The Best Boarding Schools in British Columbia

Discover the best Boarding Schools in British Columbia in this 2025 guide. Explore top-rated schools, tuition costs, parent reviews, and more.

The Best Boarding Schools in British Columbia

Boarding Schools in British Columbia are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best Boarding Schools in British Columbia, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.

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Why families choose a Boarding school in British Columbia?

Boarding schools are popular in British Columbia due to their high academic standards and access to the great outdoors.

The province is known for its welcoming and diverse community, low crime rates, and stunning natural beauty. Students who attend boarding schools in BC benefit from intellectually stimulating academic programs and enjoy fantastic outdoor activities and a peaceful, safe, and natural environment.

Most boarding schools in BC have an average class size of 12, which allows for active participation and encourages students to share their ideas. Teachers live on campus and can provide extra help outside regular school hours.

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Top rated Boarding Schools in British Columbia 2025

This Boarding Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.

IB Boarding Schools in British Columbia

  • AMADEUS International School Vienna
    0 reviews
    Vienna - Austria
    IB Diploma
    From 13200
    eur
  • Regents International School Pattaya
    4 reviews
    Pattaya - Bang Lamung District
    From 133200
    thb
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • Keystone Academy
    5 reviews
    Beijing - China
    From 250000
    cny
  • Newington College
    0 reviews
    Sydney - New South Wales
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 24390
    aud
  • International Bilingual School of Provence
    0 reviews
    Luynes - Aix-en-Provence
    Cambridge, French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 10250
    eur
  • AMADEUS International School Vienna
    0 reviews
    Vienna - Austria
    IB Diploma
    From 13200
    eur
  • Regents International School Pattaya
    4 reviews
    Pattaya - Bang Lamung District
    From 133200
    thb
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • Keystone Academy
    5 reviews
    Beijing - China
    From 250000
    cny
  • Newington College
    0 reviews
    Sydney - New South Wales
    Cambridge, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 24390
    aud
  • International Bilingual School of Provence
    0 reviews
    Luynes - Aix-en-Provence
    Cambridge, French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 10250
    eur

US Curriculum Boarding Schools in British Columbia

  • Paris Saint-Germain Academy USA Pro Academy
    0 reviews
    Sterling - Virginia
    American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, PSAT, SAT, TOEFL
    From 59500
    usd
  • Paris Saint-Germain Academy Pro Greater Geneva
    0 reviews
    Thonon-les-Bains - Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
    American Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 68000
    eur
  • Institut auf dem Rosenberg
    6 reviews
    St Gallen - Switzerland
    A Level, American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, TOEFL
    From 150000
    chf
  • TASIS The American School in Switzerland
    2 reviews
    Lugano - Ticino
    AP, IB Diploma
    From 30000
    usd
  • THINK Global School
    0 reviews
    New York City - New York
    American Diploma
    From
    usd
  • Brillantmont International School
    3 reviews
    Lausanne - Vaud
    A Level, AP, AS, IGCSE, SAT
    From 31500
  • Paris Saint-Germain Academy USA Pro Academy
    0 reviews
    Sterling - Virginia
    American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, PSAT, SAT, TOEFL
    From 59500
    usd
  • Paris Saint-Germain Academy Pro Greater Geneva
    0 reviews
    Thonon-les-Bains - Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
    American Diploma, IGCSE, SAT
    From 68000
    eur
  • Institut auf dem Rosenberg
    6 reviews
    St Gallen - Switzerland
    A Level, American Diploma, AP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, TOEFL
    From 150000
    chf
  • TASIS The American School in Switzerland
    2 reviews
    Lugano - Ticino
    AP, IB Diploma
    From 30000
    usd
  • THINK Global School
    0 reviews
    New York City - New York
    American Diploma
    From
    usd
  • Brillantmont International School
    3 reviews
    Lausanne - Vaud
    A Level, AP, AS, IGCSE, SAT
    From 31500

