Mulgrave School

About

Mulgrave School is located at 2330 Cypress Bowl Lane, West Vancouver, BC V7S 3H9. The school describes its community as enthusiastic and caring, with students encouraged to cheer one another on across pursuits ranging from athletics to public speaking. Mulgrave’s mission is “Inspiring Excellence in Education and Life,” with an emphasis on students striving for their personal best, supporting others, and serving their communities locally and globally. The school also highlights sustainability and environmental justice as central to its work, aligned with preparing lifelong learners for a culturally diverse and interdependent world.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (West Vancouver)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-12

Phone: 604 922-3223

Email: cdavis@mulgrave.com

Principal: Jack McKillop

Programs and Services

International Baccalaureate (IB) Mulgrave identifies itself as a “top IB school” and states that it embraces the philosophy and mission of the International Baccalaureate Organisation. Athletics and extracurricular sports - Varsity Boys Soccer (noted as 2023–2024 BCSS AA Soccer Provincial Champions) Early Years athletics and wellbeing Starting in Early Years (PK3/PK4), athletics is described as a fundamental part of the school’s wellbeing approach and the IB curriculum, focusing on gross motor skills, strength, stamina, coordination, teamwork, and collaboration. Early Years students participate in events such as the Terry Fox Run, Jump Rope for Heart, and sports day. Student support / wellbeing Mulgrave highlights student wellbeing support, including access to diverse learning spaces such as the Squamish Outdoor Leadership and Education (SOLE) Centre. The school also notes social-emotional counsellors and curriculum focused on executive functioning and self-management skills. Outdoor education / camps Students in Grade 3 and above are described as enjoying overnight camps, including at the Squamish Outdoor Leadership and Education (SOLE) Centre. University and careers guidance Mulgrave states it has a dedicated University and Careers Counselling Department to guide students in course selection and post-secondary applications. Transportation Mulgrave states it offers school bus service covering the North Shore (Deep Cove to Horseshoe Bay) and through Vancouver’s downtown core. Extended day care The school states it offers fee-for-service after school care (to 4:30pm for PK3/PK4, and to 5:30 for Kindergarten–Grade 5), with before school care provided for Kindergarten–Grade 5 students on Tuesdays during a late start. Financial assistance / affordability Mulgrave offers needs-based financial assistance for new students entering Grades 7–11 (no merit-based scholarships) and bursary support for current families facing temporary financial difficulty. Applications are assessed through a third-party financial services provider.

School Culture and Expectations

Mulgrave’s stated values include personal integrity and respect for others, and a community grounded in humility, empathy, commitment, and inclusion. The school emphasizes curiosity, creativity, agility, and innovative thinking as foundations for lifelong learning. It also highlights global perspective and environmental/social responsibility, with sustainability and environmental justice described as central across the school. Mulgrave notes a focus on wellbeing and balance, framing “personal best” as something that should be enjoyable.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Mulgrave states it has a school bus service covering the North Shore (Deep Cove to Horseshoe Bay) and a bus service through Vancouver’s downtown core. The school also notes it has a carpool app for families to connect with one another. For campus visits, the school offers private tours with admissions staff and student-led ambassador tours (Friday mornings), and provides a virtual tour option. Mulgrave notes camera technology is employed to enhance safety and security on campus.

Enrollment

Families are directed to apply through Mulgrave’s online application portal using the “Apply Now” button in the admissions section. The admissions process includes submitting an online application (including an application fee), uploading required documents, and participating in interviews/assessments and (for some grades) student group visits. Mulgrave states its main intake years are Preschool (PK3/PK4), Kindergarten, Grade 7, and Grade 10, and that late applications for certain grades may be considered based on space availability; families are encouraged to contact admissions (admissions@mulgrave.com). The school states it does not work with agents or consultants and requires direct contact with families throughout the process.