2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 7C3, Canada
450 Dufferin Street, Stanstead, Quebec, J0B 3E0, CanadaIndirect Support:
2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2R 7C3, Canada
450 Dufferin Street, Stanstead, Quebec, J0B 3E0, Canada
5,678.6 km
5,350.8 km
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JK to 12
7 to 12
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Coed
Boarding, Day
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English
English
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Progressive, International Baccalaureate
Traditional
17 to 18
11 to 15
Learning, Developmental, Behavioral
Learning
Accelerated curriculum
$31,875 to $46,225
$29,500
$76,600 to $87,500
$72,000 to $90,000
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Yes
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4 to 12
7 to 12
$17,630
$25,000
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70%
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72%
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Rolling
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Yes: grades JK - 12
Yes: grades 7 - 12
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No
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Ridley expresses so many of the great traditions of private school, and it comes by all of them absolutely honestly. The school was founded in 1889, making it one of the oldest schools in the country. It began life as an Anglican boys’ school—it was named after an Anglican Bishop—but is non-denominational today, and has been co-ed since 1973. That said, many of the traditions that inform the life of the school date to the founding, including chapel meetings that serve to bring the school together around shared events and shared values. The school maintains a cadet corps, the largest of its kind in Canada. The chapel, and indeed all of the buildings that comprise the campus, are, frankly, gorgeous. It’s easily one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Throughout its long history Ridley has maintained a reputation as one of the best schools in Canada, one that no doubt will remain for very many years to come. The ideal student is one who arrives predisposed to make the most of the wide range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities that will be made available to them.
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Ridley expresses so many of the great traditions of private school, and it comes by all of them absolutely honestly. The school was founded in 1889, making it one of the oldest schools in the country. It began life as an Anglican boys’ school—it was named after an Anglican Bishop—but is non-denominational today, and has been co-ed since 1973. That said, many of the traditions that inform the life of the school date to the founding, including chapel meetings that serve to bring the school together around shared events and shared values. The school maintains a cadet corps, the largest of its kind in Canada. The chapel, and indeed all of the buildings that comprise the campus, are, frankly, gorgeous. It’s easily one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. The strategic plan, implemented in 2014, provided an opportunity to take stock of the school at the time of its 125th anniversary, including a dedication to maintaining a global perspective across the breadth of the curriculum. Throughout its long history Ridley has maintained a reputation as one of the best schools in Canada, one that no doubt will remain for very many years to come. The ideal student is one who arrives predisposed to make the most of the wide range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities that will be made available to them.
View full reportStanstead’s history is long and varied—it will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2022—apparent in the buildings as well as the traditions that continue at the school today. It was founded in 1872 by the Wesleyan Conference as a co-educational school, though both of those things have fluctuated over the years: it became a property of the Methodist Church, became a boys’ school, became a property of the United Church of Canada, welcomed girls again in 1979, and then ended its denominational affiliation. All of that history is very present and celebrated, and it imparts to students a sense of permanency and of belonging to something greater than themselves. The student population is relatively small, at 200, and the community is very strong and centralized, something the school rightly sees as a strength. The academics, as you’d expect, are very strong, but the culture of the school is a primary draw, especially for families looking at the boarding program. Stanstead accepts both boarding and day students, though the school is structured around boarding and maintains a very global perspective across the curricular areas.
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"They instilled in me a passion for learning, athletics, the outdoors and helping others."
Michael Peirce - Alumnus (Mar 21, 2019)
Stanstead College built an important foundation for my undergraduate and graduate studies. Not only ... View full review
"I can't think of one of my teachers who would not have been willing to offer extra assistance outside of regular class hours if it was needed."
Christina Durant - Alumnus (Mar 21, 2019)
Unlike many other people, I look back at my time in high school with great fondness. As a quiet kid,... View full review
"I believe it was the teachers that caused me to excel."
Thomas Abbott - Alumnus (Jul 11, 2019)
I had a life changing experience at Stanstead College. The supportive community at Stanstead enhance... View full review
"Ridley College is an independent boarding and day school for students in JK through Grade 12. As leaders in positive education and wellbeing education, we teach students a foundation of skills and habits they need for learning and success now and long after graduation. Our learner-centred and inquiry-based learning approaches are enhanced by the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy, a comprehensive and rigorous programme that challenges and sets students apart, empowering them to excel and grow."
