The Richmond School District was established in 1906 and is the 5th largest school district in the province of British Columbia. Richmond students consistently exhibit excellent levels of achievement, demonstrate through high graduation rates, scholarships, and university acceptance rates.The Richmond International Education offers international students of all ages a wide variety of challenging and exciting study options throughout the year:BC Graduation Study – multiple yearsSingle Year Study– 10 monthsSingle Semester Study – 5 months Short Term School Experience ProgramElementary School Year ProgramCustomized Group ProgramsTeacher Training and Education Professionals ProgramsSummer CampsThe Richmond School District has extensive experience in supporting students that are English Language Learners (ELL). Across Canada, Richmond is considered the leading school district in the development of ELL curriculum and assessment. International students in Richmond have been very successful in obtaining English fluency while at the same time, completing their secondary schooling with excellent grades.International students benefit from the extensive and diverse range of course options available to them in Richmond. In addition to core curricular academic courses – English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies– international students can also choose from a variety of elective courses including: Modern Languages, Physical Education, Technology, Information Technology, Visual and Performing Arts, Music, Recording Studio Technology, Desktop Publishing, and Computer-Aided Design & Drafting (CADD).Specialty programs provide international students with opportunities for advanced enrichment. In Richmond, international students can participate in the following specialty programs: International Baccalaureate (IB) Senior Years Program (IB-SYP); International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB-SYP); Advanced Placement (AP) in the Sciences, Mathematics, Modern Languages, English, and Theatre Arts. There are also a number of other unique course options available to international students in Richmond schools: Engineering; Fashion Design; Tourism and Hospitality; Environmental Biology; Computer Animation; Music Composition; Chef Training; and various Apprenticeship Programs.
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