Crofton House School
- Why
- Those who prefer a girls' school · Those planning for the long term
- Because
- A long history · Girl-centred education · Ivy Compass
- Result
- Family unity · A lower school fee · Self-confidence
- Benefit
- Premium · CAD 1,960 above the median
- Cost
- CAD 35,300 (headline annual tuition) · about CAD 3,530 per school month
Why Crofton House School?
The school is a suitable option for families who plan to settle in Vancouver together with their daughter. Because it does not offer boarding and does not accept homestay, it is not suitable for families who want to send their child alone.
- Those who prefer a girls' school: Families looking for an environment designed around girls' development.
- Those planning for the long term: Families who want their child to have uninterrupted education at the same school for years. The school teaches from Junior Kindergarten to grade 12.
Reasons: the features that define Crofton House
- A long history: The school was founded in 1898 and has more than 125 years of experience in girls' education.
- Girl-centred education: With a research-based approach, it addresses the student's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development together. According to the school, its teachers are specialists in teaching girls and students are encouraged to express themselves.
- Ivy Compass: A program that covers personal development, leadership and active citizenship through real-life experiences. Students take on responsibility outside the classroom too.
- Campus facilities: The 10-acre campus has gymnasiums, science and design labs, and music and art studios. The school also offers sports, clubs, creative arts, technology and leadership programs.
- University guidance: Senior students receive university and career counselling, and the application process is planned together with the school.
- CAIS accreditation: As a member of CAIS and ISABC, the school undergoes independent external review.
Cost analysis: what one school year costs
Annual day tuition is CAD 35,300 for 2026-27, including the CAD 3,000 non-refundable deposit.
| Item | CAD | When |
|---|---|---|
| Annual tuition (includes CAD 3,000 non-refundable deposit) | 35,300 | listed with the annual fees |
| Independent School Grant Fee (applicability to be confirmed) | 5,000 | listed with the annual fees |
| New student entry fee | 5,000 | one-time |
| Application fee | 350 | one-time |
| English+ program fee (applicability to be confirmed) | 40,000 | one-time |
| Headline annual tuition | 35,300 | 2026-27 |
| One-time fees in the first year | 45,350 | added to the first year only |
The headline fee works out to about CAD 3,530 per school month over a 10-month year, before accommodation.
Applicability of the Independent School Grant Fee and the English+ fee must be confirmed with the school; the school states fees rise by at least 4% per year.
Fees were compiled in October 2026 and change every school year; confirm the amount with the school before applying.
How this fee compares
At CAD 35,300, this fee is CAD 1,960 above the median of CAD 33,340 among 5 CAIS schools, tuition only.
Outcome: what it means for the family
- Family unity: Because the student lives at home, family support continues through the teenage years. Parents can attend school meetings and events in person.
- A lower school fee: With no residence cost, the school bill is less than half that of boarding schools. On the other hand, the family's living costs in Vancouver are added.
- Self-confidence: The girls' school environment makes it easier for the student to take on leadership roles. In class and in clubs, all responsibilities are held by girls.
- Continuity: Staying at the same school from kindergarten to grade 12 reduces the adjustment problems caused by changing schools.
Benefit analysis: what the investment buys
The student works toward the BC Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood Diploma), taught and assessed by certified Canadian teachers.
Every lesson, club and team runs in English, which turns English into a working language rather than a school subject.
We arrange suitable accommodation and custodianship around the school’s requirements.
Fine Arts, Sports Academies and Leadership let the student build a profile beyond grades.
A Canadian transcript, teacher references and extracurricular record that Canadian and international universities review directly.
Cost–benefit at a glance
| Measure | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Annual investment | CAD 35,300 | Headline annual tuition, from the cost analysis above |
| Per school month | CAD 3,530 | Over a 10-month school year |
| Price position | +CAD 1,960 | vs. median CAD 33,340 · 5 CAIS schools, tuition only |
| Specialty programs | 3 | Fine Arts, Sports Academies and Leadership |
| Living arrangement | Arranged | Included in the cost analysis where the school publishes it |
| Language support | Immersion | No separate ESL program in our data; we confirm with the school |
| Value verdict | Premium |
CAD 1,960 above the median across 5 CAIS schools, tuition only. The higher price is worth it when the student will use what it pays for: Fine Arts and Sports Academies.
Who it suits and what to consider
- Cost: The 2026-27 fee is CAD 35,300, of which CAD 3,000 is a non-refundable deposit. The fee table also lists a CAD 5,000 New Student Entrance Fee due on acceptance of an offer, a separate CAD 5,000 Independent School Grant Fee charged when neither parent or guardian qualifies for the provincial grant, and a one-time CAD 40,000 English+ program fee for the five-year program. Which students these fees apply to, and the current amounts, should be confirmed with the school. The school states that fees rise by at least 4 percent each year.
We can go through your family's plan to settle in Vancouver and Crofton House's residency requirements together. You can arrange a free preliminary assessment meeting with Canadian Edu Centre.