The need for boarding

“Boarding has come around again to be exactly what I think a lot of young people need.”
—Innes Van Nostrand, principal, Appleby College

Before the Golden Goal, or the Stanley Cup wins, or the NHL draft, Sidney Crosby was a student at boarding school, something that many Canadians may find surprising. But he was. As a tween, Crosby and his parents recognized that he needed something more than he was getting at home in Cole Harbour, NS. He was excelling in school, yet there were social pressures. In minor league hockey, Crosby was clearly more skilled than his peers, something that may have been celebrated, yet was increasingly resented. On the ice, and in the stands, he was becoming a target of aggression.

All of that—academics, athletic development, social development—were factors that prompted a consideration of options beyond those available locally. For Crosby and his parents, it was less about sending him away than it was recognizing and seeking the support he needed at a critical and decisive time in his life.

He enrolled at Shattuck-St. Mary’s, a boarding school in Faribault, Minnesota. From the moment he arrived he was immersed in a community that would allow him to grow into the person he wished to become. The academics were strong, as was the culture. “I loved the atmosphere,” Crosby later reflected. “You lived together, went to class together, traveled and played together. You got to know each other—everyone—a lot faster and a lot better.”

Athletically the school was exceptional. Renowned coaching attracted like-minded and equally skilled hockey players. Crosby joined others who, like him, were also bound for careers in professional hockey: Jonathan Toews, Zach Parise, Kyle Okposo and Jack Johnson. In every way he found what speaker, educator, and author Ken Robinson would describe as his “element”: “the place where the things you love to do and the things that you are good at come together.”

When criticisms are levied against private schooling as elitist or exclusive, Sidney Crosby isn’t the kind of student that critics have in mind. He didn’t intend to become a political leader, a titan of industry, or an academic. He also didn’t come from a family that operated within those rarefied worlds. After graduating he hasn’t made a career within any of the industries that we might feel that boarding school is designed to reflect.

Further, the school he attended doesn’t reflect the images of boarding school that crowd the popular imagination. At Hogwarts a talking hat sorts students into houses; in “The Imitation Game” a young Alan Turing is trapped by bullies beneath the floorboards; in “Dead Poets Society,” Robin Williams stands on the desk and teaches poetry. In books and film, boarding schools are rank with dark halls, oak paneling, and they groan beneath the weight of dust, history, and intrigue.

It may be disappointing to some, but they don’t in life. "Walk into any boarding school today,” says Anne-Marie Kee, Executive Director of CAIS, “and you'll find a vibrant, highly energized student body, housed in first-rate surroundings and engaged in more activities than you can imagine.”

The school Crosby attended is a testament to that. While some of the buildings are old, the school as it exists today is still young. It opened in 1972. It is renowned for its academics, though the focus is less on the liberal arts than in providing a centre of excellence in a few select areas, including bioscience and engineering. Athletics are a focus, though in soccer and hockey, not rowing or polo.

That Crosby considered boarding at all is a reminder that, like any social institution, it has changed over time. Had he been born one hundred years earlier, or just fifty years earlier, he wouldn’t have been a candidate for boarding school, nor would his family presumably have considered it an option. By the same token, the education he found there likely wouldn’t have reflected his needs or his temperament.

Today, however, there are new ideas, new approaches, and a broader range of options. “I think it’s a time of rejuvenation or resurrection,” says Innes van Nostrand, principle of Appleby College in Oakville. After a period of decline, he says, “boarding has come around again to be exactly what I think a lot of young people need. The additional piece that boarding adds,” namely an environment that is supportive and expansive, and which allows for greater independence, “has become a huge priority, or at least it should be, and addresses a big gap in the development of young people.”

For Crosby, boarding school wasn’t only an option, it was a solution. His experience there became an important part of his development as a person, as a student, and as an athlete. It helped him along the road to success by amplifying his strengths and managing his access to the areas of his life that may otherwise have become problematic.

Today, all of that is more typical of boarding school than some people might allow. Likewise, boarding schools reflect a long and rich historical and cultural tradition, though the true basis of that tradition is not necessarily what most people might think. Some of the wood paneling might remain, but even then it’s largely anachronistic. Cold showers, per the ones that Prince Charles bemoaned at Gordonstoun, are a distant memory, as is the thinking behind them. Far more than the tartans or the buildings, the crests or the pranks, is a desire to prepare students for an active role in the world that they will move into after graduation.

