Bishop's College School

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  • Curriculum: Traditional, International Baccalaureate
    • Mathematics: Equal Balance
    • Science: Equal Balance
    • Literature: Equal Balance
    • Humanities and Social Sciences : Equal Balance
    • Foreign Languages: Equal Balance
    • Fine Arts: Equal Balance
    • Computers and Technology: Heavy integration
    • Physical Education:
    • IB Diploma courses: 31 courses
    • Advanced Placement courses:
    • Sex and health education: Quebec curriculum
  • Curriculum Pace: Standard-enriched
  • Academic Culture: Rigorous
  • Developmental priorities: Balanced
  • Special needs support: Withdrawal Assistance
  • Gifted learner support: Dedicated gifted school
  • Language: bilingual / dual-immersion
  • Homework Policy:
  • Report Card Policy:

  
  

  • Curriculum Traditional, International Baccalaureate
    [Show definition of Curriculum]

    Central to your child's school experience is the underlying curriculum taught in the classroom. "Curriculum" refers to both what is taught and how it's taught. When considering the different curricula outlined in the next few pages, keep in mind that few schools fall neatly into one category or another. Most schools' curricula comprise a blend of best practices drawn from multiple curriculum types. Having said that, most schools do have a general overall curriculum type. These are identified for each school on OurKids.net.

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    Curriculum approach at Bishop's College School: Traditional, International Baccalaureate

    Bishop's College School has a Traditional, International Baccalaureate approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Liberal Arts, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).

    [Show: About Traditional, International Baccalaureate?]

    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.

    Curriculum at schools on OurKids.net

      Traditional - 15%
      Liberal arts - 17%
      Progressive - 17%
      Montessori - 17%
      Reggio Emilia - 17%
      Waldorf - 17%
    

    Bishop's College School has a International Baccalaureate approach to secondary 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.

    
    

    International curriculum & programs at Bishop's College School: Duke of Edinburgh's Award

    What Bishop's College School says: The very essence of BCS is the strength of our rigorous academic program that empowers students to think independently, critically, and creatively. Our approach to teaching and learning is strongly influenced by our school mission and values. These drive the implementation of our programs as well as the continuous review of our curriculum so that it prepares students for an ever-changing world. Our students live academic and extra-curricular experiences on and off campus that help them grow into caring, principled leaders. At BCS, students study in a vibrant multicultural, collaborative environment. With a small average class size, students receive ample individualized attention and support through a coherent curriculum that balances the development of competencies, concepts, and approaches to learning. Students develop a love of learning and academic confidence to succeed in the different roles they will play in our global society. We tailor our holistic approach to meet each student’s needs, interests or passions so that they reach their full potential while maintaining the highest academic standards of our Middle and Senior schools’ rigorous programs.

    International Baccalaureate offered:

    Program	offered
    Primary Years
    Middle Years
    Diploma program
    Career-related program

    Approach:

    Focus	Special needs
    Academic	Gifted

    Pedagogies and subject courses:

    • Mathematics Equal Balance
      Mathematics approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math , Discovery Math approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.

      Mathematics at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Traditional math - 34%
        Discovery math - 33%
      

      What Bishop's College School says: We offer a regular math program and an advanced course for students who excel in the subject. We follow the Quebec Ministry of Education from grades 7 to 11. This has a standard integrative math program. In grade 12, we adopt the IB DP curriculum with students having the choice to take Math SL, Math HL, or Math Studies.

      Textbooks and supplementary materials: This information is not currently available.

      Calculator policy: This information is not currently available.

    • Science Equal Balance
      Science approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Science (as opposed to Expository , Inquiry approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      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 at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Expository - 34%
        Inquiry - 33%
      

      Teaching approach: We offer a regular science program and advanced courses for students who excel in the subject. We follow the Quebec Ministry of Education from grades 7 to 11. This has a standard integrative science program. In grade 12, we adopt the IB DP curriculum and the New Brunswick with students having the choice to take Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies, or Computer Science.

