ABOUT ST. JOHN'S ACADEMY SHAWNIGAN LAKE

We are a close-knit, globally minded school where students are encouraged to work hard, get outside, try new things, and grow into confident, capable young people.

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At St. John’s Academy Shawnigan Lake, learning goes beyond the classroom. While we value strong academics, we believe education should be balanced, active, and connected to the real world. Our students are just as likely to be collaborating on a project, exploring the outdoors, or engaging in hands-on learning as they are to be sitting at a desk.

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Our setting on Vancouver Island shapes who we are. Surrounded by natural beauty, we take advantage of every opportunity to get students outside—building resilience, curiosity, and a sense of adventure along the way. Whether it’s through athletics, outdoor education, or experiential learning, we believe students learn best when they are fully engaged.

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Our community brings together local day students and international boarders, creating a diverse and welcoming environment where students learn from one another every day. Relationships matter here—students are known, supported, and encouraged to find their place, both inside and outside the classroom.

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We set clear expectations and support students in meeting them, helping them develop independence, responsibility, and confidence. Success looks different for every student, and we take pride in helping each one find their path.

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At our core, we believe in balance: challenging students to do their best, while also giving them the space to explore, connect, and enjoy their school experience.

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We are a school where students don’t just prepare for the future—they actively live, learn, and grow every day.