Compare Specialist-level SEN International Schools in Canada

Al-Qaim International School is located at 510 77 Avenue SE Unit #3, Calgary, Alberta. The school blends the Alberta Curriculum with Islamic education, operates under Alberta accreditation with Alberta-certified teachers, and provides instruction in English and Arabic, with foreign language options such as French or Spanish. The campus features modern, technology-rich facilities, well-maintained outdoor spaces, and a range of resources and qualified coaches to support extracurricular activities. The school began operations in 2022–2023 for K–6 and expanded to K–9 in 2023–2024, with plans to add Grade 10 in 2024–2025 and Grade 11 and 12 in subsequent years, completing a K–12 continuum. The Education Plan emphasizes the motto Actions speak louder than words, and a Vision that learners become knowledgeable, ethical, and entrepreneurial leaders; the Mission supports active learner–community membership, high standards, entrepreneurship, respect, resilience, and character. Programs include Arabic Language and Islamic Studies, Arts and Information Technology, clubs and sports.

Island Pacific School (IPS) is a non-profit independent middle school on Bowen Island, British Columbia, serving Grades 6–9 with a maximum of 72 students. The program follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) while delivering the New BC Curriculum to prepare graduates for Grades 10–12 within the BC Graduation Program. English Language & Literature and French Language Acquisition are taught within a full IB/MYP subject array. IPS blends the Equip and Inspire curricula to emphasize inquiry, critical thinking, and character development. The Grade 9 Masterworks Program requires in-depth research, a formal oral presentation, and reflection on external mentors' feedback. IPS emphasizes expeditions and inquiry-based learning, including two extended expeditions annually (fall hiking and spring kayaking). The school fields Ultimate Frisbee teams and tournaments, and features a House System with four houses—Cassiopeia, Andromeda, Orion, and Pleiades—for cross‑grade activities. IPS is CAIS-accredited since 2009 and is a member of ISABC.

Collingwood School is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational day school in West Vancouver, British Columbia, serving approximately 1,260 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1984, the school operates across two campuses: the Wentworth Campus for Junior Kindergarten to Grade 7 and the Morven Campus for Grades 8 to 12. Collingwood follows the BC curriculum enriched with 23 Advanced Placement courses and a distinctive Four Strands approach balancing academics, arts, athletics, and service learning. With a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio, 52 provincial athletic championships, and comprehensive university guidance, Collingwood prepares students for leading universities worldwide.

Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School is an independent, BC curriculum based school for students who benefit from personalized support and a neurodiversity aware learning environment. Located on a tree lined campus by Seymour River in North Vancouver, the school emphasizes small classes and individualized instruction under British Columbia Ministry of Education framework. Universal Design for Learning guides teaching, with Orton-Gillingham literacy support ensuring reading and writing approaches meet each learner's strengths. A student services team includes an Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Developmental Specialist, and counsellors, providing integrated supports throughout the day. The school offers Dogwood Certificate graduation and leverages partnerships with Emily Carr University of Art and Design and Maplewood Farms for real-world learning. An expanding Makerspace and ADST program delivers hands-on design and technology experiences, while outdoor education and a bus program extend opportunities beyond the classroom. The culture values curiosity, resilience, and collaborative problem solving every day at KGMS.

Rosseau Lake College is a co-educational day and boarding school located on a 56-acre lakefront campus on Lake Rosseau, Muskoka, about 2.5 hours north of Toronto. Established in 1967 and co-educational since 1983. It follows the Ontario Curriculum and awards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) on completion of 30 credits. Beginning Sept 2024, students in Grade 9 or 10 must complete a Technological Education credit. The program emphasises inquiry-based, experiential learning and outdoor, hands-on education aligned with Ontario requirements. The campus includes four gender-specific boarding houses, a lakefront dining hall, a Recreation Centre (2025), and a STEAM Complex (6800 sq ft) with four labs and a central hub. Extracurriculars span arts, athletics, leadership, and global citizenship through Round Square and Rosseau Roots program. Round Square membership enables international conferences, service projects, and exchanges. The campus also promotes Indigenous knowledge through Rosseau Roots and active outdoor education year-round programs together.

