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Since a humble beginning in 1991...

 

Bodwell has worked hard to build a quality, culturally diverse environment for its students to thrive in a global context. With the help of its community, partners, and staff, Bodwell has today become a leader in international education in Vancouver, Canada. 

 

Graduates join a community that is global, engaged, and motivated, with alumni that have proven success in their fields. 

 

Our Mission...

 

is to provide a culturally-diverse environment for students from around the globe, enabling them to become active learners and well-rounded citizens who contribute positively to the world. Our school will deliver high academic standards, and nurture students and graduates into citizens of good character.

 

The history of Bodwell

 

Celebrating our 30th anniversary, the school created a video depicting the history of the school, from a humble beginning with 6 students, to the globally recognized success of the school today.

 

The Bodwell Timeline

 
 
1992 - Bodwell is Founded
Bodwell College starts with its first class of 6 students in an office building near the core of Vancouver city
1998 - Continuing expansion
Bodwell College is renamed as Bodwell High School, now one of four schools under the Bodwell name
2003 - A new home
Forced to move from its rented campus, Bodwell moves to a new location, with a custom-built campus on waterfront property.
2005 - Declaring our mission
Bodwell declares its mission, "Strength in Diversity" as the school continues its expansion within its new home.
2007 - Athletic Success
Bodwell's student athletes win several first-place finishes in their leagues, including the Swim, Basketball, and Volleyball teams
2009 - 2012 - Service Trips
Bodwell students and staff undertake four service trips to various areas around the world, volunteering while connecting with locals in Kenya
2012 - West Wing
The Bodwell campus expands with the addition of a west wing and full cafeteria. Bodwell students begin to take active volunteering roles within the local community.
2017 - East Wing
Bodwell expands with its East Tower addition, with officials and consulate representatives from the city and province joining in celebration in a commemorative ceremony.
2021 - Our 30th Anniversary
Bodwell celebrates its 30th year with several initiatives, including the installation of a commemorative history wall on campus.
Today
Bodwell's community is thriving and continues to welcome new students from all around the world.
1991 - Bodwell is Founded
Bodwell College starts with its first class of 6 students in an office building near the core of Vancouver city
1998 - Continuing expansion
Bodwell College is renamed as Bodwell High School, now one of four schools under the Bodwell name
2003 - A new home
Forced to move from its rented campus, Bodwell moves to a new location, with a custom-built campus on waterfront property.
2005 - Declaring our mission
Bodwell declares its mission, "Strength in Diversity" as the school continues its expansion within its new home.
2007 - Athletic Success
Bodwell's student athletes win several first-place finishes in their leagues, including the Swim, Basketball, and Volleyball teams
2009 - 2012 - Service Trips
Bodwell students and staff undertake four service trips to various areas around the world, volunteering while connecting with locals in Kenya
2012 - West Wing
The Bodwell campus expands with the addition of a west wing and full cafeteria. Bodwell students begin to take active volunteering roles within the local community.
2017 - East Wing
Bodwell expands with its East Tower addition, with officials and consulate representatives from the city and province joining in celebration in a commemorative ceremony.
2021 - Our 30th Anniversary
Bodwell celebrates its 30th year with several initiatives, including the installation of a commemorative history wall on campus.
Today
Bodwell's community is thriving and continues to welcome new students from all around the world.
1992 - Bodwell is Founded
Bodwell College starts with its first class of 6 students in an office building near the core of Vancouver city
1998 - Continuing expansion
Bodwell College is renamed as Bodwell High School, now one of four schools under the Bodwell name
2003 - A new home
Forced to move from its rented campus, Bodwell moves to a new location, with a custom-built campus on waterfront property.
2005 - Declaring our mission
Bodwell declares its mission, "Strength in Diversity" as the school continues its expansion within its new home.
2007 - Athletic Success
Bodwell's student athletes win several first-place finishes in their leagues, including the Swim, Basketball, and Volleyball teams
2009 - 2012 - Service Trips
Bodwell students and staff undertake four service trips to various areas around the world, volunteering while connecting with locals in Kenya
2012 - West Wing
The Bodwell campus expands with the addition of a west wing and full cafeteria. Bodwell students begin to take active volunteering roles within the local community.
2017 - East Wing
Bodwell expands with its East Tower addition, with officials and consulate representatives from the city and province joining in celebration in a commemorative ceremony.
2021 - Our 30th Anniversary
Bodwell celebrates its 30th year with several initiatives, including the installation of a commemorative history wall on campus.
Today
Bodwell's community is thriving and continues to welcome new students from all around the world.
 

Our Leadership

Paul Yuen
Co-Founder and President

Cathy Lee
Co-Founder and Director, School Development

Stephen Goobie
Principal

Housam Hallis

Vice Principal