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    BSP STEM

    by Bodwell Summer Programs

    BSP STEM combines English learning with science and technology projects, helping students strengthen communication and develop an innovative mindset.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    BSP STEM at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Students

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 13-17

    Location / Region

    North Vancouver, Canada

    Cost

    $4,750; $5,950; $7,150

    Duration

    2, 3 or 4 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    ScienceTechnology
    Accommodation: On-campus residences
    Meals: Three per day
    Certificate / Outcome: Completion certificate; report card
    English classes: 15 hours weekly, Monday-Friday
    Tutors / faculty: British Columbia certified teachers
    Pastoral support: 24-hour on-site counselor supervision
    Campus facilities: Pool; gymnasiums; library; auditorium

    BSP STEM summary

    BSP STEM is Bodwell's English-learning stream centered on science and technology. Projects and discussions connect subject curiosity with stronger communication.

    The wider camp experience combines interactive English teaching, teacher-led activities, supervised outings, and a multicultural community.

    It suits students who want to practice English through subjects they enjoy and are comfortable joining an active camp routine.

    What is BSP STEM?

    BSP STEM is a Bodwell Summer Programs stream that develops English through science and technology. Students explore these subjects through projects and discussions, with an emphasis on advanced communication and an innovative mindset.

    The program takes place at Bodwell High School, a boarding-school campus in North Vancouver. Its shared summer experience brings together English classes, teacher-led activities, supervised outings, and students from over 20 countries.

    Why Succeed highlights BSP STEM

    • Science and technology projects give English practice a clear subject focus.

    • Fifteen weekly hours of English classes create a substantial teaching commitment alongside activities.

    • British Columbia certified teachers bring formal teaching credentials, with many specializing in English as a second language.

    • On-site counselors and 24-hour supervision provide concrete support for the residential experience.

    • A completion certificate and report card give students a record of participation and progress.

    Who is BSP STEM for?

    Best for

    Students who want to improve English through science and technology while joining a structured, social camp experience.

    Not ideal if

    Your main goal is a narrowly specialized technical course or independent research; the academic positioning emphasizes English communication through STEM.

    Is BSP STEM worth it?

    BSP STEM offers a useful combination when improving English and exploring science and technology are equally important goals. Certified teaching, frequent opportunities to speak English, and supervised camp activities make the experience broader than classroom language practice alone.

    Its value depends on wanting that full camp experience and using the discussions and projects actively. Students seeking advanced technical specialization should compare the academic focus carefully, while families should budget for flights, the refundable damage deposit, and personal spending.

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    Cost and what is included

    $4,750; $5,950; $7,150; includes Residential accommodation, Three meals per day, 15 weekly hours of English classes, Activities, events, and outings, Airport transfers both ways and outing transportation, Medical insurance for the program duration, Custodianship letter, as applicable, Report card, completion certificate, and program T-shirt, Included $200 non-refundable registration fee.

    Accommodation

    On-campus residences

    Meals

    Three per day

    Supervision or safety information

    Counselors live on-site and provide 24-hour care and supervision. They supervise outings, with overnight supervision also included in the daily schedule.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2, 3 or 4 weeks; North Vancouver, Canada.

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    How much preparation does BSP STEM need?

    Effort level

    Moderate academic work within a busy camp routine.

    Best started

    Allow several weeks before the next application deadline, and longer for international travel or visa planning.

    Main challenge

    Using English consistently across classes, projects, and social activities.

    Typical preparation

    • Gather student, guardian, medical, and dietary information before completing registration.

    • Practice explaining a science or technology idea aloud in English.

    • Plan flight dates around the chosen session and review transfer arrangements with a parent or guardian.

    • Read the fee inclusions, cancellation terms, and residence rules together.

    Useful if

    You enjoy science and technology and want more confidence communicating in English.

    What do students do on BSP STEM?

    You use English to explore science and technology through projects and discussions. The shared camp routine adds teacher-led activities, supervised outings, and opportunities to communicate with students from other countries.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Attend morning English classes Monday through Friday.

    2. 2

      Explore science and technology through project work and discussions.

    3. 3

      Join teacher-led afternoon activities Monday through Thursday.

    4. 4

      Take part in counselor-supervised outings and evening team activities.

    5. 5

      Finish with a graduation ceremony, completion certificate, and report card.

    BSP STEM dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    31 May 2026

    Application and registration fee for the 2026 cycle.

    Reference date

    BSP STEM — 2 weeks, July

    12-25 July 2026

    Standard two-week session.

    Reference date

    BSP STEM — 3 weeks, July

    12 July-1 August 2026

    Standard three-week session.

    Reference date

    BSP STEM — 4 weeks

    12 July-8 August 2026

    Standard four-week session.

    Reference date

    BSP STEM — 3 weeks, July-August

    26 July-15 August 2026

    Standard three-week session.

    Reference date

    BSP STEM — 2 weeks, August

    2-15 August 2026

    Standard two-week session.

    Reference date

    Final fees due

    15 June 2026

    Final program-fee payment.

