Southridge School

Canada, Surrey

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees CA$29,450 - 46,100

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 688

Type Co-educational

Opened 1995

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Advanced Placement (AP), Canadian Curriculum

Taught languages French, Spanish

Typical class size 18

Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Leadership and Professional, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Southridge School is a K–12 co‑educational independent school on a 17‑acre campus in South Surrey, British Columbia. The Junior School (K–7) offers International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program and Middle Years Program, with Grade 6–7 completing a two‑year abbreviated MYP that builds on PYP foundations and prepares students for the Senior School. In Grades 8–10, the curriculum is broad and mandatory, with provincial exams in Science, Math, and English in Grade 10; the Senior School also offers Advanced Placement courses. The Senior School Education Program (SSEP) weaves academics with co‑curriculars, service learning, the arts, outdoor education, and character development to prepare students for university study in Canada, the United States, Europe. Facilities include Design Labs, art studios, music rooms, libraries, gyms, and four outdoor fields, including a turf field; a 2024 expansion added an Early Learning Centre. Notable features include Harkness learning, a one‑to‑one laptop program, international exchanges, and leadership opportunities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the ASK program.

www.southridge.ca

2656 160th Street, Surrey, British Columbia V3Z 0B7

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The Essentials

Location

Southridge School is located in South Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. The campus sits on 17 acres in South Surrey. The address is 2656 160th Street, Surrey, BC V3Z 0B7. The school is accessible by transit.

Stages

Junior School (K-Grade 7); Senior School (Grades 8-12)

Type

Co-Ed K-12 Independent School

School day structure

Junior School: daily start around 7:45 a.m. and end around 3:30 p.m.; classes are 60 minutes. Senior School: daily start around 7:50 a.m. and end around 4:00 p.m.; classes are 80 minutes and follow an eight-day cycle.

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Fees

Application / registration fees

- New student registration fee: CAD 3,000 per student.
- Enrollment deposit required at time of acceptance: CAD 2,000 (February deposit). The February deposit is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027 academic year) — domestic students (annual amounts)

- Grades K–4: CAD 29,450 per year.
- Grades 5–7: CAD 29,950 per year.
- Grades 8–12: CAD 33,350 per year.

Tuition payment plans and per‑payment amounts (domestic students, 2026–2027)

Plan A — Prepaid (payment to be received by April 30, 2026)
- February non‑refundable deposit: CAD 2,000.
- Prepaid balance billed April 1, 2026 (less 1%):
- K–4: CAD 27,160; Total (deposit + balance): CAD 29,160.
- 5–7: CAD 27,650; Total: CAD 29,650.
- 8–12: CAD 31,020; Total: CAD 33,020.

Plan B — Standard (default plan if no other plan is chosen)
- February non‑refundable deposit: CAD 2,000.
- Three scheduled payments billed to reach the annual total:
- 1st payment (April 1, 2026):
- K–4: CAD 7,817
- 5–7: CAD 7,983
- 8–12: CAD 9,117
- 2nd payment (July 1, 2026):
- K–4: CAD 9,817
- 5–7: CAD 9,983
- 8–12: CAD 11,117
- 3rd payment (November 1, 2026):
- K–4: CAD 9,816
- 5–7: CAD 9,984
- 8–12: CAD 11,116
- Totals under Plan B equal the listed annual tuitions: K–4 CAD 29,450; 5–7 CAD 29,950; 8–12 CAD 33,350.

Plan C — Installment (includes an administration fee)
- February non‑refundable deposit: CAD 2,000.
- 1st payment billed April 1, 2026, followed by monthly payments May 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027:
- 1st payment (April 1, 2026):
- K–4: CAD 1,005
- 5–7: CAD 1,055
- 8–12: CAD 1,395
- Monthly payments (May 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027):
- K–4: CAD 3,005 per month
- 5–7: CAD 3,055 per month
- 8–12: CAD 3,395 per month
- Resulting totals (including administrative fee):
- K–4: CAD 30,050; 5–7: CAD 30,550; 8–12: CAD 33,950.
- Plan C requires pre‑authorized debit, pre‑authorized credit card, or post‑dated cheques on a Canadian bank account; required pre‑authorization forms are provided to families choosing Plan C.

International students — tuition and payment plans (2026–2027)

- Annual totals (examples by grade band):
- K–4: CAD 41,180 (Plan A prepaid) — Plan B total CAD 41,600 — Plan C total CAD 42,200.
- 5–7: CAD 41,680 (Plan A prepaid) — Plan B total CAD 42,100 — Plan C total CAD 42,700.
- 8–12: CAD 45,040 (Plan A prepaid) — Plan B total CAD 45,500 — Plan C total CAD 46,100.
- Plan A, B, C follow the same billing structure/timing shown for domestic students (deposit in February; major billings April/July/November or monthly installments) with the international plan amounts shown above. Plan C for international students likewise requires pre‑authorization or post‑dated cheques.