Crosby wasn’t seeking a life in the clergy, the military, political life, or business. Rather, he needed a school that would prepare him for the world he intended to live in, namely, the world of professional hockey in the 21st century. Which is exactly what it did.

Find Private Schools:

In the spotlight:

Focusing on affordability in private education
Trinity College School’s financial assistance program [Read more]
Where learning takes root
The progressive Kindergarten program at Hudson College [Read more]

Start here: Five steps to finding the perfect school.

List of boarding schools


Albert College Belleville, Ontario — At Albert College, every student is an 'A' student. From Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 our students experience all 5 of the Albert 'A’ s; Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship and Adventure programming. View School Profile. Over 160 years of experience Scholarships, bursaries and financial assistance available Live-in, full time boarding staff International student body from 20+ countries Inclusive, welcoming and supportive family environment Grades: PS to 12 (Coed) Type: Traditional Tuition: $18,700 to $75,400 Living: Day/Boarding Enrollment: 303 Avg. Class: 15 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (2) Virtual Open House: Mar 07	Albert College	18700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
St. John's-Kilmarnock School 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. Accredited IB World Continuum School Experienced, passionate, professional teachers Project-based, design-thinking experiential learning Extensive co-curricular programmes in athletics, arts, leadership and community service Outdoor experiential learning 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 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (2)	St. John's-Kilmarnock School	19720	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
The Bishop Strachan School Toronto, Ontario — The Bishop Strachan School is a leading independent JK-Grade 12 day & boarding school for girls. Students build the academic skills to thrive at university and beyond. Over $2 million available in financial assistance. View School Profile. Founded in 1867 Specializing in the learning needs of the 'whole girl' Co-curricular programs and clubs 100 per cent university placement Extensive leadership opportunities Grades: JK to 12 (Girls) Type: Progressive, Reggio Emilia Tuition: $35,800 to $69,145 Living: Day/Boarding Enrollment: 1000 Avg. Class: 18 to 20 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (1) School Videos (2)	The Bishop Strachan School	35800	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
Trinity College School Port Hope, Ontario — At TCS, an excellent education means students remain open to learning throughout life and doing something positive with what they have learned. View School Profile. AP Capstone school with extensive AP course offerings Rural campus setting with 100 acres of fields and facilities Academic and service learning travel education programs Personalized guidance and support for academics and health and wellness State-of-the-art athletic centre Grades: 5 to 12 (Coed) Type: Traditional Tuition: $28,000 to $77,500 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 570 Avg. Class: 12 to 16 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (11) School Videos (2)	Trinity College School	28000	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Upper Canada College Toronto, Ontario — Located in the heart of Toronto, UCC provides transformational learning experiences with exceptional day and boarding programs. Our highly sought-after graduates are awarded International Baccalaureate and OSSD diplomas. View School Profile. High-achieving, all-round students Challenging but rewarding IB program First rate academics, athletics and arts 19 different sports and 80+ clubs Boutique urban boarding program Grades: SK to 12 (Boys) Type: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $36,750 to $71,875 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 1200 Avg. Class: 20 to 25 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (3) School Videos (2)	Upper Canada College	36750	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Boys
