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International Boarding School in Ontario, Canada

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Columbia International College:
Columbia International College is the largest private junior and senior boarding high school in Canada. Located in Hamilton, Ontario, Columbia believes in the individuality of each student and tailors its resources to effectively meet the unique academic, social, emotional and physical (ASEP) needs of our students. As a result, 100 per cent of our students since 1995 have received admission to top universities worldwide, many with scholarships.

Columbia at a Glance :

Photo of International Boarding School in Ontario, Canada- The largest private junior and senior boarding high school in Canada
- Registered with the Ontario Ministry of Education since 1979
 - Highly qualified teachers; 40% hold a PhD or Master's Degree, many with overseas teaching experience
 - Official Test Centre for:
        *Princeton University ETS authorized centre for iBT TOEFL
        * University of Michigan MELAB
        * Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
        * Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT)
       * Advanced Placement Exam (AP)

Our Students
- We welcome 1,700 international students from 73 countries
- 100% of our graduates have been accepted to top universities in Canada and worldwide, many with scholarships
- Over 72% of graduates are accepted into the top 8 Canadian universities each year
- Low student-teacher ratio of 20:1
- Our graduates receive special offers from our University Partners® and Dual Admission partnerships in Canada and the U.S.A
        -Over 30 designated University Entrance Scholarships for our graduates
        -Waived or reduced TOEFL scores for international students
        -Extended deadline for applications

Our Facilities
- Safe and secure buildings, monitored by Campus Safety
- 6 separate residences for boys and girls
- Residence Masters on duty 24/7 ensuring students' safety
 -24/7 CCTV and access controlled door system in all residences

Record of Success:

Since 1995, 100 per cent of our students, have received admission to top universities worldwide, many with scholarships.

Admission  into  Top  Universities (2013)
- 437 admitted to University of Toronto
- 242 admitted to University of Waterloo
- 190 admitted to McMaster University
- CAD $4,800,000 earned in University Entrance Scholarships
- 70% of graduates admitted to top 8 Canadian universties

University Partners®:

With our graduates’ excellent record of success over the years, Columbia has established a University Partners® program which provides advantages that are only available exclusively to our graduates. University Placement Counsellors work diligently with the top universities to:
-  Maintain and expand the admission advantages from our University Partners® program
- Increase the number and amount of scholarships offered to Total Care® graduates 

Our eight Canadian University Partners® include:
- University of Alberta
- Brock University
- McMaster University 
- University of Toronto, Mississauga
- University of Ontatrio Institute of Technology 
- University of Waterloo
- Western University
- York University

Email: Contact Us

Address: L8S 4P3, Hamilton, Ontario , Canada
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2021-08-19 were from:

NEW JERSEY, USA; Silver Spring, Maryland, USA; Goiânia, Brazil; Brindisi, Italy; and more.
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Brentwood College School, Vancouver Island
Courses / Programs
Brentwood College School is a co-educational university preparatory boarding school (Grades 9-12) located in Mill Bay on the spectacular oceanfront of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

With students from over 30 different countries, the Brentwood tripartite programme puts academics at the core of the curriculum, while creating extensive opportunities for all students to participate in athletics and the arts.

With 491 students who enjoy the 77 acre oceanfront campus and our modern facilities, Brentwood is a truly remarkable place to meet life long friends while gaining a world class education.

Our programme combines a challenging 21st century academic curriculum with traditional values and ethics. Brentwood graduates are well prepared for the challenges of post-secondary education and their options are varied: last year's graduates received offers from such institutions as Oxford, Duke, Brown, Colgate, Queens University, University of Victoria and St. Andrews University, School of Medicine.
Boarding Programme for boys and girls from Grades 9-12:

- Day Programme
- Challenging Academic University Preparatory Curriculum
- 20 Advanced Placement courses where Students can choose from 28 Fine Art and 24 Sport Options.
London International Academy
Courses / Programs
London International Academy (LIA) is a co-educational private boarding school for international secondary level students, located in downtown of London in the Southwestern part of Ontario, Canada. Our aim is to help international students from around the world achieve their goals of earning an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) in order to attend the North American University of their choice.

Our secondary school program is flexible, with four semesters of study accompanied by a wide selection of courses. We place a great deal of effort in making sure our international students are fully prepared for their post-secondary education.

100% of our graduates received acceptance to Universities and Colleges throughout North America. Of those graduates 60% attended a "Top Ten" Canadian University, and 58% received scholarships!

