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Crofton House School

Canada, Vancouver

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$35,300
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 950
Type Girls School
Opened 1898
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Crofton House School is an all-girls day school in Vancouver, offering the Canadian curriculum supplemented by Advanced Placement courses. In Senior School (grades 8–12), students follow an enriched post-secondary preparatory program that meets BC graduation requirements and includes a wide range of electives and accelerated options. AP courses extend learning beyond the provincial curriculum, and the Ivy Compass program supports personal growth, leadership and engaged citizenship. The school provides extensive post-secondary planning for Canadian, American and international institutions, with continued guidance through graduation. A strong emphasis on language and electives is evident in courses such as calculus, chemistry, computer science, digital film, Mandarin and theatre. The 10-acre campus houses modern facilities including Geoffrey Lau Science Centre, Beedie Fine Arts Centre, a senior school building and multiple arts and athletics venues. Global exchanges and over 60 clubs expand opportunities for leadership, service, and global awareness. The school prioritizes mentorship and character.

www.croftonhouse.ca

3200 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6N 3E1, Canada

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The Essentials

Crofton House School has 950 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
3200 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia V6N 3E1, Canada. The school sits on a 10-acre campus on Vancouver's west side. All facilities for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 are on a single spacious campus.

Stages
Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 on a single campus. Junior School covers Early Childhood Education to Grade 5, and Senior School covers Grades 6–12.

Type
All-girls day school

School day structure
School hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Crofton House School ranges from CAD 35,300 for 2026/27.

Application & Assessment Fees

- Early-deadline application fee (intake years: Grade 6 & Grade 8 only): USD 250.
- Application fee for intake years (Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 6 & Grade 8): USD 350.
- Application fee for non-intake years (Grades 1–5 and Grade 7): USD 200.
- Application fee for non-intake years (Grades 9–12): USD 150.
- English+ program assessment fee: USD 75.

Enrolment-related fees and required deposits

- New Student Entrance Fee (payable on acceptance of a conditional offer): USD 5,000.
- Non-refundable tuition deposit included in the published tuition: USD 3,000 (applied toward annual tuition).
- Independent School Grant Fee (charged where neither parent/guardian qualifies for the provincial grant): USD 5,000.
- English+ program one-time fee (first year of five-year program): USD 40,000 (paid in the first year of program participation).

Annual tuition (2026/27 academic year) — amount and inclusions

- Annual tuition: USD 35,300 (this figure includes the USD 3,000 non-refundable tuition deposit).
- The annual tuition covers: school-day program materials (text resources and selected curriculum items), Community Dining (lunch), use of a CHS-owned or student-issued device per the school device agreement, the annual grade-wide outdoor education excursion, Junior Kindergarten–Grade 5 school supplies as specified in back-to-school communications, CHS-offered AP exam fees that appear on a student's CHS timetable, annual Parents' Auxiliary dues, and a class fund for JK–Grade 7.

Tuition per-term / payment schedules and exact amounts

- Tuition balance calculation (standard, without English+): USD 35,300 (tuition) minus USD 3,000 (tuition deposit) = USD 32,300.

Payment options (standard tuition):
- One payment: 1% discount on the Annual Tuition Fee (USD 353) — net amount shown as USD 31,947 (without sibling discount). Due date: May 1, 2026.
- Three payments: three instalments due May 1, 2026; August 1, 2026; November 1, 2026 — USD 10,767 per payment (without sibling discount). An additional USD 35 is charged per instalment when using the three-payment option (USD 105 total for three payments).
- Seven payments: seven instalments due May 1, 2026; June 1, 2026; July 1, 2026; August 1, 2026; September 1, 2026; October 1, 2026; November 1, 2026 — USD 4,649 per payment (without sibling discount). An additional USD 35 is charged per instalment when using the seven-payment option (USD 245 total).
- Sibling discount: 2% discount on the oldest child; enrolment-documents show adjusted dollar amounts when this discount is applied.

English+ program payment example (tuition + one-time English+ fee):
- English+ combined balance: USD 35,300 (tuition) + USD 40,000 (English+ one-time fee) - USD 3,000 (tuition deposit) = USD 72,300.
- One payment (1% discount) and multi-instalment schedules are available for the English+ balance; example instalment amounts are shown in the instalments reference.

Additional instalment terms:
- A service charge of USD 50 is processed for any change of instalment option after the May 1 instalment has been billed.
- Multiple-instalment options carry the USD 35 per-payment administrative surcharge as noted above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The USD 3,000 non-refundable tuition deposit must be paid by February 1 as part of the enrolment requirement; full payment timelines follow the instalment schedules above. Parents/guardians must pay the full amount billed on monthly statements by the first of the month following issuance.
- Overdue amounts: interest is charged at 6% per annum on overdue balances; interest is applied on the fifteenth and last day of each month for overdue amounts. Steps for non-payment include withholding enrollment for the next academic year, treating the student as not enrolled if overdue as of August 1, refusing participation in discretionary activities, and other remedies; recovery costs (including legal fees) are charged to the payer.

Accepted payment methods and payment processing notes

- Accepted methods for deposits, tuition payments, entrance fees, incidental charges and donations: pre-authorized payment (form available), online banking, personal cheque, credit card (processed via Plastiq), bank draft, and wire transfer. The school will not accept cash for tuition or donations.
- Pre-authorized payment forms and wire-transfer instructions are provided in the enrolment-document resources. Administrative fees apply for certain instalment choices and for changes to instalment plans after billing.