      Treatment of evolution:

      Subject	offered
      Evolution as consensus theory
      Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
      Evolution is not taught

      Topics covered in curriculum:

      Subject	offered
      Biology
      Chemistry
      Ecology
      Geology
      Meteorology
      Physics
      Physiology
      Zoology

    • Literature Equal Balance
      Literature approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional , Social Justice approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.

      Literature at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Traditional - 34%
        Social justice - 33%
      

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    • Humanities and Social Sciences Equal Balance
      Humanities and Social Sciences approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism , Pragmatism approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.

      Humanities and Social Sciences at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Perennialism - 34%
        Pragmatism - 33%
      

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    • Foreign Languages Equal Balance
      Foreign Languages approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual , Communicative approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.

      Foreign Languages at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Audio-lingual - 34%
        Communicative - 33%
      

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    • Fine Arts Equal Balance
      Fine Arts approach at Bishop's College School: Equal Balance

      Bishop's College School has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive , Creative approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.

      Fine Arts at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Receptive - 34%
        Creative - 33%
      

      Program offers:

      Subject	offered
      Acting
      Dance
      Drama/Theatre
      Graphic Design
      Music
      Visual Arts

      Visual studio philosophy:

      Expressive
      Disciplined

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    • Computers and Technology Heavy integration
      Computers and Technology approach at Bishop's College School: Heavy integration

      Bishop's College School has a Heavy integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration , Medium integration approach).

      [Show: About Heavy 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.

      Computers and Technology at schools on OurKids.net

        Heavy integration - 33%
        Light integration - 34%
        Medium integration - 33%
      

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

      Program covers:

      Subject	offered
      Computer science
      Robotics
      Web design

    • Physical Education

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    • IB Diploma courses 31 courses
      Group 1 (Language A)

      • English language and literature SL

      • English language and literature HL

      • French Literature SL

      • French Literature HL

      Group 2 (Language B)

      • French SL

      • French HL

      • French ab initio SL

      Group 3 (Individuals and Societies)

      • Business and Management SL

      • Business and Management HL

      • History SL

      • History HL

      • Psychology SL

      • Psychology HL

      • Social and Cultural Anthropology SL

      • Social and Cultural Anthropology HL

      Group 4 (Experimental Sciences)

      • Chemistry SL

      • Chemistry HL

      • Biology SL

      • Biology HL

      • Physics SL

      • Physics HL

      • Environmental Systems SL

      Group 5 (Mathematics)

      • Mathematical Studies SL

      • Mathematics SL

      • Mathematics HL

      Group 6 (The Arts)

      • Music SL

      • Music HL

      • Theatre SL

      • Theatre HL

      • Visual Arts SL

      • Visual Arts HL
    • Advanced Placement courses
      This information is not currently available.
    • Sex and health education Quebec curriculum
      Sex and health education approach at Bishop's College School: Quebec curriculum

      Bishop's College School has a Quebec curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Does not follow prrovincialcurriculum approach).

      [Show: About Quebec curriculum?]

      The structure, pacing, focus, and tone of the sex education curriculum reflects that of the provincial one, taught in public schools.

      Sex and health education at schools on OurKids.net

        Follows provincial curriculum - 50%
        Does not follow prrovincial curriculum - 50%
      

      Approach to sex and health education: Mostly value-neutral

      Bishop's College School has a approach Mostly value-neutral (as opposed to Fairly value-based approach).

      [Show: About Mostly value-neutral?]

      By and large, students are taught about sex free of any particular moral or ethical standpoint. The school doesn't impose any particular values or value systems (such as social, political, or ideological values) on students when teaching sex and related issues.

      What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    
    

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    • Sex and health education
  • Curriculum Pace Standard-enriched
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    This refers to the rate at which students move through the curriculum (e.g., topics, textbook material, skills, etc.). Curriculum pace is often defined in comparison to provincial standards.

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    Curriculum Pace approach at Bishop's College School: Standard-enriched

    Bishop's College School has a Standard-enriched approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Accelerated, Student-paced approach).