"Stanstead College is an independent boarding and day school for girls and boys in Grades 7-12, with a student population of roughly 300. Surrounded by the rolling hills of Quebec's Eastern Townships and nearby Vermont, Stanstead's unique situation opens doors to top universities and colleges in the United States, Canada and around the world. Caring teachers, small classes, rigorous academics and an advisor system allow students to become self-disciplined young women and men prepared for life after high school."
"Ridley is a leader in positive education and applies the science of positive psychology and positive education to the student experience. Every Ridleian belongs to one of our ten Houses or four House Teams, and is supported by our unrivalled circle of care and engaged with vibrant, challenging, modern programmes to nurture and mentor them throughout their educational experience. We house the largest boarding programme in Ontario and the third largest in Canada."
"Stanstead College is the only Canadian school accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, providing our students with access to top schools throughout North America. Stanstead College is located on the Vermont border in the rural heart of French Quebec, providing students from around the world with a true multicultural experience. Our hockey teams for boys and girls are considered among the top in North America."
"To provide a well-rounded and supportive educational experience, Ridley College has made intentional tradeoffs that ask more of both students and families. Upper School students are required to participate in sports and co-curricular activities throughout the year, in addition to managing an academic schedule and attending Saturday programming focused on life skills and service learning.
Families benefit from a strong circle of care around each student, with multiple adults contributing to their growth and wellbeing. This network ensures comprehensive support, and advisors serve as a central point of contact to guide families navigate the many resources available. With so much happening across campus and many staff members involved in each student’s journey, families receive frequent updates to stay informed and engaged."
"To maintain our holistic educational approach, we prioritize small class sizes and personalized attention, which may limit student enrollment. This tradeoff ensures each student receives the support needed to thrive academically and personally. Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity, including economic diversity, may require significant financial aid being designated for lower-income students, including local day students. However, these tradeoffs are essential to preserving our values and fostering a community where students can develop their full potential in a nurturing environment."
"Ridley College has undergone several key transformations that have shaped its current identity. In 1973, the School became co-educational, allowing female students to enrol and marking a significant cultural shift. In the 2000s, we expanded our offering to include junior kindergarten through Grade 12 and began incorporating day students into boarding Houses to help foster a more inclusive environment.
In 2022, The Campaign for Ridley raised more than $50 million, the largest fundraising campaign in the school’s history, leading to major renovations of the Iggulden Building and athletic facilities. We have also introduced magnet programmes focused on high-performance sports such as basketball, hockey, rowing and figure skating. More recently, Ridley has prioritized student wellbeing, with all staff and faculty completing the Positive Education Certificate and the school becoming a Visible Wellbeing institution."
"Three significant decisions have led to the Stanstead College that thrives today. In 1977, facing language restrictions from the Quebec government, Stanstead College opted to decline all government funding in order to become truly independent, a move that would allow it to continue to accept students from around the world. In 1979, in a boost to further increase enrolment, Stanstead College reverted to its original co-ed status after 20 years as a boys-only school. The final piece of the puzzle was a decision in the late 1990s to develop first boys hockey and then girls hockey program into elite programs that would drive enrolment, an initiative that has proven successful to this day."
"A student who thrives at Ridley is curious, engaged and eager to be part of a vibrant community. They’re not just focussed soley on academics — they’re looking for opportunities to grow, challenge themselves and get involved beyond the classroom. Whether it’s athletics, clubs, leadership or service, they want to participate and make the most of their experience. They’re open-minded and inclusive, excited to learn alongside peers from diverse backgrounds, including international students. We’re looking for students who are independent, motivated and ready to embrace everything our community has to offer."
"Stanstead College is ideal for students who thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment and are eager to engage in a holistic educational experience. Students who value academic rigour, personal growth, and community involvement will find a supportive home here. Those interested in exploring a range of athletic opportunities and developing leadership skills will benefit from our offerings. Our nurturing environment is well-suited for students who appreciate small class sizes and personalized attention, fostering teamwork, respect, and responsibility. Ultimately, motivated students committed to embracing our values of health, wisdom, and integrity will excel."
