Why Choose Columbia Academy

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Why Choose Columbia Academy?

  • CURRICULUM

    We offer a stringent, internationally-respected BC high school curriculum.

  • FOCUS

    Small class sizes that allow us to adapt the learning experience to meet the needs of each student.

  • ESL PROGRAM

    Unique English as a Second Language (ESL) courses to prepare students for the regular BC English courses.

  • TRIMESTER SYSTEM

    A trimester system, meaning that school terms begin every January, May and September, so a motivated student can take 12 courses a year to graduate faster.

  • PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANCY

    Columbia Academy offers a Counselor and Academic Advisor to guide students through their university applications.

  • QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR

    Columbia Academy’s teachers are BC certified, highly qualified, and experienced with International Students.

  • STUDENT EXPERIENCE

    Columbia Academy offers a rich variety of after-school experiences through clubs, sports, and free tutoring.

  • VOLUNTEERING

    Columbia Academy organizes volunteer work experiences for each of its students.

  • SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

    Columbia Academy encourages students to build their own skills and talents; with that saying, the school honors Special Talents Scholarship to our students.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Our school has taken a number of steps to support the continued health and wellbeing of our staff and students. To this end, our school began online course instruction on March 8th, and expanded this to include synchronous online instruction on March 16th. Beginning March 18th, access to our physical school facility is no longer available so as to ensure the safety of school staff.

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