Bodwell High School vs Collingwood School

	B Bodwell High School Vancouver, Canada	C Collingwood School Vancouver, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$25,000 - 59,200	Fees / year CA$30,075 - 46,530
Age range	Age range 13 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 550	Pupils 1,260
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1991	Opened 1984
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 955 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7P 3S4, Canada	Location Two campuses in West Vancouver, BC: Senior School at 70 Morven Drive (V7S 1B2) and Junior School at 2605 Wentworth Avenue (V7S 3H4)
Stages	Stages Grades 8 to 12 (ages 13 to 18)	Stages Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (ages 4 to 18)
School type	School type Independent co-educational day and boarding school	School type Independent co-educational day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Approximately 95% international students from over 40 countries, with the remaining 5% Canadian residents	Pupil nationality mix Predominantly Canadian students from the West Vancouver and Greater Vancouver area, with a growing international community
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English support programme available for international students requiring academic English development	Additional learning support Inclusive Education programme and a Targeted Support Program for students with learning disabilities, providing targeted interventions that complement individual learning styles
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Canada
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Non-denominational	Religious affiliation Non-denominational
School day structure	School day structure Full-day programme with structured study halls four evenings per week for boarders. Semester system allows students to take up to 10 courses per year.	School day structure Full-day programme structured around the Four Strands: academics, arts, athletics, and service learning. All Grade 6-12 students are required to own a laptop.
Bus service details	Bus service details No dedicated bus service. The campus is accessible by public transit in North Vancouver.	Bus service details Contact the school for transportation options. Ancillary costs for transportation are estimated at CAD 1,500 to 3,000 per year.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition for Canadian day students starts at CAD 25,000 per year. International boarding students pay approximately CAD 59,200 per year, including tuition, boarding, activities, IT, and medical insurance.	Fee details Annual tuition for 2026/27 ranges from CAD 30,075 (JK to Grade 5) to CAD 32,750 (Grades 10-12). The Targeted Support Program costs CAD 42,765 to CAD 46,530. A one-time new student administration fee of CAD 7,500 applies.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Full boarding (7 days per week) and weekday boarding (Sunday to Thursday) are available. The campus accommodates over 600 boarders in shared rooms of 2 to 4 students. Boarding includes 24/7 supervision, daily buffet meals, bedding, linens, and laundry facilities.	Boarding arrangements Day school only; no boarding facilities
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement School uniform is required; a uniform package costs approximately CAD 1,200	Uniform requirement Contact the school for uniform policy details. Ancillary costs for uniforms, books, and supplies are estimated at CAD 1,500 to 3,000 per year.
Food options	Food options Daily buffet breakfast and dinner, a set lunch, and an evening snack are provided for boarding students	Food options Contact the school for cafeteria and meal options
House system	House system Boarding houses with resident supervisors provide pastoral care and community structure	House system Contact the school for details on house or advisory systems
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Privately owned independent school registered with the BC Ministry of Education	Governance and ownership Governed by a Board of Governors. Independent non-profit school accredited by CAIS and ISABC.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Grades 8 to 10 follow the IB Middle Years Programme, encouraging critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and global awareness. Grades 11 and 12 follow the British Columbia graduation requirements with Advanced Placement (AP) course options. Specialised academies in STEM, Innovative Media, and Fine Arts are also available.	Curriculum details Collingwood follows the British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, enriched by 23 Advanced Placement courses. The school also offers Advanced Topics in Mathematics, Organic Chemistry, and the Collingwood Certificate programme. Students must earn 80 credits minimum (52 required and 28 elective) and complete provincial assessments in numeracy and literacy. Indigenous-focused coursework is required from 2023/24 onwards.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio with an average class size of 20 students
Exam results	Exam results Approximately 98% of graduates receive university offers, with millions in scholarships awarded annually	Exam results Students sit Advanced Placement examinations in May and BC provincial assessments. Contact the school for specific results.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Bodwell is a partnership school with the University of Toronto. The vast majority of graduates go on to attend universities in Canada and internationally.	Higher education progression Comprehensive university guidance programme where counsellors meet with every senior student annually. Graduates go on to attend leading universities in Canada and internationally.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Advanced Placement courses and specialised academies (STEM, Innovative Media, Fine Arts) cater to high-achieving students	Gifted and talented 23 Advanced Placement courses, PEAK Performance Program for advanced learners, Advanced Topics in Mathematics, Organic Chemistry, and a Summer Institute for advancement and enrichment
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Structured boarding routines and a pastoral care team support student wellbeing and personal development	Social & emotional learning Dedicated student wellbeing programme with a focus on personal growth, resilience, and social-emotional development
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) English support programme available; contact the school for additional learning support information	Special educational needs (SEN) Inclusive Education programme and a Targeted Support Program provide specialised support for students with learning disabilities, including targeted interventions tailored to individual learning styles
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Dedicated transitional English courses for international students to develop academic language proficiency	English as an additional language Contact the school for EAL support information
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing School counselling services led by Head Counsellor Meghan Dalziel, with 24/7 supervision and support for boarding students	Mental wellbeing Student wellbeing is a core focus, with counselling services and pastoral care available across both campuses
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Comprehensive safeguarding policies with 24/7 supervision for boarding students and structured routines	Safeguarding Comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures are in place across both campuses
