1. Albert College
Location and Overview: Canada’s oldest co-educational boarding and day school. Almost 160 years of experience and excellence in education. Provides an enriched and engaging curriculum from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Admission Requirements:
Application
2 Years past report cards
Teachers Evaluation
English Proficiency Test (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo)
Personal interview
Fees: ~$81,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Average class size of approximately 14 students
Albert’s 5 A’s: Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, and Adventure
Albert College exceeds the standards set by the Ontario Curriculum at every grade level

2. Appleby College
Location and Overview: Located on a picturesque 60-acre lakefront campus in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, 30 minutes west of Toronto. A university preparatory, day/boarding school for students in Grades 7-12. Offers more than 100 clubs, sports teams, art and service programs after school every day.
Admission Requirements:
Past two years school transcripts
One confidential school report
One of TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo tests if the applicant is not a native English speaker
Fees: ~$90,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
The Appleby Leadership Pathway for Middle School, Upper School, and Senior School: SPEAK leaders, Senior One (Grade 11) Homeform Leaders, Peer Counsellors, CAIS Leadership Conference, Thrive Workshop, Round Square Conferences and Exchanges, over 125 formal leadership roles including Prefect, House Council, Chapel Wardens, Argus Editors, Co-curriculars, Leadership Clubs, Grad Class, DEI Council Co-Heads
Outdoor Education: Beginning in Middle One (Grade 7), vital life skills are developed
Athletics and Arts Programs in all seasons

3. Ashbury College
Location and Overview: Located in Canada’s capital city, Ottawa, Ashbury College offers rigorous academic preparation for university with an average class size of 17, focusing on responsible citizenship and service.
Admission Requirements:
Online Application
Interview
Exam
School Reports
Reference
Written Essay
Fees: ~$85,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Ashbury College is regarded as one of the top high schools in Canada.
100% University placement, 85% gain entry to their first choice
Average class size of 17
Focus on responsible citizenship and service

4. Athol Murray College of Notre Dame
Location and Overview: A private high school (Grades 9-12) in Wilcox, Saskatchewan, Canada, with over 100 years of history and success. Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, often referred to as Notre Dame College or simply Notre Dame, is a prestigious co-educational boarding school.
Admission Requirements:
Duolingo English Test
Zoom Call with Admissions
Submission of all required forms/documents
Fees: ~$60,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Recent graduates have attended prestigious universities like Yale, Brown, Cornell, Dartmouth, Princeton, Notre Dame, Queen’s, University of Toronto, UBC, McGill, etc.
80% of students are on the Honor Roll
Alumni include 8 Order of Canada winners, doctors, politicians, CEOs, businessmen and women, scholars, award-winning actors and directors, athletes, multiple Olympic gold, silver, and bronze medalists, and over 200 hockey alumni signed or drafted by NHL teams

5. Balmoral Hall School
Location and Overview: Balmoral Hall School is a nondenominational independent day and boarding school for girls, educating students from Junior Nursery to Grade 12. The school’s mission is to inspire girls’ imagination and the courage to excel, reach, lead, and care.
Admission Requirements:
Student interview with the Executive Director and Principal
The last 2 years of report cards
Fees: ~$75,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE) certificate program
Co-curricular modules in drone flight training
Robotics
Live audio engineering
Lighting design

6. Havergal College
Location and Overview: Havergal College offers a rigorous curriculum centered on academics and wellbeing within an inclusive and welcoming community, allowing students to explore new experiences in STEM, arts, music, sports, volunteerism, exchange programs, leadership, and more.
Admission Requirements:
Academic assessment
Zoom interview (or in person if student is in Toronto)
Written application
Fees: ~$75,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Academics: Teacher support, learning support strategist, knowledgeable university specialists, approachable guidance counsellors, AP Capstone option, Liberal Arts, HC-X: Havergal’s innovation hub that supports and promotes contemporary learning experiences.
Extracurricular: 70+ Sport Teams, 35+ clubs, international exchange programs, local and international volunteer opportunities, frequent collaboration with neighboring all-boys and all-girls schools, leadership roles within the school.
Facilities: 22 acres, 6 tennis courts, 3 gyms, 3 outdoor fields, Olympic-sized swimming pool, mini outdoor amphitheater, rock-climbing wall, two campuses (Jr and Sr).

7. Lakefield College School
Location and Overview:
70% Canadian/30% International students from 40+ countries
315-acre lakeside campuses with 12 residential houses
Academics for Grades 9-12
Balanced liberal arts curriculum
Admission Requirements:
Completed application
3 years of Report Cards
Interview
English Proficiency Test
Teacher Recommendation
Student Essay
Fees: ~$75,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Student/staff ratio: 7:1, Average class size: 15
$2.3M in annual tuition assistance awarded to one in three students
100% of students accepted to top universities in Canada and worldwide
Top University Destinations: Graduates attend prestigious universities globally
Leadership and International Affairs: Leadership programs and Round Square Conference membership
Student exchange programs, global service trips, and Duke of Edinburgh Awards

