New Westminster
school district
in British Columbia

Imagine studying in British Columbia, at New Westminster School District

What's it like?

The pioneers of student exchange programs in Canada

The district of New Westminster, part of the Greater Vancouver area in British Columbia, is amongst the pioneers of student exchange programs, welcoming international students to Canada since 1987.

New Westminster is home to one secondary school that provides students with innovative, high-quality academic education and countless extracurricular options, like sport and art. The school offers targeted support to exchange students to help them integrate in the community, and offers state-of-the-art facilities including five computer labs, three gymnasiums, a canteen, sports terrain, an ice rink, a theatre with over 1,000 seats, and much more.

The city is a peaceful community where life is good. Numerous historic buildings, green parks, shops and a laid-back atmosphere make New Westminster the perfect place to live and study!

At a glance:

New Westminster, south east of Vancouver

70,000 residents

Only 30 minutes from Vancouver City by metro train

One high school, offering many extra-curricular activities

Dedicated support for international students

Subjects

Maths, physics, chemistry, anatomy, biology, geology, information technology, history, English literature, philosophy, marketing, tourism economics, business, psychology, sociology, dance, drama, music, photography, French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean...

Extra-curricular activities

Sports: athletics, basketball, soccer, cross-country, cheerleading, golf, hockey, mountain biking, rowing, swimming, rugby, volleyball, skiing, snowboarding, wrestling...

Clubs: fiction, newspaper, drama, e-sports, chess, podcasting, debating, environment, philosophy, hip hop, badminton...

Facilities

Multiple gyms and sports fields, computer rooms, skating rink, multiple cafeterias, performance spaces and libraries...

Eligibility requirements

All you need to know...

Transparency is important to us. Here's what's included in the program fee, and what isn't.

Included

Selection interview

Research, selection and preparation of a welcoming host family

Full board, meals and lodging with a host family

Not included

Passport and all visa costs (in Australia and overseas)

Optional excursions, language lessons or trips

School-related costs (if applicable), including uniforms, stationery, books or subject levies

Durations, departures and fees

What is your preferred departure period and how long do wish to be overseas for? Remember, fees and availability are subject to change.

Need more information?

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