Post on 10-May-2023
VISION
WHY SOUTHRIDGE
A community where every spirit soars.
MISSIONSouthridge develops well-rounded students with the love of learning, integrity, character
and confidence to realize their full potential and make a difference in the world.
KNOWLEDGE
We place equal importance on academics and character.
goodness A lighthearted place of serious purpose
We balance a rigorous learning environment with opportunities for students to have fun, build school spirit and create lasting memories.
NO locks on lockersWe are a community of individuals who trust and respect one another.
A school where every student is knownWe strive to authentically know each and every one of our students.
A Close, Connected, CommunityWe are a community of aligned families committed to a set of common values and a shared purpose beyond ourselves.
A student-centred approach to teaching & learning
We support your child’s development as a creative, critical and independent thinker.
WHO WE AREA co-ed, non-denominational, K-12 independent day school, located in South Surrey, BC.
114 faculty and staff
grades1 32 classes of 18–20 students
kindergarten2 classes of 16 students
acres in South Surrey17
680students
teachers with either a Masters or PhD
Average number of years of teaching
experience throughout Southridge faculty
27 14.8
grades 4 72 classes of 22 students
grades 8 12 4 classes of 18 students
fields, including 1 turf field4
junior students320senior
students360 Junior and Senior School libraries
Junior and Senior School gymnasiums
Cafeteria
are known and understood by their teachers
are of strong moral character
possess the knowledge, skills and attitudes to make a difference in the world
our students
are experiential
are lively, engaging and fun
are brimming with energy, debate, laughter and dialogue
our class
rooms
Learn to take responsible risks in a safe environment
Utilize critical thinking and problem solving to gain understanding
OUR STUDENTS ARE encou�age�
TO...
through authentic experiencesAsk thoughtful
questions
Become active listenersActively reflect on their learning and character
Become collaborators and learn with others
Develop confidence as a result of self-expression
Discover that attitude is a key component to academic success
Become more curious inquisitive
Develop and innovation
creativity
K–12 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMWe are committed to providing opportunities for authentic, experiential learning across our curriculum. Our programs and culture foster the development of leadership, character and skills that enable our students to realize their full potential.
HOW WE TEACHWe take a student-centred approach to teaching and learning.
Uses the Senior School Education Program (SSEP), with a Harkness philosophy
Offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses
SENIOR SCHOOL (8–12)
Uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme to deliver course content
JUNIOR SCHOOL (K–7)
Southridge is the only school in Canada that has fully embraced and implemented the Harkness philosophy across our Senior School curriculum.
gain a greater understanding of why they are learning what they are learning, resulting in a
profound curiosity to investigate and learn new things, and a deeper understanding of the world.
STUDENTS IN A HARKNESS CLASSROOM
Harkness shifts the focus from
teaching students WHAT TO KNOW,
to teaching students
how to think.
Senior School classrooms are arranged around large Harkness tables, creating an environment of
collaboration, discussion and participation.
TECHNOLOGYAll students have access to our online learning management system to check for homework, join educational discussions, review lessons through teacher videos, submit assignments and connect with other students for collaborative learning.
SENIOR SCHOOL All students equipped with laptops or tablets.
Designated Mac computer lab for the multi-media program where students learn about creating video and print media.
JUNIOR SCHOOLDesignated computer lab equipped with 24 PC computers.
Rolling cart with 36 iPads used by Kindergarten and Grade 1 students.
Chromebooks used by Grade 2 and 3 students.
GRADES 5–12All students have laptops or tablets.
K–12 CLASSROOMSAll classrooms equipped with user-friendly SMARTBoards and Smart TV’s.
Physical/Life Sciences
Liberal Arts/Social Sciences
Engineering/Applied Science
Business/Commerce
Information & Media Studies
Direct–Entry Medicine/Nursing
Music/Fashion
Direct-Entry Law
Pre-Veterinary Studies
Kinesiology
Our graduates are consistently awarded substantial merit scholarships and are accepted to some of the most prestigious
universities, colleges and arts schools around the world.
WHERE WE GO
OUR GRADUATES ARE PURSUING CAREERS IN:
98% of our graduates enroll in a 4-year degree program
In 2017
90% of our graduates received offers from their universities of choice.
In the last five years, our grads have received more than $5.5 million in university scholarship offers.
Our Senior School students’ final course marks are equivalent to their provincial exam marks.
Our students know what we say they know.
WHERE WE TRAVELWe believe that a school trip can be a defining moment in a young person’s life. We seek to provide such moments that offer enriched learning, service, and experiential opportunities.
