Southridge School

About

Southridge School is located at 2656 160 St, Surrey, BC V3Z 0B7 in South Surrey, British Columbia. The school describes itself as a vibrant, welcoming K–12 independent school that develops well-rounded students with knowledge, integrity, character, and confidence to realize their potential and make a difference in the world.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Surrey)

Education language: Southridge requires applicants to be fluent in both oral and written English because the school does not offer ELL/ESL programming or support.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-12

Phone: 604 535-5056

Email: stephens@southridge.ca

Principal: Tanya de Hoog

Education Languages

Southridge requires applicants to be fluent in both oral and written English because the school does not offer ELL/ESL programming or support.

Programs and Services

Athletics and extracurricular sports Financial support (scholarships and bursaries) Southridge offers scholarships and bursaries for new Senior School students (Grades 8–12), including merit-based entrance scholarships and renewable scholarships, plus limited full and partial renewable bursaries. Families applying for bursaries submit financial information through Apple Financial Services, a third-party assessor. Student support / language support Southridge states that it does not offer ELL/ESL programming or support, and requires all applicants to be fluent in oral and written English.

• Track (Grades 4–7)
• Girls Volleyball
• Boys Soccer
• Girls Soccer
• Girls and Boys Basketball
• Co-ed Ultimate Frisbee
• Girls Field Hockey
• Boys Rugby

School Culture and Expectations

Southridge emphasizes developing well-rounded students and highlights values including truth, tolerance, compassion, and respect. The school notes that it has “no locks on lockers,” which it links to shared community values. The admissions criteria also emphasize character, citizenship, motivation, determination, resiliency, and participation in extracurricular activities.

Enrollment

Families are directed to start the admissions process by submitting an inquiry and then booking a tour (virtual or in person). The application process includes submitting required documents, completing assessments/testing (CAT5 for some grades and SSAT for Grades 6–12), and participating in interviews; the school notes admission is selective and competitive. Southridge also states it has a no-gifts policy and does not accept donations or gifts (or promises of such) connected to enrollment.