British Curriculum Boarding Schools in British Columbia

  • Nexus International School, Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 44730
    myr
  • British International School, Phuket
    1 reviews
    Phuket - Southern Thailand
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 452100
    thb
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • International Bilingual School of Provence
    0 reviews
    Luynes - Aix-en-Provence
    Cambridge, French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 10250
    eur
  • Copperfield International School Verbier
    0 reviews
    Verbier - Valais
    IB Diploma
    From 34000
    chf
  • Rugby School Thailand
    0 reviews
    Bang Lamung District - Chon Buri
    A Level, Cambridge, IGCSE
    From 14000
    usd
  • Nexus International School, Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 44730
    myr
  • British International School, Phuket
    1 reviews
    Phuket - Southern Thailand
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 452100
    thb
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • International Bilingual School of Provence
    0 reviews
    Luynes - Aix-en-Provence
    Cambridge, French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 10250
    eur
  • Copperfield International School Verbier
    0 reviews
    Verbier - Valais
    IB Diploma
    From 34000
    chf
  • Rugby School Thailand
    0 reviews
    Bang Lamung District - Chon Buri
    A Level, Cambridge, IGCSE
    From 14000
    usd

How much do Boarding Schools in British Columbia cost?

According to World Schools data, the yearly tuition fee for Boarding Schools in ranges between $30400 and $47000. However, the cost varies significantly depending on various factors such as the school curriculum, extracurricular activities, location, and facilities, and can go up to $81700.

The average yearly cost is $62800, around $6300 per month, and can go up to the maximum monthly cost of $8200.

Additionally, most schools will also charge a one-time registration fee, and you also need to count an extra budget during the year for extracurricular trips, holiday camps, etc.

If you would like to explore Boarding Schools in with yearly fee filters, please use our advanced search filters.

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Parent and Student Reviews of Boarding Schools in British Columbia

  • In 2021 we found H Farm International School thanks to Worldschools. It was love at first sight. We left our beautiful Castellammare di Stabia to embrace the project of raising our two children Chloe and Ruben in an international environment, surrounded by greenery with a strong vocation for entrepreneurship and innovation. After 3 years we are happy with the choice motivated by the jumps of joy of the children who want to go back to school, as soon as they have left it. Thank you Worldschools, Thank you H Farm
    Read more
    Written August 5, 2024
  • IMG Academy has received high praise from parents and students for its world-class facilities, top-notch coaching staff, and engaging activities. Reviews of the academy’s tennis, baseball, and football have been overwhelmingly positive. Students benefit from a rigorous athletic program in a safe and well-maintained environment. Overall, the academy provides an exceptional training experience for athletes of all levels.
    Read more
    Written May 7, 2024
  • We have been parents here at Fairfax Christian for the past three years. We now have a child in each level of the school, lower, middle and high school. The school kept our children safe and in school during the tumultuous time of the pandemic and we will be forever grateful. We have been blessed with teachers who are attentive and care about the character and education of our children. The challenging curriculum, diverse student population and a Christian education will keep our family at Fairfax Christian.
    Read more
    Written April 22, 2024
  • 4.I know the Krumbach school in Austria where my niece Anne Princess GAKIZA, orphan of father and mother studies. This school takes care of all her needs (school fees, travel and accommodation, health care and insurance, ect. ..) and develop the child’s talents. As legal guardian, I am very delighted to have my niece in Krumbach school and I would recommend this school without a second thought…The orphan has a wonderful time at school with excellent relationships and attention, love and adequate education. In addition to her strong open-mindedness in the scientific field, she is learning several languages ​​which is also a very pleasant tool to start for a long subsequent journey of study and learning!
    The school allows also for very organized control of the behavior and needs of students in a more specific and personalized way.
    I would like to thank all the staff and educational leaders of the school for the period already spent by my niece at Kumbrach school and the quality/service that was provided.
    An exceptional school attentive to the specific needs of children, in a wonderful environment for children to learn and develop their creativity.
    The school’s strong points are the maintenance of permanent liaison with parents, the communication of informations which trace the activities carried out by the children as well as the academic results of each term. You know it’s a good school when your child can’t wait to return at the end of the holidays.