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview A 3-acre waterfront campus in North Vancouver with modern academic and residential buildings overlooking Burrard Inlet and Vancouver harbour	Facilities overview Two campuses in West Vancouver: the Wentworth Campus (JK-Grade 7) and the Morven Campus (Grades 8-12), which was redeveloped in 2014 with modern facilities
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two full-size multipurpose gymnasiums and a private indoor swimming pool (Bodwell Aquatics)	Sports facilities Full-sized gymnasiums on both campuses, weight facilities, athletics field, and dance studio. The school has won 52 provincial championships across sports including basketball, field hockey, rugby, skiing, soccer, snowboarding, swimming, tennis, track, and wrestling.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Dedicated science and technology laboratories, computer labs, and specialised academy spaces for STEM, media, and fine arts	Academic facilities Theatre, library, science laboratories, band and choir rooms, and dedicated STEM/ADST spaces. The Grade 6-7 wing features a gymnasium and two science labs.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Over 57 clubs and organisations including Model UN, Debate Club, Robotics Club, Chess Club, Book Club, Finance Club, Photography Club, Jazz Band, Rock Band, Adventure Club, Jiu Jitsu Club, and Habitat for Humanity. Twenty interscholastic sports are offered including basketball, soccer, swimming, rugby, volleyball, tennis, track and field, and alpine skiing.	Extra curricular facilities Over 20 co-curricular activities across the Four Strands. Athletics programme offers one of the largest selections of individual and team sports in British Columbia. Visual arts, music, dance, and theatre programmes. Service learning initiatives.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Bodwell High School was founded in 1991 and moved to its current waterfront campus on Harbourside Drive in North Vancouver in September 2003. The campus overlooks Burrard Inlet and Vancouver harbour.	History Collingwood School was founded in 1984 in West Vancouver, British Columbia. The Morven Campus was redeveloped in 2014 with state-of-the-art facilities. The school has grown to serve 1,260 students across two campuses.
Community	Community A vibrant, multicultural community of approximately 550 students from over 40 countries. The boarding environment fosters close relationships among students and staff.	Community A vibrant community of approximately 1,260 students and their families in West Vancouver, connected through academics, arts, athletics, and service learning.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Regular communication between staff and families supports student progress. Boarding house supervisors serve as a key point of contact for parents of boarding students.	Parent teacher association An active parent community and alumni network support school life, events, and giving programmes.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Model UN, Debate Club, Science Club, Finance Club, Chess Club, Book Club, and Robotics Club	Academic & intellectual Advanced Placement courses, PEAK Performance Program, Summer Institute, and entrepreneurship programme
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Jazz Band, Rock Band, Guitar Club, Art Studio Club, Photography Club, and Innovative Media Academy	Arts & creative Visual arts, music, dance, and theatre programmes with dedicated facilities including a theatre, dance studio, and band and choir rooms
Cultural & language	Cultural & language A diverse community of students from over 40 countries, with cultural events and language exchange opportunities	Cultural & language Languages programme and cultural events. Indigenous-focused coursework is part of the graduation requirements.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Adventure Club, Fitness Club, Yoga Club, Ski and Snowboard Club, and various social activities for boarders	Social & hobbies Over 20 co-curricular clubs and activities for students across all grades
Community & service	Community & service Habitat for Humanity chapter, volunteering opportunities, and community service programmes	Community & service Service learning is one of the Four Strands at Collingwood, with all students participating in community engagement and social responsibility projects
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership roles, boarding house leadership positions, and university preparation programmes	Leadership & professional Student leadership opportunities, entrepreneurship programme, and university guidance counselling
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellness and health programmes, Jiu Jitsu Club, Yoga Club, and structured boarding routines	Lifestyle & wellbeing Student wellbeing programme, outdoor education, physical and health education, and comprehensive athletics
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. English support classes are available for students who need to strengthen their academic English. French is offered as part of the curriculum.	Language provision English is the language of instruction. French and other languages are offered as part of the curriculum.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching All instruction is delivered in English. French is available as part of the BC curriculum.	Bilingual teaching English is the primary language of instruction. French is taught as an additional language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs International students benefit from an English immersion environment with dedicated transitional English courses to build academic language skills.	Immersion programs Contact the school for details on language immersion options
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards 98% university acceptance rate with millions of dollars in scholarships awarded to graduates	Awards 52 provincial athletic championships across multiple sports. Recognised as one of the leading independent schools in British Columbia.
Accreditations	Accreditations Registered with the British Columbia Ministry of Education. IB World School authorised for the Middle Years Programme. Partnership school with the University of Toronto.	Accreditations Accredited by the Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the Independent Schools Association of British Columbia (ISABC)
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Applications can be submitted online. The admissions process includes academic transcripts and supporting documents. Rolling admissions throughout the year.	Admissions Families can apply online through the school website. A non-refundable application fee of CAD 350 is required. Contact the admissions office at the Junior School (604.925.8375) or Senior School (604.925.3331) for details.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarship opportunities are available. Contact the admissions office for current scholarship programmes and eligibility requirements.	Scholarships A needs-based financial assistance programme is available for students in Grades 6 to 12. Families complete an online application and must demonstrate financial need.
Waitlist	Waitlist Contact the school for information on waitlist availability	Waitlist Contact the school for waitlist availability by grade level
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