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Bodwell High School

955 Harbourside Drive North Vancouver, BC V7P 3S4
Tel: (604) 998-1000
www.bodwell.edu

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $42,250
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,250
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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.
955 Harbourside Drive
North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3S4, Canada
Tel: (604) 998-1000
www.bodwell.edu
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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.
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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 Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $42,250
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,250
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • 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 307 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
High percentage of international students
Offering Breadth
Most extracurriculars offered

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 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
School Motto
Strength in diversity

Student Body

Enrollment
550 students
% International Students
95%
% Students Boarding
85%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No

Academic Profile

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
8
Number of IB Courses Offered
10
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
50%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
8
Courses
Academic WritingAccounting
Applied Digital CommunicationsBusiness Education
Digital Media DevelopmentEconomics
EnglishEntrepreneurship
Fine ArtsFrench
GeographyGlobal Education
Health & Career EducationHistory
JapaneseLeadership
LiteratureMathematics
Music – Concert BandMusic – Concert Band
Physical EducationPsychology
ScienceSocial Justice
Social SciencesSpanish
TourismVisual Arts

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$10 million
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
n/a

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Average Percentile SSAT
n/a%
Acceptance Rate
95%
Director of Admissions
Megumi Uehara
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
Sports
Alpine SkiingBadminton
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningDance
Field HockeyGolf
Indoor SoccerMountaineering
RugbySnowboarding
SoccerSwimming
Swimming and DivingTennis
Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee
VolleyballWrestling
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Bear

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
57
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Book ClubChess Club
Community ClubComputer Club
Debate ClubFinance Club
Green TeamHabitat for Humanity
Harvest Project ClubIntro to Mandarin
Intro to SpanishJack.org Club
Mathematics ClubModel UN Club
Robotics ClubScience Club
Sports Managers / ScorekeepersStudent Parliament
Swimming ClubVolunteer Club
Yukon Service Trip


Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Band ClubAP Art Portfolio
Art Studio ClubCraft Club
Creative Writing & Publishing ClubDigital Media / Yearbook Club
Guitar ClubHistoric Movie Club
Jazz BandKaraoke Club
Knitting ClubLiterary Movie Club
Painting ClubPhotography Club
Reading Skills ClubRock Band


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure ClubBadminton Club
Basketball ClubCross Country Club
Dance ClubFitness Club
Flag Football ClubFloor Hockey Club
Futsal ClubGolf Club
Jiu Jitsu ClubMindfulness Club
Self Defence for LadiesSki and Snowboard Club
Soccer ClubSoftball Club
Tennis ClubUltimate Frisbee Club
Volleyball ClubYoga Club

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
95%
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
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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.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Ayako Naruke, JD Student at Osgoode Hall, Class of 2015 -
    • David Chen, Supervisor at Crowe Mackay LLP, Class of 2010 -
    • Nicole Anders, Clinical Psychologist, Class of 2005 -
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 is the acceptance rate of Bodwell High School?
The acceptance rate of Bodwell High School is 95%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%.
Who are famous alumni from Bodwell High School?
Bodwell High School famous alumni include: Ayako Naruke, JD Student at Osgoode Hall, Class of 2015, David Chen, Supervisor at Crowe Mackay LLP, Class of 2010 and Nicole Anders, Clinical Psychologist, Class of 2005.
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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  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $42,250
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,250
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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