BC Ministry Certified Since 2016
FISA Member
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Classes of 16
Your child learns science, math, writing, and art — through real-world themes. Instead of switching between disconnected subjects all day, everything connects.
That’s The Pear Tree Method.™ It’s how 74 themes across K–9 turn your child’s school day into something they actually remember — and something you can actually see working.
Most schools teach subjects in silos. Your child switches between disconnected classes all day — and nothing connects. At Pear Tree, your child works through two or three real-world themes at a time, and every subject connects through them.
Each theme weaves together multiple subjects — so science, math, writing, and art all build on the same real-world topic. Themes run in parallel across the term, and your child rotates between them throughout the week. Every lesson builds on the last. And at the end of each theme, they’ve produced something real — not just filled in worksheets.
Here’s what that actually looks like:
When Grade 2/3 students explored the Solar System, they visited the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. They tracked Moon phases using math. They researched planets and gave their first formal presentations. They designed a Mercury survival shelter using engineering principles. That’s science, math, English language arts, and engineering — woven through one theme. And while that theme was running, they were also working through other themes that covered additional subjects and skills.
We’ve developed 74 themes like this for K–9. Each one is mapped to BC curriculum standards. This isn’t a loose philosophy. It’s a method — built and refined over more than a decade.
Pear Tree School is certified by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care as a Group 3 Independent School (Certificate No. 3996918), currently authorized for Grades K–8.
All classroom teachers hold BC teaching certification. Our educational program is informed by BC curriculum learning standards — and then goes further. The Pear Tree Method doesn’t replace the curriculum. It delivers it through connected, theme-based learning that gives students more context, more practice, and more proof of what they’ve learned.
We’re also members of the Federation of Independent School Associations (FISA).
School Certificate No. 3996918.
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All classes are taught by master’s-qualified teachers in small groups of 16 or fewer students, providing highly personalized attention and tailored instruction to support each child’s unique learning journey.
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Students enjoy a holistic school experience with daily physical education, a healthy hot lunch program, and a meaningful balance of indoor and outdoor learning and play.
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Not two 20-minute recesses. A dedicated PE teacher runs a real program. Your child moves every single day.
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Our in-house chef, prepares fresh, balanced meals daily. No packed lunches unless you want to.
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Small enough that your child is known. Qualified enough that the teaching is rigorous. All classroom teachers are BC-certified.
A tour takes about an hour.
You'll walk through classrooms, meet teachers, and see student work on the walls — not in a brochure. Bring your questions. Bring your child. Bring your skepticism. We like that.
What parents say
“Our decision to change schools for Pear Tree was the best decision for his socio-emotional and intellectual development. Kids develop hands-on, creative, collaborative, and fun projects. I’ve seen my child flourish — thanks to the dedicated, experienced, and professional staff.”
“The teachers truly have a genuine passion for education and the children. I quickly saw a complete transformation in my son’s excitement to go to school, his engagement with theme-based learning, and his overall attitude towards learning.”
“The lessons are rich in content and adjusted for each child’s pace, making the program both inclusive and ambitious. The level of personalization with small-sized groups has proven very helpful in keeping him interested and engaged.”
“The project-based learning is helping him connect learning with real life skills. He has developed independence and responsibility which will help him in high school and later in life.”
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Applying takes 3 minutes. No documents needed. Or book a tour first — we’re happy to walk you through everything.
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Main Campus (West Broadway)
Suite 215 (and Suite 201)
2678 West Broadway
Vancouver, B.C. V6K 2G3
Yaletown Campus
1035 Cambie St
Vancouver, B.C. V6B 2E2
