Sprott肖College - Abbotsford College Campus

About Us

Robert James Sprott and William Henry Shaw, founders of Shaw Colleges, joined together in 1903 to build the first Sprott Shaw School in Vancouver, British Columbia. Four schools in Vancouver, one in Nanaimo, and one in Victoria were part of the development plans of WH Shaw and RJ Sprott. Sprott Shaw College in Victoria, British Columbia, was founded in 1913 by R.J. Sprott and James Beatty and has been in continuous operation ever since. The institution has weathered two world wars and the Great Depression, all of which have strengthened its foundation.

Sprott肖created programs expressly for the retraining of WWII military soldiers as part of its ongoing commitment to providing accommodating programs based on community needs. Morse code, radio broadcasting, and aviation were all included in the curriculum. A broadcast station was set up for the college during this period, with a signal that could be picked up from as far away as Hawaii. Famous broadcasters Jack Cullen and Ernie Rose, both of whom were alumni of the institution, manned the helm of the station.

This college’s contemporary campuses now educate approximately 2500 students a year. Small class numbers, skilled teachers, hands-on instruction, and a welcoming learning atmosphere for individuals of all ages are available at all of the sites. Sprott Shaw has earned a strong reputation over the last century based on the quality of its teaching and the impressive track record of its alumni in finding rewarding careers after their education.

Ernie Henderson, the founder of Henderson Colleges, bought Sprott Shaw in 1964 and owned it until his death in 1974. He was the only surviving owner. When Commander Robert N.G. (Bud) Smith bought the Victoria School, he remained in charge of it until 1988, when Terry Hackett took over the school. As a result, the institution has expanded to 16 sites in British Columbia since its inception.

Students may now pursue jobs in nursing, healthcare, business, administration, marketing, trades, design, hospitality, and more, thanks to the use of adult education philosophy in the curriculum. The college has always maintained a strong emphasis on preparing students for meaningful professions in high-growth areas during the previous century as an esteemed educational institution.

Sprott肖's contemporary campuses now educate approximately 2500 students a year. Small class numbers, skilled teachers, hands-on instruction, and a welcoming learning atmosphere for individuals of all ages are available at all of the sites. Sprott Shaw has earned a strong reputation over the last century based on the quality of its teaching and the impressive track record of its alumni in finding rewarding careers after their education.

In every situation, the objective of this college is to help their students get a job after graduation and open the door to further education.

Scholarships

The following scholarships and awards are administered and given by Sprott Shaw College on a competitive basis. On the Financial Options area of the college website, you may find information on several external third-party scholarships. A few of the third-party scholarships offered are the Anna Sprott Scholarship, the Passing It Forward Scholarship, the RJ Sprott Alumni Grant, and the Personal Growth and Fortitude Scholarship, to name a few.

Services & Facilities

The adequate class sizes at this college allow for more one-on-one instruction customized to each student's unique learning style. With the G2 system, kids may study with the aid of current technology and electronic books in an environmentally-friendly way.

Students may study, take lunch, or just unwind on this sophisticated campus, which offers more than just a classroom. For students, the freshly rebuilt space serves as a gathering spot for campus barbeques, potlucks, and socializing.

Graduates benefit from the assistance of employment services specialists, who work tirelessly to help them get jobs they like. To keep up with the college’s high standards, the staff considers this a top priority. Students and graduates may post their resumes on a campus-wide Job Board.

Accomodation

Suites in student housing starting from two bedrooms and 800 square feet and also include glass showers and soaking tubs. Additionally, guests get access to a fitness center and a lounge with a wide balcony, as well as weekly common area housekeeping and protected underground parking.

There are several options for homestay lodgings, and the institute's partners make every effort to match students with hosts who share their interests and preferences. Individuals, young couples with children and pets, and senior couples all host homestays. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults living in residence have had a criminal background check conducted.

Notable Alumni

Alumni of Sprott Shaw include Emily Carr, a world-renowned artist, and Bill Hughes of the Vancouver Canucks, a former CEO of the NHL team.