Bodwell High School is a fully-accredited day and boarding high school located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1991, the school serves students in Grades 8 through 12 from Metro Vancouver, across Canada, and from over 40 countries.
Bodwell offers a university-preparatory program that includes the IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 8-10), the British Columbia provincial curriculum, and Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the senior grades. Graduates receive the British Columbia Dogwood Diploma issued by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care.
The school operates both day and boarding programs, including weekday boarding and full boarding options.
Bodwell High School was established in 1991 in Vancouver, British Columbia. In 2003, the school relocated to its current waterfront campus on Harbourside Drive in North Vancouver, overlooking Burrard Inlet and the Port of Vancouver.
The school was founded by Paul Yuen and Cathy Lee, who were involved in the development of international education programming in British Columbia. In recognition of their contributions to international education, they received the British Columbia Council for International Education (BCCIE) Lifetime Achievement Award.
Since its relocation, the school has expanded its academic and residential programming, serving both Canadian and international students.
BodwellâÂÂs academic structure includes:
⢠IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 8-10)
⢠BC Curriculum (Grades 10-12)
⢠Advanced Placement (AP) courses
⢠University guidance and academic counselling
The school emphasizes university preparation, structured academic planning, and English language development for multilingual students.
In addition to core academics, Bodwell offers applied learning programs, including Real World Academies in areas such as STEM and media.
The North Vancouver campus includes classroom buildings, student dormitories, athletic facilities, and waterfront recreational areas. The school serves both local day students and boarding students.
Bodwell offers a range of athletics, arts, and extracurricular programs. Teams compete in regional athletics, and students participate in performing arts, music, and clubs.
Bodwell High School received the Study Travel Magazine âÂÂSTM Star High School Awardâ in 2014 and 2015. The school also received recognition from the British Columbia Council for International Education (BCCIE).
Bodwell High School is certified by the British Columbia Ministry of Education and Child Care. The school is a member of:
Bodwell offers athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities including: