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St. George's School

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
All Boys, No Religious Affiliation

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Our Mission: Building Fine Young Men, One Boy at a Time.

St. George’s School is a world-class boys’ university preparatory school offering a day program for students in Grade 1 to 12 and a boarding program for Grade 8 to 12. With a total enrollment of 1150, of which 110 are boarding students from over 20 countries worldwide, St. George’s School has achieved national and international prominence in many academic, artistic, and athletic competitions. The School enjoys the reputation as one of the preeminent schools in Canada. Here are some of its unique characteristics:

We are Canada’s World School For Boys: There is compelling research evidence to suggest boys and girls learn differently. We are a school that focuses on the specific needs of boys while ensuring that each of our students has a global mindset.

We are Committed to Authentic Learning: Gone are the days when learning was all about memorization. Using approaches like harkness and project-based-learning, our students are consistently shown how to apply learning in real life, problem-solving contexts as they seek authentic connections between their curricular and real world problems.

We Offer Some of the Most Diverse Curricular Options in North America: Whether it’s our Advanced Placement classes, Latin, underwater robotics club, rugby and basketball teams, or our seven award-winning bands and ensembles, breadth and depth is at the heart of who we are. At the Grade 10 level, students choose our optional theme-based Majors called “cohort programs” that transcend multiple disciplines including: Science and Technology, Outdoor Education, Global Studies, and Performing Arts.

Our Boarders Benefit from an Urban Boarding Program:
Being a boarder at St. George’s does not mean being isolated. Our boarders, who come from 20+ countries worldwide, interact with over 650 local day-students while they enjoy all of what Vancouver has to offer — whether urban, cultural, or outdoor.

We Have an Extraordinary University Placement Rate:
100% of our 160+ graduates receive over 740 acceptances annually to over 140 universities worldwide and in excess of $2 million in scholarships.

Our Boys Lead from Within:
“Making a positive difference to your community.” That’s how we define leadership at St. George’s. Guided by our six core values - Integrity, Humility, Resilience, Empathy, Respect, and Responsibility - our students lead from within in a school where every boy is known, loved, engaged, and achieving.

  • Building Fine Young Men
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  • Engaging learning
  • Saints Classroom
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  • Saints Rowing
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  • Boys Learning
  • Vibrant Community
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4175 W. 29th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6S1V1

+1 604-221-3890

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Director of Admissions: Mr. Reto Camenzind
Admissions Phone:+1 604-221-3890Fax:604-224-3893
Email: [email protected] Website:
www.stgeorges.bc.ca


  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Application Fee: $25
  • International Application Fee: CAD $25
  • Accepts SSAT Standard Application Online (SAO): Yes
  • Accepts Gateway to Prep Schools Application: Yes
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St. George's School Visiting International Cities

Posted on September 4, 2019
Greetings from St.George's School! The admissions team may be travelling to various locations around the world to meet with prospective students and their families. Countries include Mexico, USA, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Finland... Email [email protected] ca for more details.
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  • at a glance
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  • Founded: 1930
  • Campus Size: 50 acres
  • Grades Offered: 1st-12th
  • Accredited by: CAIS/CA, NWAIS
Student Body
Boarding
Grades 8th-12th
Day
Grades 1st-12th
Total
Girls     0 0 0
Boys     110 1040 1150
Total     110 1040 1150

Tuition and Financial Aid
  • 7-Day Boarding: CAD $75,241
  • 5-Day Boarding: N/A
  • Day Tuition Fee: CAD $27,045
  • Payment Plans: Offered
  • Need-Based Aid: Offered
  • Students Receiving Aid: 6.00%
  • Average Awarded: CAD $20,500
School Finances
  • Merit Scholarships: Offered
  • Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 2.30%
  • Average Merit Scholarship: CAD $17,000
  • Current Endowment: CAD $25,000,000
  • Per Student Endowment: CAD $21,739
 