"Ridley students lead intentionally busy and balanced lives. They are encouraged to develop as well-rounded individuals through academics, athletics, clubs and community engagement. If a student prefers not to participate in a variety of activities or has significant outside commitments that limit their involvement, they may find our environment less suited to their interests. Our community thrives on active participation and balance, so families should be prepared for a dynamic and immersive experience."
"We might advise against choosing Stanstead College if a student prefers a larger, less personalized educational setting or if they are not inclined towards participating in a diverse, community-oriented environment. Families seeking a highly specialized curriculum might not find our broad approach suitable. Additionally, those who do not prioritize involvement in athletics, leadership development, or cultural exchange opportunities may not fully benefit from our holistic educational philosophy."
"Families choose Ridley College because they are seeking a school that prepares their children both academically and emotionally for university and life beyond. They often speak to the warmth of our community, the positivity that defines our culture and the individualized care each student receives. Ridley offers strong academics alongside a wide range of activities that help students discover and pursue their passions. Families also value our commitment to belonging, our celebration of cultural diversity and global perspectives, and our proud Canadian heritage. Many say Ridley feels like home. They appreciate the breadth of opportunities available to students — whether in academics, athletics, co-curriculars, clubs or leadership."
"Parents and students are drawn by our family-style atmosphere and welcoming community. Tolerance and respect are integral to all aspects of our school environment. As a result, students form close relationships, including with their teachers, who serve as role models and mentors in the classroom, as coaches and advisors and as residence supervisors. Support is all around. In addition, our hockey program appeals to student-athletes who want to pair elite-level athletics with rigorous academics."
"Ridley College is widely recognized for its strong focus on postsecondary preparation, with a reputation for equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed beyond graduation. We are also known for fostering high levels of student engagement and encouraging volunteerism within the local community. Our commitment to rigorous academics further reinforces Ridley's image as a leading institution dedicated to excellence in education."
"Stanstead College is viewed as a prestigious institution known for its global approach to education, academic rigour, and vibrant student life. Our reputation for fostering a diverse, inclusive community and emphasizing personal growth resonates with families seeking a well-rounded educational experience. The school's history of adaptability while retaining traditional values of respect and kindness reinforces our image as a nurturing environment where students are prepared for success in a globalized world."
"The Ridley community is often called the Ridley family. All Ridleians belong to a broader community of peers, faculty, parents and alumni. As a boarding school, our lifeblood is community connection and relationship building across age groups, generations and identity groups, creating a strong feeling of belonging that defines and sustains us. Students make lifelong connections with peers from around the globe, maintaining friendships across time zones, forever shaped by the Ridley experience. Most students don’t realize all of this until they’ve graduated."
"Students love the uniform! School dress puts all students on an equal level, contributing to the sense of community. Plus, students appreciate not having to pick out their clothes every day!"
"Families may be surprised by the depth of Ridley College’s commitment to service and wellbeing. Service is more than a value — it’s a lived experience that helps students build empathy, compassion and a sense of purpose. Through weekly service opportunities, support for local House charities and optional global service trips, students learn that giving to others is a key part of a flourishing life. Equally important is our emphasis on positive education and student wellbeing. We believe that students need to feel good to do good, and that academic success is closely tied to mental and physical health. By teaching habits and skills that support wellbeing, we help students build a strong foundation for lifelong success."
"Parents are surprised by the level of independence their children achieve. While students are supervised 24 hours a day, they are responsible for ensuring that they meet commitments and all school expectations. Adults are there to guide them along their way, but students leave Stanstead better able to balance life's demands."
"In 2024, Ridley College proudly opened the doors to the revitalized Iggulden Building, a vibrant hub for the arts that includes purpose-built spaces for creative arts, music, drama, film and visual arts, as well as a modern library designed to inspire learning and collaboration. The Evans Athletic Centre also saw significant upgrades, with the addition of a new fitness centre, squash courts, a rowing room, updated changerooms and a dedicated athletic therapy space to support student wellness and performance. Each year, Ridley enhances the student experience through its annual Ridleian Fund. Recent improvements include new classroom spaces to accommodate a growing student population, upgraded outdoor areas for learning and play, improved campus pathways and the integration of new technology to support innovative teaching and learning."
"Stanstead College opened a new junior girls residence in 2023 to better accommodate our younger students and meet their unique needs. At the same time, an expanded and modern wellness centre opened to allow our healthcare team to better address issues effectively right her on our campus."
