Grades 8 – 12
Grades 8 – 12
Academics at OCA
At Ocean Crest Academy, all courses meet BC Ministry of Education requirements and students work toward the Dogwood Diploma through our partner school. What sets OCA apart is how that curriculum comes alive — in the field, on the water, and in the mountains.
Each grade has a theme and developmental focus, building toward the Sea to Summit Capstone in Grade 12. Students move through a journey that deepens their academic understanding, outdoor skills, and leadership capacity year by year.
What Students Graduate With
Discovering Self, School & Place
In Grade 8, students step into a new learning adventure where nature becomes the classroom. They explore who they are as learners and build strong foundations in academics, outdoor safety, and teamwork. By the end of the year, students gain confidence in new environments and feel a strong sense of belonging to their school community and natural surroundings.
Core BC Curriculum
Outdoor & Experiential Learning
Mountain Program
Ocean Program
Building Skills & Community Connections
Grade 9 is about building competence and deeper relationships with peers, teachers, and the local community. Students develop their first conservation projects and experience more challenging expeditions. They finish Grade 9 with stronger problem-solving skills, a deeper connection to nature, and a readiness for leadership challenges ahead.
Core BC Curriculum
Outdoor & Experiential Learning
Mountain Program
Ocean Program
Navigating Identity & Future Pathways
In Grade 10, students begin to chart their own paths toward future careers and passions while strengthening their academic foundations and outdoor expertise. Parents will see their child develop greater independence, decision-making skills, and a sense of purpose.
Core BC Curriculum
Outdoor & Experiential Learning
Mountain Program
Ocean Program
Designing & Leading with Purpose
Grade 11 students step into leadership roles and start to shape their learning pathways. They take advanced courses and gain hands-on experience through apprenticeships and research projects. Parents will see their child grow into a confident leader with practical certifications that prepare them for future studies or careers.
Core BC Curriculum
Outdoor & Experiential Learning
Mountain Program
Ocean Program
Legacy & Stewardship
Grade 12 is the culminating year — students demonstrate mastery by blending academics, outdoor leadership, and service to their community and environment. Parents will witness their child step confidently into adulthood, with strong academics, outdoor certifications, and a lifelong sense of responsibility to the ocean, mountains, and community.
Core BC Curriculum
Outdoor & Experiential Learning
Sea to Summit Capstone
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