Department Director: Sarah Coates

Average Class Size: 20

Full Time Teachers: 130

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 50.00%

Student/Teacher Ratio: 1-10

Academic Schedule: Trimester

Number of Advanced Placement Courses Offered: 27

Advanced/Enrichment Programs
  • AP Courses
Support Programs
  • College Counseling
  • Evening Study Assistance
  • Peer Tutoring
English:
  • Creative Writing
  • Honors
  • Literature
  • Journalism
History:
  • European History
  • Honors
  • United States History
  • World History
Foreign Languages:
  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Latin
Humanities/Social Sciences:
  • Economics
  • Psychology
  • Art History
  • Comparative Civilizations
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Geography
  • Human Geography
  • Law Studies
  • Philosophical Justice
Sciences:
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Geology
  • Physics
  • Life Science (Biology)
  • Anatomy and Physiology (Biology)
  • Robotics
Math:
  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Functions
  • Honors Math
  • Geometry
  • Probability
  • Statistics
  • Trigonometry
Computer Studies:
  • Computer Applications
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Science
  • Multimedia
  • Web Design
  • Digital Art
Performing/Visual Arts:
  • 3-D Design
  • Acting
  • Animation
  • Architecture
  • Art
  • Art History
  • Ceramics
  • Debate
  • Drama
  • Drawing
  • Graphic Design
  • Journalism
  • Lighting Design
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Portfolio
  • Pottery
  • Public Speaking
  • Publications
  • Sculpture
  • Stagecraft
  • Television Production
  • Theater Arts
  • Woodworking
  • Film Studies
  • Fitness and Conditioning
Special Programs:
  • Community Service
  • Independent Study
  • Leadership
  • Outdoor Education
Distinctive or New Programs:
  • Discovery 10
    Connect 10
    Fusion 10
    Express 10
AP Courses Available:
  • Art History
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science A
  • Macroeconomics
  • Microeconomics
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Environmental Science
  • European History
  • French Language
  • Comparative Government & Politics
  • Human Geography
  • Latin: Vergil
  • Music Theory
  • Psychology
  • Spanish Language
  • Statistics
  • Studio Art
  • US History
  • World History
  • Mandarin
  • Physics 1
  • Physics 2
  • Statistics - Blended
  • US History
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Summary: Boarding provides a unique opportunity for students to live and learn as part of an active and vibrant school community. What makes residential life at St. George’s unique is our urban surroundings: we live in a safe, residential area that is only minutes away from the heart of one of the world’s most exciting cities.

With 110 students from over 20 different countries and 10 House Parents and their families living on-site, Harker Hall is a diverse an engaging environment that is warm, welcoming and conducive to effective learning. Apart from academics, we offer an extensive activities program and residential curriculum.

Our programming is based on five major objectives:Academic Success & Support,
Interpersonal / Intrapersonal Development,
Practical Life Skills,
Personal Health & Wellness, and
Cultural & Social Awareness.

Department Director: Alan Hesketh

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 1

Average Students Per Dorm: 110

No. of Boys Dorms: 1

Dorm Amenities:

  • Game Room
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fitness Facilities
  • Kitchenettes
  • Infirmary
  • Pianos
  • Table Tennis / Ping Pong
  • Foosball

Dress Code: Casual

Student Life

Summary: • Outdoor education activities, unique to Vancouver.
• Comprehensive weekend activities program
• ACT Prep
• Intramural sports program
• All boarding faculty are school academic faculty
• Co-ed weekend activities with partner schools

Facilities

  • All-weather track
  • Baseball field(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Fitness Center
  • Technology Center
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Football field
  • Indoor basketball court(s)
  • Indoor pool
  • Tennis Courts
  • Rowing Facility
  • Weight Room

Clubs and Organizations

  • Amnesty International
  • Asian Club
  • Astronomy Club
  • Chess Club
  • Classics Club
  • Community Service
  • Computer Club
  • Debate Club
  • Diversity Club
  • Dorm Proctors
  • Drama Club
  • Environmental Club
  • Food Council
  • Foreign Language Clubs
  • Future Bus. Leaders of Am.
  • Gardening
  • International Clubs
  • Investment Club
  • Literary Magazine
  • Math Club
  • Mock Trial
  • Model UN
  • Newspaper
  • Peer Counseling
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Photography
  • Quiz Bowl
  • Sailing Club
  • Science Fiction Club
  • Sexualities Club
  • Snowboarding
  • Student Government
  • Student Publications
  • Theater
  • Woodworking Club
  • Yearbook
  • Yoga
  • Bee keeping
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Summary: St. George's School provides an engaging environment for students to explore their co-curricular interests in classes, clubs, and game choices.