"In 2025/26, we are engaged in a collaborative planning process to develop a new strategic plan that will guide Ridley into the future. Our goal is to chart a course that continues to inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe, ensuring Ridley’s legacy of excellence and service endures for generations to come."
"Building on recent additions to the campus – including a new junior girls residence and a wellness centre – Stanstead College is committed to improving the quality of residential life. The school plans to examine its offerings in the areas of art and music. The school is preparing to review technological advancements that will enrich learning and broaden horizons, innovating and adapting to the evolving needs of the 21st century while maintaining strong traditions."
Welcome to Ridley!
One of the favourite times of my day is the opportunity to walk the halls of Ridley College, drop in on classrooms and watch active learning in action. At Ridley College, you will find that students are engaged in exploring new ideas, debating eternal questions and solving relevant problems. Learning is student-centered and exciting to witness!
In our Lower School, you will discover inquiry-based learning in all classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Students engage with ‘big ideas’ and pursue essential and enduring questions – ‘what is an economy and how does it impact the human experience?” You’ll see students Skype interviewing an anthropologist from Kansas. You’ll hear the excitement of innovation in the robotics lab.
In our Upper School, you will meet young adults who confidently pursue their passions – academic inquiry, athletic endeavour, or artistic expression. You will see focused and disciplined students leading a Socratic seminar in a literature class, singing a solo in Chapel or persevering through a two-kilometer time trial in our indoor rowing tank.
Cultivating the full potential of each student requires a caring, committed and world-class faculty. The task also requires intimate relationships that are built day by day, year after year. At Ridley, you’ll find a community of adults who are excited to build those relationships. As a boarding school, Ridley provides students with a 24/7 experience that will help them cultivate those lifelong bonds with peers and adults alike – in the classroom, in the House, on the ice or in the theatre.
The reality is that one cannot be certain what children and young adults can do until we challenge them to be their best. At Ridley, students are surrounded by peers who share their sense of purpose, who believe in the value of hard work and who are building the courage to pursue their dreams. Add to this the experience and care of a community of adults who are dedicated to nurturing their potential, and you have the Ridley formula.
I hope that our website offers you a glimpse into the life of our unique community of learners and that you are inspired to look deeper into the Ridley experience. Check out our YouTube channel to get a real glimpse into the Ridley difference. Better yet, I invite you to visit the School to soak in its idyllic setting, to experience classes in action, to meet teachers and Head of Houses' and to talk with students. We warmly welcome you and your family to Ridley.
I look forward to greeting you on campus in the near future.
Come experience the legacy that is a Ridley education.
J. Edward Kidd
Headmaster
Whether you are already a member of our school community or exploring the possibility of joining that community, I want to extend a warm welcome. Stanstead College is a place where tradition meets innovation and where every student is encouraged to realize their full potential.
At Stanstead College, we stand on three core pillars: scholastics, sports, and community. Our challenging academic programs are designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning and to prepare students for success in a complex world. We believe in a balanced education, and our vibrant athletic programs teach invaluable lessons in teamwork, discipline and resilience. But perhaps most importantly, we are a community where students support one another, forming connections that last a lifetime.
We are proud of our rich history and the traditions that have shaped generations of students. Yet we are also a modern institution, continually adapting our approach to provide a relevant and engaging education.
As an alumna of the school, I can speak personally to the transformative benefits of attending Stanstead College – lessons that have served me so well over the course of post-Stanstead life.
If you are a current student, parent or an alumnus, you already know this. If you are new to our school, I invite you to learn more about what makes the Stanstead experience so special. I am confident you will find a safe and secure community here where every student may thrive, grow and become a part of a legacy we all share.
We look forward to welcoming you (back) to our family.
Traditional
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Progressive (sometimes called "in- quiry-based") curricula attempt to place children's interests and ideas at the heart of the learning experience. Instead of lessons being driven by predetermined pathways, progressive curricula are often "emergent", with learning activities shaped by students' questions about the world. Instead of starting with academic concepts and then tying it to everyday experience, progressive methods begin with everyday experience and work back to an academic lesson. Teachers provide materials, experiences, tools and resources to help students investigate a topic or issue. Students are encouraged to explore, reflect on their findings, and discuss answers or solutions.
Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.
Some private schools offer International Baccalaureate (IB) programming. The "Diploma Programme" is offered to students in the final two years of high school, while the "Primary Years Programme" (ages 3 to 12) and "Middle Years Programme" (ages 11 to 16) serve as preparation for the diploma program.
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A ticket to the world in your hand, the keys to knowledge in your pocket, true friends by your side, and the resources of a legacy at your back. Ridley College is a school of the world that prepares students for the world. Co-educational, Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 with a Post-Graduate option and boarding beginning in Grade 6, Ridley College is certified in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, making Ridley one of 15 International Baccalaureate continuum schools in Canada and the only co-educational boarding school in Canada with this distinction. A Canadian school born of the new world yet built on classical British boarding school roots, Ridley offers students a forward-looking and rigorous university preparatory education relevant to the most selective colleges and universities around the globe.
At Stanstead College, caring teachers provide students with the tools to engage in experiential learning, critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork. Small class sizes ensure that students receive the attention they need and deserve. Our rigorous academic program encourages a high level of achievement that contributes to an excellent acceptance rate at first-choice universities.
Traditional Math
These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.
Traditional Math typically teaches a method or algorithm FIRST, and THEN teaches the applications for the method. Traditional algorithms are emphasized and practiced regularly: repetition and drills are frequently used to ensure foundational mastery in the underlying mathematical procedures. The traditional approach to math views math education as akin to building a logical edifice: each brick depends on the support of the previously laid ones, which represent mastery over a particular procedure or method. Traditional Math begins by giving students a tool, and then challenges students to practice using that tool an applied way, with progressively challenging problems. In this sense Traditional Math aims to establish procedural understanding before conceptual and applied understanding.
The Math Department at Ridley College is committed to meeting each student where they are through differentiated instruction that provides both support and challenge, utilizing a blend of traditional and inquiry-based learning approaches within the Ontario and IB Diploma curricula. We believe in assessing mathematical understanding through multiple lenses—knowledge and understanding, thinking and inquiry, communication, and application—while fostering deep problem-solving skills through enrichment opportunities like our Math Contest Club.
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Calculators are regularly used in math classes. In most classes a scientific calculator is appropriate. For the IB DP math class a graphic calculator is required. We recommend the TI-84 Plus CE
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In the Lower School, we employ a structured literacy programme that draws on a variety of resources to support our young learners including SMARTER Intervention and Lexia. Both are comprehensive tools with a focus on essential early literacy skills including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. We use multifaceted benchmark assessments, such as SMARTER Intervention, DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills), and OWA (Ontario Writing Assessment) to monitor and guide our instruction. These assessments help us identify areas where students may need additional support and allow us to adjust our teaching strategies accordingly. Additionally, we believe in the importance of applying literacy skills in a transdisciplinary manner. This means that our students are not only learning to read and write in isolation but are also using these skills across various subjects and real-life contexts through our units of inquiry.
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DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
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Programs that balance systematic and process approaches equally likely have an emphasis on giving young students ample opportunities to write, while providing supplementary class-wide instruction in grammar, parts of sentences, and various writing strategies.
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Equal Balance
Inquiry-based science emphasizes teaching science as a way of thinking or practice, and therefore tries to get students “doing” science as much as possible -- and not just “learning” it. Students still learn foundational scientific ideas and content (and build on this knowledge progressively); however, relative to expository science instruction, inquiry-based programs have students spend more time developing and executing their own experiments (empirical and theoretical). Students are frequently challenged to develop critical and scientific-thinking skills by developing their own well-reasoned hypothesis and finding ways to test those hypotheses. Projects and experiments are emphasized over textbook learning. Skills are emphasized over breadth of knowledge.
Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.
Science classes are taught through a combination of experiential and inquiry style learning. Students conduct labs and use simulations to gather data to evaluate. Science learning involves survey courses that look at a number of different subjects up until grade 10. In grade 11 students can specialize in any combination of biology, chemistry computer science, design technology, environmental systems & societies and physics.
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Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
Physics
Traditional
These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.