    Read more
    Written February 2, 2024
  • Our son is in his third year at the school. And we can already form an opinion about everything.
    The first thing that sticks in the mind is the location: a castle on a mountain in the middle of the forest with an inexpressible view and always fresh air.
    Secondly, the daily routine and hygiene in everything is observed with Austrian pedantry.
    Third, the offices, lodging and recreation rooms, library, are modern and comfortable.
    Fourth, the new sports ground, bicycles, contribute to the physical development of students.
    Fifth, the kitchen, it deserves special praise. Diverse, full, healthy food. Special thanks for the days of cuisines of different nations. Pupils not only familiarize themselves with the dishes of the world, but also actively participate in their preparation.
    The sixth is collective, creative work. Joint productions of plays, cognitive visits to museums, theaters, exhibitions, movies, concerts. Annual outings for skiing and skating in winter, hiking in summer and tourist trips to European countries. This is a topic for a separate comment.
    And, finally, the seventh is the main thing. Educational process. Bilingualism! Education is a two-way process, teacher – student. The approach to the selection of teachers is serious. Not every teacher is able to be enthusiastic about his subject, complex to teach simply, while maintaining the subordination. It works here.
    There are no perfect schools, as well as people. The administration solves force-majeure circumstances, nuances in requirements, difficulties in adaptation of teenagers and young men (at the expense of their moral and physical health) skillfully, keeping the spirit of the school and the priority of education.
    We are sincerely grateful to all those who work, bring up, educate our son, showing him respect.
    Read more
    Written February 2, 2024
  • I am very happy with choosing this place. Great approach, very nice atmosphere
    Read more
    Written December 12, 2023
  • One of Ranum Efterskole’s greatest philosophies states that the best way to learn is to experience.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The reason why we chose Ranum Efterskole College was simple: we could find a spirited, stimulating and supportive community in Ranum, that are not always treasured in our local education system. The most pleasant of it all is seeing the relaxing smiles, confident faces, healthy bodies, and learn all about the many adventures … including our son & daughter, who are 8821km away from us.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Ranum Efterskole College cannot be described in brief! We are so impressed with the great work that was done for our girls. All teachers and staff are at work from day one, they are all so happy, positive and helpful, and it lasted all year long. I am wildly impressed by the contact group teacher who took good care of our girls. I was at ease, even though we live abroad.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I have really benefitted from being in the international programme, which gave me an opportunity to experience many different cultures first hand, improve myself academically and develop my social skills at a completely different level. REC has shown me how diversity and an open mind can result in a strong community.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I looked at many different international schools across Europe and came across the website for Ranum Efterskole College. The uniqueness of the school really caught my eye. I felt that it offered opportunities that no other school could.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • NLCS Jeju doesn’t expect children to have outcomes from every experience. Instead, they look for happiness and satisfaction. Children respond well to this philosophy. My daughter became more active, positive and engaged. She feels safe and comfortable with teachers always there for her and supporting her to become a better person.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • In 2021 we found H Farm International School thanks to Worldschools. It was love at first sight. We left our beautiful Castellammare di Stabia to embrace the project of raising our two children Chloe and Ruben in an international environment, surrounded by greenery with a strong vocation for entrepreneurship and innovation. After 3 years we are happy with the choice motivated by the jumps of joy of the children who want to go back to school, as soon as they have left it. Thank you Worldschools, Thank you H Farm
    Read more
    Written August 5, 2024
  • IMG Academy has received high praise from parents and students for its world-class facilities, top-notch coaching staff, and engaging activities. Reviews of the academy’s tennis, baseball, and football have been overwhelmingly positive. Students benefit from a rigorous athletic program in a safe and well-maintained environment. Overall, the academy provides an exceptional training experience for athletes of all levels.
    Read more
    Written May 7, 2024
  • We have been parents here at Fairfax Christian for the past three years. We now have a child in each level of the school, lower, middle and high school. The school kept our children safe and in school during the tumultuous time of the pandemic and we will be forever grateful. We have been blessed with teachers who are attentive and care about the character and education of our children. The challenging curriculum, diverse student population and a Christian education will keep our family at Fairfax Christian.
    Read more
    Written April 22, 2024
  • 4.I know the Krumbach school in Austria where my niece Anne Princess GAKIZA, orphan of father and mother studies. This school takes care of all her needs (school fees, travel and accommodation, health care and insurance, ect. ..) and develop the child’s talents. As legal guardian, I am very delighted to have my niece in Krumbach school and I would recommend this school without a second thought…The orphan has a wonderful time at school with excellent relationships and attention, love and adequate education. In addition to her strong open-mindedness in the scientific field, she is learning several languages ​​which is also a very pleasant tool to start for a long subsequent journey of study and learning!
    The school allows also for very organized control of the behavior and needs of students in a more specific and personalized way.
    I would like to thank all the staff and educational leaders of the school for the period already spent by my niece at Kumbrach school and the quality/service that was provided.
    An exceptional school attentive to the specific needs of children, in a wonderful environment for children to learn and develop their creativity.
    The school’s strong points are the maintenance of permanent liaison with parents, the communication of informations which trace the activities carried out by the children as well as the academic results of each term. You know it’s a good school when your child can’t wait to return at the end of the holidays.