Rosseau Lake College Rosseau, Ontario — Through extraordinary learning opportunities rooted in meaningful outdoor education experiences in our unique natural environment, RLC graduates develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to take on any challenge. View School Profile. Extraordinary learning opportunities embedded in rich outdoor education experiences. 100% of our 2020 graduates were accepted at their top schools of choice. Discovery Days that challenge students to imagine, create and articulate independent projects. Seven Generations Program celebrating Indigenous teachings and culture. Essential learning that builds leaders and global stewards. Grades: 7 to 12 (Coed) Type: Progressive Tuition: $11,350 to $66,300 Living: Day/Boarding Enrollment: 120 Avg. Class: 15 to 18 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (3) School Videos (1) Open House: Apr 26	Rosseau Lake College	11350	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Appleby College Oakville, Ontario — Appleby College in Oakville is recognized globally as one of Canada's leading independent schools. Breadth, excellence, innovation and caring are the characteristics that define the essence of the Appleby experience. View School Profile. Over $5.0 million in financial assistance annually 20 AP courses & AP Capstone programme Social Emotional Learning and Positive Education S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus Student Leadership programme Grades: 7 to 12 (Coed) Type: Liberal Arts Tuition: $41,030 to $81,870 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 785 Avg. Class: 12 to 16 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (2)	Appleby College	41030	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Lakefield College School Lakefield, Ontario — Focussed on Community First, Outdoors Every Day, and Authentic Learning, LCS offers a world-class, individualized, day/boarding program (Grades 9 -12) designed for students to be leaders who care, connect and contribute. View School Profile. Worldwide university acceptances 315 acres on Lake Katchewanooka AP Capstone School Harkness Method Leadership, Character, Values Program Grades: 9 to 12 (Coed) Type: Liberal Arts Tuition: $38,600 to $79,200 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 425 Avg. Class: 15 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (10) School Videos (4)	Lakefield College School	38600	HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Branksome Hall Toronto, Ontario — Branksome Hall is Toronto’s only all-girls, all-years International Baccalaureate (IB) World School developing the leaders of tomorrow through the nurturing of curiosity and critical thinking at every age. View School Profile. 13-acre downtown campus Athletics and Wellness Centre IB programs: JK to Grade 12 Leadership opportunities Boarding starting in Grade 7 Grades: JK to 12 (Girls) Type: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $37,130 to $75,020 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 960 Avg. Class: 16 to 22 View School Profile Our Kids Review School Videos (1)	Branksome Hall	37130	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
Havergal College Toronto, Ontario — Havergal has been preparing young women to make a difference since 1894 through its innovative curriculum and future-ready programming with a focus on wellness and student agency. View School Profile. Beautiful 22-acre campus in the heart of Toronto. Innovative curriculum and future-ready programming for students. Small class sizes with a focus on wellness and student agency. Award-winning Art, Music and Drama departments. More than 80 co-curricular athletic teams. Grades: JK to 12 (Girls) Type: Liberal Arts Tuition: $36,950 to $68,540 Living: Boarding/Day Enrollment: 1000 Avg. Class: 18 to 22 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (5) School Videos (2)	Havergal College	36950	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
Royal Crown School Scarborough, Ontario — RCS’s purpose is to unleash the potential in each student and set them on the path for a successful life. We provide rigorous academics with individual attention in a diverse, energizing, and caring environment. View School Profile. Rigorous progressive academics Small class sizes (10-15 students in each class) Individual attention and care from teachers and guidance counselors to guarantee academic success Best-in-class elite & developmental basketball programs led by renowned coaches Diverse student body with international students from all over the world and elite student athletes Grades: 7 to 12 (Coed) Type: Progressive Tuition: $22,800 Living: Day/Boarding Enrollment: 300 Avg. Class: 10 to 15 View School Profile Our Kids Review User Reviews (1) School Videos (2) Open House: Mar 07	Royal Crown School	22800	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Académie Ste-Cécile International School Windsor, Ontario — JK- 12/IB/AP , inter-faith/R.C.co-ed day, and boarding located in Windsor, ON Family of Schools includes Nursery, Elementary and Secondary Schools, athletic facilities, performing arts wing (music and dance studios). View School Profile. Small student teacher ratio Average class size of 12 students Offering courses from three different curricula (IB, AP and OSSD) Individual student care Family atmosphere Grades: JK to 12 (Coed) Type: Traditional, International Baccalaureate Tuition: $10,950 to $50,000 Living: Day/Boarding Enrollment: 250 Avg. Class: 10 to 16 View School Profile School Videos (2)	Académie Ste-Cécile International School	10950	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