    [Show: About Standard-enriched?]

    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.

    Curriculum Pace at schools on OurKids.net

      Standard-enriched - 34%
      Accelerated - 33%
      Student-paced - 33%
    

    What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

    Flexible pacing style

    Flexible pacing style	offered
    Subject-streaming (tracking)
    Multi-age classrooms as standard
    Ability-grouping (in-class) as common
    Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace)
    Regular guided independent study opportunities
    Differentiated assessment

    What Bishop's College School says about flexible pacing: This information is not currently available.

  • Academic Culture Rigorous
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    Through the collective mindset of teachers, administrators, students, and parents, each school develops and maintains its own academic culture. This generally relates to the norms and expectations created around academic performance. Many parents look to private schools because they want a specific type of culture. Some want a rigorous environment that will elevate their child to new heights. Others want a nurturing environment that will help their child develop a passion for learning.

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    Academic Culture approach at Bishop's College School: Rigorous

    Bishop's College School has a Rigorous approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Supportive approach).

    [Show: About 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”.

    Academic Culture at schools on OurKids.net

      Rigorous - 50%
      Supportive - 50%
    

    What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

  • Developmental priorities Balanced
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    Schools have specific goals regarding how they want their educate and develop their students. This is part of a school's overall philosophy or vision, which is contained in its mission statement. While they tend have several developmental aims, schools tend to priortize certain aims, such as intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional, or physical development.

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    Primary Developmental Priority: Balanced

    "Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation."

    Secondary Developmental Priority: Intellectual

    The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."

    What Bishop's College School says: BCS is dedicated to helping students become well-round global citizens. Through rigorous academics, daily athletics, social activities, leadership and team-building, students experience a truly international and balanced approach to learning and life. Our core values (Lead, Grow, Engage, Experience, Explore) shape the students' personal and academic journeys. We learn together in a diverse and inclusive community, where each individual contributes to the BCS family. 

  • Special needs support
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    Schools offer a wide range of approaches and services to support students with special needs. This may include individualized learning, one-on-one support, small classes, resource rooms, and learning aids. These supports may be provided in a number of different environments such as a dedicated special needs school or class, an integrated class, a withdrawal class, or a regular class with resource support or in-class adaptations.

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    What Bishop's College School says about their special need support: To best accommodate all students at BCS, we have multiple supports available to provide the tools necessary for success. The R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre has promoted this mission for over a decade and is central to the culture of excellence at BCS. A students' level of need and support is assessed on an individual level. Please contact the school directly to see if we have the tools to accommodate your child's needs.

    Academic Support:

    Subject Type	offered
    Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation
    Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties

    Mild but clinically diagnosed ADHD:

    Subject Type	offered
    Accommodations
    Modifications
    Extra support

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    A - Forms of Support

    Accommodation:

    Modification:

    Remediation:

    B - Environments

    Indirect Support:

    Resource Assistance:

    Withdrawal Assistance:

    Partial Integration:

    Full-Time Class:

    
    

    Special NeedNeed

    Forms of SupportA

    EnvironmentsB

    ADHD

    • Learning disabilities
      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.

      Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

      This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.

      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.

      Dysgraphia

      This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.

      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.

      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.

      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.
    • Developmental
      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).

      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.

      Down syndrome

      his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.

      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).

      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.

      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.
    • Behavioral and Emotional
      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.

      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.

      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.

      Suicidal thoughts

      This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.

      Drug and alcohol abuse

      This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.

      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.
    • Physical
      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.

      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.

      Muscular dystrophy

      Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.

      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.

      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.

      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."

      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).

      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.

      Multiple physical

      Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.

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  • Gifted learner support Dedicated gifted school
    [Show definition of Gifted learner support]

    Schools support students with gifted or advanced learning abilities in a several ways. Whether they offer a full-time gifted program or part-time support, they normally provide some form of accelerated learning (delivering content at a faster pace) or enrichment (covering content more broadly or deeply). Many schools also offer a wide range of in-class adaptations to support advanced learners, such as guided independent studies, project-based learning, and career exploration.

