Eaton Arrowsmith School (Vancouver) Ltd

About

Eaton Arrowsmith School (Vancouver) Ltd is located at 660C Leg-in-Boot Square, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4B3. Eaton Arrowsmith describes itself as a safe, caring, and nurturing educational environment that helps children, teens, and adults strengthen cognitive abilities, build academic independence, and shift from “surviving to thriving” through targeted cognitive enhancement.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Vancouver)

Education language: The admissions process may consider a student’s English language proficiency as part of an “assessment of fit.” The provided sources do not clearly state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum, and they do not describe any immersion or bilingual program offerings.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: N/A

Phone: 604 264-8327

Email: mbleasdale@eatonarrowsmith.com

Principal: Mark Bleasdale

Education Languages

The admissions process may consider a student’s English language proficiency as part of an “assessment of fit.” The provided sources do not clearly state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum, and they do not describe any immersion or bilingual program offerings.

Programs and Services

"Cognitive enhancement (Arrowsmith Program)" (Eaton Arrowsmith offers individualized, teacher-guided Arrowsmith Programs online and onsite that aim to strengthen cognitive capacities using the science of neuroplasticity, with a stated goal of improving learning and academic independence.) "Executive Function Coaching" (The school lists Executive Function Coaching as one of its offerings to support learning and independence.) "PEERS® social skills program" (Eaton Arrowsmith also offers the PEERS® social skills program, aimed at improving social interaction skills.) "Student support / learning disabilities" (Eaton Arrowsmith states it serves as a first line of intervention for Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, and works with kids, teens, and adults. Admissions requests documents such as report cards, psycho-educational assessments, and IEPs (formal documentation of a learning disability is not required).)

School Culture and Expectations

Eaton Arrowsmith says it prioritizes student wellbeing and safety and works to foster a safe school environment through Nonviolent Communication, mindfulness practices, and strong community relationships. The school states it believes every student deserves an education free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, intimidation, and violence, and aims for a community where each child feels safe, accepted, and respected. Vancouver staff have received ERASE (Expect Respect & a Safe Education) training. Core values listed are Fairness, Immediacy, Respect, Safety, and Trust.

Enrollment

Families are encouraged to begin by requesting a free consultation with an admissions specialist. Prospective students must complete an “assessment of fit,” which includes an admissions meeting and may include a classroom visit or virtual tour/session; enrollment documents and initial payments are required to secure a space. Students may be able to join at any time during the year, depending on space.