichment program allows students to expand their learning and to gain "real-world" knowledge. Our diverse environment enables students to become active learners and well-rounded citizens who contribute positively to the world."

  • Established in 1991, Bodwell is a leading boarding and university preparatory school in Canada
  • Academic programming including IB MYP, AP courses, and academic English support
  • Multi-lingual counsellors that help students with academic guidance and university preparation
  • On-campus Boarding Program that teaches self-care, interpersonal skills & leadership
  • 36 hours of co-curricular programming for academic support and active learning outside of class
  • Bodwell's modern waterfront campus is equipped with two gymnasiums and swimming pool
  • Proven success - high rate of student offers to top universities in Canada and around the world
  • Diversity is our strength - our population of international students come from 40+ countries
  • Our grade 8-10 IB curriculum provides rigor and skill-focused learning, ideal for higher education

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  BODWELL HIGH SCHOOL

  "We prioritize university preparation at Bodwell High School, reflected through our expansive multi-cultural counselling team. Our students benefit from well-supported and personalized learning opportunities through the IB Middle Years Program, AP courses, Academic English Preparation program, and a wide range of co-curricular courses (over 100) that provide academic support, skill-building and exploration of interests. Located close to the city, the Bodwell boarding program is fully on-campus."

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  What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

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  What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

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  What type of student is a good fit for your school?

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  Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

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  To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

  BODWELL HIGH SCHOOL

  "We have proven success through high acceptance rates to top Canadian and global universities. Bodwell graduates enter post-secondary life with strong life-skills and English-language development gained through a strongly supportive multicultural community. With a safe and secure on-site boarding experience, students are equipped to focus on their learning. Our modern campus, located close to the city, also offers ample opportunities for engaging activities and exploration."

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  How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  BODWELL HIGH SCHOOL

  "Something many families appreciate later in their relationship with Bodwell is the deep and continued commitment we have to open communication with parents. As many of our parents live in different countries, we truly embrace a philosophy that parents are our partners in education - and we work hard to make sure that parents feel their voices are heard."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  BODWELL HIGH SCHOOL

  "Families might be surprised to learn that Bodwell's student body is almost entirely international. Because of this, we are able to customize our programming. Our community enjoys a modern campus, located close to the core of Vancouver. Students come together from around the world to enjoy a shared and supportive multi-cultural experience, with extra and co-curricular opportunities focused on addressing their needs as international students."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

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