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The North Vancouver School District offers a strong academic foundation within a vibrant and supportive learning environment. Students benefit from a comprehensive curriculum with flexible options such as linear and semester systems to meet diverse learning needs. We offer International Baccalaureate (IB) Programmes from Kindergarten through Grade 12; Advanced Placement courses; seven Academy programs, including STEM and athletics; and a wide range of electives such as engineering; robotics; photography; psychology; economics; metalwork; and auto mechanics. Dedicated international counsellors at every secondary school and individualized English Language Learning (ELL) support..
Nearest Airport:
YVR - Vancouver International Airport
Located between the ocean and the Coastal mountains, North Vancouver is the ideal destination for outdoor recreation. It is possible to ski and take a (cold) swim in the same day!
North Vancouver School District offers a wide variety of academic and elective courses and programs, offering a unique educational experience that most students do not have a home.
Our homestay partners ensure that each student feels safe, welcomed, and supported throughout their study abroad program.
North Vancouver School District invests in state of the art facilities, including two brand new secondary schools in the past five years. International Program students have the opportunity to learn in modern science labs, libraries, woodwork and metalwork shops, and play sports on brand new artificial turf fields and bright gymnasiums filled with natural light.
Basketball; cross country; golf; field hockey; (American) football; ice hockey; mountain biking; soccer; rowing; rugby; skiing; snowboarding; swimming; tennis; track & field; ultimate frisbee; volleyball; wrestling
Advanced Placement, Academies, French Immersion, International Baccalaureate, Trips
Academies for the 2026-2027 school year: Basketball; Dance; Digital Media Academy (DMA); (Ice) Hockey Skills; Rowing; Soccer; Volleyball. Several Academies offer development and competitive streams.
Basketball
Dance
Digital Media
Ice Hockey
Rowing
Soccer
Volleyball
School Operator: State School
Program Established: 1990
Total number of schools: 32
Total Students: 17,500
Number of High schools for international students: 6
Total international students grade 9-12: 560
Grades: K - 12
International students accepted for: 9, 10, 11, 12
Foreign Languages: French, French Immersion, Spanish
Info: French is a mandatory part of the BC curriculum from Grades 5-8, so French classes in Grades 9-12 are not beginner courses. Spanish 10 is a beginner course, progressing to Spanish 11 and 12.
Entrance Dates: September, February
Length of stay: 5 months/semester, 10 months/full year, until graduation
Application Deadlines: April 30 for September entry; November 30 for February entry; subject to change
Application Process: Online Application Forms, Letter of Acceptance
Website: international.sd44.ca/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/nvsd44/
Location: Suburban
Info: The North Vancouver School District’s secondary schools provide bright, modern, well-equipped learning spaces and outstanding athletic facilities. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver by transit, our safe, well-connected suburban community offers easy access to local activities, our two ski mountains, beaches, shopping centres, and Vancouver international airport.
Number of courses / system: Semestered, Linear, both - depending on individual school
Accomodation: Homestay
Info: The International Education team works closely with external homestay agencies to place international students with caring families. Our goal is to place international students with families located in close proximity to their schools, preferably within walking distance, so that students have an opportunity to develop a real sense of school and community.
Student Services & Orientation & Counseling:
Each secondary school has at least one International counsellor which is available during school hours. All students attend mandatory orientation sessions prior to starting school. Each student has a custodian or custodianship representative who meets with the student regularly and monitors academic, homestay and social participation, and mental health.
| High School | Total Enrolment | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Argyle Secondary School | 1600 | argyle.sd44.ca/ |
| Carson Graham Secondary School | 1400 | carsongraham.sd44.ca/ |
| Handsworth Secondary School | 1550 | handsworth.sd44.ca/ |
| Seycove Secondary School | 600 | seycove.sd44.ca/ |
| Sutherland Secondary School | 1250 | sutherland.sd44.ca/ |
| Windsor Secondary School | 950 | windsor.sd44.ca/ |
| Application Fee | CAD 300.00 | EUR 186,85 |
| Full Year Tuition Fee | CAD 17,000.00 | EUR 10587,94 |
| Semester Tuition Fee | CAD 8,500.00 | EUR 5293,97 |
| Annual Homestay Placement Fee | CAD 750.00 | EUR 467,12 |
| Homestay Monthly Fee | CAD 1,500.00 | EUR 934,23 |
| Health Insurance Monthly Fee | CAD 100.00 | EUR 62,28 |
| Annual Custodianship Fee | CAD 1,850.00 | EUR 1152,22 |
| Airport Pick-up Fee | CAD 175.00 | EUR 108,99 |
| Total Semester Fees | CAD 18,600.00 | EUR 11584,45 |
| Total Annual Fees | CAD 36,300.00 | EUR 22608,37 |
Please calculate additional costs for
Airfare approx. Euro 1200 to Euro 1800
Study Permit approx. Euro 180
Pocket money approx. Euro 250 to 300/month
If applicable additional health/accident/third part liability insurance
Health Insurance: mandatory
GuardMe
Info: Homestay and custodianship is provided by trusted partner companies. Fees are estimates based on 2026/27 published fee schedule.
valid for school year 2027/28
Please note that the program description is very much reduced. All information, in particular on the fee-structure, is based on the information provided by the individual Canadian program and is subject to change / as at 09/2026
