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Join the Kenneth Gordon Maplewood Community

At KGMS, we take great pride in our students and the vibrant community they help create. We welcome new families who share our commitment to inclusive and individualized education.

Many students join KGMS in the fall; however, as spaces become available, we continue to offer rolling admissions throughout the school year. If you believe our program is the right fit for your child, we encourage you to apply.

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Personalized education for neurodiverse learners in a supportive, empowering environment.

For over 50 years, Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School has supported bright students with learning differences by offering individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a caring, connected school community. Located in North Vancouver, we combine academics, arts, and the outdoors to help every learner grow

At KGMS, we provide education for students with neurodiverse learning profiles. We are a school for learners who believe their uniqueness should fuel their success. Our programs are intentionally designed around the needs of each student, helping them build confidence, independence, and the skills needed to achieve their goals.

Junior School

Where core skills meet social-emotional learning to support every child’s growth.

High School

High school programs that open doors to university, careers, and lifelong opportunities.

Middle School

Developing independence, resilience, and academic skills for the high school years ahead.

Student Services

Specialized support including Orton-Gillingham tutors, occupational and speech therapists, developmental specialists, and counsellors.

Real Stories. Real Students.

Get to know our students in their own words.

At KGMS, every learner has a story. These short videos highlight how creativity, confidence, connection, and care come together to help students thrive.

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Alumni Spotlight: Caden Elke Returns to KGMS to Reflect on His Journey as a Neurodiverse Learner

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Learning Beyond the Classroom: How Outdoor Education Empowers Neurodiverse Students at KGMS

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Inclusive Learning at KGMS: How to Choose the Right Headphones for Your Child

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Testimonials

Before Kenneth Gordon Maplewood, our son had written off school entirely and would not even attend. Aidan has gone from totally withdrawn to having a great group of friends, being on student council and doing anything to avoid missing a single day of school.

– KGMS Parent, Kristen U.

Sophie is thriving in this environment. She continues to connect with the staff and students and actually enjoys going to school. We couldn’t be any more proud of her, and as she feels more confident in a school environment, she feels more confident in all environments.

– KGMS Parent, Jennifer B.

We tried many different schooling situations – private school, homeschool and public school. The teachers and staff at Kenneth Gordon Maplewood really understand kids with learning challenges, and how to help them thrive. School stopped being such a struggle for the first time.

– KGMS Parent, Denise N.

After four years in a traditional school environment where [our daughter] did not always enjoy school, we found her coming home from her days at KGMS beaming.

– KGMS Parents, Rob & Sherri

We are grateful to be living, working and learning on the unceded traditional and ancestral lands of the Coast Salish territory of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) nations.