EXAMPLES OF OTHER SCHOOL TRIPS OUR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS HAVE ENJOYED INCLUDE:Cuba
Peru
Italy
Barcelona
France
UK
California
Florida
OUR MAJOR
PARTNERS INCLUDE: Semiahmoo House Society, Surrey Urban Mission, God’s Little Acre, Options, WE Kinvig, Surrey Parks & Recreation, The Residence at Morgan Crossing,
Project Backpack and Sources Food Bank
LOCALANNUAL OVERSEAS SERVICE
TRIPS TO COUNTRIES INCLUDING: Guatemala, Cambodia, Uganda,
Kenya, Costa Rica, India and Ecuador
SERVICE highlights
GRADES 4 & 5 Outdoor camp at Camp Elphinstone
GRADE 6 Camp Qwanoes, Adventure Program
GRADE 7 Camp Summit Outdoor Camp
GRADES 8 & 9 Strathcona Park Lodge
SENIOR SCHOOL Fall Canoe Trip to Quadra IslandMountain Biking in North VancouverSturgeon Fishing on the Fraser River
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
THE ARTSAt Southridge, arts education involves all four processes of the experiential learning cycle. Almost all learning in the arts involves a concrete, hands-on experience.
JUNIOR SCHOOL
SENIOR SCHOOL
MEDIA ARTS
GRADES 6 – 7 use of concert band instruments
Provides groundwork for life-long involvement in, and appreciation of, music
Develop students’ creative abilities to ex�ress themselves through visual media
Art appreciation through exposure to art of various styles, historical periods and cultures
Concert band in Grades 8-12
4Jazz Bands
Foster an appreciation of a wide variety of art forms
Vocal co-curricular program
Strives to enrich student’s understanding of the
power of creativity
Annual concerts, school shows, festival performances, and local and international tours
External exhibitions, local field trips and international arts tours
Study historical and contemporary arts; learn how to use processes and techniques to communicate, collaborate, and interpret experiences in the world
Students are taught skills and approaches
to overcome uncertainties and boost confidence
Drama classes in Grades 8-12
Access to professional-grade equipment
A balance ofart &
technology; students work with a variety of mediums
enter local and provincial competitions and festivals learn from industry professionals participate in international arts tours
Opportunities:
PERFORMING ARTS
MUSIC
VISUAL ARTS
Explore, create, ex�ress &
communicate
thoughts, images & feelings through music
Major annual school musical production
Annual school drama production
ATHLETICSParticipation in athletics helps students develop an appreciation for the importance of life-long physical activity and well-being.
JUNIOR SCHOOL PROGRAM SENIOR SCHOOL PROGRAM
skill development, teamwork, character building and an appreciation and desire for life-long fitness. Sports
teams begin in Grade 3.
building skills in a variety of sports, physical fitness development and nutrition. Grades 8-12, all
students encouraged to participate in at least one athletic activity in at least two of the three terms.
SPORTS TEAMS
Junior and Senior Girls Basketball
Junior and Senior Girls Soccer
Junior and Senior Girls Field Hockey
Junior and Senior Girls Volleyball
Junior and Senior Boys Basketball
Junior and Senior Boys Soccer
Senior Boys Rugby
Swimming
Tennis
Golf
Track & Field
WHY WE EXISTOur founding families envisioned a school that would inspire, challenge and nurture students and prepare them to become leaders in the global community. Southridge opens
with 181 students
1995
First class graduates Grade 12
1999
Seven acres adjacent to school purchased
2002
New addition to Senior School completed
2010
New Senior School opens; enrolment
grows to 431
1998
New Junior School opens; enrolment
grows to 590
2000
Final class of students added; student
population reaches maximum capacity of
680 students
2003
Development of a long term vision for the
future of our campus completed – the
Campus Master Plan
2014
Southridge’s greatest strength is its sense of community. Even after graduating it makes you feel like you will always belong.
SOUTHRIDGE Alumni
What I remember most is the strong feeling of community between the students, faculty and the administration – everyone trusted one another. I always felt at home at Southridge.
As students, we worked really hard at our academics, but the academics were balanced with the ‘extra stuff’ like the camping trips, ski retreats, water fights, the Country Fair…school was so much more than just sitting in class.
I didn’t realize until after I left, but having no locks on lockers profoundly changed the way I felt about the world.
WORDS FROM OUR
Timeline
It is a place where students journey in their growth academically and personally, exploring, embracing, and sharing their own unique qualities and gifts. It is a place
of personal fulfillment and contribution to the greater good. It is a place where youth actively make an intentional positive difference in the world.
SOUTHRIDGE IS A PLACE OF SIGNIFICANCE.