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    Curriculum delivery: Enrichment (The main focus is on enrichment. This means that while students may work at a marginally quicker pace than public school peers, the primary aim is to study subject in broader and deeper ways.)

    In-class adaptations:

    Program	offered
    Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement)
    Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement)
    Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement)
    Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement)
    Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others)
    Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement)
    Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement)
    Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement)
    Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement)

    What Bishop's College School says: This information is not currently available.

  • Language bilingual / dual-immersion
    Bishop's College School is a bilingual / dual-immersion school with English, French as the primary language of instruction:

    English - 80%								French - 20%

    Language of enrollment include: This information is not currently available.
  • Homework Policy
    [Show definition of Homework Policy]

    Homework is work that's assigned to students for completion outside of regular class time. There's a long-standing debate over homework. Should homework be assigned to school-age children? If so, in what grades? And how much homework should be assigned? In selecting the right school for your child, it's important to look closely at a school's homework policy.

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    In grade Gr. 12, Bishop's College School students perform an average of >2 hours of homework per night.

    Nightly Homework

    	7	8	9	10	11	12
    Bishop's College School	90 mins	90 mins	90 mins	120 mins	120 mins	160 mins
    Site Average	51 mins	55 mins	69 mins	80 mins	98 mins	107 mins

    What Bishop's College School says about their flipped classroom policy: This information is not currently available.

  • Report Card Policy
    [Show definition of Report Card Policy]

    While all schools measure individual progress and achievement in students, they have different ways of doing this. For instance, many traditional schools gauge progress through report cards, which give students lettered or numbered grades. Other schools, meanwhile, measure progress in other ways, either in addition to or instead of giving grades. For instance, they may offer prose-based feedback (i.e, comments), academic achievement reporting, habits and behaviour reporting, and parent-teacher meetings. In choosing the right school for your child, take a close look at its policy for measuring the individual progress of students.

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    How assessments are delivered across the grades:

    Lettered or numbered grades	Gr. 7 to Gr. 12
    Parent-teacher meetings	Gr. 7 to Gr. 12

• Extracurriculars

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  While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.

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  What Bishop's College School says:

  • All students participate in a competitive or recreational sport of their choice, five days a week.
  • We call after-school sports "crease."
  • All students participate in three creases per year: fall, winter, and spring.
  • BCS athletic facilities include an on-campus indoor hockey rink, two full-size basketball courts, a 40-foot climbing wall, three international squash courts, and a newly renovated fitness centre. Outdoor facilities include six sport fields, a fully renovated tennis court complex, a softball field, and several kilometres of wooded cross-country trails.
  • BCS had a strong culture of student leadership.
  • Our involvement with global organizations such as Round Square, Duke of Edinburgh, and Ondaatje Endeavour encourages students to volunteer for service projects locally and internationally.

  Sports offered

  Competitive sports: 16
  Recreational sports: 9

  Legend:     Competitive offered           Recreational offered

  all sports]

  • Archery
  • Curling
  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Cricket
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Cycling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Equestrian
  • Fencing
  • Field Hockey
  • Figure Skating
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Ice Hockey
  • Ice Skating
  • Lacrosse
  • Martial Arts
  • Mountain biking
  • Racquet Ball
  • Rowing
  • Rugby
  • Running
  • Sailing
  • Skateboarding
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
  • Weightlifting
  • Wrestling

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  Clubs offered

  Bishop's College School offers 18 clubs and extracurricular programs.