In traditional literature programs students focus on decoding the mechanics of texts: plot, characterization, and themes. These texts tend to include a balance of contemporary and “classic” literature. When studying a past work, students investigate its historical context -- but only insofar as this adds understanding to the work itself. Past works are therefore studied “on their own terms”, and not merely as historical artifacts to be deconstructed: traditional literature programs are firmly rooted in the humanities, and carry the belief that great literature can reveal fundamental and universal truths about the human condition. These programs emphasize class discussions and critical essay writing, and aim to develop in students critical thinking, communication skills, and a cultivated taste and ethos.
Literature is studied with a balanced approach that reflects a range of periods, authors, genres, and locations around the world. At the grade 11 and 12 level there are 3 versions of the class to choose from, English Literature focuses specifically on all different types of Literature. English Language and Literature balances the study of literature with other language useage in advertising, blogs, editorial cartoons and more. Finally, English Literature and Performance looks at literature through an arts lens considering how works are staged.
Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
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Equal Balance
These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.
These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.
Ridley College’s “Equal Balance” approach to Humanities and Social Sciences integrates the enduring ideas of Perennialism with the experiential, inquiry-driven methods of Pragmatism. This balanced philosophy is reflected in the school’s adoption of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, which emphasizes academic rigor and global relevance. Students engage deeply with classical texts and foundational concepts while also applying their learning to contemporary issues and real-world contexts. The result is a curriculum that fosters intellectual depth and practical understanding.
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Equal Balance
These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.
These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.
Ridley College’s “Equal Balance” approach to Humanities and Social Sciences integrates the enduring ideas of Perennialism with the experiential, inquiry-driven methods of Pragmatism. This balanced philosophy is reflected in the school’s adoption of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, which emphasizes academic rigor and global relevance. Students engage deeply with classical texts and foundational concepts while also applying their learning to contemporary issues and real-world contexts. The result is a curriculum that fosters intellectual depth and practical understanding.
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Hebrew
ESL
Spanish
Russian
Latin
Japanese
Italian
Greek
German
French
Chinese-Mandarin
Chinese-Cantonese
Hebrew
ESL
Spanish
Russian
Latin
Japanese
Italian
Greek
German
French
Chinese-Mandarin
Chinese-Cantonese
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Creative
These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.
Creative arts programs are studio-driven. While historical works and movements may still be taught to add context to the program, students mainly engage in making art (visual, musical, theatrical, etc). The goal is use the actual practice of art to help educate students’ emotions, cognition, and ethos.
The Fine Arts at Ridley College is unique as the school offers world class studio resources and a student body that brings to the learning experience a diverse range of cultural perspectives. The first key role of arts education is to facilitate the development of fundamental skills that enhance a student’s capacity to engage with tasks involving refined hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning and fine motor control. The second key role of arts education is the development of an awareness of the arts as an essential component of civilization. Most importantly, students gain an understanding of why creativity, self-expression and the pursuit of aesthetic form are fundamental aspects of life. We are excited to be able to offer Visual Arts, Film and Music as IB Courses, with IB Literature and Performance providing the creative outlet for our thespians.
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Acting
Dance
Drama/Theatre
Graphic Design
Music
Visual Arts
Acting
Dance
Drama/Theatre
Graphic Design
Music
Visual Arts
Medium integration
A major effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy throughout the curriculum and in everything students do. Digital literacy is understood to be a fundamental skill in the 21st century: it therefore follows, the idea goes, that teachers should find ways to connect every lesson back to technology. Effort is made to ensure the use of technology is meaningful and advances students’ skills beyond what they would otherwise be from using computers outside the classroom.
Effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy through the curriculum. However, this is not a dominant focus.
We offer Computer Science for grades 10-12 with computers integrated in all classes, and computer heavy use in many arts courses.
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Web design
Robotics
Computer science
Ridley offers PE courses from grades 9-12. All students take PE in grade 9. All students are also involved in co-curricular sports.
This course, which is interconnected with the Quebec Education Plan’s Personal Development subject area, introduces students to topics related to healthy lifestyle choices, including cardiovascular health, nutrition, hygiene, the impact of alcohol, tobacco and sugar on the body and others. As part of the exercise component, students are introduced to proper warm-up activities and are taught the skills and rules of a variety of team sports such as soccer, basketball, football, volleyball and others. Students work on cooperative skills and good sportsmanship in a positive social setting.