Fraser Academy is an independent day school in Vancouver serving grades 1–12. Founded in 1982, it operates two campuses at 2294 West 10th Ave and 2275 West 10th Ave. The school provides a Canadian curriculum aligned to BC Dogwood Diploma, with small class sizes: Junior and Middle School capped at 12, Senior School averaging seven; a 3:1 student–faculty ratio. It emphasizes language-based learning with 1:1 or small-group Orton‑Gillingham instruction for three hours weekly in a multisensory, learner‑centered setting. Students also benefit from 1:1 or device use from grades 1–12, and a School‑Wide Executive Function Curriculum plus 3C thinking and Leadership Training. Facilities include an art room, two music studios, a photo lab/darkroom, a home economics kitchen, woodworking and jewelry workshops, and a tech lab with animation and design capabilities. Fraser Academy supports post‑secondary planning; over 95% of graduates pursue post‑secondary paths. Athletics and Outdoor Education are integral to school life.

BCS is an inclusive, independent English-language boarding and day school in Sherbrooke, Quebec, serving Grades 7–12 with a university-preparatory focus. It is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme (IBDP) or IB course certificates for Grades 11–12, with options to earn the Quebec DES/QSSD or the NBSSD on appropriate forms. The 250-acre campus features two academic buildings, modern labs, a central library, the R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre, the Hartland Molson Hall Student Centre, and the Frank W. Ross Infirmary. Eight residences, on-campus sports facilities, and proximity to a university pool and golf course support on-site and post-secondary preparation. ESL support is available for Grades 7–10. Founded in 1836 and co-educational since 1972, BCS maintains Round Square, the Kenauk Institute, and Scholar-in-Residence programs, along with a Duke of Edinburgh Award and a Senegal service project that underscore its international ethos. The school offers co-curriculars across arts, sport, and languages worldwide.

Centennial Academy is an inclusive private high school in Montreal that serves students aged 12 to 16 with learning differences. It teaches in English and French and follows the Quebec government curriculum enhanced by a Coached Development Model, a structured approach that integrates targeted feedback, universal design for learning, and individualized accommodations. The school offers bilingual instruction and provides 25 academic accommodations for all learners, supporting daily data collection and analysis to promote student autonomy. With a campus in the Golden Square Mile, the school combines facilities with spaces to inspire creativity, including a football/soccer field, an outdoor gym, and student lounges. Class sizes average 18, and every student has a personal laptop, with WordQ and Lexibar available at school and home. The Wellness Center supports wellbeing, and a 45-minute homework period reinforces learning. A mentorship-based, bilingual environment empowers autonomous, resilient learners.

Crofton House School is an all-girls day school in Vancouver, offering the Canadian curriculum supplemented by Advanced Placement courses. In Senior School (grades 8–12), students follow an enriched post-secondary preparatory program that meets BC graduation requirements and includes a wide range of electives and accelerated options. AP courses extend learning beyond the provincial curriculum, and the Ivy Compass program supports personal growth, leadership and engaged citizenship. The school provides extensive post-secondary planning for Canadian, American and international institutions, with continued guidance through graduation. A strong emphasis on language and electives is evident in courses such as calculus, chemistry, computer science, digital film, Mandarin and theatre. The 10-acre campus houses modern facilities including Geoffrey Lau Science Centre, Beedie Fine Arts Centre, a senior school building and multiple arts and athletics venues. Global exchanges and over 60 clubs expand opportunities for leadership, service, and global awareness. The school prioritizes mentorship and character.

