Schools in Canada - Schools in Canada
Canada currently ranks 3rd among the world's 15 richest countries in terms of education quality.
In its latest assessment, Canada outperformed competitors such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand across all measures of reading, math, and science ( US News & World Report, Best Countries for Education, 2023 ).
Earning a Canadian high school diploma is a solid preparation for studying at the world's most prestigious universities. International students can study at both public and private schools in Canada.
Public Schools in Canada
Public schools in Canada accept international students for study.
Of course, going to a public school in Canada is the most economical option!
The academic year begins in September and ends in June. The academic year is divided into two semesters: the first semester begins in September, the second semester begins in February.
International students can start their studies in any semester.
In any case, the Canadian school program (University Preparation) will prepare you for admission to the top Universities in Canada/USA.
Accommodation for high school students - stay with a Canadian family.
Public schools have a limited number of places for international students, so if you want to get into a good school, you need to apply for admission early!
Requirements for admission:
Academic achievement 75% and above
English ability: Intermediate or higher
Tuition: from $7,500 CAD/semester
Cost of living: from $6,000 CAD/semester
Private Schools in Canada
Private schools in Canada are divided into:
Boarding schools
The most expensive are boarding schools located in different provinces of Canada. As a rule, boarding schools have huge campuses, on the territory of which there are educational and dormitory buildings, as well as sports complexes for practicing various sports.
These schools offer 24-hour accommodation and on-site tuition for students. Each school has counselors who are always ready to help and give valuable advice. In addition, boarding schools have all the facilities for various sports, music, arts and leisure activities.
Tuition and living costs at these schools start from $55,000 CAN/year.
Separate schools for boys and girls
Segregated education has deep historical roots. In the process of many years of research, scientists have come to the conclusion that the brains of girls and boys are structured and work differently. Based on this fact, Canadian schools with separate education develop their programs taking into account the specific needs of boys and girls and use different teaching styles. This is the advantage of such schools.
Tuition and living costs at these schools start from $55,000 CAN/year.
Private Homestay Schools
Private schools with Canadian families are a more cost-effective option.
The advantage of this type of school is the opportunity to communicate with native speakers both at school and at home. Host families are selected by special school staff who constantly monitor the student's living conditions, while the family itself must meet the strictest requirements. All this is done to guarantee the student's parents that he or she is in comfortable and safe conditions, and the "host parents" are the people who sensitively care for the child and support him or her.
Tuition and living costs at these schools start from $25,000 CAN/year.
What programs do Canadian schools offer?
First, get familiar with the school system in Canada!
For high school students (grades 9-12), schools in Canada offer different educational programs:
Applied Program - for those who do not plan to continue studying after school and go to work, completing some courses;
College Preparation Program - for those who are preparing to enter colleges;
University Preparation Program - for those who plan to enter Universities.
The University Preparation Program also has several branches:
Basic program approved by the Ministry of Education of a particular province;
Enriched Program , enhanced basic program;
IB (International Baccalaureate) is a European international educational program;
AP (Advanced Placement) is an American international program for high school students with first-year university credits.
Attention! Not all schools offer the Enriched Program, IB Program, Advanced Placement Program, and you can only get into these programs after testing.
For most parents, the goal of getting an education for their children in Canada is further ascent to the educational Olympus, and from there a jump into a successful and interesting life! But... Olympus is not the same as Olympus, and everyone has different interests in life! For some, Olympus in Canada is getting a secondary vocational education in any field - a cook, a technician, a supervisor, a clerk in a company office, etc. For others, Olympus is a start for a career in highly qualified positions - engineers, IT specialists, financiers, doctors, businessmen, etc.
For Olympus #1, you can choose any school with a basic curriculum that suits your budget. For Olympus #2, you need to take the choice of school very seriously.
Some tips!
If you do not know the specifics of school education in Canada, then you should not choose a school on the Internet. Try to get information directly from Canada!
Choose schools with a good reputation and high ratings, otherwise your expenses on studying in Canada will be in vain!
The most economical option for education is to study at a public school!
Remember that Canadian schools have a different attitude towards schoolchildren, so no one will motivate them to enter Universities! Everyone should decide this question for themselves and should make their own choice of subjects, especially in grades 11 and 12!
Be careful about your high school course choices! They can seriously affect your college/university admission.
Admission and study at a university directly depends on academic performance at school and on what major subjects the student chooses in grades 11 and 12!