Stratford Hall

About

Stratford Hall is located at 3000 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4E2. It is an independent, inclusive day school for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12, grounded in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme continuum. The school describes a holistic approach to global learning focused on academic excellence, innovative programming, and a sense of joy and wonder.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Vancouver)

Education language: Stratford Hall’s core curriculum includes English Language and Literature in the Middle Years Programme (MYP). In the Primary Years Programme (PYP), French is the language offered for language acquisition from Kindergarten to Grade 4, and Grade 5 students are exposed to both French and Spanish before families choose which language to continue in MYP. In MYP, students take Language Acquisition in French or Spanish, and in the Diploma Programme (DP) course options include French B, Spanish B, and Chinese (Mandarin) B (as well as a self-taught, school-supported Language A: Literature option).

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-12

Phone: 604 436-0608

Email: hos@stratfordhall.ca

Principal: Hazel Chee

Education Languages

Stratford Hall’s core curriculum includes English Language and Literature in the Middle Years Programme (MYP). In the Primary Years Programme (PYP), French is the language offered for language acquisition from Kindergarten to Grade 4, and Grade 5 students are exposed to both French and Spanish before families choose which language to continue in MYP. In MYP, students take Language Acquisition in French or Spanish, and in the Diploma Programme (DP) course options include French B, Spanish B, and Chinese (Mandarin) B (as well as a self-taught, school-supported Language A: Literature option).

Programs and Services

Athletics and extracurricular sports Outdoor education / experiential learning Outdoor Experiential Education (OEE) is part of the Grade 4–5 PYP program. Physical and Health Education in the MYP includes the school’s Outdoor Education programme.

• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Cross country
• Basketball
• Rock climbing
• Swimming
• Ultimate
• Badminton
• Track and field

School Culture and Expectations

Stratford Hall describes itself as an inclusive school community grounded in the IB Learner Profile and focused on developing global citizens. In the PYP, students are encouraged to be active learners who ask questions, take action, and make a difference in local and global communities. The athletics program emphasizes citizenship, sportsmanship, self-discipline, and respect for teammates, opponents, and referees.

Enrollment

Families apply by submitting an application form with a one-time, non-refundable application fee, then uploading required documents (such as a birth certificate and recent report cards). The process includes a parent interview (required for Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grades 6–11; Grades 2–5 interviews are arranged when space is available) and student assessment steps that vary by grade, including the SSAT and Character Skills Snapshot for Grades 6–11. Successful candidates receive an offer and must complete registration and pay registration fees to hold a space.