Foothills Academy is an independent private day school in Calgary serving students in grades 3–12 with diagnosed learning disabilities. It operates as a Designated Special Education Private School, delivering the Alberta Education program with accommodations and supports to help each student succeed. In grades 3–6, core courses use Structured Literacy with Wilson Reading aligned to Orton-Gillingham and Science of Reading principles, supported by Self-Determination Theory under the motto Find Understanding; Build Confidence; Maximize Potential. In grades 7–9, courses follow the Alberta Curriculum with rotating electives; in grades 10–12, the senior program adheres to the Alberta Program of Studies with diploma exams. Class sizes are small (12–14), with a teacher and Educational Assistant, and students have access to Read/Write & Math Intervention, assistive technology, Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology; staff receive Wilson Language literacy training. The Parkdale campus features bright, welcoming spaces with outdoor classrooms and STEM labs, and bus service across Calgary and to Cochrane.

Holy Trinity School (HTS) is a K-12 independent school in Richmond Hill, Ontario, delivering a Canadian curriculum with AP and bespoke options. It is organized into Lower School (JK-5), Middle School (6-8) and Senior School (9-12). The Lower School emphasizes foundational skills in Art, French, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Religious Knowledge and Science, with interdisciplinary, project-based, inquiry-based learning. From Grade 6, students participate in Student-Directed Time and an advisor system. The Senior School emphasizes six core competencies - citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity, character and critical thinking - along with personalized success counsellors, internships and leadership opportunities. HTS is an Apple Distinguished School and collaborates with Rotman I-think and Future Design School to foster design thinking. The 37-acre campus includes four gyms, four outdoor soccer fields, a Strength and Conditioning Centre and theatre spaces. The school offers a Global Online Academy and diverse Student Life programs, including Vex Robotics, MUN and Choir.

JPPS-Bialik is a private, co-educational day school in Côte Saint‑Luc, Quebec, serving students from age 4 to 17. The school offers a bilingual English–French program and a kindergarten with French immersion, with English-language instruction from Kindergarten through Secondary 5 and a pathway to the MEQ diploma. JPPS-Bialik was formed by the historic JPPS and Bialik institutions and is noted as Canada's first Jewish day school to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP). The IB PYP is integrated with the MEQ curriculum and includes Judaic Studies, fostering inquiry-based, real-world learning across languages and cultures. Facilities include technology integrated across grades, a bilingual library, and resources such as iPads, Chromebooks, 3D printers, robotics, and Google Classroom. The school also features an extended day program, robust learner support, and extensive service hours of more than 5,000 per year through Chesed and community programs, alongside diverse sports and arts activities for students.

Kingsway College School is a JK–12 co‑educational independent school with two Etobicoke campuses: the Junior School at 4600 Dundas Street West (JK–Grade 8) and the Senior School at 2183 Lake Shore Boulevard West (Grade 9–12). It follows a Canadian curriculum rooted in the Ontario education framework. The Four Doors to Learning Program focuses on academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship, supported by Habits of Mind, Body, and Action. Enrichment extends the core curriculum to deepen learning and support the transition to the Senior School. In the Junior School, French is taught from JK to Grade 8, using the Accelerated Integrative Method in Grades 1–5 and exclusive use of French in Grades 6–8. The Senior School emphasizes pathways and external connections through the KCS Path Program, Place Based Learning, Learning Partners, By Design, and Entrepreneurship. Facilities include a Prototyping Lab with CAD and 3D printing, CommTech Lab, Studio Lab, Learning Commons, and a Market Place with a school café. The campuses connect to form one school, and the program offers extensive clubs across academics, arts, and service.

Luther College High School sits on a park-like campus in Regina, Saskatchewan, and offers a Canadian provincial curriculum for Grades 9–12 alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. The Grade 9–12 program leads to the Saskatchewan Grade 12 diploma with 26 credits, with compulsory courses in Christian Ethics, History, English, Mathematics, Science, Health, and electives in French Core/Immersion, Visual Art, Drama and Music. The school also offers an English as an Additional Language program guided by CEFR, with three levels. On campus, boarding is available for girls and boys, with renovated dormitories and on-site support. Facilities include renovated science laboratories, dedicated spaces for art, music and film, a new performance stage in the Merlis Belsher Heritage Center, and two gymnasiums. Extracurriculars span robotics, debate, choir and the annual musical, plus language clubs and community service opportunities. Luther College emphasizes student leadership, service and a welcoming, inclusive campus culture.