featured North Star Academy View Profile Laval, Quebec 7 to 12 Coed $13,150 to $20,900 North Star Academy Laval is the only private English high school in Laval. We offer small classroom sizes for individualized attention. We teach not only for school but for life! Certificate of eligibility not required. Day/Boarding Traditional User Reviews (2)	North Star Academy	13150	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
featured Robert Land Academy View Profile Wellandport, Ontario 5 to 12 Boys $61,200 to $65,200 Robert Land Academy, established in 1978, is a private military-inspired boarding school (Gr 5-12) helping boys to experience validation, realize their potential and gain admission to post-secondary programs. Boarding Traditional Our Kids Review User Reviews (1)	Robert Land Academy	61200	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Boys
featured Glenlyon Norfolk School View Profile Victoria, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $20,840 to $73,145 GNS is an independent JK-12 International Baccalaureate boarding and day school in Victoria, BC, that challenges and supports each of our students to do their best through truth and courage in learning and in life. Boarding/Day/Homestay Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Glenlyon Norfolk School	20840	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Homestay Coed
featured Nancy Campbell Academy View Profile Stratford, Ontario Ontario Street/Waterloo Street South 7 to 12 Coed $9,750 to $37,275 Stratford, Ontario, Private Secondary School dedicated to inspiring students to achieve their individual potential through academic excellence while fostering a spirit of service to society. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts User Reviews (10)	Nancy Campbell Academy	9750	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
featured Laureate College View Profile Burlington, Ontario Hwy 6/Dundas Street 9 to 12 Coed $9,600 to $44,800 Our belief is “Forward Learning. Transforming People”. We focus on developing 21st century learning skills through collaborative discussions and inquiry-based thinking to prepare students with global competencies. Boarding/Day/eSchool Traditional	Laureate College	9600	HighSchools Boarding Day eSchool Coed
featured McDonald International Academy View Profile Toronto, Ontario 9 to 12 Coed $10,000 to $29,300 Located in the heart of Toronto, McDonald International Academy offers programs for grades 9 to 12 . Our average class size is 10 to 20 students. Day/Boarding Traditional	McDonald International Academy	10000	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
featured SPIRE Academy View Profile Geneva, Ohio(USA) 9 to 12 Coed US $42,000 to US $65,000 SPIRE ACADEMY is an international, high school and post graduate sports performance training and education academy, located within a world class event and wellness complex. Boarding Progressive	SPIRE Academy	42000	HighSchools Boarding Coed
featured The Hill Academy View Profile Caledon, Ontario 5 to 12 Coed $24,500 to $53,000 The Hill Academy is Canada's premier independent school for dedicated student-athletes. Students are challenged in a supportive, environment to explore the boundaries of their academic, athletic and leadership potential. Boarding/Day Traditional	The Hill Academy	24500	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
featured St. Michaels University School View Profile Victoria, British Columbia Richmond Rd/McRae Ave K to 12 Coed $22,150 to $79,130 Independent Kindergarten to Grade 12 boarding and day school in Victoria, BC, Canada focusing on outstanding preparation for life. Find out how a SMUS education can benefit your family. Boarding/Day Progressive User Reviews (3)	St. Michaels University School	22150	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
featured Stanstead College View Profile Stanstead, Quebec Dufferin Street/Willow Lane 7 to 12 Coed $25,455 to $79,770 An English school in a French milieu, Stanstead College is located on the Quebec-Vermont border, offering rigorous university-prep, Grades 7 to 12, in a secure, family-focused learning environment. Boarding/Day Traditional User Reviews (5)	Stanstead College	25455	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
featured Applewood Academy for Progressive Learning View Profile Belleville, Ontario 1 to 12 Coed $28,944 to $83,937 We are a therapeutic boarding school for Gr. 1-12 students requiring individualized academic, clinical, and behaviour-management solutions in small class sizes and professional home stay or boarding environments Boarding/Day Progressive User Reviews (1)	Applewood Academy for Progressive Learning	28944	Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
featured St. Margaret's School View Profile Victoria, British Columbia JK to 12 Girls $18,860 to $72,555 St. Margaret's School is a girl-centred day and boarding school, an IB World School (DP Candidate), and Canada’s first all-girls STEM-X school. Leadership skills are a core focus. Boarding/Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (7)	St. Margaret's School	18860	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