  Legend:     Clubs offered           Clubs not offered

  all clubs and programs]

    Foreign Language Club

    Habitat for Humanity

    Jazz Ensemble

    Math Club

    Musical theatre/Opera

    Ballet and Classical Ballet

    Online Magazine

    Outdoor Club

    Outdoor Education

    Paintball

    Photography

    Poetry/Literature club

    Radio club

    Robotics club

    Round Square

    School newspaper

    Science Club

    Scouting

    Student Council

    Yearbook

    Yoga

    Animation

    Art Club

    Astronomy Club

    Audiovisual Club

    Band

    Chess Club

    Choir

    Community Service

    Computer Club

    Dance Club

    Debate Club

    Drama Club

    Environmental Club

  
  

• Tuition & Financial Aid

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  This can depend on a number of factors, including the type of school, living arrangements, what’s included in tuition, school location, resources, and facilities. Many private schools in Canada have tuition that ranges between $6,000 and $12,000 a year. While some schools, such as schools which provide room and board, can be more expensive, many of these schools provide ways to defray the costs of tuition. For instance, they may offer merit-based scholarships or needs-based financial aid (often referred to as “bursaries” or “subsidies”).

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  Day Day (International) Boarding (Domestic) Boarding (International)

   

  	7	8	9	10	11	12
  Day	$30,000
  Day (International)	$51,000
  Boarding (Domestic)	$63,750
  Boarding (International)	$75,710

  
  

  What Bishop's College School says about their tuition: Tuition breakdown includes tuition, services, student security deposit, annual technology fee, and student fund contribution. For more information please visit https://www.bishopscollegeschool.com/admissions/tuition-financial-assistance.

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  Discounts

  Discount Type	Enrolment Type	Amount
  Full payment	all students	$600
  2nd child (sibling)	all students	10%

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  Need-based financial aid

  Grade range that need-based aid is offered:	7 to 12
  Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid	40%
  Average aid package size	$23,800
  Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid	40%
  Total aid available	$10,000,000

  Application Deadline:

  Rolling deadline

  More information:

  https://www.applefinancialservices.ca/

  Application Details:

  This school works with Apple Financial Inc. for processing financial applications
  Financial Assistance is awarded to families based on their demonstrated financial need. Applications for financial assistance are all reviewed by the BCS Financial Assistance Committee and evaluated based on a family’s needs and the school’s funds. Priority is given to applications from families who meet our financial assistance criteria and whose children demonstrate the greatest potential to contribute to the Bishop's College School mission. To apply for assistance, families must complete the application form on the website of Apple Financial Services. Apple Financial will analyze applications to determine need prior to consideration by the BCS Financial Assistance Committee. New student applications may be submitted to Apple Financial Services after February 1 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Amounts awarded depend upon demonstrated need and the BCS Foundation funds available. Every effort is made to distribute financial assistance as broadly and equitably as possible. Financial assistance may be renewed from year to year and is conditional upon continued, verifiable need, as well as full payment of outstanding accounts. Renewal applications for students currently receiving financial assistance must be completed annually and submitted to Apple Financial Services for review by February 1.

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  Merit based Scholarships

  Bishop's College School does not offer merit-based financial awards.

• Enrollment

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  Private schools come in all shapes and sizes. Some larger schools have enrolment numbers in the thousands, while some smaller schools have only a few dozen students. Boarding schools tend to be on the larger side, while alternative schools, such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf, are normally smaller. Besides the overall size of school, there are other important facts you’ll want to know about a school’s enrolment. For instance, here you can learn about a school’s enrolment for separate streams (if they have them), such as day and boarding, its average class size, and its average enrolment per grade.

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  Enrolment Details:

  	Grades	Gender	Living Arrangement	Enrolment
  Group 1	Gr. 7 to Gr. 12	Coed	Day	50
  Group 2	Gr. 7 to Gr. 12	Coed	Boarding	220

  Additional Statistics:

  Total enrolment	270
  Average class size	12 to 15
  % of international students (total enrolment)	40%
  Number of different nationalities within student population	42
  Five-day boarding program offered	No

  Student Distribution:

  This information is not currently available.

• Admission

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  Private schools in Canada have admissions policies. All schools have some required application materials, though these vary between schools. These may include letters of application, application fees, essays, and exams (such as the SSAT). Many schools also require interviews with prospective students, either with their parents, on their own, or both. Schools also have different standards and priorities when evaluating student applications, different acceptance rates (which may vary between grade levels), and target different kinds of students. To improve your child’s chances of acceptance, you should find out everything you can about a school’s admissions policies and how they assess applicants.

