Welcome to St. John’s School (SJS). We are a leading all gender, independent IB World School in Kitsilano, Vancouver for JK to Grade 12 students.
We are committed to nurturing the hearts, minds and health of our students. Students leave SJS as knowledgeable and caring young people. They are optimistic about the future and aim to create a better and more peaceful world through understanding and respect.
Admissions
Applications now open
Welcome to SJS! We are delighted you are considering an application to our school.
Visit SJS
We are currently offering several ways that you can connect with SJS before you apply:
- Take a tour with a student ambassador to get the inside experience of SJS.
- Join an engaging online Q&A with our School Principals.
- Attend an IB Diploma Programme evening for Grade 11 admissions.
How to Apply
Learn more about the application process and the application deadlines.
Admissions FAQ
Discover more about the Admissions process in our helpful online FAQ.
About
SJS At a Glance
An SJS education extends beyond the classroom. Our students have a passion for personal growth, an appreciation for healthy living, a developed moral compass and a global perspective.
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Announcing Full-Day Junior Kindergarten
We are pleased to announce that, as of September 2025, Junior Kindergarten at SJS will be a full-day program. We are delighted to be enhancing learning opportunities, and responding to the needs of parents, by extending our half-day JK program to full-day.
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Why SJS
At SJS, we don’t just educate—we nurture thinkers, innovators, and global citizens. If you’re seeking an IB education that emphasizes holistic growth, personal discovery, and a moral compass, then you’ve come to the right place. Find out more about our process.
35
Average SJS IB DP Score (world average is 30)
100%
of SJS graduates are accepted at one of their top choice schools
2
Dedicated University Counsellors
$500,000
In scholarship funds awarded to SJS students in 2023.
24%
of students achieved the bilingual DP Diploma
Celebrating the heart of our school this World Teachers’ Day 🌍 Every SJS teacher, from JK to Grade 12, plants seeds of knowledge that grow into lifelong passions for our students. Thank you to all teachers for your endless inspiration and dedication 📚
#WorldTeachersDay #AppreciationPost
We came together as a community today, following the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, wearing our orange shirts to show solidarity.
We have had a diverse array of Indigenous guests at SJS over the years, and today we welcomed sɬə́məxʷ (Rain) Pierre from Katzie First Nation.
Rain held our whole school assembly this morning, sharing stories of his journey from academia to his spiritual awakening where he discovered his gift for art. In his words, “It was up to our grandparents’ generation to survive attempted genocide, so it is up to my generation to show everyone why.”
Rain also held a session ahead of the assembly for Grade 12, where he went into more detail about his family`s history, culture and experience in residential schools and his inspirational story of resilience, rising from a life where he was deeply unhappy to living a life he now enjoys to the full!
Thank you @rainawakens for joining us today and for sharing your story!
