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Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, French, Spanish, Mandarin
Typical class size 22
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Sport, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
West Point Grey Academy (WPGA) is an independent, co-educational day school in Vancouver, British Columbia, serving Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1996, the school delivers the BC curriculum enriched with 20 Advanced Placement courses, achieving a 95% score of 3+ on AP exams. Located on an 18-acre campus, WPGA offers 10 competitive sports, 60 co-curricular clubs, and boasts 100% graduation and post-secondary acceptance rates with $2 million in annual scholarship awards.
West Point Grey Academy has 927 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
Location
4125 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., V6R 4P9, Canada. Situated on 18 acres on the unceded Jericho Lands.
Stages
Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Junior School (JK-Grade 7, 534 students) and Senior School (Grades 8-12, 393 students).
Type
Independent, co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Primarily Canadian students from the Vancouver area.
Additional learning support
Academic support services available. 4 personal counsellors and 3 university/career counsellors on staff.
Country affiliation
Canada. Follows the British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum. Member of ISABC.
Religious affiliation
None.
School day structure
Full school day with academic instruction, athletics, arts, outdoor education, and co-curricular activities.
Fees
Annual tuition at West Point Grey Academy ranges from CAD 33,300 to CAD 37,800 for 2026/27.
Tuition for 2026-27 is CAD 33,300 for JK through Grade 12. Non-BC residents pay an additional CAD 4,500. New student entrance fee of CAD 3,500 (one-time). Tuition includes workbooks, textbooks, classroom supplies, field trips, and most outdoor education trips and club activities.
Academics
West Point Grey Academy teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
British Columbia Ministry of Education curriculum enriched with 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses. In 2024, 95% of 331 AP exams written achieved a score of 3.0 or above. Languages (French, Spanish, and Mandarin) are taught from Junior Kindergarten. Enriched opportunities in global learning, sciences, digital and media arts, outdoor education, and visual and performing arts.
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1 student-to-teacher ratio. 132 teachers and 54 support staff. Average class size of 22 students.
Exam Results
95% of 331 AP exams written in 2024 achieved a score of 3.0 or above (out of 5). 100% graduation rate. 100% post-secondary acceptance rate. $2 million in scholarship awards earned annually by graduates.
Higher Education Progression
100% post-secondary acceptance rate. $2 million in scholarship awards earned annually. 3 dedicated university/career counsellors support students.
Gifted and Talented
20 AP courses provide advanced academic challenge across multiple disciplines.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Character education program focused on personal development. 4 personal counsellors on staff.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Academic support services available across all grade levels.
Mental Wellbeing
4 personal counsellors dedicated to student wellbeing and mental health support.
Admissions
Admissions
Application fee of CAD 350 (CAD 250 for reapplication). New student entrance fee of CAD 3,500 (one-time, non-refundable). Application and entrance fees are non-refundable.
Scholarships
First Nations Legacy Scholarship for students on the Nominal Roll of Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation, and Tsleil-Waututh Nation (preference for Grades 1, 5, and 8). Grade 8 Founding Headmaster Scholarships: three merit-based entrance scholarships valued at CAD 1,996 each, awarded to academically strong students involved in athletics, music, arts, and community.
FAQs
What grades does WPGA serve?
Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Junior School covers JK to Grade 7 and the Senior School covers Grades 8 to 12.
How much is tuition?
Tuition for 2026-27 is CAD 33,300 for JK through Grade 12 (BC residents). Non-BC residents pay an additional CAD 4,500. A one-time new student entrance fee of CAD 3,500 applies.
Does WPGA offer AP courses?
Yes. WPGA offers 20 Advanced Placement courses. In 2024, 95% of 331 AP exams written achieved a score of 3.0 or above.
What languages are taught?
French, Spanish, and Mandarin from Junior Kindergarten onward.
How many students attend WPGA?
927 students: 534 in JK-Grade 7 and 393 in Grades 8-12.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
8:1 with an average class size of 22 students. The school employs 132 teachers and 54 support staff.
What sports and activities are available?
10 competitive sports and 60 co-curricular clubs. Facilities include an all-weather turf field, track, two gyms, pool, fitness centre, and tennis courts. Internationally recognized debate and Model UN programs.
Does WPGA offer boarding?
No. WPGA is a day school only.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. The First Nations Legacy Scholarship is available for eligible Indigenous students. Three Grade 8 Founding Headmaster Scholarships of CAD 1,996 each are awarded for merit.
What is the graduation rate?
100% graduation rate and 100% post-secondary acceptance rate. Graduates earn $2 million in scholarship awards annually.
When was WPGA founded?
WPGA was founded in 1996 in Vancouver, British Columbia.
What does tuition include?
Tuition covers workbooks, textbook rentals, classroom supplies, field trips, and most outdoor education trips and club activities.