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  Admissions Requirements

  Assessment	Required	Grades
  Interview		7 - 12
  SSAT
  SSAT (out of province)
  Entrance Exam(s)
  Entrance Essay
  English Language Eligibility Certificate

  Day students: Rolling
  Boarding students: Rolling
  Offer mid-year entry: N/A

  Fees:

  Application fee: N/A
  Registration fee: N/A
  Deposit: N/A

  What Bishop's College School says:

  BCS works on 'rolling admissions,' meaning we will accept applications year-round. We do, however, recommend that students apply by February 1 for enrolment the following September. 

  Tour our Campus
  As part of the admissions process, we are excited to help schedule a student-led tour of our campus for you and your family. This is the best way for you to see the school in action and get a sense of what BCS is all about. Individual tours may be done virtually or in-person at BCS and tours are organized on weekdays at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, or 2:00 PM EST.

  Necessary Documents

  • A copy of your birth certificate (with the names of both parents) along with the English translation by a certified translator.
  • A copy of your passport (in .jpeg format)
  • A copy of your 2019-2020 report card
  • A copy of your 2020-2021 report card
  • A copy of your 2021-2022 (incomplete & when available) report card
  • The Confidential Report to be completed by a current teacher, preferably a math or English teacher
  • Any additional documents (individualized learning plan, psychoeducational assessment, standardized testing, etc.)

  Schedule an Interview
  All prospective students must complete an interview with a member of the Admissions Team. Interviews usually takes 30 minutes and can be done in-person or by Zoom on weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM EST.

  Complete Math & English Worksheets
  All applicants complete a BCS Math worksheet.
  All applicants whose first language is English complete the BCS English worksheet.
  All applicants whose first language is not English complete the BCS English as a Second Language worksheet. 

  The Math and English Worksheets can take up to two hours to complete.  They can be completed on campus or under the supervision of a teacher or office worker affiliated with your current school. If you choose to have the worksheets done remotely, please provide the Admissions Team with the contact information of the person who has agreed to supervise these subject reviews.

  Results from the SSAT or TOEFL Junior completed within the current year may be submitted in lieu of these worksheets. Additional testing may be required in some cases.

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  Acceptance

  Acceptance Rate: N/A

  This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.

  
  

  Day Boarding
  

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  Student Entry Points

  This shows approximately how many openings there are likely to be in each grade in a typical year, as well as the estimated acceptance rate for each grade level.

  
  

  Student Type	7	8	9	10	11	12
  Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	0	0	0	0	0	0
  Boarding Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	0	0	0	0	0	0

  Type of student Bishop's College School is looking for:
  We are looking for well-balanced students.

• University Placement

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  Where graduates of a school do their post-secondary studies can be an important factor in choosing a private school. Do you want your child to go to a Canadian university, an Ivy league school in the US, or some other institute? Regardless of your inclinations, take a look at a school’s university placement record, and the services they offer to support university applications and decisions.

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  Key Numbers

  Average graduating class size	45
  Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation	100%

  Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada	20%
  Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK)	5

  Post-Secondary Schools Attended

  
  

