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Brockton School

Canada, North Vancouver

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 328
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Mandarin
Typical class size 6
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Located in North Vancouver, Brockton School is an independent secular IB World Continuum institution serving Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. It is governed by the Brockton Preparatory School Society, a not-for-profit organization, and is the only independent BC school offering all four IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP, CP) alongside the BC Dogwood Diploma. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and language study, with English, French, Spanish and Mandarin available, and senior courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics, plus ADST subjects such as Design Technology, Media Design, Digital Media Development, Entrepreneurship and Culinary Arts. The Duval Road campus (3467 Duval Road) includes a dedicated music room and other specialist spaces, with outdoor spaces used for learning outside the classroom and modular expansions completed in 2012, 2016 and 2020. Brockton supports a three-season athletic program and Outdoor Education, a World Music Program that has performed at Carnegie Hall and in Vienna, and a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% of graduates transition to post-secondary pathways; a BYOD approach with Canvas supports digital learning. They acknowledge the unceded Coast Salish lands.

3467 Duval Road, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3E8, Canada

The Essentials

Brockton School has 328 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.

Location
North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Address: 3467 Duval Road, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3E8. Located in a North Vancouver community.

Stages
Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (IB World Continuum).

Type
Independent secular IB World Continuum School; gender-inclusive.

Additional learning support
Personalized learning in a supportive environment.

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Secular
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Governing body is a Board of Directors. Brockton is an independent secular IB World Continuum School in North Vancouver.
Fees
Application and One‑Time Fees

- Non‑refundable application fee: USD 350.
- Non‑refundable new student fee (Domestic): USD 3,000.
- Non‑refundable new student fee (International): USD 3,500.
- International student supplemental fee (charged in addition to international tuition to cover provincial funding shortfall): USD 8,500.

Annual Tuition and Consolidated (Program) Fees by Year Group

- Junior Kindergarten to Grade 2:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 30,500. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 1,250. International tuition (annual): USD 39,000.
- Grade 3:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 30,500. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 1,650. International tuition (annual): USD 39,000.
- Grade 4:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 30,500. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 2,460. International tuition (annual): USD 39,000.
- Grade 5:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 30,500. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 2,460. International tuition (annual): USD 39,000.
- Grades 6 to 10:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 32,600. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 3,090. International tuition (annual): USD 41,100.
- Grade 11:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 33,900. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 3,360. International tuition (annual): USD 42,400.
- Grade 12:
- Domestic tuition (annual): USD 33,900. Consolidated fee (annual): USD 4,130. International tuition (annual): USD 42,400.

Per‑term amounts (calculation method stated)

- Per‑term figures below are calculated by dividing the stated annual tuition and consolidated fee by three reporting periods (December, March, June), consistent with the School's reporting periods. These per‑term values are provided to show termised equivalents and are derived from the annual figures above.

- Junior Kindergarten to Grade 2 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 10,166.67. International tuition: USD 13,000. Consolidated fee: USD 416.67.
- Grade 3 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 10,166.67. International tuition: USD 13,000. Consolidated fee: USD 550.00.
- Grade 4 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 10,166.67. International tuition: USD 13,000. Consolidated fee: USD 820.00.
- Grade 5 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 10,166.67. International tuition: USD 13,000. Consolidated fee: USD 820.00.
- Grades 6–10 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 10,866.67. International tuition: USD 13,700. Consolidated fee: USD 1,030.00.
- Grade 11 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 11,300.00. International tuition: USD 14,133.33. Consolidated fee: USD 1,120.00.
- Grade 12 (per term):
- Domestic tuition: USD 11,300.00. International tuition: USD 14,133.33. Consolidated fee: USD 1,376.67.

What the Consolidated (Program) Fee Covers

- The consolidated fee covers items such as most school supplies, school‑based technology, most field trips, many activities, outdoor excursions, and the yearbook (coverage varies by grade).

Entry Bond / Donation Program

- Each new family is required to participate in the Entry Bond Program with two options: a donation (tax‑receipted) or a refundable family bond held during the family's time at the School. The required amounts by entry grade band are:
- Kindergarten to Grade 9: Donation USD 15,000 or Bond USD 20,000.
- Grade 10 to Grade 12: Donation USD 5,000 or Bond USD 10,000.

Grade 12 IB Subject and Exam Fees

- IB subject and exam fees are charged separately by the IB Organization and are incremental to Brockton tuition and consolidated fees. For a full Grade 12 IB load (six subjects plus core), subject/exam fees are approximately USD 1,400 (charged in USD). These IB fees are invoiced after course selection and timetabling.

Other Fees and Typical Additional Costs

- Optional trips, after‑school care (Cub Care/Cub Club), certain co‑curricular activities, hot lunch, and special excursions may incur additional charges. Uniforms are required and are purchased through the school supplier or the school's second‑hand shop; final uniform cost depends on pieces purchased. Students in Grades 6–12 are expected to bring their own laptop.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

- A tuition deposit and any applicable new student fee must be paid upon acceptance of an offer to secure a place; deadlines are communicated in the offer letter.
- Extended payment option: families may spread tuition over eight monthly installments running from May to December.
- IB subject/exam fees are invoiced separately after course selection and are not due with the initial tuition balance.

