Why Apply to SJS?
A Warm and Welcoming Community
At SJS, we pride ourselves on our tight-knit and supportive community of teachers, students, staff, and parents. Together, we create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone feels at home. We organize a variety of events throughout the year, from talent shows to community BBQs, to bring people together in a happy and supportive atmosphere.
Co-educational Learning
Our school is co-educational, providing students with a real-world experience that reflects our diverse and inclusive society. In the classroom, gym, and co-curricular activities, students work and play together, building their individual strengths and fostering teamwork.
Exceptional Talent and Expertise
We are proud to invest in exceptional talent and teams to support our students across a variety of disciplines and subject matters. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and we are committed to providing our students with the best possible education.
Mental and Physical Wellbeing
We believe that a balanced approach to education involves nurturing both the mind and body. Our social and emotional learning strategy is centered on supporting the mental and physical health of our students. Our counselors work with our community to develop wellbeing and mental health, and we encourage our students to frequently participate in athletics and co-curricular activities.
Personalized Care and Attention
At St. John’s School, we believe that every student is unique and deserves individual attention. With small class sizes and a culture of collaboration, caring, and respect, our teachers provide personalized care and attention to each student. Our lively and active community encourages students to enjoy themselves with their classmates, students from other grades, and their teachers.
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Average SJS IB DP Score (world average is 30)
100%
of SJS graduates are accepted at one of their top choice schools
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Dedicated University Counsellors
$500,000
In Scholarship funds awarded to SJS students in 2023.
24%
students achieved the bilingual DP Diploma
Message from Our Admissions Team
Thank you for your interest in SJS!
You are encouraged to explore our website and discover what an SJS education looks like. Our mission is to inspire confident, life-long learners who make a difference in their communities, and we hope the information available on this site gives you a flavour of what an SJS education can offer.
Our intake is Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, co-educational and non-denominational and we are proud to be an IB world school.
I invite you to get in touch with us by phone at 604 732 4434 or email at admissions@sjs.ca should you have any further questions.
We look forward to introducing you to the SJS community and assisting you as you explore the educational options available for your family.
Ann Halupka
Director of Admissions
Rachael Bell-Irving
Coordinator of Admissions
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