featured Rothesay Netherwood School View Profile Rothesay, New Brunswick Rothesay Rd/College Hill Rd 6 to 12 Coed $24,520 to $69,100 Our unique, daily Advisor Program ensures every student is surrounded by a strong network of highly qualified, dedicated faculty and staff whose mission is to provide academic, emotional, and social guidance and support. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate User Reviews (8)	Rothesay Netherwood School	24520	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Brookes Westshore View Profile Victoria, British Columbia 4 to 12 Coed $9,500 to $52,000 Brookes Westshore, an IB World School on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC, offers grades 4 to 12 and both day and boarding programmes, with an average class size of 15 students. Boarding/Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (1)	Brookes Westshore	9500	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Niagara Christian Collegiate View Profile Fort Erie, Ontario Townline Rd./Niagara Parkway 6 to 12 Coed $42,425 to $50,425 Niagara Christian Collegiate offers both middle school and secondary school programs from Grades 6-12. Graduating students achieve top university placements around the world. We accept both day and boarding students. Boarding/Homestay Traditional User Reviews (6)	Niagara Christian Collegiate	42425	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Homestay Coed
NOIC Academy View Profile Markham, Ontario 9 to 12 Coed $5,000 to $18,000 /semester Markham, Ontario; IB School; OSSD; OSSD online credit course; NOIC ACADEMY’s annual university enrolment rate is 100% and more than 85% of graduates are admitted by University of Toronto. Day/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	NOIC Academy	5000	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Bishop's College School View Profile Sherbrooke, Quebec 7 to 12 Coed $30,000 to $75,710 Bishop's College School is an English boarding and day school for students in grades 7 through 12. Small in size and culturally diverse, BCS is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme and Canadian curricula. Day/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	Bishop's College School	30000	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Great Lakes Christian High School View Profile Beamsville, Ontario Exit 64/QEW 9 to 12 Coed $14,000 to $45,000 Grade 9-12 students are encouraged to be confident servant-leaders. Student diversity provides a global perspective of life and faith. Great Lakes' graduates are accepted by colleges and universities of their choice. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts User Reviews (4)	Great Lakes Christian High School	14000	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada View Profile Richmond, British Columbia Lansdowne Road/Kwantlen Street 10 to 12 Coed $22,000 to $37,950 MLWS-KPU offers a truly unique high school experience. Students receive the support and community of small high school classes along with the academic opportunities of learning within world-class university facilities. Day/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate User Reviews (1)	Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada	22000	Day Boarding Day Coed
Fulford Academy View Profile Brockville, Ontario 6 to 12 Coed $16,600 to $57,885 Our intercultural environment offers an individualized approach to learning with STEM+A and project based learning as our key emphases. Our students enjoy a dynamic academic & residential life program. Boarding/eSchool/Day Progressive	Fulford Academy	16600	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding eSchool Day Coed
J. Addison School View Profile Markham, Ontario Woodbine Av./Hwy 7 PS to 12 Coed $16,500 to $40,800 Since 2002, J. Addison has provided a stimulating education for students. Located at the corner of Woodbine and Valleywood Drive in Markham, ON, Canada, you will find our state-of-the-art 58,000 sq. ft. facility. Boarding/Day Reggio Emilia User Reviews (7)	J. Addison School	16500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Kells Academy View Profile Montreal, Quebec De Maisonneuve West/Park Row West K to 12 Coed $22,550 to $43,550 At Kells, flexibility is the key. We develop programs allowing students to work within their comfort zone, which may be above, below or at grade level. The result is students who outperform even their own expectations. Boarding/Homestay/Day Traditional	Kells Academy	22550	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Homestay Day Coed
Ashbury College View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Mariposa Avenue/Springfield 4 to 12 Coed $32,110 to $74,230 This traditional private school in Ottawa, Ontario offers Grades 4 to 12 with 100 boarding and 600 day school students. Tuition is from $30,585 to $71,720. Day/Homestay/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	Ashbury College	32110	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Homestay Boarding Coed