Boarding

- Brockton operates as a day school; students must live with a parent or legal guardian or an approved homestay arrangement. No boarding fees apply.

Refund Information

- The following are explicitly non‑refundable: application fee (USD 350) and the new student fee (Domestic USD 3,000; International USD 3,500). IB subject/exam fees are charged separately and follow IB invoicing procedures. (Deposit/new‑student payment deadlines are specified in the offer of admission.)

Fee Payment Options

- Payment methods referenced for school giving and transactions include cheque, credit card, e‑transfer, and Flywire; families may use the school's invoicing and payment processes for tuition and associated fees and should confirm available methods for tuition specifically.

Notes for Parents (practical points)

- Application and new student fees are required when applying and when accepting an offer; the tuition deposit secures the place.
- Consolidated/program fees are charged per student and cover many in‑school supplies and activities but do not include some optional trips, IB exam fees, or personal items such as laptops and additional uniform pieces.
Academics

Brockton School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Canadian Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school offers the IB World Continuum, providing the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-Related Programme.

Student Teacher Ratio
6:1

Higher Education Progression
100% of graduates are accepted into their post-secondary program of choice.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Brockton School provides social-emotional learning and mental health supports. The Student Services Team assists students, families, and faculty with social-emotional and mental health topics and supports personal growth and development. This includes lessons on social-emotional learning, mental health literacy, and overall pastoral care JK-12.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Student Services Team meets the learning needs of a wide variety of learners. They collaborate with classroom teachers to employ differentiation, accommodations, and other adaptations to address student needs, with the aim of setting students up for independence.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through social-emotional learning, mental health literacy, and pastoral care JK-12. Personal counselling services are available in-person, via email, or by telephone; counsellors typically handle topics that can be resolved in 5-7 sessions, and outside support may be recommended when appropriate.
Parent Experience

History
Brockton School is an independent secular IB World Continuum School in North Vancouver, British Columbia. It offers programs from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 and is governed by a not‑for‑profit organization known as the Brockton Preparatory School Society. It is the only independent school in British Columbia to offer all four IB Programmes (PYP, MYP, DP, CP). The school acknowledges the unceded traditional lands of the Musqueam, Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil‑Waututh), and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nations of the Coast Salish peoples and maintains a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Community
Brockton School is a partnership between staff, students, and parents/caregivers. Ongoing parental involvement is essential to fulfilling the school's mission and to Brockton's sense of community. The Brockton Parent Community (BPC) is the umbrella committee that enables parents to get involved, welcome new families, contribute to school development, and promote community service. Alumni stay connected through events and programs, including networking and mentorship opportunities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Brockton Parent Community (BPC) is the umbrella committee enabling parents and caregivers to get involved at Brockton. It welcomes new families, offers opportunities to contribute to the school's development, and provides role models for students through community service. BPC events include the Annual Gala, the Golf Tournament, and the Brockton AGM. Alumni engagement and mentorship opportunities help strengthen Brockton's connections with families and the broader community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is located at 3467 Duval Road, North Vancouver, BC. Lynn Valley provides outdoor spaces used for learning outside the classroom. The Duval Road site has undergone modular expansions in 2012, 2016, and 2020 to accommodate growth. The school includes a dedicated music room and other specialist spaces to support IB programs and arts offerings. There is a campus playground with play structures and campus upgrades funded through the Giving program.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a gymnasium for indoor physical activities and outdoor spaces in Lynn Valley for athletics. Brockton offers a three-season athletic program with basketball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, skiing, snowboarding, golf, cross country, badminton, and climbing. Some Brockton teams have achieved provincial-level success in volleyball, track & field, and mountain biking. Outdoor Education provides authentic experiential learning through varied outdoor excursions.

Academic Facilities
Four IB programmes are offered: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-Related Programme (CP), alongside the BC Dogwood Diploma. Senior courses include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, with language offerings in English, French, Spanish, and Mandarin. Design Technology, Media Design, Digital Media Development, Entrepreneurship, and Culinary Arts form part of the ADST offerings, and the World Music Program enriches the Arts. The DP core includes the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity and Service, while the CP core focuses on Personal & Professional Skills, the Reflective Project, Community Engagement, and Language & Cultural Studies. Technology is integrated through a bring-your-own-device program and Canvas, with emphasis on responsible use and digital citizenship.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Brockton offers over 60 extracurricular and athletic options. Community Action Teams give students leadership opportunities and focus on Health & Wellbeing, Arts & Culture, School Spirit, and Environmental & Social Responsibility. Outdoor Education provides authentic experiential learning through varied outdoor excursions. World Music Program enriches the Arts and has performed internationally, including at Carnegie Hall and the Golden Hall in Vienna. Athletics are offered in three seasons with sports including basketball, soccer, ultimate frisbee, skiing, snowboarding, golf, cross country, badminton, and climbing, with provincial recognition in some sports.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Brockton is an independent secular IB World Continuum School offering all four IB Programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-Related Programme (CP). The school serves Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in an inclusive, holistic learning environment and emphasizes inquiry-based learning and the development of essential skills and attitudes. Brockton provides specialized courses and programs led by specialist teachers and mentors to support students' current needs and future readiness. The school maintains a 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio and 100% of graduates are accepted into their post-secondary pathway.

