Guelph, in Wellington County of Ontario, is home to numerous excellent private schools. This includes schools in downtown Guelph, Two Rivers, St. George’s, Sunny Acres, Grange Hill East, Old University, Centennial, and Junction. Read more
Waterloo Region (Breslau), Ontario — SJK offers an enriched environment of exploration and experiential learning. Through its IB curriculum, SJK provides exciting experiences and guides students to discover their talents and passions. Go beyond at SJK. View School Profile.
Grades:
JK to 12 (Coed)
Type:
Progressive, International Baccalaureate
Tuition:
$19,720 to $73,700
Living:
Boarding/Day
Enrollment:
470
Avg. Class:
10 to 17
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Students receive an excellent education which prepares them well for university, college and a wide variety of workplaces.
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RCA is committed to providing its students with the opportunity to learn in a safe, caring, Christian environment. Class sizes are limited (16 max.) to ensure individual attention and personalized teaching.
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Waterloo Independent Secondary School's emphasis is academics and university preparation. Courses are designed to engage students in projects as a window into the real world. Up to 16 students per class.
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Trillium provides a comprehensive, vibrant and academically vigorous Waldorf education. Students are welcomed into a warm environment with teachers who care deeply for them, and support their holistic development.
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This city's private schools will provide your child with an atmosphere that is conducive to students' success. Small class sizes especially will ensure that your son or daughter has an environment where he or she can receive individual attention. The classroom is a place where children feel comfortable working together to learn the necessary material.
Beyond small class sizes, Guelph's private schools present many additional benefits. Some of these advantages include:
Prior to choosing a private school in Guelph, be sure that you have done the necessary research. Be sure it has accreditation from the Ontario Ministry of Education. In Ontario, only schools that give out courses which count towards a diploma receive accreditation. However, the Ministry deals with complaints about all schools and makes sure that they are safe and appropriate environments for your child.
In addition, you can consult the Fraser Institute's annual school rankings and ratings. While this ranking system is far from perfect, it does offer a good overview of the school's reputation. Guelph's private schools consistently score highly on the Fraser Institute's yearly report cards.
Private schools are more affordable today than ever. Many institutions offer very reasonable tuition rates, as well as other mechanisms to help you pay for private school. Such assistance might encompass:
Be sure to click on the links on this page or search for Ontario Private Schools to find out more about all of the academically rigorous options that you have.
How many Guelph private schools are there?
There are 5 Guelph private schools that are Our Kids trusted members.
How much is tuition at Guelph private schools?
Tuition fees for Guelph private schools range from $8,000 to $64,750 per year with an average tuition of $18,254 per year.
What’s the largest school?
Of the Guelph private schools, the largest is St. John's-Kilmarnock School with 470 students in Grades JK to 12.
Are Guelph private schools good?
We interviewed both parents and students. You can read reviews about Guelph private schools on this page.
Is there a private school expo where I can meet with Guelph private schools?
Yes. You can meet with private schools and education experts at the Our Kids Private School Expos held every year in September and October. These events are designed for both parents and students. Find event details and ticket info here.
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