The Vernon School District is located in Okanagan, Vernon City, British Columbia, Canada.
1. Vernon, an ideal place to study
The city of Vernon is famous for its beautiful scenery amidst valleys, mountains and lakes. Surrounded by Kalamalka, Okanagan and Swan Lakes, Vernon enjoys excellent four-season weather for recreational opportunities. Its population is more than 50,000 people and its economy is based on services, manufacturing, forestry and tourism.
Vernon is Canada's top tourist city and an ideal place to live. Vancouver is only 4.5 hours by car, or 45 minutes by flight to Kelowna International Airport.
Vernon is one of the most temperate climates in Canada, winters are not too bright, summers are hot and dry. Students can see snow in the short winter, the temperature is pleasant.
Within the area are modern amenities such as Silver Start Mountain Ski Resort, which is 20 minutes from the city, Predator Ridge Golf Resort, and Sparkling Hills.
2. General introduction to Vernon School District
The Vernon Public Schools system is located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley in Vernon City, British Columbia, and consists of 22 schools, ranging from kindergarten to high school with over 9,600 students.
The teacher to student ratio is 1:19, so each student always receives attentive care
A wide variety of training programs such as summer programs, English programs, training from preschool to pre-university. Students can enroll in summer to shorten the study time.
Sports and extracurricular activities such as volleyball, basketball, football, rugby, swimming ...
Dedicated, thoughtful international student support services
Quality education with top graduation rates in British Columbia provinces
3. Secondary schools admitting international students
W.L. Seaton High School Seaton is a bilingual school of English and French. Seaton has a rich Arts and Culture program with many awards such as Choir, Musical, Visual Arts...
Number of students: 800, from grades 8-12
Charles Bloom High School Located in the Lumby community, the gateway to Monashee. The school has public facilities such as parks, swimming pools, skating rinks, libraries. Students and staff have a friendly relationship, actively support each other in learning.
Number of students: 325, grades 7-12
Vernon High School is one of Vernon's most comprehensive schools offering a wide range of programs in a variety of disciplines. The school has a tradition of pride in its athletic, artistic, and cultural achievements.
Number of students: 900, grades 8-12
Clarence Fulton High School many cultural classes and some classes can enroll additional credits to university and college. The school is strong in sports and health programs and always welcomes international students
Number of students: 750, grades 8-12
Kalamalka High School There is a solid cultural program, sports activities and picnics for students. Students can participate in a variety of sports, clubs, arts, musicals, furniture and bands.
Number of students: 575, grades 8-12
4. Housing
Students will stay at homestays with Canadian-indigenous families. Vernon is a safe community with 98% of the population speaking English as their mother tongue.
Fully supervised by the school system and coordinators who operate 24 hours a day. All families with students are checked at home and interviewed regularly. Students are guaranteed safety and comfortable living.
5. Expenses
Tuition fee: 12,600 – 13,000 CAD/year
Homestay Accommodation Cost: CAD 8,500
Internet sources
Greatlink International Study Abroad Co., Ltd.
3rd Floor, 43 Trung Luc St., Dang Lam Dist., Hai An Dist., Hai Phong
Hotline: 0936.77.33.86/0868.81.79.81
Email: [email protected]
