St. John’s School Vancouver

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees CA$28,000 - 36,000

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 580

Type Co-educational

Opened 1986

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Canadian Curriculum

Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish

Typical class size 14

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School

Introduction

St. John's School Vancouver is an all-gender, independent secular IB World School in Kitsilano, offering the International Baccalaureate Continuum for students aged 4 to 18. The school delivers Primary Years Programme for JK–5, Middle Years Programme for 6–10, and the Diploma Programme for 11–12, with about 570 students enrolled from JK to Grade 12. The campus includes Junior and Senior School facilities, including a Courtyard Playground, a Junior School Music Room, Library and Atrium, plus the Junior School Gym and Senior School Art Studio, Design and Film Studio, Drama Studio, Science Centre, Gunn Gym, Learning Commons and Fitness Centre. The campus supports arts, sciences and athletics, with more than 70 clubs such as Chess Club, Model UN and Business Club. Arts programs include Jazz Band, Strings and Choir; community service includes Kits Beach Cleanup; leadership includes Student Council. The school acknowledges the unceded territories of Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

www.stjohns.bc.ca

2215 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 2J1, Canada

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The Essentials

Location

Located in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Address: 2215 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6K 2J1. The school sits on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Stages

JK to Grade 12. The Junior School runs from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5; the Middle Years Programme covers Grade 6 to Grade 10; the Diploma Programme covers Grades 11 and 12.

Type

The school is an all-gender independent secular IB World School.

Country affiliation

Canada

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation.

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Fees

Application fees

- Junior Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 4: CAD 350 per application.
- All other grades: CAD 250 per application.

Tuition and mandatory school fees (2026–2027)

- Junior Kindergarten: Total School Fees CAD 28,000. Breakdown: Tuition CAD 27,400; Student Activity Fee CAD 600; Education Resource Fee none.
- Kindergarten – Grade 5: Total School Fees CAD 29,000. Breakdown: Tuition CAD 27,400; Student Activity Fee CAD 1,000; Education Resource Fee CAD 600.
- Grades 6 – 10: Total School Fees CAD 31,700. Breakdown: Tuition CAD 29,650; Student Activity Fee CAD 1,450; Education Resource Fee CAD 600.
- Grade 11: Total School Fees CAD 34,750. Breakdown: Tuition CAD 32,800; Student Activity Fee CAD 1,350; Education Resource Fee CAD 600.
- Grade 12: Total School Fees CAD 36,000. Breakdown: Tuition CAD 32,800; Student Activity Fee CAD 1,000; Education Resource Fee CAD 200; Grade 12 Fee CAD 2,000 (includes graduation costs). Note: IB assessment fees for DP subjects are approximately CAD 1,200 paid upfront and reconciled at year end.

Enrolment, registration and deposits

- Tuition Deposit: CAD 3,000 per student, due at point of enrolment or re-enrolment. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- New Student Registration Fee: One-time CAD 3,000 per newly enrolled JK–Grade 12 student, due upon acceptance; this fee is non-refundable.
- Enrolment Fee (new students): One-time fee for newly enrolled JK–Grade 10 students: CAD 9,000 for the first child from a household, CAD 6,000 for the second child; no enrolment fee for subsequent children from the same household. This fee is due upon acceptance.

Additional and optional fees

- After-School Child Care (optional, Grades K–7): Flat fee CAD 2,600 per school year. Occasional drop-in care is CAD 25 per day (invoiced as used). Refunds for withdrawal from the program permitted up to Sept 1 (processing fee applies).
- International Student Fee: CAD 8,100 per international student per year (in addition to mandatory school fees); reviewed annually. Full tuition and applicable fees for international students are due immediately upon acceptance. The International Student Fee is refundable only if the student has not attended any part of the school year.
- Uniforms: Purchased separately from the school's official uniform supplier. Costs vary by item. Hot-lunch program costs vary and are paid directly through the external ordering platform.

Tuition instalment schedule (amounts and due dates)

- A CAD 3,000 Tuition Deposit is due on enrolment/re-enrolment (non-refundable). The remaining balance may be paid in full or by instalments according to the school schedule. The school applies the following instalment dates and amounts (example instalment schedule for the 2026–2027 year):

- Junior Kindergarten (total CAD 28,000):
- Tuition Deposit (on enrolment): CAD 3,000
- June 1, 2026: CAD 8,000
- July 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- August 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- September 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- October 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- November 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- Total: CAD 28,000.

- Kindergarten – Grade 5 (total CAD 29,000):
- Tuition Deposit: CAD 3,000
- June 1, 2026: CAD 9,000
- July 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- August 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- September 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- October 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- November 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- Total: CAD 29,000.

- Grades 6 – 10 (total CAD 31,700):
- Tuition Deposit: CAD 3,000
- June 1, 2026: CAD 9,700
- July 1, 2026: CAD 4,500
- August 1, 2026: CAD 4,500
- September 1, 2026: CAD 3,500
- October 1, 2026: CAD 3,500
- November 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- Total: CAD 31,700.