    Read more
    Written February 2, 2024
  • Our son is in his third year at the school. And we can already form an opinion about everything.
    The first thing that sticks in the mind is the location: a castle on a mountain in the middle of the forest with an inexpressible view and always fresh air.
    Secondly, the daily routine and hygiene in everything is observed with Austrian pedantry.
    Third, the offices, lodging and recreation rooms, library, are modern and comfortable.
    Fourth, the new sports ground, bicycles, contribute to the physical development of students.
    Fifth, the kitchen, it deserves special praise. Diverse, full, healthy food. Special thanks for the days of cuisines of different nations. Pupils not only familiarize themselves with the dishes of the world, but also actively participate in their preparation.
    The sixth is collective, creative work. Joint productions of plays, cognitive visits to museums, theaters, exhibitions, movies, concerts. Annual outings for skiing and skating in winter, hiking in summer and tourist trips to European countries. This is a topic for a separate comment.
    And, finally, the seventh is the main thing. Educational process. Bilingualism! Education is a two-way process, teacher – student. The approach to the selection of teachers is serious. Not every teacher is able to be enthusiastic about his subject, complex to teach simply, while maintaining the subordination. It works here.
    There are no perfect schools, as well as people. The administration solves force-majeure circumstances, nuances in requirements, difficulties in adaptation of teenagers and young men (at the expense of their moral and physical health) skillfully, keeping the spirit of the school and the priority of education.
    We are sincerely grateful to all those who work, bring up, educate our son, showing him respect.
    Read more
    Written February 2, 2024
  • I am very happy with choosing this place. Great approach, very nice atmosphere
    Read more
    Written December 12, 2023
  • One of Ranum Efterskole’s greatest philosophies states that the best way to learn is to experience.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The reason why we chose Ranum Efterskole College was simple: we could find a spirited, stimulating and supportive community in Ranum, that are not always treasured in our local education system. The most pleasant of it all is seeing the relaxing smiles, confident faces, healthy bodies, and learn all about the many adventures … including our son & daughter, who are 8821km away from us.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Ranum Efterskole College cannot be described in brief! We are so impressed with the great work that was done for our girls. All teachers and staff are at work from day one, they are all so happy, positive and helpful, and it lasted all year long. I am wildly impressed by the contact group teacher who took good care of our girls. I was at ease, even though we live abroad.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I have really benefitted from being in the international programme, which gave me an opportunity to experience many different cultures first hand, improve myself academically and develop my social skills at a completely different level. REC has shown me how diversity and an open mind can result in a strong community.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I looked at many different international schools across Europe and came across the website for Ranum Efterskole College. The uniqueness of the school really caught my eye. I felt that it offered opportunities that no other school could.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • NLCS Jeju doesn’t expect children to have outcomes from every experience. Instead, they look for happiness and satisfaction. Children respond well to this philosophy. My daughter became more active, positive and engaged. She feels safe and comfortable with teachers always there for her and supporting her to become a better person.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023

Summary

Studying at a BC boarding school can be a unique and enriching experience for students. Choosing the right boarding school for your child requires careful consideration of several factors, such as the school's location, size, academic programs, student life, and culture. Finding a school that aligns with your child's interests, strengths, and goals is crucial. We recommend contacting all schools that match your criteria and requesting a virtual campus tour, an open house, or a virtual information session to help you make an informed decision. This will give you a better idea of which school will make your child happy and prepare them for a brighter future.