Overview
Founded in 1930, St. George's School is a world-class boys' school offering a day program to boys in Grade 1 to 12 and a boarding program to students in Grades 8 to 12.
St. George's is a university preparatory school that occupies two campuses, one with a heritage building that serves the Junior School (Grades 1 to 7) and one with a modern facility that houses the Senior School (Grades 8 to 12). Total enrollment is 1160, of which 120 are boarding students from over 15 countries worldwide.
Reputation
While fostering tolerance of all faiths and races, St. George's has achieved national and international prominence in many academic, artistic, and athletic competitions. The School has maintained a standing of first place in the Fraser Institute provincial rankings for the past seven years and has been the number one athletic school in the Province of British Columbia for the last five years.
Academic Program
The core curriculum is outlined by the BC Ministry of Education, and appropriate enrichment programs are provided at all levels. In Grades 8 to 10, all students must take Mathematics, Science, English, French or Spanish or Mandarin, Social Studies, Physical Education, plus two electives. In Grades 11 and 12, programs are designed according to students' individual interests and post-secondary goals.
The School Year
Three terms over a 36-week school year:
Term 1: September - November
Term 2: December - February
Term 3: March - June
University Placement
Canadian Universities Chosen include:
McGill University
University of British Columbia
McMaster University
University of Toronto
Concordia University
Queen’s University
University of Western Ontario
American Universities Chosen include:
Art Center College of Design
Harvard University
Bates College
Bentley University
Boston University
Brown University
Cornell University
Duke University
Rhode Island School of Design
New York University
Stanford University
University of California at Berkeley
University of Michigan
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
Overseas Universities Chosen:
Imperial College of Science, Technology, and Medicine
King's College London
London School of Economics
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
St. George's Hospital Medical School
Universite Paul Sabatier (France)
Enriched Programs
Streamed courses in English, Mathematics, and French promote accelerated completion of the core curriculum. Many students thus obtain both Grade 11 and Grade 12 credits in their Grade 11 year or otherwise undertake provincially examinable Grade 12 courses. A full range of Advanced Placement courses is also offered.
Extra-curricular Strengths
Competitive sports at St. George's include rugby, soccer, ice and field hockey, basketball, badminton, tennis, cricket, ultimate, swimming, water polo, rowing, cross-country running, track and field, golf, volleyball, skiing/snowboarding, and triathlon. Several other sports are offered on a recreational basis. A sequential Outdoor Education program under the coordination of a full-time Director, promotes development of lifelong outdoors skills. The fine and performing arts are equally well represented through performances by our nationally honoured concert bands and art exhibits from a vibrant visual arts program. St. George's theatre-style auditorium hosts four major dramatic productions each year. More than fifty clubs meet regularly, with eager participation in the Duke of Edinburgh program (focusing on wilderness and service initiatives) and the Public Service Club (more than 150 members).
Boarding
Since the very foundation of the school in 1930, boarding students have been an integral component of the community of the School. When parents decide to send their children away from home for education, the choice of school is vital in providing an environment that is warm, welcoming, safe, and conducive to effective learning. Moving from one's own home and community to a new and unfamiliar environment can present unique and difficult challenges. At St. George's School, within Harker Hall Residences, we endeavor to make that transition as smooth, comfortable, and reassuring as we possibly can.
Boarding provides a warm and nurturing educational environment for the boys as they move through their adolescent years. They enjoy the company of their peers and treasure the friendships they develop – friendships that often last a lifetime. Currently our boarders come from the Greater Vancouver area, across North America and overseas. The diversity of their backgrounds enriches school life; the boys have the opportunity to develop friendships with students from around the world.
Full Boarding Scholarship
Full Scholarships, including tuition, boarding, and many extras are available to new boarding applicants who meet certain requirements:
- a student in Grade 8 to 12
- a strong academic record
- success in Athletics and the Arts
- leadership potential
- demonstrated outside interests
- involvement in community service
These Scholarships will be renewed each year that the student attends St. George’s School as long as the student maintains a strong standing at the school.
Other Scholarships and Financial Aid
All applicants to St. George’s School will automatically be considered for all other scholarships the school offers once we receive their regular school application. Any student who is accepted to St. George’s School can apply for financial assistance/bursary.
St. George's School to Visit Saudi Arabia!
2009 Schedule
December 4-7, 2009
Dubai, UAE Hilton Dubai Creek
Beniyas Road
Dubai, UAE
Tel: 1-971-4-227-1111
December 7-9, 2009
Abu Dhabi, UAE Hilton Corniche Hotel
Corniche Road
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tel: 1-971-4-227-1111
December 9-11, 2009
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Jeddah Hilton Hotel
North Corniche Road
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Tel: 1-966-2-6590000
Dammam, Saudi Arabia Saudi Aramco Schools
Ras Tanura - December 12, 2009
Dhahran - December 13, 2009
Udhailiyah - December 14, 2009
Abqaiq - December 15, 2009
Dhahran - December 16, 2009
St. George's School
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Phone (604) 221 3890
Fax (604) 221 3893
senioradmissions@stgeorges.bc.ca
www.stgeorges.bc.ca