Arts & Creative
The Arts program includes the World Music Program (WMP) along with Fine Arts, Design Technology, Guitar, and Culinary Arts. The WMP emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and global awareness and has performed internationally at venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Summa Cum Laude Festival in Vienna. This program encourages students to engage in performance, composition and cross-cultural learning.

Cultural & Language
Brockton offers IB language programs: Language and Literature in English A and Language Acquisition including French B, Spanish B, Mandarin B, and their respective AB variants. BC Ministry of Education language courses also support language study, including English Studies, French, and Spanish. Culture/language clubs exist among students, with examples such as German, Latin, and Italian. The school's DP language offerings and broader language program reflect an international-minded approach.

Social & Hobbies
Brockton offers over 60 extracurricular and athletic options. After-school programming includes Cub Care for Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5 and Cub Club for Primary years. The school also provides electives including visual arts and performing arts such as music as part of its broader activity program.

Community & Service
Community Action Teams (CAT) drive student-led campaigns focusing on Health & Wellbeing, Arts & Culture, School Spirit, and Environmental & Social Responsibility. Service learning is integral to Brockton's culture, connecting students with local and global communities. Leadership opportunities are cultivated through CATs, peer mentorship, and organized campaigns that mobilize the student body for community impact.

Leadership & Professional
The Greater Good program supports leadership development, well-being, and social responsibility within the senior curriculum. Community Action Teams provide ongoing leadership opportunities, organizing campaigns and service projects. The school also supports post-secondary planning and career development through dedicated counseling and pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Brockton offers a comprehensive Student Services department providing personal counselling, learning resource support, social-emotional learning, and mental health guidance. The Greater Good program supports wellbeing and ethical learning as part of the curriculum. The school provides a daily lunch program for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Languages

Language Provision
The school does not offer a separate English Language Learner Programme. Language support is provided to accommodate the needs of English language learners. There is no formal English language assessment required, but applicants in Grades 4 and above must be proficient in English, as determined during the admissions assessment. Language proficiency is assessed as part of the admissions process.
Admissions

Admissions
1. DISCOVER BROCKTON. Explore information about the school, programming, fees, admission deadlines, and culture. Follow Brockton on social media for a glimpse into the Brockton experience. Complete an inquiry and Brockton will reach out with additional information, answer questions, and invite you to upcoming events. 2. APPLY. Families should contact the Admissions Team to discuss availability and next steps for the 26/27 school year. Email admissions@brocktonschool.com. Applicants access Brockton's enrollment platform to start an application by creating an account; log in if you have previously applied, and contact the Admissions Office if you have trouble. 3. ASSESSMENT VISIT. The school aims to get to know each applicant and invites an assessment visit to demonstrate fit and evidence of potential for success. JK and K meet with the early learning teachers in a small group, with developmentally appropriate activities and observation of milestones, social-emotional readiness, and fit. Grades 1–5 meet with primary years teachers in small groups to assess academic abilities and social-emotional, communication, and collaborative skills. Grades 6–12 meet with teachers/admissions in individual or small group settings to engage in a personal interview, a writing sample with prompt, and an assessment of thinking skills. 4. DECISIONS. Student selection considers academic and non-academic factors, including the ‘fit' of the child and family with the school; the availability of space and class composition at the particular grade level; and character traits such as curiosity, independence, responsibility, self-discipline, and creativity. Parents are invited to meet with a member of the admissions/leadership team for a personal interview to determine alignment of education goals with Brockton and to learn more about the child. The final enrollment decision is communicated in writing. 5. ENROLLMENT. Successful applicants will receive an offer of admission or be placed in a wait pool. The tuition deposit and new student fee must be paid upon acceptance of an offer to secure a space by the deadline communicated in the offer letter. All relevant documents and forms will be collected.

Scholarships
Entrance Scholarships are available to new students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, with award amounts ranging from $2,500 to full tuition. Specific scholarships include Early Years, Primary Years, Middle Years, Founders Scholarship, Head's Scholarship, Champions Scholarship, and First Nations. Financial Aid Bursaries are offered to families with demonstrated financial need; applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may include a third-party financial assessment through Apple Financial Services. Applications for bursaries and entrance scholarships can be submitted together with the school application; award decisions consider fit with Brockton's mission, funding availability, and other factors, and new-student bursary decisions are typically communicated by late January or early February. Sibling Discounts and Extended Payment Plans are available. Families may apply for both a bursary and an entrance scholarship, and may be awarded one or both depending on eligibility; bursary applications require a financial assessment and supporting documentation. Need-based bursaries are reviewed annually, and applicants must reapply each year.

Waitlist
Applicants may be placed in a wait pool.
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