St. George's School

http://www.stgeorges.bc.ca

St. George’s School is a world-class boys’
university preparatory school offering a day
program to students in Grade 1 to 12 and a
residential life program to Grade 8 to 12. With
a total enrollment of 1160, of which 120 are
boarding students from over 18 countries
worldwide, St. George’s School has achieved
national and international prominence in many
academic, artistic, and athletic competitions.
The School enjoys the reputation as one of
the preeminent schools in Canada.

Philosophically, St. George’s School is
committed to an all-boys education. Its
pedagogy is drawn from brain research that
validates the unique learning styles of boys.
Admission to the School is highly selective.
Students are expected to meet specific
entrance standards & demonstrate excellence
outside the classroom. The School continues
to invest in financial assistance to ensure that
there is a balanced applicant pool.

St. George’s School offers a challenging yet
supportive environment for each boy through
a broad range of curricular offerings, many at
an advanced level, as well as numerous cocurricular
options. Fine and performing arts
are well-represented through performances
by our nationally-recognized concert bands,
four major dramatic productions a year, and
art exhibits from a vibrant visual arts program.
Students also have access to more than
50 clubs and a diverse outdoor education
program that includes a specialized full-year
program for students in Grade 10.

In recent years, the School has invested considerable
resources into a service-based program that
ensures students give back to the community
in a variety of ways. Supported by university
counselling services, graduates are admitted
to top-tier universities in Canada, the United
Kingdom, and the United States.

Quick Facts

Enrollment Information Total No. of Boys: 1160 Total No. of Girls: 0 Boarding: 120 Day: 1040 School Type Boys Only Elementary Secondary-Boarding Secondary-Day

Special Programs Remedial Support Summer Programs

Summer Program

St. George's School offers a comprehensive and diverse summer program.  For more information refer to the following web site www.internationalschool.ca/

Courses

Academic Support

• Career Planning
• College Counseling
• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Differences Support
• Library Skills
• Peer Tutoring
• Study Skills
• Technology Center
• Tutoring

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Programming Advanced Placement
• Computer Programming Honors
• Computer Sciences
• Web Design

Visual Arts

• 3-D Design
• Animation
• Architecture Advanced Placement
• Art History Advanced Placement
• Art Honors
• Ceramics
• Design
• Drawing Advanced Placement
• Film and Video
• Graphic Design
• Journalism
• Painting
• Photography
• Pottery
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Screenprinting
• Sculpture
• Silkscreen
• Stagecraft
• Studio Art Advanced Placement
• Studio Art Honors
• Woodworking

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Exchange Programs
• Independent Study
• Leadership
• Outdoor Education

Music

• Band
• Composition
• Music History
• Music Theory
• Orchestra

Foreign Languages

• Chinese - Mandarin
• French
• German
• Japanese
• Latin
• Spanish

Math

• Advanced Placement
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Functions
• Geometry
• Honors
• Probability
• Statistics
• Trigonometry

Science

• Astronomy
• Biology Advanced Placement
• Biology Honors
• Chemistry Advanced Placement
• Chemistry Honors
• Earth Science
• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Genetics
• Geology
• Physical Science
• Physics Advanced Placement
• Physics Honors

Noncredit Courses

• Scuba

Religion and Philosophy

• Ethics
• Mythology

Performing Arts

• Acting
• Debate
• Drama
• Lighting Design
• Musical Comedy
• Musical Theater
• Play Production
• Production
• Public Speaking
• Set Design
• Stagecraft
• Technical Theater
• Theater Arts
• Theater Design

History

• Advanced Placement
• Asian History
• Classical History
• European History
• Honors
• Medieval History
• United States History
• World History

English

• Advanced Placement
• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature

Other Courses

Micro Economics AP, Macro Economics AP, BC First Nations 12, Film Studies, Discover 10 (Outdoor program)

Activities

Athletics

• Alpine Ski Racing
• Alpine Skiing
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Camping
• Canoeing or Kayaking
• Crew
• Cricket
• Cross-Country Running
• Curling
• Cycling
• Field Hockey
• Free Style Skiing
• Golf
• Hiking
• Ice Hockey
• Lacrosse
• Mountain Biking
• Nordic Ski Racing
• Nordic Skiing
• Outdoor Education
• Rock Climbing
• Rugby
• Sailing
• Snowboarding
• Soccer
• Softball
• Squash
• Swimming
• Table Tennis
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
• Weight Lifting

Arts & Music

• Art Club
• Audiovisual Club
• Brass Ensemble
• Drama Club
• Glee Club
• Guitar Ensemble
• Improvisation Group

Student Club Activities

• Amnesty International
• Asian Club
• Astronomy
• Chess Club
• Classics Club
• Community Service
• Computer Club
• Dorm Proctors
• Environment Club
• Investment Club
• Literary Magazine
• Math Club
• Model UN
• Newspaper
• Outing Club
• Peer Counseling
• Peer Tutoring
• Photography
• Quiz Bowl

Other Activities

Investment Club, Anime, Amnesty International, Outdoor Club, Robotics