The Best Schools for International Students

It’s a fact – Canadians are among the top performers out of students from all OECD countries, according to the Program for International Student Assessment. Canada ranks well above the OECD average in reading, science and math, landing in the top five out of all 65 countries tested in a December 2010 study, and is the top English Speaking Secondary education system, well ahead of the US.

Why is Abbotsford, BC a great choice for you?

Abbotsford public schools are some of the best schools in the province of BC, and all of them offer international student admission and ESL support.

• Abbotsford students had a Grade 12 graduation rate of 97% (above BC’s provincial rate of 95%)
• Of those Grade 12 graduates, 45% graduated with honours (above BC’s provincial rate of 43%)

Plus, with Abbotsford’s low international student population (less than 2%), you not only get to study and learn English in one of the best education systems in the world, you also get a truly Canadian experience!

Abbotsford schools also offer a wide variety of extra-curricular activities, including sports teams (like soccer, basketball, golf, tennis, badminton, hockey and swimming), clubs and activities (like art, dance, band, theatre, outdoor education and chess), and field trips to museums, art galleries, government offices and more.

What School and Grade is Right For You?

Secondary Schools – Students in Grades 9 to 12 (ages 14 to17) attend Secondary School. Learn more about Abbotsford Public Secondary Schools.

Middle Schools – Students in Grades 6 to 8 (ages 11 to 13) attend Middle School. Learn more about Abbotsford Public Middle Schools.

Elementary Schools – Students in Kindergarten to Grade 5 (ages 5 to 10) attend Elementary School. Learn more about Abbotsford Public Elementary Schools.

Specialty Programs – Abbotsford schools offer many special interest programs designed to nurture development of individual student talents. Learn more about Abbotsford Specialty Programs.