- Grade 11 (total CAD 34,750):
- Tuition Deposit: CAD 3,000
- June 1, 2026: CAD 9,750
- July 1, 2026: CAD 5,500
- August 1, 2026: CAD 5,500
- September 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- October 1, 2026: CAD 4,000
- November 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- Total: CAD 34,750.

- Grade 12 (total CAD 36,000):
- Tuition Deposit: CAD 3,000
- June 1, 2026: CAD 10,000
- July 1, 2026: CAD 5,500
- August 1, 2026: CAD 5,500
- September 1, 2026: CAD 4,500
- October 1, 2026: CAD 4,500
- November 1, 2026: CAD 3,000
- Total: CAD 36,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Balance of School Fees (excluding the tuition deposit) is due in full or by instalments per the instalment schedule; the balance deadline for the instalment schedule shown is May 29, 2026 when paid in full or when post-dated cheques are provided. Early-payment discount of 1% applies to tuition paid in full on or before May 15, 2026. A 3% sibling discount applies to the Tuition Fee for the youngest sibling.
- Late payment interest: 1.50% per month (18% per annum) applied to outstanding balances after the school's balance-due date. NSF cheque fees are CAD 25 for the first NSF, CAD 50 for the second, CAD 100 for subsequent NSF cheques. Ongoing late payment may affect enrolment eligibility.

Fee payment options and processing fees

- Accepted payment methods: Canadian-dollar cheques (payable to “SJS St. John's School Society”), online bill payment from BMO, CIBC, RBC, Scotiabank and TD (use student HOST ID as account number), credit card (arranged through the Finance team), and international wire transfer. Cash is accepted only with limits and additional identification procedures for larger transactions.
- Credit card payments: Can be arranged through the Finance team; a 2.40% processing fee applies to School Fee payments (except re-enrolment tuition deposits). International wire transfers incur a CAD 50 processing fee; families should email the Finance team to confirm payment timing.

Boarding / homestay

- St. John's School does not offer a boarding or homestay program. International students must reside in British Columbia with a parent or legal guardian while enrolled.

Refund information and withdrawal terms

- Withdrawal notice received by May 29, 2026: Tuition Deposit, Student Activity Fee, Education Resource Fee and New Student Registration Fee (if applicable) are non-refundable. Payments toward the Enrolment Fee (if applicable) and Tuition Fees will be refunded.
- Withdrawal notice received from May 30 to June 30, 2026: Tuition Deposit, Student Activity Fee, Education Resource Fee and New Student Registration Fee (if applicable) are non-refundable. Payments toward the Enrolment Fee (if applicable) and 67% of paid Tuition Fees (for Term 2 and Term 3) will be refunded.
- Withdrawal notice received after June 30, 2026: All School Fees, including full tuition, are due and payable in full. Except for the Enrolment Fee (if applicable), all fees are non-refundable; the Enrolment Fee will be refunded only if the student has not attended SJS for any part of the school year.
- Refunds are issued to the parent/guardian in the original payment form; credit card refunds are returned to the original card. Cash refunds are not permitted. Written withdrawal notice must be sent to the Director of Enrolment Management.

If anything in this summary requires clarification, the school's admissions or finance contacts can confirm the application, enrolment and payment processes.

Academics

Curriculum

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for JK–Grade 5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grade 6–10, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grade 11–12. Enrollment is 570 students from JK to Grade 12.

Exam Results

Average IB DP score is 34, above the world average of 30.9. 100% of SJS graduates receive offers from multiple post-secondary institutions.

Higher Education Progression

Two dedicated University Counsellors support post-secondary planning. The Class of 2026 received $1 million in scholarship offers, and 77% of the class received a post-secondary scholarship offer. All graduates receive offers from multiple post-secondary institutions.

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Admissions

1. Complete the Online Application Form. Applications open on September 1 for 2027 entry. Submit your application through the online portal, pay the grade-appropriate application fee, and upload all required supporting documents by the grade's deadline. Late applications may be accepted if there is space. For Grades 8–10, SSAT scores must be available; Grade 11 applicants must also provide SSAT scores.

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3. Shortlist Decision. The Admissions Committee reviews all applications and assessment results, including report cards and reference forms. You will be notified of your shortlist status on the grade's specified date. 4. Parent/Guardian Interview. Shortlisted applicants are invited to a 30-minute interview with the Admissions team, conducted virtually or in-person. Current SJS families and those who completed an interview for the 2026–2027 intake year are not required to do another, but may request one. 5. Admission Decision. After a final review, first-round offers will be released on February 24. As openings become available, additional offers may be made from the waitpool on a rolling basis. The waitpool remains active through the summer.

