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Island Pacific School

Island Pacific School
671 Carter Rd. 
Bowen Island, BC  V0N 1G2 

Phone: 604-947-9311 
Email: info@islandpacific.org 
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School Information:


Gender: Co-Ed
Grades: 6-9
Boarding: No

Tuition:

Annual Tuition Fee (Day):
$25,551 - $25,551
Financial Assistance:
The Island Pacific School bursary program provides meaningful support to families in our community, ensuring that exceptional middle school education is accessible to students who may otherwise face financial barriers. This initiative helps foster a diverse and inclusive school environment, enriching the learning experience for all students. By offering bursaries, we empower young learners to thrive academically and socially, preparing them for success in high school and beyond. Our bursaries can be up to 50% of tuition fees.

 
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Description

Located on Bowen Island, Island Pacific School is an IB World School focused exclusively on middle school education, with over 30 years of experience guiding students through these pivotal years. Our intentionally small, close-knit community embraces wisdom, courage, and integrity, creating a supportive space for both meaningful personal and robust academic growth. Set apart from the rush of city life and surrounded by nature, Island Pacific School gives students the freedom to discover their identity and build a strong foundation for success in high school and beyond.

Noteworthy:
Personalized Attention: At Island Pacific School, we believe that learning is most effective when it's tailored to the needs of each student. Our small class sizes ensure every child is seen, heard, and supported, both inside and outside the classroom.
Critical Thinking and Experiential Learning: We don't just teach facts. We empower students to think critically and engage in hands-on learning, from Masterworks projects to outdoor expeditions. We nurture creativity and problem-solving skills that will last a lifetime.
Community-Centered: Relationships matter here. Our teachers are not just educators, they're mentors and friends. We're committed to fostering strong connections between teachers, students, and parents, creating a close-knit community where everyone feels like they belong.

Masterworks Program:
1. Two Words - Ted Talk - Can a 14-year-old be expected to conduct a public presentation similar to a TED talk? Absolutely! Our school students have been doing so for 27 years through Masterworks.
2. Self-directed - Self-selected and Self-presented, this Masterworks independent study project marks a significant academic achievement at IPS.
3. A Graduation Milestone - The Masterworks independent study project is compulsory for every grade 9 student to complete as a graduation milestone at Island Pacific School.
4. Expert Support - Students are mentored through the process by expert advisors - leaders in their respective fields - who act as external advisors. Working collaboratively with Island Pacific faculty, advisory committees guide Grade 9's through the Masterwork process which provides a foundation for academic achievement.
5. Project Diversity - we love the diversity of projects the students come up with. In past years, students have made documentary and animated films, created original works of art written extensive research papers, written and published a novella, and built an actual boat!
 
Year Founded: 1995


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Island Pacific School, Bowen Island, BC
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Enrollment

School Size: 72
Day Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9


Programs
 
IB Program:
  • Arts Individuals & Societies   
  • Design / Math   
  • Health and Wellness   
  • IB Middle School Programme   
  • Language Acquisition French   
  • Language and Literature   
  • Mainstage Theatre Production   
  • Masterworks Capstone Project   
  • Outdoor Life   
  • Practical Reasoning   
  • Science / Senior Seminar   
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    Sports:
  • Ultimate   
  • Volleyball & Basketball   
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    Clubs/Activities:
  • Book Club & Chess Club   
  • Cooking   
  • Eco Club   
  • Garden Club   
  • Hydroponics   
  • Ping Pong   
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    Arts and Media:
  • Dramatic Arts (Full Theatrical Production Mainstage)   
  • School of Rock (multiple instruments)   
  • Visual Arts   


  • Admissions

    Interview Required: Yes
    SSAT Required: No
    Application Requirements: As an independent school of choice we attract students and families that support the expressed mission, values, and philosophy of the school. The following procedure helps to determine a student's readiness and suitability for the programs offered by IPS:

    1. Parents complete the admissions application in full.
    2. Parents meet with the Head of School.
    3. Student applicant visits IPS to get a sense of the learning environment offered here.
    4. Student applicant meets with the Head of School.
    5. Student applicants are given an academic interview.
    6. Outcome letter from Head of school: unqualified acceptance; qualified acceptance (some learning support required); wait-list, or not yet ready to meet the demands of the learning culture provided.
    7. Parents pay a non-refundable $400 deposit applied toward tuition to guarantee student's place.