Bodwell High School is a private high school and boarding school located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The school stands out by offering a combination of Canadian high school education and university preparation, especially for international students. Students can study between Grades 8-12 and the school accepts students from more than 40 countries.

Bodwell is a British Columbia-accredited independent high school implementing the British Columbia (BC) Curriculum. Students receive official BC credits and transcripts for graduation. This diploma can be used for university applications in Canada, as well as in the USA, England and other countries.

Grade 8–10:

IB Middle Years Program (IB MYP)
BC Curriculum
English support
Academic and personal development studies

Grade 11–12:

BC high school graduation requirements

Advanced Placement (AP) courses

Personalized academic planning for university

University application consultancy

School's prominent programs:

BC Curriculum

IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 8–10)

Advanced Placement (AP)

Academic

Basic Academic Criteria:

A minimum GPA of 75% is recommended for the last 3 years of education.
Students must be in Grade 8–12.
Age range: 13–18.
International students who have previously graduated from high school in their home country can also apply.

Required Documents for Application:

Passport
School transcripts and report cards/progress reports for the last 3 years
Certified English translations (if required)
Vaccination/immunization records
Teacher references (if required)
IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo results (if required)
?? School Entrance Exam

Bodwell does not have a standard entrance exam in the traditional sense. However, during the application process, students may undergo:

Online or in-person interviews
Numeracy assessment
Literacy assessment

In addition, an English Placement Test is administered to international students after they arrive at the school. This test is used to determine the student's English level and placement in specific courses, rather than for admission.

What happens if you fail the exam?

Bodwell doesn't officially state a standard "you won't be accepted if you don't pass the entrance exam" system. Applications are reviewed considering academic background, interviews, and assessments. If there are no vacancies, suitable students may be placed on a waiting list.

?? Application Dates

Main start periods:

September – Fall Semester
February – Spring Semester

In addition, there are also November, April, and July start periods. Applications should be submitted approximately two months before the start of the semester.

Social life at Bodwell does not only consist of clubs within the school. The school aims for students to lead an active social life through sports, clubs, volunteering, cultural events and city trips. Currently, the school offers 50 co-curricular activities and 200 boarding activities throughout the year.

Bodwell's campus includes two full-size gyms, a weight room, outdoor sports fields, and an on-campus swimming pool.

Students can also explore Vancouver's natural areas, arts and cultural centers, and different events throughout the city through guided tours or student-led organizations.

Volunteering is an important part of Bodwell student life. Students can perform community service by participating in community projects in and around the North Shore.

Boarding Accommodation: $24,000 

Close to Vancouver: Students have easy access to the social, cultural and educational opportunities offered by a major Canadian city.

Intertwined with nature: There are beaches, parks, bicycle paths and walking routes around the campus. North Vancouver is also close to mountains and ski resorts.

City life quiet environment: The school is located in the quieter waterfront area of ??North Vancouver, away from the busyness of downtown Vancouver. This provides a more controlled living environment, especially for boarding students.

Social activities: Students can participate in restaurants, shopping, cultural events and city activities in their spare time. The school also organizes various trips to Vancouver and the surrounding area throughout the year.