Bodwell High School (2024-25 Profile) - North Vancouver, BC, Canada

955 Harbourside Drive
North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3S4, Canada

Bodwell High School Photo #1 - Bodwell High School is located in North Vancouver, overlooking the Vancouver skyline. The modern campus boasts space for 600+ boarders and has extensive facilities throughout.

Bodwell High School Photo #2 - Bodwell students can learn a musical instrument in band or discover a passion in the visual arts.

Bodwell High School Photo #3 - Bodwell has a diverse international student body, with students hailing from over 40+ countries.

Bodwell High School Photo #4 - Girls and Boys Boarding halls feature rooms with mountain and sea views. Room occupancy varies between 2 - 4 boarders depending on room size / configuration.

Bodwell High School Photo #5 - Bodwell's faculty are experienced and well travelled, many with a history of teaching abroad and working with students of various backgrounds.

Bodwell High School Photo #6 - Bodwell has an onsite, indoor pool for student competitive / recreational use.

Bodwell High School Photo #7 - Bodwell also features two full-size, multi-purpose gymansiums. Pictured is our newest East Gymnasium.

Bodwell High School Photo #8 - Bodwell counsellors provide academic guidance, postsecondary planning, and socio-emotional support to students. The counsellor / student ratio is low at approximately 1:60.

Bodwell High School Photo #9 - Bodwell students can explore science & technology in dedicated lab classrooms.

Bodwell High School Photo #10 - From cooking healthy & delicious meals to keeping our students up-to-date with the latest technology tools, our staff are dedicated to fostering an environment where students can thrive on every level.

Bodwell High School is a private co-educational boarding school offering grades 8 to 12, and university preparation, in the beautiful North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, overlooking Burrard Inlet and the Vancouver skyline.

Recognized as a leader among Canadian boarding schools, the school`s diverse student population of both local and international students makes it a rich and exciting place of learning.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 550 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $42,250
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,250
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bodwell High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2024 School Data

Bodwell High School

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

8-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1991

Campus Size

3 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

550 students

% International Students

95%

% Students Boarding

85%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Yes

Frequency of Saturday Classes

Weekly

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Full uniform required

Average Class Size

20 students

Student : Teacher Ratio

20:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Number of IB Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

50%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$42,250
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$25,250
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)

Tuition international students

$47,725

Summer Program Cost

$5,950

Merit Scholarships Offered

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Director of Admissions

Megumi Uehara

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Academic Writing, Accounting, Applied Digital Communications, Business Education, Digital Media Development, Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Fine Arts, French, Geography, Global Education, Health & Career Education, History, Japanese, Leadership, Literature, Mathematics, Music – Concert Band, Music – Concert Band, Physical Education, Psychology, Science, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Spanish, Tourism, Visual Arts

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
Book Club, Chess Club, Community Club, Computer Club, Debate Club, Finance Club, Green Team, Habitat for Humanity, Harvest Project Club, Intro to Mandarin, Intro to Spanish, Jack.org Club, Mathematics Club, Model UN Club, Robotics Club, Science Club, Sports Managers / Scorekeepers, Student Parliament, Swimming Club, Volunteer Club, Yukon Service Trip

Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Band Club, AP Art Portfolio, Art Studio Club, Craft Club, Creative Writing & Publishing Club, Digital Media / Yearbook Club, Guitar Club, Historic Movie Club, Jazz Band, Karaoke Club, Knitting Club, Literary Movie Club, Painting Club, Photography Club, Reading Skills Club, Rock Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure Club, Badminton Club, Basketball Club, Cross Country Club, Dance Club, Fitness Club, Flag Football Club, Floor Hockey Club, Futsal Club, Golf Club, Jiu Jitsu Club, Mindfulness Club, Self Defence for Ladies, Ski and Snowboard Club, Soccer Club, Softball Club, Tennis Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club, Volleyball Club, Yoga Club

College Matriculation

Year:

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

Link to Matriculation Data

School Notes

Our mission is to provide a culturally-diverse environment for students from around the globe, and enable them to become active learners and well-rounded citizens who contribute positively to the world. Registered with and inspected by the Ministry of Education, all students who complete our Grade 12 program will receive a Dogwood Diploma, a globally recognized British Columbia Certificate of Graduation.In the Bodwell High School symbol, we see the emerging student reaching out with confidence to embrace the world of opportunity. Surrounding the student is a circle of converging forces an enlightened Canadian philosophy of education, a challenging curriculum and a dedicated faculty.
Bodwell High School accreditations: FISA, BC Ministry of Education, The College Board AP Program, BCCIE

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bodwell High School cost?

Bodwell High School's tuition is approximately $42,250 for boarding students and $25,250 for day students.

What sports does Bodwell High School offer?

Bodwell High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Mountaineering, Rugby, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.

Does Bodwell High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Bodwell High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Bodwell High School's ranking?

Bodwell High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Bodwell High School?

The application deadline for Bodwell High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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