Bodwell High School campus in North Vancouver, British Columbia

Bodwell High School

North Vancouver, British ColumbiaDay · Co-edGrades 8 – 12Est. 1991
Grades
8 – 12
Enrollment
500
Day Tuition
CA$22,900/yr
Class Size
20 students
Medium classes
Acceptance
75%
Welcoming
Founded
1991
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Bodwell High School

Bodwell High School is a fully accredited BC independent school serving both local and international students in North Vancouver. Our waterfront campus brings together learners from British Columbia and over 40 countries in one inclusive, forward-thinking community.

Teaching Philosophy

Bodwell prepares students to think critically, communicate across differences, and lead with confidence through structured programs and personalized guidance. The school emphasizes learning by doing through specialized academies and provides a supportive environment for students to reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom.

What Makes Bodwell High School Special

  • 98% of graduates receive university offers.
  • Millions in scholarships awarded annually.
  • Innovative STEM and Media Academies.

Academics

Curriculum

Bodwell High School offers IB, AP, and Local curriculums, with specializations in STEM and Arts.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Rigorous

Languages of Instruction

English

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

5 programs
ActingDrama/TheatreMusic (instrumental)Music (vocal)Visual arts

Sports

6 programs
BasketballSoccerSwimmingTennisTrack and fieldVolleyball

Clubs & Activities

3 programs
Debate ClubRobotics ClubEnvironmental Club

Campus & Facilities

Bodwell High School features a campus with Library, Science Labs, and Art Studio.

Boarding Life

88% of students board.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$22,900

per year

Boarding Tuition

CA$45,000

per year

Above average for British Columbia private schools (~CA$16,000/yr)
Financial Aid
Not available

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
Rolling
Boarding Deadline
Rolling
Acceptance Rate
75%

Requirements

  • Report cards
  • Interview
  • Reference letters
  • Essay
  • Standardized test

Community & Culture

Bodwell cultivates a purposeful, globally-minded learning community where students from over 40 countries study alongside local Canadian peers on a North Vancouver waterfront campus. The school emphasizes clear academic and character expectations, with a structured environment that balances rigorous preparation for university with rich co-curricular life—including 50+ extracurricular options, two Real World Academies focused on STEM and innovative media, athletics, and arts. Leadership and service opportunities are woven throughout student life, and the school's boarding program creates a close-knit community where students develop independence and maturity within a supportive, supervised setting.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bodwell explicitly celebrates its diverse, global learning community as a defining feature rather than an add-on. The school welcomes students from over 40 countries and emphasizes that local students benefit from daily interaction with international peers, helping them build confidence, communication skills, and global perspective. The website describes a "respectful, inclusive school culture" with staff experienced in supporting international transitions, and notes that the school values personal identity while encouraging global citizenship. However, formal DEI initiatives, equity statements, or specific inclusion programs beyond this framing are not detailed on the website.

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement details are not prominently featured on the website. The site mentions that Bodwell communicates with parents regularly through MyBodwell App, online report cards, emails, newsletters, webinars, and video calls, and that new parents are invited to orientation to meet key staff. However, specific volunteer opportunities, parent committees, or structured engagement programs are not described.

Accreditations & Recognition

Ministry-inspected

Contact Bodwell High School

Address

955 Harbourside Dr, North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Phone

(604) 998-1000

Email

admissions@bodwell.edu

Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bodwell High School

Bodwell High School serves students in grades 8-12.

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