Trillium School View Profile Markham, Ontario 14th Ave/Kennedy NS to 12 Coed $11,500 to $37,500 Trillium School is a private school that offers programs from pre-school to grade twelve in Markham with Montessori-based kindergarten. Boarding/Day Traditional Montessori	Trillium School	11500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Day Coed
Luther College High School View Profile Regina, Saskatchewan 9 to 12 Coed $9,530 to $45,180 Luther College High School values excellence in teaching and cares for our students as individuals in our tight-knit community. Our focus in on the whole student - social, emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate User Reviews (2)	Luther College High School	9530	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Bodwell High School View Profile North Vancouver, British Columbia Harbourside Drive/ 8 to 12 Coed $25,250 to $47,725 Bodwell High School in North Vancouver is a boarding school that enrolls 650 students. Tuition starts at $21,500. We provide Education for a Changing World. The school's motto is "Strength in Diversity." Day/Homestay/Boarding Progressive	Bodwell High School	25250	HighSchools Day Homestay Boarding Coed
Canadian College Italy View Profile Lanciano, 9 to 12 Coed EUR €39,000 Canadian College Italy provides a nurturing environment on our beautiful historic campus so that students may experience an intellectual awakening — a passion for the pursuit of reason, human connection, and curiosity. Boarding Traditional	Canadian College Italy	39000	HighSchools Boarding Coed
St. John's-Ravenscourt School View Profile Winnipeg, Manitoba South Dr/North Dr K to 12 Coed $24,800 to $67,900 SJR is the world’s leading school in Debating and Public Speaking. It has produced 18 Rhodes scholars and 3 math olympiads. 98% of SJR graduates are accepted to their first choice university program. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts Reggio Emilia	St. John's-Ravenscourt School	24800	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Agate Private School View Profile St Catharines, Ontario Ontario St./Welland Ave. NS to 12 Coed/Girls $350 to $5,200 Heuristic & autodidactic, inspired by Sudbury & democratic models. Students are self-directed, holistically empowered. Voluntary attendance, year-round calendar, agency, & consent inspire free learning. Day/eSchool/Boarding/Homestay Progressive	Agate Private School	350	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day eSchool Boarding eSchool Homestay Coed Girls
Haven International School View Profile Brantford, Ontario Colborne/Clarence 7 to 12 Coed $7,700 to $26,500 At Haven, we equip our students with critical thinking skills, a global perspective, and a respect for core values of honesty, loyalty, perseverance, and compassion. Day/Boarding/eSchool Traditional	Haven International School	7700	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding eSchool Coed
Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate View Profile York, - NS to 12 Coed $74,000 to $88,000 Set in 220 acres of North Yorkshire countryside, Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate welcomes girls and boys from 3 months old to 19 years, with 81% A*/A achieved at A Level. Fees range from £16,005 to £19,200 per term. Boarding/Day Traditional	Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate	74000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Houghton Academy View Profile Houghton, New York(USA) 6 to 12 Coed US $7,499 to US $43,000 A private Christian college prep school with students from 60 countries, providing students with a unique opportunity to learn high academics, faith education and multicultural immersion. eSchool/Boarding/Day/Homestay Traditional	Houghton Academy	7499	MiddleSchools HighSchools eSchool Boarding Day Homestay Coed
College Bourget View Profile Rigaud, Quebec Rue Saint-Pierre/Rue Bourget PS to 12 Coed $4,700 to $35,000 Collège Bourget is a day & boarding school situated between Montreal & Ottawa. The school offers Quebec's french program from Grade 7 till Grade 11 and english program from Grade 10 till Grade 12. Boarding/Day Traditional	College Bourget	4700	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Balmoral Hall School View Profile Winnipeg, Manitoba Langside St./Westminster Ave. PS to 12 Girls $16,500 to $69,400 We offer a supportive environment for girls’ learning with a strong sense of community. We encourage the love of learning in a place of belonging that nurtures resilience, inspires creativity, and celebrates diversity. Day/Boarding Progressive International Baccalaureate	Balmoral Hall School	16500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
