St. John’s Academy, Shawnigan Lake
An accredited independent IB World School on Vancouver Island, set between forest, Shawnigan Lake, and Baldy Mountain — about 45 minutes from Victoria. With around 170 students and an average class size of 15, it pairs a rigorous International Baccalaureate education with hands-on, outdoor, and experiential learning. International students join a close, supportive boarding community alongside local day students.
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- IB Middle Years (Gr 6–10) & Diploma (Gr 11–12) pathways
- New WILD outdoor program as a Diploma alternative
- BC Dogwood Diploma · 100% university acceptance
- Location: Shawnigan Lake, Vancouver Island, BC
- Grades: 4–12 (boarding from Grade 7)
- Programs: IB Diploma, BC Dogwood, WILD outdoor
- Requirements: School transcripts, English proficiency
- Guaranteed pathway: Vancouver Island University (on meeting Gr 12 English)