Billing schedule and payment terms — summary

- The school requires a February deposit of CAD 2,000 to secure a place; that deposit is described as non‑refundable. Plan B (three payments) is the default if families do not choose another plan. Plan A (prepaid) provides a small discount on the balance; Plan C charges an administration fee and requires pre‑authorized debit/credit card or post‑dated cheques on a Canadian bank account. Payment dates under the standard schedule include April 1, July 1, and November 1 (domestic Plan B).

Boarding

- Southridge is a day school; no boarding program or homestay support is offered, therefore there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and fees (items specifically excluded from tuition)

- New student registration fee: CAD 3,000 per student (listed as not included in tuition).
- Uniform costs.
- Outdoor education field trips and sporting trips (listed separately from mandatory field trips covered by tuition).
- School Café (meals/food).
- AP exam fees (where applicable for senior students).
- Yearbook.
- Note on included items: tuition does include curricular program and instruction, technology fees (computers & iPads), textbooks & workbooks, mandatory field trips, and school supplies for Grades K–5.

Refund information (applicable items)

- The February enrollment deposit (CAD 2,000) is explicitly described as non‑refundable. No other specific refund terms for the new student registration fee or other fee refunds are published in the tuition/payment plan documents available for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Fee payment options / accepted payment methods (explicitly stated)

- Plan C (installment plan) specifically requires one of the following on a Canadian bank account: pre‑authorized debit, pre‑authorized credit card, or post‑dated cheques. The school provides the necessary pre‑authorization forms to families choosing Plan C. These payment methods are explicitly named in the tuition payment plan documents.

Sibling discount

- Families with two or more children enrolled receive a sibling discount: the second child receives 5% off tuition (irrespective of payment plan); the third and subsequent siblings receive 10% off tuition.

Academics

Curriculum

Junior School (K-7) offers International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) and Middle Years Program (MYP) within the Kindergarten to Grade 7 continuum. Grade 6–7 students participate in a two-year abbreviated MYP program building on the PYP, preparing them for transition to the Senior School where Harkness learning and discussion-based teaching are central. In Grades 8-10, a broad, mandatory academic program is offered; Science, Math, and English are provincially examined in Grade 10. The Senior School also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and examinations in several disciplines. The Senior School Education Program (SSEP) is a future-thinking framework that integrates the academic program with co-curriculars, service learning, the arts, outdoor education, and character development, and a Curriculum Guide for 2026-2027 is available. The program prepares students for post-secondary study at universities in Canada, the United States, Europe, and abroad.

Student Teacher Ratio

18 students per class (Grades 8-10).

Exam Results

In Grades 8-10, Science, Math, and English are provincially examined in Grade 10, and Southridge has a strong record in preparing students for these examinations.

Higher Education Progression

The Southridge academic program covers prerequisites for post-secondary studies at universities in Canada, the United States, Europe, and abroad; Advanced Placement credits are recognized at universities worldwide.

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Admissions

Applications for the 2027–2028 school year open on August 24, 2026. Southridge is a K-12 independent school in Surrey, BC. Admissions are selective and consider the child as a whole person, including extracurricular involvement, academic record, citizenship, motivation, determination, and resiliency. All applicants must be fluent in English; there is no ESL program. The six-step application process is: 1) Preparation, 2) Apply Online via The Ridge, 3) Submit Required Documents, 4) Assessments and Testing, 5) Interview, 6) Decisions. Application deadlines are Kindergarten: November 1, 2026; Grades 1–12: November 15, 2026. The application fee is $300 for domestic applicants, $200 for reapplications, and $400 for international applicants. Required documents include a recent photo, age verification (birth certificate or passport), final June report cards for two previous years, Teacher Evaluation (K–8), a Reference Letter (9–12), and a video (3–5 minutes for Grades 8–12). Assessments and testing involve CAT5 for Grades 3–5 and the SSAT for Grades 6–12, with testing options including in-person and online formats. Interviews follow assessments: Kindergarten (parent interview), Grades 1–7 (parent interview), Grades 8–12 (parent and student interview). Decisions are communicated through the online account on dates: Kindergarten by February 15, 2027; Grades 1–7 by March 15, 2027; Grade 8 by March 1, 2027; Grades 9–12 by March 15, 2027; and additional offers may be made if spaces become available. For inquiries, Admissions team contact: admissions@southridge.ca.

Scholarships

Southridge offers a limited number of one-time entrance Scholarships worth $7,500 and renewable Scholarships worth $7,500 annually to graduation for new Senior School students based on merit. A limited number of full and partial renewable bursaries are also offered to new Grade 8–12 students.

Waitlist

Wait pool: Southridge receives more applications than spaces. Students placed in the wait pool are considered for openings that arise from attrition, and waitlisted students are welcome to re-apply the following September; there is no limit to the number of times a student may apply.

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FAQs

Where is Southridge School located and what is the campus like for new international families?

