{"id":4788,"date":"2021-03-17T20:59:35","date_gmt":"2021-03-18T03:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/?page_id=4788"},"modified":"2026-10-21T12:41:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T19:41:40","slug":"application-procedures","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/future-students\/application-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"Application Procedures"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row background_style=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1435093606778{background-image: url(https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/internationalwp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional-homestay.jpg?id=1875) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]\t<div class=\"aq-block-aq_page_header_block\">\r\n\t\r\n\t<header class=\"page-header ebor-pad-me\">\r\n\t\r\n\t\t<div class=\"background-image-holder parallax-background\">\r\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2411\" height=\"879\" src=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional.jpg\" class=\"background-image\" alt=\"west-vancouver-internaltional\" srcset=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional.jpg 2411w, https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional-1024x373.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2411px) 100vw, 2411px\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t<div class=\"container\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"row\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-sm-12 text-center\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"text-white alt-font\">Future Students<\/span><h1 class=\"text-white\">Application Procedures<\/h1><p class=\"lead text-white ebor-limit-width\">Please make sure you have collected all the necessary information and documents.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/header>\r\n\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n\t[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background_style=&#8221;bg-primary&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong><span style=\"color: #003f62 !important\">To apply to attend one of West Vancouver Schools elementary or secondary schools, please click on the button.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #003f62 !important\"><br \/>\nPlease note that we are full in all grades for the 2026\u201327 school year, with only limited space in Grades 10, 11, and 12 for February 2027 entry. Before submitting an application, please contact <a href=\"mailto:mfrankowski@wvschools.ca\">mfrankowski@wvschools.ca<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #003f62 !important\">Applications for September 2027 opened on October 15, 2026, at midnight (Vancouver time). <span style=\"color: #ff0000\">At this time, we are full for Gr 11 space in all schools.<\/span><\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;80px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Apply Now&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmytruenorth.ca%2Fappindex.php%3Fdb%3Dwestvan|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background_style=&#8221;bg-secondary-1&#8243;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<strong>West Vancouver Schools only accepts applications through our secure online system. We do not accept applications by mail, email, or fax. Applications that are incomplete or unpaid will not be processed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Before you start, please collect all required information and documents (see list below). You will need full details for the student and at least one parent, including names, birthdates, and addresses. All required and recommended documents must be uploaded as PDF or JPEG files, each smaller than 5MB. If a file is larger, please rescan it at a lower resolution before applying.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The application fee for international students is $300 CAD. This fee is non-refundable. You will need a major credit card to pay at the end of the online application.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Once you start a new application, you must submit it within 30 days. Applications not completed within 30 days will be deleted. Incomplete applications will not be processed.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;welcome-banner&#8221;][vc_column el_class=&#8221;home-welcome-banner&#8221;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1414670190486{padding: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Required documents<\/h3>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>1.Record of grades<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>Also called transcripts or report cards<\/li>\n<li>Records must be translated into English.<\/li>\n<li>Upload transcripts or report cards for the last two years.<\/li>\n<li>Save as one PDF or JPEG file (all pages combined).<\/li>\n<li>File must be less than 5MB in size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>2. Passport photo page<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>Upload the passport photo page<\/li>\n<li>If the applicant does not have a passport, upload a government photo identification.<\/li>\n<li>This helps us confirm the applicant\u2019s information for accurate documents and communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>3. Student\u2019s letter of intent<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>Not required for elementary school applicants.<\/li>\n<li>A secondary school applicants should write a letter explaining:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>Why they want to study in Canada and at West Vancouver Schools.<\/li>\n<li>Their past studies.<\/li>\n<li>Their interests and hobbies.<\/li>\n<li>Their future goals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>If the letter is more than one page, scan all pages together as one document.<\/li>\n<li>See <a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/Student-Letter-of-Intent-Example-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Example 1<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/Student-Letter-of-Intent-Example-2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Example 2<\/a> for different types of letters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>4. Applicant introduction video<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>For full instructions on how to submit a strong introduction video, <a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/future-students\/application-procedures\/applicant-introduction-video-instructions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">please visit here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>Mandatory for students applying to the Hosted Accommodation program.<\/li>\n<li>Optional for Grade 8\u201312 students not applying for the Hosted Accommodation program.<\/li>\n<li>Not required for elementary school applicants.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>How to Upload Your Video:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>Fill out the <a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/future-students\/application-procedures\/applicant-introduction-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Applicant Introduction Video<\/a> form (include your name, school, and email).<\/li>\n<li>You will immediately receive an upload link by email. If you don\u2019t see the email, check your spam folder.<\/li>\n<li>Use the link to upload your video.