VISII is an independent, inquiry-based middle school for grades 5–8 in Victoria, BC — where curious kids chase real questions in one of the most intimate, attentive learning communities on the Island.
Grades 5–8 · 1309 Hillside Avenue, Victoria · pronounced “vee-sigh”
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Hear from our learners and educators about the VISII experience.
5–8
Grades served
Est. 2020
Founded by parents & educators
Inquiry
Built on an inquiry-based learning model
Bursaries
Available for families in need
Why VISII
We built VISII to be the kind of school that lets real questions lead, knows every learner by name, and treats the world beyond its walls as part of the classroom.
Learners help steer their own path — real projects and questions, not a standardized curriculum.
Learning starts with a genuine question. Our educators teach across subjects rather than in silos, so a single inquiry can weave together science, history, writing, and art the way the real world does.
01One of the most intimate learning groups in Victoria — every teacher knows every child.
A high teacher-to-student ratio means your child is never a number. From maker spaces to quiet rooms, the day flexes to how each learner works best, with the individual support they need to thrive.
02A biweekly outdoor program, field trips, and community guest speakers all year.
We learn beyond the classroom walls — on the land, in the community, and alongside people doing real work. Curiosity becomes capability when it meets the world outside.
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Our mark is a fern, mid-unfurl — the shape of a question becoming an answer.
The inquiry approach
Our educators take a multidisciplinary, multimodal approach. Rather than teaching subjects in silos or limiting kids by grade level, we follow genuine questions wherever they lead — through science, history, writing, art, and out into the world.
“The inquiry model has been a game changer for our family.”
From our families
More engagement, more confidence, a child who actually looks forward to school each day…
Seeing our daughter go from dreading school each day in the public system, to absolutely loving it at VISII, has been a gift. She's found her place and her people, and we couldn't be more grateful.
The educators have worked so hard to build an inclusive learning community, and our son is engaged with his learning in new and exciting ways. The inquiry model has been a game changer.
Since my son started attending VISII, he needs fewer breaks, and has found more passion and focus. I don't know where we would be today without this amazing school.
Seeing my child flourish in the inquiry-based system has been one of the greatest scholastic joys so far. They've become a balanced critical thinker during what is typically the hardest age.
We feel very fortunate. He has been thriving in the inquiry learning model, is inspired by his teachers, and has found his social community.
Admissions
It starts with a short application — once we receive it, we'll be in touch to arrange a meeting and a visit.
Have questions about the program, the transition to high school, or whether VISII is the right fit? We'd love to talk it through with you.
Get in touchThe first step is our short online application. Our education team reviews every one and reaches out to families who look like a fit. Bursaries are available for those facing financial barriers.
Apply nowOnce we've connected, we'll arrange for your child to spend a trial day with us — the best way to know if VISII is the right fit, for them and for you.
Plan your visitCost shouldn’t be a barrier to the right fit. Bursaries are available for families facing financial barriers.
It starts with a short application. Once we receive it, we’ll be in touch to arrange a meeting and a visit.