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2. Attend the Admissions Assessment. Attendance is mandatory to be considered for admission. After the application deadline, you will receive your assigned assessment date and time. Grade 1 assessments are in-person only; Grade 4 assessments may be conducted virtually if needed.

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FAQs

Where is St. John's School Vancouver located?

St. John's is in the Kitsilano neighbourhood at 2215 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC. It sits on the unceded traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. The school serves students JK through Grade 12 in a co educational, independent secular IB World School.

What is the age range for students at St. John's School Vancouver?

The school accommodates students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, roughly ages 4 to 18. The community includes about 570–580 pupils across all grades, fostering a close knit environment.

What curriculum does St. John's School Vancouver follow?

St. John's offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum, including the Primary Years Programme for JK–Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme for Grade 6–10, and the Diploma Programme for Grade 11–12. It is an IB World School focused on inquiry based learning.

What are the tuition fees by grade for 2026–2027?

For 2026–2027, total fees are CAD 28,000 for Junior Kindergarten, CAD 29,000 for Kindergarten–Grade 5, CAD 31,700 for Grades 6–10, CAD 34,750 for Grade 11, and CAD 36,000 for Grade 12. In addition, there is an International Student Fee of CAD 8,100 per year for international students.

What is the admissions process at St. John's School Vancouver?

Applicants complete the online application, pay the grade appropriate fee, and submit required documents by the grade deadline. An admissions assessment is mandatory and SSAT scores are required for Grades 8–10 (and Grade 11). Shortlisted applicants have a 30 minute interview, with first round offers released on February 24 and a wait pool available through the summer.

Are there any upfront or additional enrolment costs to know about?

Yes. There is a non refundable CAD 3,000 tuition deposit, a one time CAD 3,000 New Student Registration Fee, and an Enrolment Fee for new JK–Grade 10 students of CAD 9,000 for the first child (CAD 6,000 for the second). International students also pay the CAD 8,100 annual international student fee in addition to mandatory fees.

What IB programs are offered and at what grade levels?

The school offers the IB Continuum with PYP for JK–Grade 5, MYP for Grade 6–10, and DP for Grade 11–12. This makes it a full IB World School across all sections.

What are post secondary outcomes for graduates?

All graduates receive offers from multiple post secondary institutions. The Class of 2026 had about CAD 1 million in scholarship offers, and 77% of students received a post secondary scholarship offer.

Is there university counselling support at St. John's?

Yes. The school provides two dedicated University Counsellors who support post secondary planning and applications.

What facilities does St. John's have for junior and senior students?

Junior School facilities include Courtyard and Rooftop Playgrounds, Discovery Labs, Drama Studio, Music Room, Library and The Atrium, plus the Junior School Gym. Senior School facilities include an Art Studio, Design and Film Studio, Drama Studio, Music Room, Science Centre, Gunn Gym, The Atrium, The Learning Commons and the Fitness Centre.

What arts and science facilities are available?

The Art Studio supports painting, drawing and 3D media with professional lighting; the Design and Film Studio provides software and recording tech plus a chroma key wall; the Drama Studio has lighting and sound equipment; the Science Centre includes two labs and flexible math/physics spaces.

What sports facilities are available at the school?

Gunn Gym hosts physical education classes and athletic events, the Junior School Gym provides indoor space for younger teams, and the Fitness Centre offers treadmills, bikes, strength machines and supervising staff.

How extensive are the clubs and activities beyond class time?

There are over 70 clubs across the school, including Chess Club, Math Competition Club, Model UN and Business Club, with activities spanning local, regional and international competitions.

What leadership opportunities exist for students?

Leadership pathways include Grade 5 Leadership Club and Student Council, plus peer mentoring and student led initiatives such as the Business Club.

What kind of arts, culture or service activities are available?

Students can participate in Jazz Band, Strings, Senior/Intermediate Choir, Art Factory, Textile Design, Pottery Club, Dance Play and school productions. Service oriented activities include Kits Beach Cleanup and the Pollinator Project.

How does St. John's support student wellbeing and mental health?

A team of school counsellors in the Junior and Senior Schools provides personal counselling and social emotional support, plus workshops and parent sessions to extend wellbeing learning beyond the classroom.

What learning support is available for diverse learners?

The school has dedicated learning strategy professionals and in class support with accommodations, assistive technology and assessment adaptations, aligned with IB and Ministry of Education requirements.

How are parents involved with wellbeing and school life?

Parent involvement is encouraged through informational sessions, guest speakers, workshops and a book club, with counselors coordinating to support families.

Is there a house system and what are the houses?

Yes. There are four Houses: Gunn, Hutchison, McGill and Merritt. Every student and staff member is assigned to a House and House Shirts are worn for designated House events.

Does St. John's offer boarding or homestay options?

No. The school does not offer boarding or homestay; international students must reside in British Columbia with a parent or legal guardian while enrolled.

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