Southridge is in South Surrey, British Columbia, at 2656 160th Street, Surrey, BC V3Z 0B7. The 17‑acre campus has separate Junior (K–7) and Senior (8–12) buildings, modern facilities, and is accessible by transit, making it convenient for families relocating from abroad.

What grades does Southridge serve and how is the IB program implemented in the Junior School?

Southridge runs a K–12 program. In the Junior School (K–7), it offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) and Middle Years Program (MYP), with a two‑year abbreviated MYP for Grades 6–7. The Senior School emphasises Harkness learning and includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, with the Senior School Education Program guiding academics, service, arts, outdoor education, and character development.

Is Southridge a boarding school?

No. Southridge is a day school with no boarding program or homestay support; students commute or use available transit options.

What are the tuition rates for domestic students in 2026–2027?

Domestic tuition for 2026–2027 is CAD 29,450 per year for Grades K–4, CAD 29,950 for Grades 5–7, and CAD 33,350 for Grades 8–12. There are three payment plans (Prepaid Plan A, Standard Plan B, and Installment Plan C) with deposits and scheduled payments accordingly.

What are the international student tuition amounts for 2026–2027?

International tuition totals for 2026–2027 are CAD 41,180 (Plan A prepaid), CAD 41,600 (Plan B), or CAD 42,200 (Plan C) per year, depending on the chosen payment plan and grade level. Plan structures follow the same timing as domestic students with an upfront February deposit.

What is included in tuition, and what costs are extra?

Tuition includes curricular instruction, technology fees (computers and iPads), textbooks and workbooks, mandatory field trips, and school supplies for K–5. Extra costs include the new student registration fee (CAD 3,000), uniforms, meals, outdoor/ sporting trips, AP exam fees, and yearbooks.

What is the admissions process for 2027–2028 and the key deadlines?

The six‑step process is: 1) Preparation, 2) Apply Online via The Ridge, 3) Submit required documents, 4) Assessments and testing, 5) Interview, 6) Decisions. Applications for Kindergarten are due November 1, 2026; Grades 1–12 by November 15, 2026. Decisions are communicated through an online account on specific dates.

Is there a waitlist and can families reapply if they don't get a place?

Yes, Southridge maintains a wait pool because applications exceed spaces. Waitlisted students may be offered openings due to attrition, and families are welcome to re‑apply the following September.

Are there scholarships or bursaries, and how are they awarded?

There are limited one‑time entrance Scholarships of CAD 7,500 and renewable Scholarships of CAD 7,500 annually for new Senior School students based on merit, plus a limited number of full or partial renewable bursaries for new Grade 8–12 students.

What exams are provincially examined in Grade 10 and are AP courses available?

In Grades 8–10, Science, Math, and English are provincially examined in Grade 10. The Senior School also offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and examinations across several disciplines.

What is the class size like in Grades 8–10?

Classes in Grades 8–10 typically have about 18 students per class, supporting close teacher attention and active discussion.

What facilities does the campus offer for the Junior and Senior Schools?

The Junior School features a Design Lab, two art studios, a large library, a music room, a fully equipped gym, and SMART‑board classrooms. The Senior School includes a Design Lab with up‑to‑date media tech, a spacious art studio, a music room that can convert to a stage, libraries, a gym, and dedicated student services spaces.

What sports and outdoor facilities are available on campus?

The campus has four large outdoor fields (including a turf field), grass and turf fields for PE and athletics, a Junior School gym, a Senior School gym with locker rooms, and an Athletics Entry Hall for events.

What learning supports and technology resources does Southridge provide beyond the classroom?

Southridge runs a one‑to‑one laptop program for Grades 5–12 with personal devices supplied for learning. The campus includes Design Labs, libraries, and learning commons to support research, collaboration, and project work.

What leadership and service opportunities exist at Southridge?

Leadership and service are embedded through programs like the Duke of Edinburgh Award, the ASK mentorship program connecting Grade 10–11 students with alumni, and a strong service component linked to IB programs and community involvement.

Are there student exchanges or international travel opportunities?

Yes. Southridge runs student exchanges with partner schools in Australia and Quebec. Exchanges last four to six weeks, with students studying and living with partner‑school peers.

What languages are taught at Southridge and is there a bilingual program?

French is taught as a Second Language to Kindergarten through Grade 7 as part of the Junior School curriculum. There is no bilingual or immersion program beyond the French as a Second Language offering.

What wellbeing and safeguarding resources does Southridge offer?

Southridge provides social and emotional learning support, mindfulness resources, and wellness guidance. Safeguarding policies include a SOGI policy, a concussion protocol, anti‑bullying measures, and health and safety policies.

Is there English as an Additional Language (EAL) support at Southridge?

No. Southridge requires fluent English for all applicants, as there is no ESL program offered.

How does the house system work at Southridge?

There is a unified K–12 house system with Ravens, Otters, Hawks, and Chinooks in the Junior School and Hurricane, Blizzard, Lightning, and Thunder in the Senior School; houses compete for points across the year, culminating in the Golden Boots Award.

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