    Reference date

    Flight details due

    20 June 2026

    Travel-information form for the 2026 cycle.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students ages 13-17.

    • Choose STEM as the program stream during registration.

    How much does BSP STEM cost?

    Two-week program

    $4,750 — CAD; standard residential option.

    Funding or discounts

    • Three-week program: $5,950 — CAD; standard residential option.
    • Four-week program: $7,150 — CAD; standard residential option.
    • Damage deposit: $200 — CAD; refundable subject to damage, keys, and outstanding fees.
    • Credit card payment: 3.5% — Additional bank charge.

    What's included

    Residential accommodation, Three meals per day, 15 weekly hours of English classes, Activities, events, and outings, Airport transfers both ways and outing transportation, Medical insurance for the program duration, Custodianship letter, as applicable, Report card, completion certificate, and program T-shirt, Included $200 non-refundable registration fee

    How to apply to BSP STEM

    1. 1

      Use Bodwell's official BSP registration form.

    2. 2

      Enter the student's personal, contact, and citizenship information.

    3. 3

      Provide relevant medical conditions, medications, allergies, and food requirements.

    4. 4

      Complete guardian information and second-guardian details when custodianship requires them.

    5. 5

      Select a session length and choose STEM as the program stream.

    6. 6

      Keep typed responses within the form's character limits.

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    What does BSP STEM cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Science exploration

    Students explore science through English-language projects and discussions.

    Technology exploration

    Students discuss technology while developing communication skills and an innovative mindset.

    English communication

    Shared English classes develop grammar, reading, writing, and oral skills through interactive learning.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on BSP STEM?

    A typical day during the program.

    English classes

    Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-noon; 15 teaching hours weekly.

    Teacher led activities

    Monday-Thursday, 1:00-3:30 p.m.; two activities each afternoon.

    Outings and team time

    Counselors supervise outings and team activities; teen bedtime is 10:30 p.m.

    Extended outings

    Friday outings follow morning classes; Saturday and Sunday outings occupy most of the day.

    Who teaches on BSP STEM?

    English classes are taught by British Columbia certified teachers, many specializing in English as a second language. Teachers also lead afternoon activities, while on-site counselors supervise outings and residential routines.

    Where do students stay on BSP STEM?

    Residential plan

    • Campus residences: Students stay on Bodwell's boarding-school campus.
    • Daily meals: The residential fee includes three meals per day.
    • Pastoral support: On-site counselors provide 24-hour care, supervised outings, and overnight supervision.
    • Campus facilities: Facilities include two gymnasiums, cafeterias, an indoor pool, a library, and an auditorium.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day-program hours: Bodwell's day program runs Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and Friday, 9:00 a.m.-noon.
    • Day-program lunch: Lunch is included Monday-Thursday; accommodation, transportation, outings, and events are excluded.

    Boys' and girls' residences are separate, with meetings in supervised communal areas.

    What happens after BSP STEM?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive a Certificate of Completion.

    Take home a report card with a group photo.

    Develop confidence explaining science and technology ideas in English.

    Strengthen conversation, public speaking, and writing skills.

    Build interpersonal skills through a multicultural camp community.

    Where does BSP STEM take place?

    Bodwell High School is at 955 Harbourside Drive in North Vancouver, British Columbia, on a waterfront campus near parks and bike paths. Residential fees include airport transfers both ways and transportation to outings.

    The flight form requests arrival on the session start date and departure on its end date; flights outside the stated times or dates incur a $150 fee.

    BSP STEM FAQs

    Students explore science and technology through projects and discussions while developing English communication skills. The stream emphasizes advanced communication and an innovative mindset.

    Bodwell's summer schedule includes 15 hours of English classes each week, Monday through Friday. The sample morning class runs from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

    Classes are taught by British Columbia certified teachers, many of whom specialize in teaching English as a second language.

    Counselors live on-site and provide 24-hour care and supervision. They supervise outings, with overnight supervision also included in the daily schedule.

    The fee includes accommodation, three daily meals, English classes, activities, events, outings, medical insurance, and airport transfers both ways. Students also receive a report card, completion certificate, and program T-shirt.

    Bodwell describes a day program running Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to noon. It includes lunch Monday through Thursday and excludes accommodation, transportation, outings, and events.

    Students take part in a graduation ceremony and receive a completion certificate, a report card with a group photo, and souvenirs.

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    Sources & verification

    Source types reviewed

    • ABOUT - Bodwell Summer Programs
    • DETAILS - Bodwell Summer Programs
    • Elementor #12558 - Bodwell Summer Programs
    • ADMISSIONS - Bodwell Summer Programs
    • ADMISSIONS - Bodwell Summer Programs
    • PROGRAMS - Bodwell Summer Programs

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    What we verified (on 8 Oct 2026)

    • STEM stream identity checked

    • Age requirements reviewed

    • Session dates cross-checked

    • Application deadline verified

    • Fee inclusions reviewed

    • Residential supervision reviewed

    • Official registration destination checked

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