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Learn more about our new Gryphons Golf Prep Program
Learn more about our new Gryphons Golf Prep Program
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Glenlyon Norfolk School works with a select group of qualified international student recruitment agents to support the application process for families applying to GNS from abroad.
We offer two distinctive boarding options designed to provide international and out-of-region students with a safe, supportive and academically focused environment that supports their personal growth. Families can select between our unparalleled Family Boarding Homestay, unique in Canada, or the vibrant community of Gryphon House Boarding.
The goal of the Gryphon Boarding program is to provide students from outside Victoria the opportunity to live like a local and learn like a global citizen at Vancouver Island’s only IB World Continuum School.
Located in one of Canada’s most desirable neighbourhoods, this stunning heritage mansion isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a home. At 14,000 square feet, Gryphon Manor offers an intimate “boutique” experience for just 15 students.
The GNS Family Boarding Homestay program is unique in Canada because students are all hosted by current parents or staff. This ensures they are provided with a safe and supportive English-speaking family environment that has strong connections to the school community.
GNS-Alumnus Kilian berichtet über seine Erfahrungen an der Schule, einschließlich der Kultur an der GNS, der akademischen Angebote, der außerschulischen Aktivitäten und des Gastfamilienprogramms. Kilian kommt ursprünglich aus Deutschland und studiert jetzt an der University of Victoria.
GNS is proud to introduce the Gryphons Golf Prep Program—a partnership between Glenlyon Norfolk School and the Golf Performance Project—the only high-performance initiative of its kind in BC, that uniquely integrates world-class athletic training from PGA professionals with the academic rigour of an IB World Continuum education to prepare athletes for university-level competition.
Contact Paul Leslie, Director of Enrolment Management, for information about agent contracts.
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Are you an agent planning a visit to Victoria? Our Admissions team would welcome the opportunity to connect with you. Please inform us of your travel dates to arrange a meeting or campus tour.
Additional costs:
English Acquisition (EA) is a specialized English language course for Grade 8 to 10 students whose first language is not English. Language learners typically develop proficiency in social English quite quickly, but need intensive study to develop sufficient levels of academic English, which has much more complex vocabulary and grammatical structures. The EA course prepares students for academic success. Developing students’ academic English supports progress within all subjects across the curriculum. For students younger than Grade 8, EA availability is determined upon application.
All boarding students are required to attend our Headstart program—a one-week orientation program that takes place the week before classes start in September and which introduces life at Glenlyon Norfolk School to new international students. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the school’s culture, the International Baccalaureate Programme and what to expect as the newest members of our unique and vibrant community.
The GNS Admissions team is travelling extensively over the coming year. Please review our travel schedule to book a meeting when we are in your region. This schedule will be updated frequently so please check back often to see the latest updates. To arrange a meeting and learn more about our school, please email [email protected].
| City/Country | Date | More Information |
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| Hong Kong | April 16 to 21, 2026 | Chad of Holtum, Head of School |
| Thailand | April 23 to 27, 2026 | Chad of Holtum, Head of School |
| City/Country | Date | More Information |
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| TBA | – | – |
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The Admissions Office is here to help! If you have questions about GNS or the application process, please email us at [email protected].
Applications are available in the summer one year prior to the intended year of entry at GNS and reviewed beginning in the fall.
There is no application deadline—we will continue to accept and review applications throughout the school year as space is available in the grade and Boarding program.
Applications to Grade 12 may be considered under certain circumstances—please contact the Admissions Office prior to starting your application to ensure we are able to accommodate your graduation requirements.
Families are encouraged to attend an Open House, arrange a school tour or get to know our campuses through a virtual info session at any point during the application process. Connect with the Admissions Office here to schedule a school tour or register for an event.
After completing the Application Inquiry form below, you will receive an email with instructions to create your myGNS login. Once you are logged into the myGNS portal, you will be able to access the application form. You will also be assigned a checklist to upload supporting documents (including a current applicant and family photo, proof of age/citizenship, report cards, and immunization records).
Included with your application form is a non-refundable application fee of $250 CDN, payable by credit card.
Once the application form and all required documents have been submitted, candidates will be invited to attend a Campus Visit. Campus Visits are unique to each candidate and may include:
For candidates who are unable to attend in-person, an online assessment and interview will be arranged with a member of our Admissions team.
If the applicant speaks English as a second language, they may be required to complete an English-language assessment. The applicant can provide an official IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo assessment result if the assessment was completed in the last two years.
Our efforts are directed toward creating a balanced class with a range of personalities, learning styles and abilities.
The Admissions Committee, which is comprised of members of the Academic and Admissions teams, will review the whole application and send a decision to the family typically within two weeks after the assessment date:
Congratulations! If you have received an offer of admission to GNS, you will need to complete the assigned Tuition and Enrolment Agreement form by the deadline indicated in your offer letter.
Included with this form is a non-refundable registration fee as per the GNS Fees & Financial Policies.
If you would like to discuss your offer, please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions office.
Complete the Application Inquiry form to begin the application process to our school.
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