8. Pickering College
Location and Overview:
Co-educational day and boarding school with 450 students
Located 40 minutes north of Toronto in a safe and respectful community
Small class sizes for individualized attention
Welcoming students from more than 65 countries
Admission Requirements:
Completed application
3 years of Report Cards
Interview
English Proficiency Test
Teacher Recommendation
Student Essay
Fees: ~$75,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Canada’s only Quaker-founded school with a history dating back to 1842
Co-educational learning environment
Reggio-inspired JK to Grade 3 education
Global Leadership Program inspires students to promote courageous, ethical, and positive change
International boarding students learn alongside local Canadian students

9. Ridley College
Location and Overview:
First Visible Wellbeing Foundational School in North America
Founded in 1889
Located on over 90 acres in St. Catharines, Ontario
Approximately 350 boarders from over 50 countries
One of the largest boarding programs in Canada
One of the country’s oldest boarding schools
Admission Requirements:
Online application
Student’s essay
Proof of identity: Passport, Permanent Residency card, birth certificate, or equivalent
Current academic year progress reports (2022-23, when available)
Report card from the last school year (2021-22)
Report card from two years ago (2020-21)
Recommendation form to be completed and submitted by the current principal, guidance counselor, or teacher
English as an Additional Language assessment form to be completed and submitted by the current English teacher
Admission interview
Fees: ~$85,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Extracurricular Program: Diverse program with over 75 arts, athletics, leadership, and community service groups; competitive sports teams including Hockey, Basketball, Rowing, and Soccer; non-athletic activities such as VEX Robotics and biannual dramatic performances.
Guidance Department: Supports students from Grade 8 through Grade 12; offers personalized college counseling; graduates matriculate to prestigious schools worldwide.
Boarding Program: Largest boarding program in Ontario; junior boarding available starting from Grade 5 (age 10).

10. Rothesay Netherwood School
Location and Overview: Rothesay Netherwood School (RNS) is a co-ed boarding and day school for Grades 6 to 12, located in a beautiful, safe community on Canada’s East Coast. RNS provides an international community filled with diverse cultures, languages, and traditions. Students learn the importance of good communication, independence, respect, and leadership in a friendly, welcoming, and nurturing environment. RNS graduates are confident, compassionate leaders with a global perspective and a determination to make a difference in the world.
Admission Requirements:
Completed application and applicant questionnaire (to be done by the student)
The last two years’ final school report and the most current report card
Copy of the applicant’s passport and both parents’ passports
Completed confidential teacher recommendation form
Student interview
Fees: International Boarding Grades 6-10: $70,010 CAD, Grades 11-12: $70,830 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
RNS graduates have a 100% acceptance rate to universities worldwide, thanks to rigorous academics and an exceptional co-curricular program.
Unique Advisor Program ensures all students thrive emotionally and socially, with support from dedicated, caring adults at every step.

11. Shawnigan Lake School
Location and Overview: Shawnigan Lake School is located on Vancouver Island and welcomes students from Grade 8 to Grade 12. It is a co-ed boarding school with 90% of the total student population living on campus 7 days a week. The exceptional boarding program, strong academics, and outstanding extra-curricular programs offer unforgettable experiences and prepare students for life beyond Shawnigan.
Admission Requirements:
Online application
Report cards
Teacher recommendation form
Fees: ~$92,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
University Guidance with SAT prep courses and examination
22 AP courses
English Language Centre
Observatory with Astronomy club
Spectacular campus including a lake and boathouse
Seven sports fields including special soccer and field hockey turfs
Film & video production and digital arts
Harry Potter boarding experience

12. St. Andrew’s College
Location and Overview: We welcome boys from around the world with strong academic backgrounds who also want to become active members of our community. SAC’s academic program is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular activities designed to develop ‘the complete man, the well-rounded citizen.’ All students participate in our extensive athletic program (74 teams across 21 sports) and the 118-year-old Cadet Corps. Many of our students also choose to participate in SAC’s internationally acclaimed arts, drama, and music programs and are active in photography, broadcasting, robotics, community outreach, leadership, and more.
Admission Requirements:
Entrance Exam (CAT & SSAT)
Candidate Statement Form
Previous two years of final June report cards
Current year report cards (when available)
A sampling of certificates and awards
Student photo
Confidential School Recommendation Form
Interview: In-person or Zoom
Fees: ~$90,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Graduates gain entry to top universities in Canada, the U.S., and abroad
Offers an exceptional Arts/Co-curricular Plus (ACPlus) program that engages students in a range of 40 diverse activities throughout the year
Teachers at St. Andrew’s design their courses to reflect both the Ministry of Education’s curriculum and a belief in collaborative environments, critical thinking, and fostering a growth mindset

13. St. George’s School
Location and Overview: St. George’s School is located in Vancouver on Canada’s west coast, surrounded by a spectacular natural environment and is among Canada’s safest and most multicultural cities. The school offers a diverse curriculum, including 100+ courses, 24 AP subjects, 50+ clubs, and 35+ sport options.
Admission Requirements:
Online application form
Past two years’ final report cards
Teacher’s reference
Student/Parent Interview
SSAT
Fees: ~$100,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
We use approaches that validate the unique learning styles of boys, and for over 90 years, we have seen first-hand the profound effect that a boys’-centered education has on our students.
Students discover who they are — and who they can become. They develop lifelong friendships and grow into fine young men, ready to contribute to their communities and make a positive impact in the world.

