Bodwell High School vs West Point Grey Academy

	B Bodwell High School Vancouver, Canada	W West Point Grey Academy Vancouver, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$25,000 - 59,200	Fees / year CA$33,300 - 37,800
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 927
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1991	Opened 1996
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service —
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 955 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7P 3S4, Canada	Location 4125 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., V6R 4P9, Canada. Situated on 18 acres on the unceded Jericho Lands.
Stages	Stages Grades 8 to 12 (ages 13 to 18)	Stages Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Junior School (JK-Grade 7, 534 students) and Senior School (Grades 8-12, 393 students).
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 Primarily Canadian students from the Vancouver area.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English support programme available for international students requiring academic English development	Additional learning support Academic support services available. 4 personal counsellors and 3 university/career counsellors on staff.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Canada. Follows the British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum. Member of ISABC.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Non-denominational	Religious affiliation None.
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 school day with academic instruction, athletics, arts, outdoor education, and co-curricular activities.
Bus service details	Bus service details No dedicated bus service. The campus is accessible by public transit in North Vancouver.	Bus service details —
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 Tuition for 2026-27 is CAD 33,300 for JK through Grade 12. Non-BC residents pay an additional CAD 4,500. New student entrance fee of CAD 3,500 (one-time). Tuition includes workbooks, textbooks, classroom supplies, field trips, and most outdoor education trips and club activities.
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 Not available. Day school only.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement School uniform is required; a uniform package costs approximately CAD 1,200	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Daily buffet breakfast and dinner, a set lunch, and an evening snack are provided for boarding students	Food options —
House system	House system Boarding houses with resident supervisors provide pastoral care and community structure	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Privately owned independent school registered with the BC Ministry of Education	Governance and ownership Independent school governed by a board of directors. Founded in 1996.
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 British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum enriched with 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. In 2024, 95% of 331 AP exams written achieved a score of 3.0 or above. Languages (French, Spanish, and Mandarin) are taught from Junior Kindergarten. Enriched opportunities in global learning, sciences, digital and media arts, outdoor education, and visual and performing arts.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio. 132 teachers and 54 support staff. Average class size of 22 students.
Exam results	Exam results Approximately 98% of graduates receive university offers, with millions in scholarships awarded annually	Exam results 95% of 331 AP exams written in 2024 achieved a score of 3.0 or above (out of 5). 100% graduation rate. 100% post-secondary acceptance rate. $2 million in scholarship awards earned annually by graduates.
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 100% post-secondary acceptance rate. $2 million in scholarship awards earned annually. 3 dedicated university/career counsellors support students.
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 20 AP courses provide advanced academic challenge across multiple disciplines.
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 Character education program focused on personal development. 4 personal counsellors on staff.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) English support programme available; contact the school for additional learning support information	Special educational needs (SEN) Academic support services available across all grade levels.
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 —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing School counselling services led by Head Counsellor Meghan Dalziel, with 24/7 supervision and support for boarding students	Mental wellbeing 4 personal counsellors dedicated to student wellbeing and mental health support.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Comprehensive safeguarding policies with 24/7 supervision for boarding students and structured routines	Safeguarding —
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 18-acre campus on Vancouver's Jericho Lands featuring all-weather turf field, track, two gymnasiums, swimming pool, fitness centre, and tennis courts. Dedicated studios for art, drama, music, and film.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two full-size multipurpose gymnasiums and a private indoor swimming pool (Bodwell Aquatics)	Sports facilities All-weather turf field, running track, two gymnasiums, swimming pool, fitness centre, and tennis courts.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Dedicated science and technology laboratories, computer labs, and specialised academy spaces for STEM, media, and fine arts	Academic facilities Dedicated studios for art, drama, music, and film. Design and engineering spaces. Science laboratories.
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 10 competitive sports and 60 co-curricular clubs. Internationally recognized debate, Model UN, and public speaking programs. Visual and performing arts. Outdoor education. Design and engineering.
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 Founded in 1996 in Vancouver, BC. The school has grown to nearly 1,000 students across an 18-acre campus on the Jericho Lands.
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 The school emphasizes social justice, Indigenous education, and global learning. Located on unceded Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh territory.
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 —
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 Internationally recognized debate, Model UN, and public speaking clubs. 20 AP courses across multiple disciplines.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Jazz Band, Rock Band, Guitar Club, Art Studio Club, Photography Club, and Innovative Media Academy	Arts & creative Visual and performing arts programs with dedicated studios for art, drama, music, and film. Design and engineering.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language A diverse community of students from over 40 countries, with cultural events and language exchange opportunities	Cultural & language French, Spanish, and Mandarin taught from Junior Kindergarten. Indigenous education program. Global learning initiatives.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Adventure Club, Fitness Club, Yoga Club, Ski and Snowboard Club, and various social activities for boarders	Social & hobbies 60 co-curricular clubs covering a range of interests and hobbies.
Community & service	Community & service Habitat for Humanity chapter, volunteering opportunities, and community service programmes	Community & service Social justice initiatives and community service are embedded in the school culture. First responders program available.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership roles, boarding house leadership positions, and university preparation programmes	Leadership & professional Student leadership opportunities through clubs, councils, and community engagement. Character education program.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellness and health programmes, Jiu Jitsu Club, Yoga Club, and structured boarding routines	Lifestyle & wellbeing Outdoor education programs, 10 competitive sports, swimming pool, fitness centre, and 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 French, Spanish, and Mandarin instruction from JK onward. The school emphasizes languages as a core part of its enriched 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, Spanish, and Mandarin are taught from Junior Kindergarten.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs International students benefit from an English immersion environment with dedicated transitional English courses to build academic language skills.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards 98% university acceptance rate with millions of dollars in scholarships awarded to graduates	Awards 100% graduation and post-secondary acceptance rates. $2 million in annual scholarship awards earned by graduates. 95% AP exam pass rate (3+). Internationally recognized debate and Model UN programs.
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 Member of ISABC (Independent Schools Association of British Columbia). Follows BC Ministry of Education curriculum.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Applications can be submitted online. The admissions process includes academic transcripts and supporting documents. Rolling admissions throughout the year.	Admissions Application fee of CAD 350 (CAD 250 for reapplication). New student entrance fee of CAD 3,500 (one-time, non-refundable). Application and entrance fees are non-refundable.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarship opportunities are available. Contact the admissions office for current scholarship programmes and eligibility requirements.	Scholarships First Nations Legacy Scholarship for students on the Nominal Roll of Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation, and Tsleil-Waututh Nation (preference for Grades 1, 5, and 8). Grade 8 Founding Headmaster Scholarships: three merit-based entrance scholarships valued at CAD 1,996 each, awarded to academically strong students involved in athletics, music, arts, and community.
Waitlist	Waitlist Contact the school for information on waitlist availability	Waitlist —
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