Welcome to the Comox Valley International Student Program

Study in the beautiful Westcoast of British Columbia, Canada — Where Creativity, Innovation, and Global Citizenship Meet

The Comox Valley International Student Program welcomes students from around the world to experience life and learning on the beautiful West Coast of British Columbia, Canada. As part of the Comox Valley School District, our program offers international students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 the opportunity to study alongside Canadian peers in accredited public schools on Vancouver Island.

Since 2005, we’ve welcomed students from more than 30 countries into our vibrant, supportive school communities. We offer full‑year, semester, and short‑term study options designed for students seeking academic challenge, outdoor adventure, creative arts, innovation, French Immersion, and a safe home‑away‑from‑home.

Ready to begin your Canadian education journey? Click the Apply Now button above to get started.

Choose the School That Fits Your Future

G.P. Vanier Secondary — The Creative Arts & Innovation School

Signature strengths:

Creative Collective — architecture, cosplay, marketing, design, and student‑led creative industries
Theatre & Fine Arts — one of Vancouver Island’s strongest drama programs
Robotics & Makerspace — nationally recognized STEM learning
Athletics — volleyball, basketball, rugby, mountain biking, and more

Ideal for students who want: Creativity, innovation, design, theatre, robotics, and hands‑on learning.

Mark R. Isfeld Secondary — The Bilingual Global Citizenship School

Signature strengths:

French Immersion — bilingual education recognized across Canada
Balanced Excellence — academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship
Fine Arts — music, visual arts, drama
Athletics — 30+ competitive teams
Global Citizenship — sustainability, leadership, community engagement

Ideal for students who want: Bilingual learning, academic strength, arts, athletics, and global citizenship.

Highland Secondary — The Innovation & Applied Learning School

Signature strengths:

MakerSpace & ENTER2 — engineering, design, fabrication, and invention
Trades & Career Pathways — metalwork, construction, transportation, health careers
Global Community — students from 14+ countries
Performing Arts — improv, theatre, and visual arts
Values‑Driven Culture — “Highland Has Heart”

Ideal for students who want: Engineering, trades, hands‑on learning, innovation, and a strong multicultural community.

Elementary Schools in the Comox Valley (K–7)

The Comox Valley School District includes 14 welcoming elementary schools, each offering safe, supportive, community‑focused learning environments for younger international students.

Our elementary schools emphasize literacy, numeracy, creativity, outdoor learning, Indigenous education, and social‑emotional development. Students learn alongside Canadian peers in small classes with caring teachers, gaining confidence in English while experiencing the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

Elementary placements are ideal for families seeking early English immersion, long‑term study pathways, and a gentle, nurturing introduction to Canadian education.

Key features:

Safe, community‑focused schools
Strong literacy & numeracy foundations
Outdoor learning & nature‑based education
Arts, music, and physical education
Indigenous learning woven into curriculum
Smooth transition to SD71 middle and secondary schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Comox Valley?

The Comox Valley is located on the east coast of Vancouver Island. We are nestled between the Beaufort Mountain range and along an arm of the Salish Sea making us a snow-to-surf destination.

We are only a 25-minute flight from Vancouver or a two-and-a-half-hour drive north of Victoria. Our airport receives daily flights from Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton.

Who can apply?

We welcome students aged 11–18 who are eager to improve their English, make lifelong friends, and experience Canadian education and culture.

Why choose Comox Valley?

Safe, welcoming Canadian community with homestay families who treat students like their own
Three specialized high schools offering unique pathways in arts, STEM, trades, French Immersion, and global citizenship
Small class sizes and personalized learning
Outdoor lifestyle: ocean, mountains, skiing, hiking, biking, and wildlife
High graduation success rates and pathways to top Canadian universities
Students from 20+ countries creating a vibrant international community

What grades do you accept?

Students can join in grades 1 through 12.

Can I graduate with a Canadian high school diploma?

Yes! Full-year students can earn a recognized British Columbia Dogwood Diploma.

Comox Valley International Student Program
Proudly welcoming students to British Columbia, Canada since 2005.

Welcome to the Comox Valley International Student Program

Choose the School That Fits Your Future

Mark R. Isfeld Secondary — The Bilingual Global Citizenship School

Highland Secondary — The Innovation & Applied Learning School

Elementary Schools in the Comox Valley (K–7)

Frequently Asked Questions

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