14. St. Margaret’s School
Location and Overview: St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is Vancouver Island’s only girl-centered, independent day and boarding school located in the City of Victoria on the scenic west coast of British Columbia, Canada. At SMS, the focus is entirely on girls’ education. The student-directed programs equip girls with the knowledge, attitudes, and courage to thrive in their studies, careers, and life.
Admission Requirements:
A final report card for the 2022/2023 school year
A most recent report card for the current school year, 2023/2024
An Academic Reference completed by a current teacher
A Character Reference completed by a non-related adult (cannot be a family friend or a relative)
A copy of the student’s passport and birth certificate
A photo of the applicant
Entry assessment and interview required
Fees: ~$80,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
SMS was the first girls-school in Canada to integrate a STEM curriculum into daily programs
Visual and performing arts options are woven into our weekly programs
Athletes can pursue both individual and team sports in our indoor and outdoor athletic facilities
Residences offer community with dorm sisters and private spaces, located just steps from the school
Near lakes, parks, and ocean, providing outdoor activities throughout the year
Offers a bias-free, non-denominational education focused on building confident leaders

15. St. Michaels University School (SMUS)
Location and Overview: St. Michaels University School (SMUS) has a local and global reputation for excellence. Students from all over the world are attracted to study here, and many of our graduates attend the best universities in Canada, the US, UK, and globally.
Admission Requirements: Boarding at SMUS is offered for Grades 8-12. SMUS has a rolling admissions process, with no set deadline. However, applying as soon as possible is recommended due to limited availability in some boarding houses.
Fees: ~$100,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
First Advanced Placement school in Canada, ranked by the College Board as the top school in Canada for Equity and Excellence
The 2023 graduating class of 158 students received 600+ acceptances to 100+ universities worldwide, winning $3.58 million in scholarships
SMUS students have won the prestigious $250K Morehead-Cain Scholarship three times in the past five years and have graduated six Rhodes Scholars
First boarding school to be accredited by Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), the national accrediting body

16. Trafalgar Castle School
Location and Overview: Trafalgar Castle School has been educating girls and young women for close to 150 years as Canada’s second oldest school for girls. The school is differentiated by its size, location, and the strength of its community, particularly for nurturing and growing the abilities of girls who may become lost in a larger setting. With only 240 students from grades 4 to 12, including 50 boarders from grades 7 to 12, Trafalgar Castle knows each and every student.
Admission Requirements:
Applications are completed online
Two consecutive final report cards (plus any progress reports from the current school year)
Language test for international students (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo)
Reference letters
Application fee
Fees: ~$80,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
Girls-only school
Elite Art and STEM programs
AP programs
Safe and caring boarding program
Encourages risk-taking and experimental thinking
Focuses on resilience, compassion, and confidence development

17. Trinity College School
Location and Overview: Trinity College School (TCS) offers a broad and rigorous curriculum with the ability to concentrate studies in areas of personal interest. At TCS, education is collaborative, rich in discussion, and writing intensive. The school believes that learning is an active process that fosters habits of the heart and mind while challenging all students to communicate effectively and to think both critically and creatively.
Admission Requirements:
Trinity College School seeks applicants with a high level of English fluency to be successful in its challenging academic program.
Applicants should demonstrate excitement and preparation for an international boarding experience.
Students should also be eager to participate widely in all areas of school life, including service learning, athletics, arts, and leadership.
Fees: ~$85,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
AP Capstone school with extensive AP course offerings
Rural campus setting with 100 acres of fields and facilities
Academic and service learning travel education programs
Personalized guidance and support for academics and health and wellness
State-of-the-art athletic centre
24 interscholastic sports teams
Robust co-curricular arts program
100% university acceptance

18. Upper Canada College
Location and Overview: Upper Canada College (UCC), founded in 1829, is one of Canada’s foremost schools. The Preparatory School currently enrolls 430 students from Senior Kindergarten to Year 7, while the Upper School has 778 students from Year 8 through Year 12. The boarding program accommodates 88 students from across Canada and around the world. UCC is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School with one of the broadest programs in the country, and its graduates are highly regarded by universities worldwide. The school boasts a global network of alumni who are leaders and innovators in various fields, including science, politics, finance, arts, athletics, and media.
Admission Requirements: Please refer to the Upper Canada College Admissions Page for detailed admission requirements and application procedures.
Fees: ~$80,000 CAD
Sellable Points/Features:
International Baccalaureate (IB) program
Highly regarded by universities worldwide
35-acre campus in the heart of Toronto
Extensive and advanced facilities
University counseling services
The Wernham West Centre: an innovative and unique learning-support space that helps students manage stress and identifies and supports boys’ learning challenges
Arts and Athletics clubs