Studio 9 Independent School of the Arts

About

Studio 9 Independent School of the Arts (Kelowna Arts Academy) is located at 1180 Houghton Rd, Kelowna, BC V1X 2C9. The school says it “cultivates confident learners and creative thinkers through Arts Immersion,” offering an enhanced academic program enriched with arts electives for Kindergarten through Grade 12 that exceeds ministry standards and leads to a Dogwood diploma.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Central Okanagan)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-12

Phone: 250 868-8816

Email: cadence@studio9.ca

Principal: Cadence Trites

Programs and Services

Arts immersion / Arts electives Kelowna Arts Academy describes its program as “Arts Immersion,” with arts participation expected as part of learning. The admissions page notes students are expected to participate to the best of their ability in arts classes such as visual art, drama, music, and dance (depending on grade level), and to attend after-school performances including “Arts in School” events and a year-end performance. Food services (Hot Lunch) The school posts a “What’s on the Menu?” hot lunch list with scheduled lunch items. Student support / remedial programming The school notes that, due to a smaller population, it “currently do[es] not have a resource room or access to remedial programs” designed for students who are significantly behind grade level, and indicates students need the ability to work at or near grade level.

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes creativity, inclusion, and connection, and describes learning through cross-curricular and project-based learning. Admissions information highlights expectations for collaboration with peers (teamwork, leadership, communication), consistent attendance, arriving on time and staying for the full day, and active participation in arts classes. Students are also expected to attend required after-school performances and events.

Enrollment

Families are directed to the school’s Admissions page to apply and learn about the process. The school offers opportunities for short classroom trials to help determine fit, and requires proof of B.C. residency for the student and legal guardian (with documentation kept on file); it also notes non-resident/international tuition considerations and that international seats are limited.