Programs
SAIL’s Core Programs
Surrey Academy of Innovative Learning (SAIL) is a blended interdisciplinary school where students learn through inquiry and project based learning using a variety of digital tools. In a changing world, students need to be independent learners, critical thinkers, collaborators, innovators & contributors. SAIL students embrace an innovator mind-set.
All instruction is fully accredited by the BC Ministry of Education and offers an enriched and flexible educational program.
STEAM K-7 Academy
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics for Elementary Students
SAIL Academy’s Elementary STEAM program welcomes learners who appreciate hands-on, interdisciplinary curriculum experiences combined with flexible hours and pacing that allows time to explore and access learning through a variety of digital platforms, and to connect to the community in powerful, unique ways.
STEAM Academy
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Mathematics
SAIL’s STEAM Program explores the STEM curriculum through the lens of the arts and design. Students develop a designer and maker mindset through a MakerSpace – a creative synergy of tools and projects at all levels of expertise. Through inquiry and project based learning, in an interdisciplinary program, students explore real world topics that foster independent learning and critical thought.
STEAMX ACCELERATED Academy
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Accelerated
SAIL Academy’s STEAM ACCELERATED program offers a special focus on creating, inventing, and learning through a Makerspace – a creative synergy. Students explore real world topics of interest that foster independent learning and critical thought and community engagement.
COMPASS
At SAIL, we call our full-time online school our “COMPASS Program”. In this program, SAIL becomes your official school of record for the BC Ministry of Eduction. You can take one course or a full load. You choose your course load and set your own pace for graduation or course upgrading. Our Compass Program embraces the idea that every learner is unique and learns in their own way. As a learner you will explore your passions and develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills to help you prepare for success in our ever-changing local and global workplace.
SAIL Online
SAIL’s “Cross Enrolled” online learning allows students to remain registered in their home school (must be a school in BC) an opportunity to also take an online course(s) with us. SAIL offers over 70 fully accredited BC Ministry of Education online courses at the Grade 8 – 12 level.
SAIL Online Springboard
SAIL’s SPRINGBOARD summer session allows students to continue on into July to meet the deadlines for our August report card. Students have the convenience and flexibility to combine their spring/summer learning with other activities. All coursework must be completed by the July work submission deadline in order to receive a final grade on the August report card… there are NO EXTENSIONS. Please note that our courses are not remedial or shortened for this report card.