Known as the “Forest City”, London is the 10th largest city in Canada and is only hours from many popular North American cities such as Toronto, Canada, Niagara Falls, Canada and Detroit, USA. It has an International Airport that serves approximately 350,000 travelers each year, making it the 12th busiest passenger airport in Canada.
Co-educational Boarding Programs for International Secondary School Students:

- Full Canadian high school curriculum leading to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- ESL programs
- TOEFL, IELTS and COPE preparation courses
- TOEFL test center
- Summer cultural exchange program
- Individual assistance for university application
- Comfortable residence living
Canadian Independent College
Courses / Programs
Canadian Independent College (CIC) is a co-educational, university-preparatory college and boarding school in Ontario, Canada, providing a caring and inclusive learning environment for students in Grades 9-12. CIC represents excellence in preparing students for entrance into Universities and Colleges throughout the world. We emphasize the development of each student to his or her potential in terms of intellectual, ethical, physical, and social qualities.

Our well-qualified staff and administration are committed to academic excellence. In addition, students are assisted to balance academic, extracurricular and social pursuits within a disciplined and nurturing environment. Our vision is that each student will succeed in global multi-dimensional, multicultural competition at universities and colleges around the world.

Canadian Independent College is located in the Waterloo region, just five minutes drive to the University of Waterloo and Sir Wilfred Laurier University. The College is also located near the University of Guelph, Universities in Toronto, McMaster University, the University of Western Ontario and many more. The closest cities are Kitchener and Waterloo and Pearson International Airport is an hour's drive to the school.
Co-educational Secondary School Boarding Programs:

- High School (Grades 9 -12)
- Pre-University (English & French Programs)
- University Transfer Programs
- Advanced Placement Courses (AP)
- Summer Camps (under 17 years of age)
- Winter Camps
- Exchange Student program
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses
- French Bilingual Classes
Edu-inter French Immersion Homestays, Quebec
Courses / Programs
• Edu-inter provides homestay programs with a local Quebec French-speaking family for a full language immersion experience for high school students ages 13-17. Please note that this is not a residential school program.

• Our Academic Year in French Program (10 months) and our High School Experience Program (3-6 months) aim to provide students with an in-depth French language immersion experience and the opportunity to attain a high level of fluency.

• Students are completely immersed into a local high school program, live with a French-Canadian family and participate in cultural activities and excursions.

• Quebec City is the only major city in Canada with a 100% French-speaking environment, making it the ideal place to learn French.
High School French immersion programs for teenagers ages 13-17:

• Academic Year in French Program: This program lasts 10 months from the end of August to the start of June.

• High School Semester Experience Program: This program lasts 3-6 months.

• Summer Bridge Program: This program aims to prepare students for the academic year program.

• All programs include homestay accommodation with a local French speaking host family.
Rothesay Netherwood School, New Brunswick
Courses / Programs
Rothesay Netherwood School (RNS) is a co-educational, independent university-preparatory day and boarding school for Canadian and international students in Grades 6-12. Our campus is located in Rothesay, New Brunswick, just 10 minutes from the Port City of Saint John on the east coast of Canada. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, RNS provides arts, athletic, leadership, and community service programs, integrating technology, Outward Bound adventures, and Round Square exchanges.

With highly qualified and dedicated teachers, RNS challenges students to be active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who develop a greater appreciation for the world around them and the determination to make a difference. Our faculty works diligently to help students understand their potential and to prepare them to become leaders in their chosen fields. Our graduates attend the finest universities in the country and beyond.

RNS encourages students to strive for excellence, to demonstrate respect, and to develop both an enduring sense of responsible citizenship and an understanding of their place in the global community.
Day & Boarding Programs for Boys & Girls in Grades 6-12:

- Middle School (Grades 6 - 8)
- Senior School (Grades 9 - 12)
- International Baccalaurea (IB) Diploma Program (Grades 11 - 12)
Dwight International School, Vancouver Island
Courses / Programs
Dwight International School is located on Vancouver Island BC, on a 23-acre campus 30 minutes north of Victoria. We are a private international university preparatory school offering both boarding and day programs for high school students, based on the International Baccalaureate curriculum. We provide Grades 7-12, and dedicated ESL support courses.

Together with our consortium partners, The Dwight School/Anglo American International School, New York City and North London International School, United Kingdom, Dwight has a rich tradition of academic excellence. We believe that every student has a spark of genius and our goal is to nurture that potential.

We follow a holistic philosophy and believe in educating the entire person. The benefit of the Dwight curriculum is the way that we actively combine challenging experiences with academic rigor and creative opportunity in the personal education of every student.

Our educational philosophy is that an active, challenging curriculum provides students with the opportunity to develop all their intelligences (Analytical, Practical, Creative and Emotional) and these then strengthen each other, leading to well-balanced, perceptive individuals who have the confidence to take action to improve the lives of others.
Day & Boarding Programs for Canadian & International High School Students:

- Holistic education based on the IB curriculum
- Class sizes of 10-12 students
- Emphasis on leadership
- Dwight School Exchange Programs
- Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music
- Business & Management, Design Technology
- French, Spanish and Mandarin
- Fencing and golf
- Water-front activity center