Incidental and other costs (not covered by annual tuition)

- Compulsory non-tuition expenditures not covered by the annual tuition include: CHS uniform items and any fee for Physical and Health Education course Outdoor Education 11; course-specific materials such as musical instruments rented from the school.
- Discretionary or optional expenses (billed to monthly statements as applicable) include: graduation event costs (Grade 12), optional co-curricular excursions and trips (overnight travel and accommodation), rowing-related costs, out-of-school care programs, Kinder Camp (JK/SK summer program), ProgramPlus activities (external providers such as Arts Umbrella, Yoga Buggy), “Grab and Go” snack purchases, purchases from the Uniform Shop (uniform items, fanwear), drama production tickets, and Parents' Auxiliary event fees. Uniform purchases are handled through the CHS Uniform Shop (store hours and order process are described in the Uniform Shop resources).

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable: Crofton House School is an independent day school for girls from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12; there is no boarding program.

Refunds and withdrawal charges

- The USD 3,000 tuition deposit is non-refundable and will be retained on withdrawal.
- For newly admitted students who withdraw, the New Student Entrance Fee (USD 5,000) will be retained and is non-refundable.
- Families must pay any amount required to offset the Independent School Grant loss to the School if applicable; this amount is determined by the School based on Ministry of Education and Child Care calculations.
- Withdrawal schedule for notice given after April 30 for the following school year (additional amounts payable to the School depending on the date of withdrawal):
- Withdrawal between April 30 and May 31: USD 4,000.
- Withdrawal between May 31 and June 30: USD 8,000.
- Withdrawal between June 30 and July 31: USD 12,000.
- Withdrawal after July 31: remaining balance of the full annual tuition becomes payable (i.e., the remainder of the annual tuition for the following year).
- The Annual Tuition Fee (after discounts or financial assistance) will not be reduced for student absence.
- In the event of prolonged Disruptive Events that prevent the School from delivering services for more than three consecutive months in an academic year, the School may, at its sole discretion, issue a credit or refund for some or all of the Annual Tuition Fee; the amount and form (credit or refund) are determined by the School at the end of the academic year, and unpaid amounts owed to the School will be deducted from any credit or refund.

Other notes on student financial support and discounts

- Financial assistance is available (entrance and hardship categories) and can cover up to 98% of tuition and related programmatic costs in qualifying cases; separate application processes and renewals apply.
- A 2% sibling discount applies to the oldest child when two or more daughters attend the school.
Academics

Crofton House School teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Senior School (Grade 8–12) uses an enriched post-secondary preparatory curriculum that meets or exceeds BC graduation requirements. The program includes a wide array of electives and accelerated programs. Advanced Placement courses offer opportunities to study beyond the BC curriculum. Ivy Compass is a signature program that fosters personal growth, leadership and engaged citizenship. Post-secondary preparation includes extensive post-secondary research and planning for Canadian, American and international post-secondary schools, with guidance continuing through graduation. A diverse range of electives is available, including calculus, chemistry, computer science, digital film, Mandarin, and theatre.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size is 20 students. Small class sizes are emphasized with approximately 20 students per class.

Higher Education Progression
Crofton House graduates continue their studies at post-secondary institutions in Canada, the United States and worldwide. Post-secondary preparation includes extensive post-secondary research and planning for Canadian, American and international institutions, with guidance through graduation.
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Admissions

Admissions
The school welcomes international students; at least one parent or legal guardian must have Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, a work visa, or a study visa. Applications are available one calendar year in advance of the school year; for September 2027, applications will be available September 2026. Deadlines are published in Key Dates. Applicants for Junior and Senior Kindergarten who meet preliminary admission requirements will be invited to a parent interview; all Grade 6 and Grade 8 applicants complete a family interview; applicants for other grades are shortlisted for interviews. Interviews may be held in person or virtually. Attendance at the in-house assessment/observation is mandatory for all applicants (JK–Grade 8) and accommodations for assessment times will be considered but not guaranteed. Admissions decisions are made by a holistic Admissions Committee after reviewing the candidate's file; there is a waitpool for applicants who meet entrance criteria but did not receive a first-round offer, with no ranking; waitpool candidates are reviewed again if a space becomes available. Required documents include the birth certificate, parent/guardian immigration documents, a confidential reference, the two previous years' final report cards (and the current year when available), and any Psycho-Educational Assessment (Psycho-Ed) or IEP if applicable. A single confidential reference is required; the referee does not need to prepare a separate letter. A specific SSAT score is not required; SSAT is considered in context with other components. The school offers an English+ Program (English for Academic Purposes) for students needing additional English support. Tuition and fees questions are answered on the Tuition & Fees page. Uniforms are not included in tuition. Financial assistance is available as a bursary up to 98% of tuition and related costs, based on demonstrated need; applications for financial assistance go through Apple Financial Services and the process is annual; if financial circumstances change, contact the Admissions Office; families receiving assistance re‑apply each year; enrolled students may access a Crofton House School Foundation bursary if circumstances change. The school does not offer merit-based scholarships.

Scholarships
The school does not currently offer specific merit-based scholarships. Financial assistance is provided as bursaries up to 98% of tuition and related costs based on demonstrated need; applications for financial assistance are submitted through Apple Financial Services and the aid is renewed annually if need persists. If financial circumstances change, families may be considered for additional assistance through the Crofton House School Foundation; the process involves annual review and reapplication.

Waitlist
The waitpool is used for candidates who meet the entrance criteria but did not receive a first-round offer; there is no ranking in the waitpool, and candidates are reviewed again if a space becomes available.
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