High School in Canada: Burnaby District

Burnaby combines the proximity of Vancouver, an urban and green setting, and a school district recognised for the quality of its secondary schools.

High School programme in Burnaby District

Burnaby is located in the immediate vicinity of Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody. The district offers an ideal environment for a Canadian school immersion: a well-connected city, residential neighbourhoods, parks, public transport and easy access to the activities of the region.

International pupils study alongside young Canadians in eight secondary schools, from grade 8 to grade 12. They are integrated into the regular classes and can benefit from English support if necessary.

Programme key facts

A state district close to Vancouver, with secondary schools of varying size and a wide choice of courses.

Country and province

Canada, British Columbia, in the Vancouver metropolitan area.

Programme type

High School in a state district, with integration into the regular classes.

Accommodation

Host family, to experience Canadian immersion day to day.

District

Forty-one elementary schools and eight secondary schools, with a structured international programme.

Student profile

Pupils looking for an urban, academic setting close to Vancouver.

Why choose Burnaby?

Burnaby has a long tradition of academic excellence. The district highlights certified schools, qualified teachers, classes of a manageable size, modern learning tools and complete facilities.

The secondary schools generally have between 800 and 2 200 pupils. The proportion of international pupils remains limited, which encourages immersion with young Canadians while guaranteeing suitable supervision.

The district schools

Burnaby District includes eight secondary schools offering solid academic pathways and a great diversity of options. Pupils are placed according to their profile, availability and their objectives.

The facilities may include art studios, a cafeteria, computer laboratories, dance and drama studios, a weights room, gymnasiums, libraries, music spaces, sports fields, technical workshops and science laboratories.

Courses, subjects and options

Pupils can take the core subjects of the Canadian system and access many options depending on their school.

business and career preparation;
English as a second language if necessary;
home economics, technology and industrial arts;
languages, leadership, mathematics, sciences and social sciences;
physical education, visual arts and performing arts.

Academic

Burnaby offers solid courses in the core disciplines as well as advanced options such as Advanced Placement and AP Capstone in certain schools.

Arts and performance

Pupils can explore visual arts, music, drama, dance and creative projects depending on the school's facilities.

Technology and career

The programmes may include technology, business, career preparation, technical workshops and applied projects.

Sports and school life

Gymnasiums, sports fields, clubs and activities allow pupils to become part of the school community.

A rich and flexible programme

Burnaby District stands out through the diversity of the courses available and the quality of its facilities. Pupils can build a balanced pathway between academic subjects and artistic, sporting and technological options.

The final choice depends on the host school, the pupil's level, their school results and the places available.

Life on site

Burnaby offers a practical and pleasant local life: public transport, shopping centres, parks, cultural activities and the proximity of Vancouver. The host family plays an important role in helping the pupil adapt to the Canadian rhythm.

Discover Burnaby

The source videos present the district, the school environment and the experience offered to international pupils.

District images

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Burnaby District — A school district close to Vancouver, with a strong academic tradition.

High School Canada students in Burnaby — A school immersion in an urban, accessible and green setting.

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