Montcrest is a JK–Grade 8 independent day school in central Toronto that blends small classes with a four-stage grade-band curriculum. JK–SK emphasizes play-based learning, curiosity, relationships, early literacy and numeracy, resilience, and celebrating individuality. Grades 1–3, Discovering, Growing & Connecting, cultivate joyful exploration, belonging, and development of academic skills, self-awareness and confidence. Grades 4–6, Igniting Growth & Discovery, focus on daily adventure, independence, and deeper engagement with the curriculum. Grades 7–8, Igniting Adventure & Ambition, prepare students for high school through an integrated two-year experience that builds independence and critical thinking. Across all grades, Learning Principles are woven through curriculum, School Life & Co-Curriculars, including Arts, Athletics and leadership opportunities, with ongoing emphasis on holistic development and small-class learning. The campus on Broadview Avenue blends historic homes with spaces designed for learning. Real-world connections come from Riverdale Farm and Todmorden Mills, and Montcrest's four House system (Cedar, Mulberry, Sumac, Tamarack) plus a Community Garden Project enrich leadership.

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School is an all-girls independent day school in Oakville, Ontario, serving JK through Grade 12 on a 10-acre campus in Olde Oakville. The school teaches in English and follows the Canadian curriculum, enhanced by the Reggio Emilia–inspired approach in the Junior School and an Advanced Placement (AP) program in the Senior School. From Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, the curriculum is personalized and real-world, with Middle School students engaging in reach-ahead academics, leadership opportunities, project-based learning, and co-curricular experiences, and Senior School students pursuing areas of passion and deeper learning. AP courses cover Mathematics, Sciences, Languages and Visual Arts, with potential university credit. Distinctive programs include STEM Commons, Global Citizenship, STEM & Robotics, and the Professional Internship. Facilities include a soccer field, indoor gym, science labs and STEM spaces; the campus houses the Student Success Centre and University Guidance, supporting learning and transitions. Preparing students for global futures.

VillNova College is an independent Catholic Augustinian day school on a 53-acre campus in King City, Ontario, serving Grade 4 through Grade 12. The curriculum combines the Canadian framework with Advanced Placement courses in Upper School, including English Literature & Composition, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics. An English as a Second Language program supports Grades 9–12 toward the Ontario Diploma, while a Guided Learning Centre and Teacher-Advisor program offer targeted academic support. The school emphasizes spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development guided by the Augustinian values of unity, truth and love. The campus features the VillNova Athletic Centre (VAC), an indoor facility with basketball courts and a 200-metre track, plus Frankie DeGasperis Fields for turf and grass play. A Project 2025 expansion will create a 330-seat theatre, dining hall, chapel and learning spaces. An arts program, STEM enrichment, service initiatives and a four-house system round out student life.

West Island College Montreal operates as two schools under one roof: an entirely French secondary school and an English school with a French immersion option, both co-ed and independent. The campus supports a bilingual Canadian curriculum for students ages 12 to 17, with the option to study in English or French depending on eligibility. In the English stream, Math, Science and Ethics are taught in English, while most other subjects are delivered in French; the French stream provides immersive Francophone instruction with English offered as a mother-tongue enriched course. Both schools confer a DES and are recognized by MEES. Facilities include a gymnasium, a courtyard, Musacchio Learning Studio spaces, interactive classrooms, study pods, science laboratories, a guidance office, and a school cafeteria. The program emphasizes collaboration through hybrid in-person/online instruction and a broad array of extracurriculars, including 50 athletic teams and more than 40 clubs and committees for student leadership.