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SOOKE SCHOOL DISTRICT - VICTORIA
About the Program
The Sooke International Student Program has operated since 1989. Its intent is to offer international students the opportunity to study in a Canadian school and to experience Canadian culture through a supportive homestay environment. Students from over 25 countries have attended the Sooke SD.
Program Aims
- To offer quality Canadian education opportunities through courses approved by the BC government.
- To offer an opportunity for qualified students to obtain a BC government graduation certificate.
- To provide an opportunity for immersion in Canadian culture and life.
- To introduce students to values and beliefs of other international students from many different countries.
Program Strengths
- Program emphasizes personal service.
- Individual counselling provided International students are given an extensive orientation before school begins.
- Translators are provided International students are offered a wide variety of study options.
Community and Location
Victoria is the capital city of British Columbia and is known for its natural beauty and quality of life. It enjoys a mild climate (22°C in summer / 6° in the winter). This temperate climate permits one to enjoy a wide variety of sports throughout the year. With a population of about 360,000 people Victoria has many advantages of a lager metropolitan city while retaining the comfort of a smaller city. Its location on southern Vancouver Island puts it in close proximity to Canada’s mainland and the Pacific Northwest of the United States. The Island’s great natural beauty is reflected in the region’s many provincial and national parks.
The area around Sooke, located in the south west of Vancouver Island, belongs to greater Victoria, capital city of B.C. At the same time it is the gateway to Canada’s west coast. This friendly community is the starting-point for every kind of outdoor-activity as well as for relaxation at one of its numerous beaches.
Schools
To this school district belong two secondary High Schools:
Both High Schools offer a sound academic
program and a wide variety of sports. Students attending these
schools can expect a well-rounded education. If necessary students
will get additional help and encouragement in learning.
Living Arrangements
Host families are carefully selected by the Host Family Coordinator. This ensures close home/program cooperation. All host family parents participate in an orientation program.