  • Canada 38 universities
    • Acadia University
    • Algonquin College
    • Bishop's University
    • Carleton University
    • Concordia University
    • Dalhousie University
    • Laurentian University
    • Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology
    • McGill University
    • McMaster University
    • Mount Allison University
    • Mount Royal University
    • NSCAD University
    • OCAD University
    • Queen's University
    • Red Deer College
    • Royal Military College of Canada
    • Ryerson University
    • Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
    • Simon Fraser University
    • St. Francis Xavier University
    • St. Lawrence College
    • St. Thomas University
    • Trent University
    • Université de Laval
    • University of Alberta
    • University of British Columbia
    • University of Guelph
    • University of Ontario Institute of Technology
    • University of Ottawa
    • University of Prince Edward Island
    • University of Toronto
    • University of Victoria
    • University of Waterloo
    • University of Windsor
    • Western University
    • Wilfrid Laurier University
    • York University
  • United States 31 universities
    • American University
    • Bentley University
    • Boston University
    • Bowdoin College
    • Carleton College
    • Clarkson University
    • Florida International University
    • Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    • Johns Hopkins University
    • Loyola Marymount University
    • Manhattanville College
    • Merrimack College
    • Michigan State University
    • New York University
    • Northeastern University
    • Ohio State University
    • Randolph College
    • Rollins College
    • Saint Louis University
    • Saint Mary's College of California
    • Seton Hall University
    • Stanford University
    • Stony Brook University, SUNY
    • Syracuse University
    • Thomas Aquinas College
    • University at Buffalo (SUNY)
    • University of Pennsylvania
    • University of San Francisco
    • University of South Florida
    • University of Vermont
    • Wheaton College (IL)
  • International 12 universities
    • Brunel University London
    • City, University of London
    • École hôtelière de Lausanne
    • Imperial College London
    • London School of Economics and Political Science
    • Maastricht University
    • Oxford Brookes University
    • Royal Holloway, University of London
    • Trinity College Dublin
    • University of Birmingham
    • University of Edinburgh
    • University of Westminster

  
  

  Areas of Study

  • Bishop's College School
  • OurKids.net Site Average

  Bishop's College School Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:

  This information is not currently available.

  Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:

    25% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
    25% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
    24% - Business/Commerce
    5% - Fine and Performing Arts
    14% - Applied Health Sciences
    2% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
    6% - Other
  

  
  

  Services Offered to Students

  Career planning	N/A
  Internships	N/A

  Mentorship Program
  University counseling

  What Bishop's College School says:

  • Eligible Grade 12 students have the unique opportunity to take classes at Bishop's University as part of our Bridge Program.
  • BCS is an official SAT testing centre and offers SAT prep workshops twice a year.

• Notable Alumni

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  Many private schools in Canada have numerous graduates who have gone on to great things. Learn about a school’s most influential, important, successful, and famous alumni.

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  Alumnus	Grad Year	Accomplishment
  Sir H. Montagu Allan	1878	Banker, Lieutenant-Colonel, and Deputy Chairman of the Allen Shipping Line. Donated the Allen Cup (hockey).
  Jake Eberts	1959	Award-winning film producer, with such notable films as: Chariots of Fire, Gandhi, Dances with Wolves, and Chicken Run.
  Reginald Fessenden	1884	Pioneering inventor in radio. Conducted possibly the first radio transmission of voice and music.
  Harry Wickwire Foster	1920	Major General who commanded two Canadian divisions in the Second World War.
  Andrew Hamilton Gault	1900	UK Member of Parliament and Brigadier General. Privately raised the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry for the First World War.
  Sir William Heneker	1885	A Canadian born General of the British Army, (one of only a few to reach this rank). A respected military strategist and thinker.
  George Hurst	1944	Celebrated conductor. Chief Conductor of the BBC Philharmonic, and visiting professor at the Royal Academy of Music in London
  Hartland MacDougall	1894	Ran MacDougall, MacDougall and MacTier, a prominent Montreal investment firm. Hockey player inducted into the Canada Sports Hall of Fame. Helped create the Montreal Forum.
  Andrew McNaughton	1905	Canada's leading General during the first phase of World War II. Also served as Chief of the General Staff, a diplomat, and politician.
  Eric Molson	1955	Chairman of Molson Coors and Chancellor of Concordia University. Honorary director of the Bank of Montreal. Member of the Order of Canada.
  Hartland Molson	1925	Canadian Senator, noted philanthropist and member of the Molson family, and owner of the Montreal Canadians
  Michael Ondaatje	1961	Canadian author and poet. Winner of the Booker Prize for "The English Patient". Also won the Governor General's Award.

