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About the school

Stunning Canada is one of the most popular international destinations for students looking for a high-school programme.  If you have been dreaming about studying in this beautiful country check out what Burnaby School District has to offer.

Burnaby is located in the centre of Greater Vancouver, with only a 30-minute ride by Skytrain to downtown Vancouver. This amazing part of Canada offers you lots of green spaces and is also close to lakes, beaches, the ocean and even mountains for skiing! Do you love sports and outdoor activities? This is the perfect place for you! You can try so many different things here from cycling, hiking, kayaking and canoeing in the summer to skiing and snowboarding in the winter. 

Burnaby School District is recognised for its academic excellence.  You can choose from 41 elementary schools (for ages 5 – 12) and 8 high schools (for ages 13 – 18). All schools are very well equipped (featuring science labs, large library, industrial technology labs, outdoor playing fields as well as art, dance and drama studios, music rooms, cafeteria etc) and certified by the British Columbia Ministry of Education.

You can choose from various subjects at Burnaby schools. These include arts, English language, French immersion and various sports academies. In addition, If you want to study at a university, Advanced Placement (AP) programmes or AP Capstone Education programmes are an excellent option for you.

You will be also encouraged to take part in one of the many after-school clubs throughout your stay at Burnaby. They all offer an amazing way to meet new friends!

Accommodation during your stay is arranged with local host families which offers a great opportunity to practise English on a daily basis and to learn more about Canadian culture and enjoy Canadian cuisine. If you are looking for a great academic and social experience in beautiful Canada, explore everything Burnaby School District has to offer!