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Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Toronto, Canada

Compare 48 Canadian Curriculum international schools in Toronto, Canada. Filter by curriculum, fees (average CAD 31,484), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
48
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
CAD 32,335
Fee range
CAD 138 – 87,485
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (48 schools)
Average school size
541 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Columbia International College
Oldest
Upper Canada College (1829)
With boarding
16
About international schools in Toronto, Canada

Canadian-curriculum international schools in Toronto most often follow a provincial programme - frequently the Ontario curriculum - so students can earn Ontario course credits and, where the school is authorised to do so, work towards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Instruction is usually in English, with many schools offering French-immersion streams, dedicated ESL support and extra language options such as Mandarin or Spanish; some schools also combine Ontario courses with IB or AP choices. Fees vary widely between institutions and between day and boarding places; family budgets should allow for tuition plus extras such as registration deposits, activity fees, homestay or residence costs and mandatory insurance. Admissions calendars differ by school - some operate a fixed November - December cycle for a September start while others use rolling admissions - so families relocating to Toronto should check each school’s deadline and documentation requirements as early as possible.

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What does it mean if a school follows the Canadian (Ontario) curriculum?
A school that follows the Ontario curriculum teaches the provincially approved courses and learning expectations; where authorised it may award credits that count toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Parents should confirm whether a particular private or international school is recognised by the Ontario Ministry of Education to ensure credits and graduation credentials will be issued as expected.
How much should we expect to pay each year?
Tuition at Canadian-curriculum international schools in Toronto ranges widely depending on the school, the age of the child and whether boarding or homestay is needed; day-school fees are typically much lower than schools that include residence places. Beyond tuition, families should budget for application and enrolment deposits, textbooks and supplies, extracurriculars, student insurance and accommodation or homestay fees for international students.
When should we start the admissions process if we are relocating to Toronto?
Begin enquiries as early as possible because application cycles vary by school: some schools have fixed deadlines for the following September intake while others admit on a rolling basis and may interview or require references, testing or portfolio submissions. For a September start, many independent schools finalise places in late autumn, so contacting schools and assembling documents several months in advance will give you the best chance of a smooth transition.
What ages and qualifications do these schools cover?
Canadian-curriculum international schools in Toronto commonly cover kindergarten through Grade 12, with secondary students completing credit courses that may contribute to graduation requirements. If university entrance or transfer of credits is important, confirm whether the school can award the OSSD or provides recognised equivalences for post-secondary admissions.
What languages of instruction and support are available for non-native English speakers?
Instruction is primarily in English, but many schools offer French-immersion streams, regular modern-language classes and dedicated English as a Second Language (ESL) support to help newcomers integrate academically. International students frequently have access to homestay or custodianship arrangements and targeted language support to ease the move to living and studying in Toronto.