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  Alumni Highlights

  • Homecoming - BCS hosts a Homecoming weekend every year at the end of September to welcome alumni and friends back to campus.
  • Annual BCS Golf Tournament - A popular event during Homecoming weekend benefitting student scholarships and financial aid.
  • Heneker-Williams Society - Created by the Board of Directors of the BCS Association in 1998 to honour individuals who, by leadership and example, have set the standard for volunteer support of Bishop’s College School and King’s Hall, Compton.
  • Annual Alumni Soccer Game, BCS vs Stanstead - The yearly tradition dates back to 2012 when Stanstead College beat out a strong BCS side to win the first soccer game played in Mexico with alumni from both local schools.
  • Annual Alumni & Friends Hockey Tournament - Every year, we host a friendly hockey tournament where our past students form teams and compete against each other for fame and glory.
  • Annual Toronto Golf Tournament
  • Annual Cadet Review - For over 150 years, the BCS No. 2 Cadet Corps has had an annual inspection in which all our students participate. Alumni & friends are invited to attend. Alumni who have served at least four years in a cadet corps are also eligible to receive a Cadet Service Medal during the ceremony.
  • The BCS Bulletin - BCS releases a bi-annual magazine featuring school news, alumni community events, class notes, and articles highlighting members from the BCS community.

• Principal's Message

  Michel Lafrance, Head of School

  Founded in 1836, our stunning 250-acre campus is home to a globally diverse group of engaged and motivated students preparing to impact the world. With challenging programs designed to inspire, motivate, and stretch each student’s mind, body, heart, and soul, BCS is a unique place where young men and women can be themselves, develop respect for others, and learn the true meaning of leadership, character, generosity, and integrity. We are preparing students for a life of continuous curiosity and instilling in them the essence of becoming compassionate and purposeful global citizens.

  Now in my second year at the school, I am struck with how connected I feel to the history, culture, and people that make up this wonderfully diverse and vibrant community. I have learned much about the school’s 185-year history, but most importantly I have met the people who make up this community. The stories I hear all have a common thread: a deep love for the school, the friendships made, and the lessons learned inside and outside the classroom. For most, it has been life-changing and the influence of a teacher, houseparent, staff member, coach, or classmate has molded their personal and professional path. 

  BCS is a special place that offers a unique experience and we are committed to continuing to see the school thrive. Thousands of students have come through the doors and thousands more will do the same before the school celebrates its 200th anniversary in 2036. We have much to be thankful for.

  BCS provides a multitude of opportunities to explore, expand, and learn. The culture of equality and respect represents our diverse community and the rapidly-changing world that our students are growing up in. If there is one sentiment that I believe all BCS community members should feel, it is pride. We are proud that BCS is a leader in independent school education. We are grateful that our faculty, staff, administration, and volunteers are committed to educating and shaping the next generation of global citizens and world leaders. We appreciate that our students value and cherish respect, perseverance, exploration, independence, and leadership.

  I hope you enjoy learning more about what makes BCS unique, why students are happy here, and why our mission is to create a caring community of learning and development, where cultures connect and individuals matter. 

  I wish you and your family health and happiness and a year ahead filled with joy and fulfillment.

  Kind regards,

  
  Michel Lafrance
  32nd Head of School

  

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• Frequently Asked Questions

  Does Bishop's College School have good reviews?
  You can read 1 review about Bishop's College School via this link.

  When is the application deadline for Bishop's College School?
  The application deadline for day students is typically open year-round based on availability. The application deadline for boarding students is typically open year-round based on availability. More application details are available here.

  What is the curriculum pace at Bishop's College School?
  Bishop's College School has a Standard-enriched approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Accelerated or Student-paced). Learn more about curriculum pace here.

  How many students attend Bishop's College School?
  There are 270 students enrolled at Bishop's College School from Gr. 7 to Gr. 12. 40% are international students. 50 are Day students. 220 are Boarding students. More details about enrollment are available here.

  Does Bishop's College School offer busing?
  Yes

  Do students at Bishop's College School wear uniforms?
  Yes