St. George's School, Vancouver (2026 Profile)

4175 West 29th Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V6S1V1, Canada

Tel: (604) 221-3890

www.stgeorges.bc.ca

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St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #1 - St. George's School, Vancouver is an all-boys university preparatory school in Canada. The school offers a Canadian curriculum containing 100+ courses and 26 Advanced Placement subjects.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #2 - Urban Boarding in Vancouver: students have access to many natural and urban activities throughout the city and nearby regions.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #3 - St. George's School mission: Building Fine Young Men. One Boy at a Time.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #4 - Make lifelong friends with interesting and driven students from around the world. Live with students from over 20 countries, and attend classes with local students who represent a mosaic of Canadian cultures.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #5 - St. George's School graduates receive over 700 university acceptances each year from universities in Canada, USA, and the UK.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #6 - Learn in and out of the classrooms through fun, engaging, and memorable experiences.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #7 - St. George's School campuses are near the UBC campus, and within a 30-minute drive from Downtown Vancouver.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #8 - Outdoor education focuses on building leadership skills, as well as environmental and social awareness.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #9 - Faculty are specifically trained in their specialty areas, and passionate about boys learning.

St. George's School, Vancouver Photo #10

St. George's School is a world-class boys' university preparatory school situated in Vancouver, Canada.

We offer a day program from Kindergarten to Grade 12, and an urban boarding experience to students from Grade 8 - 12.

The school offers a diverse curriculum including 100+ courses, 24 AP subjects, 50+ clubs, and 35+ sport options. Our Core Values-empathy, humility, integrity, respect, responsibility and resilience-are integral to every boy`s experience. With our mission to inspire our students to become fine young men who will shape positive futures for themselves, their families, and the global community, we have a strong emphasis on character development beyond academics.

We graduate fine young men who are able and willing to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

We use approaches like the Harkness method and project-based-learning which are ideal in a boys` learning environment, and our students are consistently shown how to apply learning in real life, problem-solving contexts as they seek authentic connections between their curricular and real world problems. Each year, we graduate about 150 students who receive around 700 university acceptances from top universities in Canada, USA, and overseas, and with over $2 million in scholarships.

St. George`s School has achieved national and international prominence in many academic, artistic, and athletic settings, and the school enjoys the reputation as one of the preeminent schools in Canada.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12
Grades: (Day Students) K-12
Enrollment: 1,150 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $66,500
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $31,300
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. George's School, Vancouver ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

St. George's School, Vancouver

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

8-12

Grades Offered (Day)

K-12

School Type

All-boys

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Year Founded

1930

Campus Size

50 acres

School Motto

Sine Timore Aut Favore (Without Fear or Favour)

Student Body

Enrollment

1150 students

% Students Boarding

10%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniform

Average Class Size

20 students

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

50%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

2-D/3-D Design PortfolioBiology

Calculus ABCalculus BC

ChemistryChinese Language and Culture

Comparative Government and PoliticsComputer Science

English LanguageEnglish Literature

Environmental ScienceFrench

Human GeographyLatin

Microeconomics/MacroeconomicsMusic Theory

Physics 1Physics 2

PsychologySpanish

StatisticsStudio Art

US HistoryWorld History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$66,500
(Range: $66,500 - $76,000 CAD)

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$31,300
(Range: $31,300 - $47,500 CAD)

Tuition international students

$90,000

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$27,000
(Aid Profiler: stgeorges.bc.ca/financialaid)

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

n/a%

Director of Admissions

Aaron Andersen

Associate Director of Admissions

Reto Camenzind

Application URL

Online Application

Course Listings

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Colors

Red and White

School Mascot

St. George slewing a dragon

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Anime Comics GamesBee Keeping

Business ClubCeramics Club

Chess ClubCommunity Leadership

Competitive MathComputer Science Club

Debate ClubDestination Imagination

Duke of EdinburghDungeons and Dragons

Each One Teach OneEsports

Film ClubFoosball

Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)Global Perspectives Community Service

Green Machine RecyclingInvestment Club

JournalismLaw Club

Library MonitorsMakers

Marketing ClubMath Challengers

Model United NationsOdd Squad Peer Tutoring

Portfolio (Writing)Public Speaking

Radio ControlRobotics

Schoolreach Quiz TeamsSew You Can Cook

STEM ClubSummit Club

Table Top GamesYearbook Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubDesign Club

Guitar ClubImprov Club

Jazz ComboLife Drawing

Literary and Art PublicationOpen Studio Art

Portfolio (Art)Saints Players Theatre Co. (Theatre Production)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CurlingFitness

SnowboardingTable Tennis

TriathlonYoga

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

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School Notes

Our Mission: Building Fine Young Men, One Boy at a Time.
St. George`s School is a world-class boys` university preparatory school offering a day program for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12 and an urban boarding program for Grade 8 to 12. With a total enrollment of 1150, of which over 100 are boarding students from over 20 countries worldwide, St. George`s School has achieved national and international prominence in many academic, artistic, and athletic settings. The School enjoys the reputation as one of the preeminent schools in Canada. Here are some of its unique characteristics:
We are Canada`s World School For Boys. There is compelling research evidence to suggest boys and girls learn differently. We are a school that focuses on the specific needs of boys while ensuring that each of our students has a global mindset.
We are Committed to Authentic Learning. Gone are the days when learning was all about memorization. Using approaches like Harkness and project-based-learning, our students are consistently shown how to apply learning in real life, problem-solving contexts as they seek authentic connections between their curricular and real world problems.
We Offer Some of the Most Diverse Curricular Options in North America. Whether it`s our Advanced Placement classes, Latin, Beekeeping club, rugby and basketball teams, or our award-winning bands and ensembles, breadth and depth is at the heart of who we are. At the Grade 10 Level, students can even choose our optional theme-based Majors called "cohort programs" that transcend multiple disciplines including: Science and Technology, Outdoor Education, Global Studies, and Performing Arts.
Our Boarders Benefit from an Urban Boarding Program. Being a boarder at St. George`s does not mean being isolated, in fact, quite the opposite. We have over 100 boarders who come from 20+ countries worldwide, and we have achieved international prominence with our diverse student body. Our boarders interact with over 650 local day-students while they enjoy all of what Vancouver has to offer - whether urban, cultural, or outdoor.
We Have an Extraordinary University Placement Rate. 100% of our 150+ graduates receive over 700 acceptances annually to over 140 universities worldwide and in excess of $2 million in scholarships.
Our Boys Lead from Within. "Making a positive difference to your community." That`s how we define leadership at St. George`s. Guided by our six core values - Integrity, Humility, Resilience, Empathy, Respect, and Responsibility - our students lead from within in a school where every boy is known, loved, engaged, and achieving.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. John (Jake) C. Kerr - Inducted into BC Sports Hall of Fame 2023, Chairman and CEO of Lignum Limited -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. George's School, Vancouver cost?

St. George's School, Vancouver's tuition is approximately $66,500 for boarding students and $31,300 for day students.

Who are famous alumni from St. George's School, Vancouver?

St. George's School, Vancouver famous alumni include: Dr. John (Jake) C. Kerr - Inducted into BC Sports Hall of Fame 2023, Chairman and CEO of Lignum Limited.

What sports does St. George's School, Vancouver offer?

St. George's School, Vancouver offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Water Polo.

Does St. George's School, Vancouver offer a summer program?

Yes, St. George's School, Vancouver offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is St. George's School, Vancouver's ranking?

St. George's School, Vancouver ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students) and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for St. George's School, Vancouver?

The application deadline for St. George's School, Vancouver is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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