Ridley College View Profile St. Catharines, Ontario Ridley Road/Henrietta Street JK to 12 Coed $25,875 to $82,500 Ridley College is an acclaimed co-educational IB boarding and day school that prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body, and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society. Boarding/Day Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Ridley College	25875	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Trafalgar Castle School View Profile Whitby, Ontario Garden Street/Hwy. 2 4 to 12 Girls $26,125 to $70,625 Trafalgar Castle offers a close-knit, academically challenging environment where girls feel a strong sense of belonging and discover their unique talents and interests. Boarding/Day Liberal Arts	Trafalgar Castle School	26125	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
Mennonite Collegiate Institute View Profile Gretna, Manitoba 9 to 12 Coed $6,285 to $26,435 Faith is at the center of all we do at MCI- from the court, to the stage, to the classroom. We work to provide a safe space for students to ask questions, dig deeper, grow into who God is calling them to be. Boarding/Day Traditional User Reviews (2)	Mennonite Collegiate Institute	6285	HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
St. Andrew's College View Profile Aurora, Ontario St. John's Sideroad/Yonge Street 5 to 12 Boys $39,655 to $74,355 With a tradition dating back to 1899, St. Andrew's remains the single largest all-boys boarding school in Canada. Our 126-acre campus provides our students with an ideal setting for learning and growth. Boarding/Day Traditional	St. Andrew's College	39655	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Boys
Columbia International College View Profile Hamilton, Ontario Main St. W./Longwood Rd. S. 9 to 12 Coed $2,025 to $2,700 /course Columbia International College is Canada’s largest private boarding school, offering Grade 9 to 12 programs. #1 in scholarships awarded by universities. The University of Toronto's official Global Partner School. Day/Boarding Traditional Our Kids Review	Columbia International College	2025	HighSchools Day Day Boarding Coed
Pickering College View Profile Newmarket, Ontario Mulock Drive/Bayview Avenue JK to 12 Coed $29,255 to $72,055 Pickering College's fully-integrated Global Leadership Program (JK to Grade 12) inspires students to become agents of courageous, ethical and positive change with the confidence, knowledge and skills to shape the future. Day/Boarding Progressive Our Kids Review User Reviews (3)	Pickering College	29255	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
King's-Edgehill School View Profile Windsor, Nova Scotia College Rd/King St 6 to 12 Coed $19,950 to $63,550 Benefitting from its safe and beautiful Nova Scotia location, King's-Edgehill facilitates the opportunity for every student to Be More – in the classroom, on the sports fields, on stage, in the community and beyond. Day/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	King's-Edgehill School	19950	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
St. Stephen's School, Rome View Profile Rome, --------------- Ponte Sublicio/Lungotevere Aventino 9 to 12 Coed EUR €25,650 to EUR €39,600 Since 1964, SSS Rome has provided International Boarding and Day Students with a culturally inspiring and rigorous academic IB education in the heart of Ancient Rome. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	St. Stephen's School, Rome	25650	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Athol Murray College of Notre Dame View Profile Wilcox, Saskatchewan Railway Ave/Rouleau St 8 to 12 Coed $11,000 to $54,600 Notre Dame is a private, independent co-educational high school with an exceptional educational & boarding experience with a balance of strong academic, athletic and spiritual growth in a safe & caring prairie community. Boarding/Day Traditional	Athol Murray College of Notre Dame	11000	HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
The Gow School View Profile South Wales, New York(USA) 6 to 12 Coed US $48,000 to US $68,000 The Gow School is a special needs private school that offers programs for grades seven through 12 in South Wales, New York. Day/Boarding Traditional	The Gow School	48000	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Queen Margaret's School View Profile Duncan, British Columbia Brownsey Avenue/Government Street PS to 12 Coed $14,413 to $69,313 Queen Margaret's School is a gender inclusive independent day/boarding university preparatory school in Duncan, BC that focuses on preparing young trailblazers...no two journeys are the same. Boarding/Day Progressive User Reviews (1)	Queen Margaret's School	14413	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
Dewey Institute View Profile Bracebridge, Ontario 7 to 12 Coed $6,400 to $28,000 Dewey’s educational goals follow the philosophies of John Dewey, preparing students through “student-centred learning" and "learning by doing", while emphasizing the cultivation of the "three New Liberal Arts". Boarding/Day/eSchool Traditional	Dewey Institute	6400	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day eSchool Coed
