Meadowridge School

12224 240th Street, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 1N1. Meadowridge is on a 35-acre campus in Maple Ridge, near Vancouver, and is located on the ancestral and unceded territories of the Katzie, Kwantlen, and Coast Salish Peoples.

Early Learning (ages 4 to 6); Primary Years (JK to 5); Middle Years (6 to 10); Diploma (11 to 12).

Independent, coeducational IB World School offering the IB Continuum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Canada

Regular buses arrive at 8:15am and depart at 3:40pm. A late bus departs at 5:30pm. Bus routes include Bus

1 (Port Moody, Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows); Bus 2 (Coquitlam); Bus 4 (Mission, Abbotsford); Bus 5 (Surrey/Langley). Junior Kindergarten cannot ride the bus; Kindergarten may ride with prior permission from the Headmaster.

Bussing services with morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off; late bus available for eligible students who sign up before 2:00pm; Westbound bus guaranteed Monday to Thursday; routes may depend on demand.

Meadowridge offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (JK-5), Middle Years Programme (Grade 6-10), and Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12). The PYP uses six Units of Inquiry each year and integrates core subjects such as language arts, science, social studies, mathematics, French, physical education, art, and music to teach the whole child. English is the language of instruction, and students also learn an additional language through Language Acquisition classes; in Grades 6-7 they study French and Spanish concurrently, and Grade 8 chooses between French or Spanish for deeper study. The MYP emphasizes eight subject groups and global contexts, with Language Acquisition taught in English and an expanded language option. The Diploma Programme allows students to pursue the IB Diploma or IB Course Certificates, alongside the BC Dogwood Diploma, and includes the Core components Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Action, and Service, plus the Extended Essay; Grade 11-12 course selections span six groups: Studies in Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts. Meadowridge also integrates experiential and outdoor education and provides post-secondary counselling to support university and college preparation.

Post-secondary acceptance is 100% for Meadowridge graduates. Graduates have gained admissions to Canadian universities such as the University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, McGill University, University of Alberta, and Dalhousie University. They have also been admitted to United States universities such as Johns Hopkins University and New York University. This reflects the IB Programme and post-secondary counselling support available at Meadowridge.

Graduates pursue higher education at a range of universities in Canada and abroad. Notable Canadian destinations include the University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, McGill University, University of Alberta, Dalhousie University, and University of Calgary. Notable American destinations include Johns Hopkins University and New York University.

Meadowridge has a dedicated Social Emotional Counselling team that supports students' mental health and well-being in a safe, supportive environment. The team connects with students individually and in groups, leads classroom lessons, and collaborates with staff and families to foster a caring and inclusive school community. The counsellors bring diverse approaches—developmental, cultural, and therapeutic—to meet students where they are. Ms. Jaimi Gilmore, RCC, and Ms. Ashley Gossen, RCC, are the school's Social Emotional Counsellors.

Meadowridge hosts a multicultural community with staff and students from almost 40 countries, speaking more than 18 languages in addition to English. The Meadowridge Library supports home language learning and multilingual engagement as part of its international-minded approach. French and Spanish are offered as additional languages of study.

Meadowridge supports mental wellbeing through its Social Emotional Counselling program, providing direct student support, classroom-based services, and collaboration with families and staff to promote resilience and healthy relationships.

Safeguarding is supported by staff training on best practices for safeguarding children, conducted every two years; the school also engages in safeguarding-related awareness programs to protect students.

Step 1: Inquire and Create your Account. Contact the Admissions team to express interest. After inquiry, you receive login credentials to access the Hub Apply Portal. One account per family.
Step 2: Submit an Application. Begin an application for each applicant before the deadline. The application is complete when the $400 non-refundable fee is paid. You can save progress and resume the application via the Hub Apply Portal.
Step 3: Submit Required Documents. Each grade has a checklist of items that may be required. All required items must be completed by the deadline. Documents can be uploaded online.
Step 4: Attend Assessment & Parent Interview. Applicants must attend an entrance assessment to determine readiness. The length of assessments ranges by entry grade (90 minutes for JK–Grade 5; half-day visits for Grade 6–11). In-person visits are preferred; a parent interview may be scheduled.
Step 5: Admissions Decision. Applicants will be contacted regarding the decision shortly after assessment/visit. Accepted applicants will receive an offer letter by email and must complete the decision form on the Portal. If the grade level is full, accepted students may be placed in a wait pool. To hold a seat, required fees must be paid and the signed contract submitted. English proficiency is essential for international applications.

Entrance Scholarships: Up to ten Entrance Scholarships annually, each valued at $5,000; entrance scholarship applications are submitted as part of the regular admissions process. Head of School Bursary: A limited number of bursaries for High School students; bursaries cover yearly tuition and require the regular admissions process, potentially including a written or video essay. Financial Assistance: Meadowridge offers financial assistance for families experiencing hardship; current families apply through the Apple portal and tax returns are required. Sibling Discounts: Second Sibling 5% off tuition; Third and Subsequent Siblings 10% off tuition; discounts do not apply with other discounts. Scholarships and bursaries cover yearly tuition only; application fees, program fees, uniforms, cafeteria, and transportation costs are not covered.

If the grade level is full, accepted applicants may be placed in a wait pool; to hold a seat, the required fees must be paid and the contract signed.