The SelfDesign Learning Community is among the largest distance/distributed learning schools and personalized learning programs in British Columbia, Canada. Completely funded by the BC Ministry of Education, SelfDesign enables learners to complete K-12 by exploring their interests and taking the lead in their own learning and life. With personalized guidance and ongoing support from BC-certified educators, learning unfolds at home and within local and online communities.
In accordance with SelfDesign’s approach to learning, we support the safety, acceptance, and inclusion of all learners in regard to ability, learning style, culture, gender identity and expression.
SelfDesign supports families in experiencing the freedom and joys of learning. K-9 learning allows the unique spirit of a child to evolve naturally, today and into the future. learn more…
SelfDesign can prepare you for college and university, immediate entrepreneurship, apprenticeship, and more. Create a high school program fitting your unique self. learn more…
If a learner’s unique learning style would benefit from additional “special education support,” SelfDesign can access additional funding to enhance their learning as required. learn more…
SelfDesign educators are a diverse group of over 150 BC-certified teachers who are passionate about life and learning. Each learner and family works with their own dedicated educator. learn more…
“SelfDesign supports our choices.”
“As I watch my young kids grow up, I think, how can I help them find what they want to do with themselves in the world?”
Sheila and her husband decided to enrol their son Dominic with SelfDesign in grade 1. They wanted to provide their children the opportunity to have the freedom to explore their learning interests and passions without the social pressures of traditional schooling.
Personalized learning offers every child a place in our future. BC’s Education Plan is clear: students must be at the centre of their learning. The plan calls for families to be more involved in education; for greater flexibility in what, when, and how someone learns; and for learning…
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