Vancouver School District (VSB)
Public High Schools in British Columbia
The Vancouver School District (VSB) is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in British Columbia. VSB offers a range of specialized programs including Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), French Immersion.
Tuition fee for Grades 9 -12: from $16,000 CAN/year.
Accommodation: Homestay
VSB Homestay
VSB Does not offer homestay but encourages to use their partner homestay organizations. A list of Vancouver area homestay providers is available upon request from the International Education office. If you are a student under 18 and are NOT staying with a family friend or relative who is also your Custodian, you MUST register in Custodianship Program.
Fees start from $1200 a month (Accommodation + 3 meals).
Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School, Vancouver
Known For: Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School stands out for its International Baccalaureate (IB) program and a wide range of extracurricular activities, providing students with opportunities for academic excellence and global citizenship.
Programs: International Baccalaureate (IB), French Immersion, Ideal Mini, Prelude Program.
Kitsilano Secondary School, Vancouver
Known For: Kitsilano Secondary School is known for its rigorous academic curriculum and strong emphasis on athletics and arts, offering a balanced education that encourages both academic and personal development.
Programs: Advanced Placement (AP), French Immersion, Pre-Employment, ACE-IT, Work Experience.
University Hill Secondary School, Vancouver
Known for: High academic performance and strong university preparatory programs.
Programs: Advanced Placement (AP) courses, French Immersion, Fine Arts, ESL (English as a Second Language), TESSI courses (Technology Enhanced Secondary Science Instruction), and Athletics.