Shawnigan Lake School View Profile Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia 8 to 12 Coed $33,205 to $83,615 Beginning in Grade 8, our unique Shawnigan journey purposefully guides students through a distinct, unparalleled and bold educational experience on our stunning waterfront campus on Canada’s beautiful West Coast. Day/Boarding Traditional	Shawnigan Lake School	33205	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Brentwood College School View Profile Mill Bay, British Columbia 8 to 12 Coed $28,000 to $87,000 Brentwood is a leading university prep school that brings to life student choice through its bold tripartite program. We are a true boarding school, not merely a school with boarding, and the ocean is our playground. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts Our Kids Review	Brentwood College School	28000	HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Rosthern Junior College High School View Profile Rosthern, Saskatchewan 10 to 12 Coed $4,500 to $32,750 RJC is a Grades 10-12 boarding school accredited by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. RJC is student and community-focused all while offering excellent academics and exceptional athletic and fine arts programs. Homestay/Boarding/Day Progressive User Reviews (13)	Rosthern Junior College High School	4500	Homestay Boarding Day Coed
Nile Academy View Profile Toronto, Ontario Finch Avenue/Islington Avenue JK to 12 Coed $8,400 to $30,000 Nile Academy offers small class sizes and a low student-to-teacher ratio, while also following the Ontario Curriculum, ensuring our students are well prepared for the rest of their educational pursuits here in Canada. Day/Boarding Progressive User Reviews (1)	Nile Academy	8400	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed
Holy Family Achievement School of Académie Ste-Cécile View Profile Windsor, Ontario Hwy 401/Cousineau Road 5 to 12 Coed $17,500 to $67,500 In a welcoming environment , HFAS assists our exceptional learners to reach their potential and to succeed. We focus on personal responsibility, initiative, independence, organization, self-regulation and time management Boarding/Day Liberal Arts	Holy Family Achievement School of Académie Ste-Cécile	17500	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Coed
London International Academy View Profile London, Ontario Richmond Street/King Street 9 to 12 Coed/Girls $25,600 to $32,000 A Canadian Private Secondary Boarding school, located in the heart of London, Ontario. LIA is authorized to grant the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	London International Academy	25600	HighSchools Boarding Boarding Coed Girls
The Sacred Heart School of Montreal View Profile Montreal, Quebec Atwater/Docteur-Penfield 7 to 12 Girls $17,875 to $61,190 Since 1861, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal, the city’s only all-girls English Catholic high school, has been preparing girls to change the world. We offer grades 7 to 12, day school and boarding. Day/Boarding Traditional User Reviews (3)	The Sacred Heart School of Montreal	17875	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Boarding Girls
Merrick Preparatory School View Profile Merrickville, Ontario St. Lawrence Street/Elgin Street 9 to 12 Coed $16,450 to $58,200 Merrick Preparatory offers grades 9-12 and a University Qualification Year to students preparing for successful admission to degree programs in the world's top universities, in a safe and secure family environment. Day/Boarding/eSchool Traditional User Reviews (6)	Merrick Preparatory School	16450	HighSchools Day Boarding eSchool Coed
Unisus School View Profile Summerland, British Columbia JK to 12 Coed $12,945 to $56,500 UNISUS was founded by the leaders of the top Private Schools in BC. Based on IB Education/Innovation/Technology, Entrepreneurship/ Outdoor Education. Boarding, Athletics and Global Partnerships/Opportunities. Day/Boarding Progressive International Baccalaureate	Unisus School	12945	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Coed

Series: Boarding Schools

By logging in or creating an account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Information presented on this page may be paid advertising provided by the advertisers [schools/camps/programs] and is not warranted or guaranteed by OurKids.net or its associated websites. By using this website, creating or logging into an Our Kids account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Please also see our Privacy Policy. Our Kids ™ © 2022 All right reserved.

×

Sign up to receive our exclusive eNews twice a month.

Name

Email

Verify Code

You can withdraw consent by unsubscribing anytime.

From Our Kids, Canada’s trusted source for private schools, camps, and extracurriculars.

Name
Email
Verify Code

	You can withdraw consent by unsubscribing anytime.

The need for boarding

In the spotlight:

Focusing on affordability in private education

Where learning takes root

Start here: Five steps to finding the perfect school.

List of boarding schools

Series: Boarding Schools

Please sign in to continue

Sign up to receive our exclusive eNews twice a month.