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4>5. Photo Album<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>A photo album is required for students who will live in the Hosted Accommodation program.<\/li>\n<li>A photo album is optional for students who will live with their parents or do not need to join the Hosted Accommodation program<\/li>\n<li>Create a 1\u20132 page collection of photos showing your family, city, hobbies, travels, and daily life.<\/li>\n<li>Scan the entire album as a single PDF or JPEG file (under 5MB) before uploading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>6. English language exam<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>Upload one of the accepted exam results with your application.<\/li>\n<li>Only required for students applying for Grade 10 and 11 -and- planning to graduate from West Vancouver Schools.<\/li>\n<li>Not required for:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>Elementary applicants.<\/li>\n<li>Secondary applicants staying one semester or one year only.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>To take the CMGE test, email Michael Frankowski (mfrankowski@wvschools.ca).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>The CMGE test can be taken online with immediate results.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<table class=\"aligncenter\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"8%\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">CMGE<\/td>\n<td width=\"7%\">IELTS<\/td>\n<td width=\"9%\">TOEFL iBT<\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">EIKEN<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"8%\">Grade 10<\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">Level 3<\/td>\n<td width=\"7%\">4.0 &#8211; 4.5<\/td>\n<td width=\"9%\">41-52<\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"8%\">Grade 11<\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">Level 4<\/td>\n<td width=\"7%\">4.6 &#8211; 5.0<\/td>\n<td width=\"9%\">53-64<\/td>\n<td width=\"6%\">2A<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>7. Student Pledge<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>The Student Pledge is required for all secondary students (not for elementary students).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/05\/Student-Pledge-2025-fillable.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the Student Pledge<\/a> (fillable PDF).<\/li>\n<li>Read and initial each section (legal responsibilities, respect, attendance, academics, and the Hosted Accommodation program rules).<\/li>\n<li>Sign and date the form at the end.<\/li>\n<li>Save the signed pledge as a PDF or JPEG (under 5MB).<\/li>\n<li>Upload it with your online application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>8. Legal Agreement<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: disc\">\n<li>The applicant and their parent must sign the agreement.<\/li>\n<li>Before starting the application:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha\">\n<li>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/10\/Legal-Agreement-2027.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Legal Agreement 2027<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Sign in ink (no digital signatures).<\/li>\n<li>Scan as a PDF or JPEG file.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Recommended documents<\/h3>\n<p>We recommend collecting the following documents before you apply. These documents help us make an admission decision if we need more information.<\/p>\n<h4>1.Letter of Recommendation<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>A teacher, school counsellor, or Headmaster\/Principal should write a letter on school letterhead.<\/li>\n<li>The letter must identify the student and highlight their strengths.<\/li>\n<li>If the letter is longer than one page, scan all pages together as one document.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>2. Custodian Document<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>If the applicant is not joining the Hosted Accommodation program or using our free custodianship service, they must appoint a custodian.<\/li>\n<li>The custodian must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, over 25 years old, and living full time in the Vancouver area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>3. Other Documents<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have other documents related to admission, such as a student interview form, please upload them as a single document.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;application-and-admission-forms&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Application and Admission Forms<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/10\/Legal-Agreement-2027.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Legal Agreement 2027<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/12\/Reporting-child-immunizations-online-form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Immunization Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"CIC Custodian forms\" href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Custodianship-Declaration-01-2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Custodian Declaration Form<\/a> <em>(Please download the PDF to view its contents)<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/future-students\/application-procedures\/applicant-introduction-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Applicant Introduction Video<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/future-students\/application-procedures\/grade-placement-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Grade Placement Chart<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/current-students\/forms-and-resources\/role-of-a-custodian-in-bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Role of a Custodian in BC<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/04\/Information-required-on-secondary-application-form-v.-8.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Information Required on Secondary Application Form (v. 8)<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Apply Now&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fmytruenorth.ca%2Fappindex.php%3Fdb%3Dwestvan|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row background_style=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1435093606778{background-image: url(https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/internationalwp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2015\/06\/west-vancouver-internaltional-homestay.jpg?id=1875) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background_style=&#8221;bg-primary&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]To apply to attend one of West Vancouver Schools elementary or secondary schools, please click on the button.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":192,"featured_media":0,"parent":4634,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4788","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-11-07 19:49:13","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4788","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/192"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4788"}],"version-history":[{"count":121,"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4788\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7167,"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4788\/revisions\/7167"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4634"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/westvancouverschools.ca\/international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4788"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}