International Education
Together We Le ar n
BRITISH
KELOWNA - WEST KELOWNA - LAKE COUNTRY - PEACHLAND
COLUMBIA, CANADA
WELCOME TO THE CENTRAL OKANAGAN
• One of the top vacation destinations in Canada with the shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment of a city as well as diverse natural recreation on our doorstep - the best of both worlds
• Mild winters and long, sunny summers: we are one of the most popular year-round vacation destinations for Canada and the world
• Fastest growing population in Canada with over 250,000 people in four distinct communities
• Kelowna International Airport, one of the busiest in Canada, brings the world to live, work, and play here
• Home of the University of British Columbia-Okanagan, UBC’s largest campus outside of Vancouver, and Okanagan College, OC’s largest campus in BC
• Top entrepreneurial region in Canada with over 600 tech businesses and a $35M innovation hub
THE CENTRAL OKANAGAN
Study in one of the best education systems in the world in British Columbia while experiencing a city lifestyle in a beautiful natural setting near beaches, hiking trails, and ski mountains. Endless shopping, dining, and activities await you in our scenic valley. Enjoy the opportunity of English immersion at home, in school, and in the community.
OUR SCHOOL DISTRICT
• 5th largest district in British Columbia
• 24,500 full-time students in 45 schools
• Student achievement and graduation rates exceed provincial and national averages
• Partnerships with University of British Columbia and Okanagan College
• Less than 2% English Language Learners
• ESL support available in all schools
• Large number of specialized course offerings, including Advanced Placement options
HIGH SCHOOLS
George Elliot Secondary
www.ges.sd23.bc.ca
Kelowna Secondary www.kss.sd23.bc.ca
Mount Boucherie Secondary www.mbs.sd23.bc.ca
Okanagan Mission Secondary www.okm.sd23.bc.ca
Rutland Secondary www.rss.sd23.bc.ca
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Canyon Falls Middle www.cms.sd23.bc.ca
Constable Neil Bruce Middle www.cnb.sd23.bc.ca
Dr. Knox Middle www.drk.sd23.bc.ca
Hank Grenda Middle www.hms.sd23.bc.ca
KLO Middle
www.klo.sd23.bc.ca
Glenrosa Middle www.gms.sd23.bc.ca
Rutland Middle www.rms.sd23.bc.ca
Springvalley Middle www.sms.sd23.bc.ca
Every school offers a unique culture.
ATHLETICS
Whether you love to compete on the field, on the court, in the water, or on the ice, all of our schools have longstanding cultures of athletic excellence. Our schools and community offer athletic opportunities all year round.
No matter which school you attend, you can be part of an athletic program that keeps you on top of your game and connected to your peers.
Stay on top of your game.
Follow your dreams.
LEARN AND GROW WITH US
Choosing your educational path is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. In Central Okanagan Public Schools, we support all learners to move beyond our schools with dignity, purpose, and options.
No matter what your post-secondary plans are, our schools offer the courses and programs that will prepare you to enter top universities, colleges, and apprenticeships. From specific science streams to dual-credit programs that let you graduate with college credits, you can select the courses you need in one of Canada’s best performing school districts.
RECREATION
The Central Okanagan offers four season of fun, indoors and outdoors, all year round.
Spring and Summer
• Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding paradise with over 40 parks, including five Provincial parks
• Okanagan Lake is over 110 km long, offering endless water sports and beaches
• Picturesque scenery, rich history, and vibrant arts and culture
Fall and Winter
• Big White Ski Resort is one of the best in the world with 118 runs and an average annual snowfall of over 7m of “champagne powder”
• Snowshoeing, powersports, cross-country skiing, indoor and outdoor skating, and sledding
• State of the art indoor recreation facilities to swim, play soccer, play tennis, and more
See why the world plays here.
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
Experience all the Okanagan has to offer with monthly activities designed for you and included in the program cost. Learn more about the history, culture, and geography of the local area and enjoy a variety of adventures from the lake to the mountains and beyond.
Your international school coordinator will also organize activities to help you connect with students at your school. You can join clubs, go on field trips, learn about local holiday traditions, and attend extra-curricular events at your school.
Experience a new way of life.
We make memories together.
FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Through school and community activities you will meet friends from around the world. Students from over 30 different countries participate in our program every year. Experience all the Central Okanagan has to offer while making lifetime memories with Canadian and global friends.
Your Canadian family awaits you.
HOMESTAY
We run our own homestay program. Enjoy the safety and support of a family selected to suit you. Your fees include meals and a private room where you can study and relax.
You will also have the support of a homestay coordinator and dedicated staff whose priority is your safety and well-being. Your coordinator is friendly, helpful, and available to connect with you at school. Whatever you need, a staff member can take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
OPTIONAL TRIPS
Our southern central location in BC allows you to enjoy optional trips to visit:
• The gardens and Pacific Ocean beaches of Victoria
• The city and attractions of world- famous Vancouver
• The natural wonder of Banff and the Rocky Mountains
• The culture and history of Calgary, Alberta
See the best of Western Canada.
Vancouver Victoria
Banff
Calgary
Central Okanagan
CONTACT US Central Okanagan Public Schools International Education Program www.internationaleducation.ca Email: internationaleducation@sd23.bc.ca Instagram: @okgn23world +01.250.470.3258 WEBSITE: INSTAGRAM: