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Unisus School

Grades Preschool — 12 — Summerland, BC (Map)

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Grades
Preschool — 12
Gender
Coed
Class Size
15 — 20 students
Tuition
$13,600 to 64,320/year
Language of instruction
English
Associations
FISA, IB
Enrolment
125 day students, 40 boarding students
Curriculum
Progressive & International Baccalaureate
EBROCHURE
N/A

LOCATION
Summerland, BC (View address)

Next open house
N/A
Application Deadline
Rolling (Day students), Rolling (Boarding students)

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We summarized the school ourselves

The setting for the campus couldn’t be more attractive, nestled comfortably on 17 acres in the Okanagan Valley. The school prides itself on a ability to remain agile, and to innovate programs and approaches. It’s a candidate for the full IB continuum, though, as any school in a similar position, is of course already teaching to that curriculum. While we think of innovation in terms STEM instruction—engineering and digital design perhaps particularly—there is also a core belief in what outdoor education can offer, something that adds dimension to the academic delivery and the student experience. The boarding program adds depth and diversity to the student population. Founded in 2016, Unisus is comparatively a young school, though the leadership brings a wealth of experience in private schooling. The school was founded to offer an exceptional learning experience, something that it has proven, through hiring and program development, to be very adept at achieving.

We questioned the school administration

1. Who are you, as a school?

"Located in the highly sought-after Okanagan Valley, UNISUS is a dual diploma school offering both the IB and the BC Diploma, opening doors to universities worldwide. Our Academics+ program keeps academics at the core, while students either pursue professional training in Scholar-Athlete Academies, or build future-ready skills through diverse Enrichment Programs during the school day. Combined with weekend boarding adventures, UNISUS is a local and international school where students learn, grow, and truly belong."

Beautiful 17 acres safe and secured gated campus
The school is situated in the Okanagan Valley, the natural surrounding to learn: indoors and outdoor
Four pillars program: IB, Outdoor education, Tech and Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
Local Canadian day school students with international boarding students from around the world
University and colleges in the surrounding area: UBC, Okanagan College
Our pathway program helps students as early as Grade 8 to prepare their path to university
BC curriculum and B.C. Diploma are known to be one of the best in the world
After school activities, Weekend Adventures program (boarding and day), Outdoor Education focus
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program School + offering B.C. Diploma - 2nd year of grads!
Program of health wellness, emotional, financial, and academic supports

2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?

As an IB World School, the IB curriculum encourages students to think critically, challenge assumptions and consider both local and global contexts. Outdoor Education is a foundational part of our K-12 learning curriculum. Unisus is based in the four-seasons Okanagan Valley with access to unparalleled outdoor recreation, including skiing, boating, and watersports! We offer English language instruction. We offer ELL, Outdoor Ed and boarding in our custom-built facility.

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

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

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

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

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

Where you send your child to school is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. At UNISUS, we inspire our students to be globally-minded citizens and critical thinkers through Academic Excellence, Student Empowerment, and Global Citizenship. We are proud to be the only IB World Boarding School in the Okanagan. Our location in beautiful Summerland allows us to offer an extensive and varied outdoor education program, including downhill skiing. High standard+high support.

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

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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

What might surprise students - particularly international or national boarding students - is the opportunity to explore four-season outdoor recreation activities: skiing, snowboarding, hiking, canoeing and kayaking, water sports. Boarding students who had never skied before arriving in the Okanagan, are all proficient skiers after spending weekends at Apex Mountain Ski Resort and Nickel Plate Nordic Centre! Add to that, a tight-knit, supportive community where no student feels lost in the crowd.

10. What might families find surprising about your school?

Based in the beautiful Okanagan, British Columbia, we have a unique chance to ignite a passion and respect for outdoor exploration and recreation. The UNISUS outdoor education program has the natural advantage of the renowned sunny Okanagan climate and four-season outdoor activities, including skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, swimming, rock climbing, ziplining and direct access to some of the best hiking trails, lakes, and ski hills in the world. We also boast a tight-knit, caring community!

11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

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12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?

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