Who should apply to prince of wales mini school?

Students who are:

  • currently living within the boundaries of the Vancouver School Board;

  • genuinely interested in what PW Mini has to offer (i.e., not just a parent telling the student to apply!);

  • needing greater academic challenges in school;

  • interested in opportunities to go deeper into the curriculum;

  • interested in developing their leadership skills over the full five (5) years in the program;

  • willing to play a positive, contributing role in a smaller school community;

  • interested in building relationships with others by participating in school trips and social events;

  • capable of some self-directed learning (without teacher or parent supervision);

  • interested in volunteering in their community; and

  • interested in developing as well-rounded individuals beyond solely academics (finding a balance of academic, athletic, artistic, and social pursuits).