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Academic-based preschools and Kindergartens are the most structured of the different types, and have a strong emphasis on math and reading readiness skills. These programs aim to expose children to what early-elementary school is like. While time is still allotted to free play, much of the day is built around explicit lessons guided by the teacher. Classrooms often resemble play-based ones (with different stations set up around the room), but at an Academic program the teacher leads students through the stations directly, and ties these activities to a whole-class lesson or theme.
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The Kindergarten programme at Ridley College provides a rich and stimulating inquiry and play-based learning environment that enables students to develop a sense of curiosity and an understanding of the world around them. Classroom materials and artifacts are carefully selected to support student learning and spark creativity. The Kindergarten programme at Ridley College not only supports holistic development of the child - cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development - it provides learning opportunities that instill growth-mindset and support overall well-being, mental health, and resiliency in each child.
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Standard-enriched
The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).
Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.
Ridley is able to work with students and families that have unusual time commitments provided that students are able to meet academic course requirements.
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Rigorous
A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.
A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.
Ridley College as an IB Continuum school has a rigorous approach to academics. That said, Ridley is a highly supportive school with a large team looking out for each student. Individual plans can be made and supported to help all students find successes.
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"We honour and distinguish our brightest students, using them as examples for other students to follow."
"We honour and distinguish our brightest students, using them as examples for other students to follow."
Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
Emotional
The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and confident individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."
Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
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FORMAL SUPPORT FOR DISORDERS, DISABILITIES, AND EXCEPTIONALITIESA - Forms of SupportAccommodation:
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ADHD (moderate to severe)
This is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Children with ADHD may be hyperactive and unable control their impulses. Or they may have trouble paying attention. These behaviors can interfere with school and home life.
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Dyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)
This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.
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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.
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Dyscalculia
This is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.
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Dysgraphia
This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.
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Language Processing Disorder
This is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.
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Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)
These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.
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Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit
A characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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Autism
Refers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).
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Asperger's Syndrome
On the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.
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Down syndrome
his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.
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Intellectual disability
This is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).
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Williams syndrome
This is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Troubled behaviour / troubled teens
roubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
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Clinical Depression
This is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.
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Clinical anxiety
This is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.
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Suicidal thoughts
This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.
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Drug and alcohol abuse
This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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Multiple sclerosis
This is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.
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Cerebral palsy
his refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.
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Muscular dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.
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Spina Bifida
This is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.
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Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)
This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.
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Blindness
Visual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."
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Deafness
Hearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).
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Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.
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Multiple physical
Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Accommodations
Extra support
Accommodations
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
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Ballet and Classical Ballet
Yoga
Yearbook
Student Council
Scouting
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Photography
Paintball
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Choir
Chess Club
Band
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Animation
Ballet and Classical Ballet
Yoga
Yearbook
Student Council
Scouting
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Photography
Paintball
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Choir
Chess Club
Band
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Animation
4 - 12
7 - 12
22%
30%
$17,630
$25,000
57%
72%
Rolling
Rolling
Rolling
Rolling
Yes: grades JK - 12
Yes: grades 7 - 12
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No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes: grades 7 - 12
Yes: grades 4 - 12
Yes: grades 7 - 12
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No
The Ridley Admissions Committee looks for students who are engaged and motivated individuals. The Committee looks for students who demonstrate potential to make a positive contribution to the Ridley community and who will take advantage of the many opportunities available at the school - in the classroom and boarding houses, as well as in the arts, athletics, leadership, and community service activities. Students who are well-rounded, open-minded, enthusiastic, and academically-focused are encouraged to apply.
Stanstead College students should be ready to commit to a disciplined academic program that prepares for life after high school; invest in the College's values of teamwork, respect and responsibility; accept and face challenges, celebrate successes, learn from disappointments, interact with others and take advantage of the many opportunities the school offers in and out of the classroom.
Application Fees
Registration Fees
Domestic Day
Domestic Boarding
International Boarding
Deadlines
Note: The SSAT is only a requirement for those students applying for a merit-based scholarship.
Applicants must complete an online application, submit school reports from their last two years, provide two school references and one personal reference, submit a statement of interest letter, complete our admissions test or English language test and have an interview with a member of our admissions team in person or online.
The basic process is outlined here: www.stansteadcollege.com/admissions
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