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Start your journey at Kootenay River Secondary

Location: Creston (population 12,000)

Grades: 8 - 12

Students: 600 (20 international students)

Class Size: smaller class sizes and personalized attention, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Graduates: top universities include the University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, and University of Victoria

Curriculum

KRS has exciting classes that help students learn about the world and their own community. We follow international standards while celebrating what makes our area special. Students enjoy fun, hands-on activities, exciting projects, and outdoor adventures in our beautiful natural environment.

Curriculum

Our core curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation across essential academic disciplines.

Career Education
English
French
Math
PE
Science
Social Studies

Electives

In addition, students can explore a wide range of electives. Elective course fees are included in tuition costs.

Art
Automotive Technology
Band
Digital Media Design/Digital Media Production
Drama
Entrepreneurship and Marketing
Food Studies
Computer Information Systems
Mechanics
Metal Work
Photography
Robotics, ROV's & Drones
Woodworking

Clubs

Kootenay River Secondary School offers clubs throughout semester one (S1) and/or semester two (S2). One time annual travel fees for competitive clubs may apply:

Basketball ($200 fee - S1)
Badminton ($75 fee - S1)
Golf ($75 fee - S2)
Soccer ($200 fee - S1)
Swimming ($75 fee - S1)
Track and Field ($75 fee - S2)
Volleyball ($200 fee - S1)
Art Club (No fee S1/S2)
Weight Lifting (No fee S1/S2)
Craft Club (No fee S1/S2)
D&D Club (No fee S1/S2)

About Creston Valley

Nestled in Creston Valley, the school is within driving distance of major cities—8 hours from Vancouver and 6 hours from Calgary.

Creston Valley is known for its safe, diverse, and friendly atmosphere, offering healthcare facilities, public transportation, and an active lifestyle with community activities at the Creston District Community Complex and the Creston Valley Youth Network.

Creston is surrounded by three of the best ski hills in the kootenays. Whitewater Ski Hill is an eighty minute drive from Creston, Kimberly Ski Resort is a ninety minute drive from Creston and RED Mountain Ski Resort is a one hundred minute drive from Creston.

Transportation to and from school includes a public bus for students within 2.5 km and a school bus for longer distances.

Schools

The orientation process includes airport pick-up with a Welcome Package, in-person school orientation on day one, a two-hour virtual session covering health and safety in the first week, and monthly ambassador meetings offer ongoing support.