The Surrey School District offers several "Programs of Choice" that provide unique settings for students.

All options are compatible with the B.C. curriculum and lead towards Grade 12 graduation. There are no special fees and you do not need to live near the school, nor in the school district, to enroll.

Program	Grades	Description	Contact
Discovery Elementary	K - 7	Discovery is a small, close-knit community based on the principles of Adlerian psychology: cooperation, encourgement and a holistic learning process.	(604) 581-0611
Gifted Program	K - 12	The district's gifted education programs allow gifted and highly able students the opportunity to work with their intellectual peers.	(604) 596-9325
Heritage School	K - 7	East Kensington Heritage School is a small school featuring a family atmosphere in a rural setting. Instruction includes traditional approaches and co-operative learning.	(604) 541-1257
Integrated Studies  > district info sheet ( PDF)	8 - 9	Incorporates block scheduling, interdisciplinary curriculum and an enhanced sense of community among students and teachers.	Contact the school
Intensive Fine Arts   > district info sheet ( PDF)	K - 7	The Intensive Fine Arts Program integrates the four areas of the fine arts - visual, music, drama, and dance - into all curriculum areas.	(604) 590-2255
Inter-A   > district info sheet ( PDF)	7 - 12	Provides a context for consistent academics, the development of leadership and personal achievement skills, and work in cross-graded group environments.	(604) 588-6934
International Baccalaureate	11 - 12	The two year International Baccalaureate program provides students with an opportunity to earn university course credits leading to preferred admission to university programs.	(604) 536-2131
Languages	K - 12	For information on language courses, visit the Languages section of our website.
Montessori   > district info sheet ( PDF)	K - 7	The Montessori program uses an integrated approach to the basic requirements of the public school system. Students learn in multi-age groups, and usually spend three years with the same teacher.	Contact the school
PAPA: Program for Artists, Performers & Athletes	8 - 12	PAPA accommodates students who are in training programs for competition or performance. Athletes must be competing at a provincial or national level.	(604) 590-2255
Traditional Schools   > district info sheet ( PDF)	K - 8	The Traditional program emphasizes a structured approach to learning whereby students acquire skills and knowledge in a systematic and sequential manner.	Contact the school

If you cannot find the information you need, contact the district administration office at (604) 590-2255.

Programs and Services

Last Updated: November 27, 2009