Our vibrant arts department includes Music, Visual Arts, and Theatre Arts.

Competitive and recreational game choices enable students to explore and excel one of 40 athletic options at school.

Arts Department Director: Dean Markel; Brian O'Connor; Wes Boise

Athletics Department Director: Chris Blackman

Arts
  • Art Club
  • Audiovisual Club
  • Brass Ensemble
  • Drama Club
  • Improvisation Group
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Stage Band
  • Tech Crew
  • Theater
  • Studio Arts
  • Media Arts
  • Ceramics
  • Guitar Club
  • Theatre/Film Production
Interscholastic Sports
  • Alpine Skiing
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Crew
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Curling
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Rugby
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Triathlon
Recreational Sports
  • Alpine Skiing
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Canoeing
  • Cross-Country Running
  • Curling
  • Field Hockey
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nordic Skiing
  • Outdoor Education
  • Rock Climbing
  • Rugby
  • Sailing
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Fitness
  • Trail Running
  • Yoga
 

Summary: The University Counselling office provides a wide range of support services for students and their parents including classroom seminars (Planning Transitions) on the university admissions process, user accounts on Naviance (our virtual "one stop shopping" counselling office), university information evenings, individual, family, and group advising, continuous communications through email, hosting university visits, and several other support options. Through a systematic approach beginning in Grade 10, students are challenged to confront their own assumptions about themselves (self reflection), as well as those about the universities they might be considering.

Department Director: Christine Wessler

College Information

Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%

Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Cambridge - Pembroke College
Columbia University
Cornell University
Duke University
Harvard University
London School of Economics
McGill University
New York University
Princeton University
Queen's University
Rhode Island School of Design
Stanford University
University of British Columbia
University of California Berkeley
University of California Los Angeles
University of St. Andrews (Scotland)
University of Toronto
University of Waterloo
Yale
Notable Alumni

Ian Tyson (Class of 1952) Singer and songwriter

Jon Kimura Parker (Class of 1977) Pianist

Rafe Mair (Class of 1949) Radio personality

Michael Eckford (Class of 1987) TV host for Urban Rush

Charlies Woodward (Class of 1942) Woodward's Department Store

Michael Koerner (Class of 1945)

Anthony von Mandl (Class of 1968) Mission Hill Wineries

Peter Armstrong (Class of 1972) Rocky Mounaineer Rail Tours

Pat Palmer (Class of 1980) Candian National Rugby Team

Patrick Moore (Class of 1965) Founder of Greenpeace


 

Summary: Each summer St. George's school invites the world to attend one of Vancouver's premier summer camp programs. This West side Vancouver camp program creates a safe, fun and enriching summer camp experience for boys and girls. These summer camps are available as both summer day camps (Monday to Friday) as well as full service residential or boarding programs.

Department Director: Chris Peerless

Summer at St. George's

Summer at Saints offer programs in Science & Technology, Green Courses, Robotics, Multimedia, Sports,Outdoor Adventures, Fine & Performing Arts,Leadership & Learning etc.For full details on various Day Camps and fees, please visit the website:
www.summeratstgeorges.ca

Registration Deadline: N/A
Tuition: CAD $250
Financial Aid Available:  No
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Summary: St. George’s includes as part of its mission statement that our community accepts responsibility for the betterment of society. Through Service Learning initiatives, students will foster an understanding of global issues and contribute positively in the broader community.
Our aim is to inspire students to make a lifelong commitment to charitable involvement and to recognize the importance of doing so, particularly from our position of privilege. The equitable emphasis on service and charity demonstrates that the giving of both time and money are both relevant in working towards a socially just world. The school also has, at its heart, 6 core values.

https://www.stgeorges.bc.ca/senior-school/service-learning

 
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