Our school welcomes all children, including those with widely varying challenges. We offer complete amenities such as a science lab, a home economics room, a library, gymnasiums, classrooms with computers, Smartboards and multimedia stations.

Why You’ll Love It Here

GHLA offers a unique, supportive learning environment where every child is valued and empowered to learn with confidence and curiosity.

Classes average 10 to 12 students, ensuring personalized attention. Teachers and students are supported by a dedicated therapy team that includes occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech-language pathologists and counsellors.

Educators receive professional development days, ERASE (Expect Respect & a Safe Education) training and NVCI training, which is implemented across the school.

We Value Inclusion

At Greater Heights, we believe in fostering an inclusive educational environment where neurodiverse children thrive.

Our philosophy centres on celebrating each child’s unique strengths, providing personalized support, nurturing a community that embraces diversity and enabling every student to reach their full potential.

What Makes Us Unique

We support neurodiverse students and are dedicated to emotional safety, competence and unlocking potential through a team approach. As each child is unique, our programs are tailored to individual development, guided by ongoing evaluation and individualized education plans.

Our Mediated Learning Experience philosophy fosters independent learning and social skills through our programs and in-house specialists, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, a physical therapist, vision support and psychologists.

We also offer adapted and modified curricula, including Dogwood and Evergreen graduation pathways.

Discover Our School Community

We pride ourselves on a warm, family-like atmosphere where every student feels supported. Here’s what you can expect:

Small classes of 10–12 students
Strong in-class support from SEA staff (individual, shared or group)
A collaborative team approach and high staff-to-student ratio
Enriching experiences, including theatre workshops, field trips and interactive events
No after-school activities, as students travel from communities throughout the region

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Convenient Coquitlam Living

Our school is located in Coquitlam at the foot of Simon Fraser University, easily accessible by SkyTrain and local bus routes.

Coquitlam offers the best of all worlds. It is close to mountains and ocean for outdoor adventures, while providing vibrant urban amenities, including shopping centres, recreation facilities and community programs. Plus, downtown Vancouver is just 45 minutes away.

Salary and Benefits