Blyth Academy and Willowdale High School are both in Toronto, about 1 km apart. Both schools offer Canadian programmes, and Willowdale High School also offers Advanced Placement (AP). Published annual fees are CA$9,600 - 46,900 at Blyth Academy and CA$19,825 - 20,125 at Willowdale High School, which puts Blyth Academy roughly 41% higher. Blyth Academy takes pupils from 9 to 18, and Willowdale High School from 14 to 18. Typical class sizes are 12 at Blyth Academy and 15 at Willowdale High School.
Blyth Academy operates a network of multiple campuses across Ontario, Canada, with locations in cities such as Burlington, Mississauga, Ottawa, and various neighborhoods in Toronto like Lawrence Park and Downsview Park. The campuses are situated in accessible residential and urban areas with convenient links to local public transit networks. This distributed campus model allows families to choose a location that best suits their specific neighborhood and commuting needs.
Location
Willowdale High School is located at 160 Eglinton Avenue East, 5F, Toronto, Ontario M4P 3B5, Canada. The campus is in Toronto and offers on-campus Residence and Homestay options for students. The admissions procedures mention airport pickup arrangements for arrivals and identify the same address for contact purposes.
Stages
Stages
Blyth Academy offers educational programs for students from Grade 4 through Grade 12. The structure is divided into an Elementary or Middle School program for younger students and a High School program for older students.
Stages
Secondary; Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program.
School type
School type
Blyth Academy operates as a co-educational private day school network.
School type
Private international high school with on-campus Residence and Homestay options.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
30+ nationalities represented.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school supports students with additional learning needs by utilizing Student Support Plans, which function as tailored Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Accommodations such as extended testing time, assistive technology, and memory aids are implemented within small classroom settings. Guidance counselors also collaborate with teaching staff to ensure that students' academic and emotional needs are accommodated.
Additional learning support
Dedicated student advisors provide holistic support, including goal setting, post-secondary guidance, tutoring, IELTS training, and university application support; emphasizes a strong school-home partnership.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with Canada, following the Ontario curriculum and operating under the inspection of the Ontario Ministry of Education.
Country affiliation
Canada
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Blyth Academy is a secular institution and does not have an affiliation with any religion.
Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
The high school program operates on a quadmester system where students take only two subjects per term, resulting in two classes per day.
School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
Blyth Academy does not provide a centralized school bus service across its Canadian campuses. Because the campuses are located in developed urban and suburban areas, older students generally commute using local public transportation networks.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fees
- Full-time application / registration fee: CAD 250 (one-time, non-refundable). - International student tuition deposit: CAD 2,500 (required to receive a Letter of Acceptance). The deposit is refundable only if the study permit (visa) is refused or if the application is declined. - Night School application fee: free (Night School has no application charge for part-time evening courses).
Tuition fees — in-person full-time and part-time (summary ranges)
- Full-time academic programs (typical 8-credit full-year): CAD 28,000 – CAD 32,600 per year, depending on campus and program. - Full-time athletics + academics programs (8 credits): CAD 32,900 – CAD 46,900 per year, depending on program and campus. - Part-time / single-course (in-person, campus-dependent): typical starting range CAD 2,250 – CAD 4,870 per single credit/course; actual part-time pricing varies by campus and course. Example campus starting figures: Lawrence Park part-time starting CAD 2,250; The Glebe part-time starting CAD 4,870; Mississauga part-time starting CAD 2,250.
Tuition fees — online (Blyth Academy Online) — official 2025–26 schedule (per-credit / bundles)
- Grades 9 single credit: Domestic CAD 520 / International CAD 895. - Grades 10–12 single credit: Domestic CAD 625 / International CAD 895. - Grade 9 eight-course bundle: Domestic CAD 3,640 / International CAD 6,695. - Grades 10–12 eight-course bundle: Domestic CAD 4,375 / International CAD 6,695. - Repeat course (online): Domestic CAD 520 / International CAD 795. - Grades 5–8 single-credit: ranges Domestic CAD 395–465 / International CAD 565–665; grade-bundle pricing for Grades 5–8 also published. Additional online fees (exams CAD 30 when applicable, OSSLT CAD 450 for eligible full-time students, OSR admin CAD 250, PLAR CAD 200/250, transcript and courier fees, course transfer fees).
Night School and Summer School (part-time) — example prices and rules
- Night School tuition (Grades 11 & 12): Domestic CAD 2,050 / International CAD 2,600 per course (application fee: free; late registration fee CAD 200). Refund and cancellation windows apply per published terms. - Summer School and Night School refund/cancellation rules: full refund if the school cancels a course; specific cut-off windows for student refunds and credit notes apply (detailed under terms).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Deposit and invoicing: A deposit is required at application; upon acceptance an invoice for tuition and fees is issued and payment (full or first instalment) must be made to receive a formal Letter of Acceptance. - International student billing deadlines: Fees for Term 1 (September start) are due in full before June 1 or at time of enrolment (whichever is earlier). Fees for students starting in later terms are due in full 20 days prior to the start of the first term the student will attend. - Instalments and missed payments: Instalment plans are offered in some circumstances; missed instalment payments must be resolved within 72 business hours or the student may be restricted from attendance. Late-payment surcharges and NSF fees apply as specified in the terms. - Online course billing (Blyth Academy Online): Online course fees are due in full prior to course start; online courses are non-refundable but course transfers within published windows may be allowed (fees may apply).
Boarding fees (where applicable)
- Most Blyth Academy campuses are day schools; boarding is not standard across the network. Where a boarding program exists (Blyth Academy @ CIHA — Canadian International Hockey Academy), boarding is included in that campus's published tuition: CIHA example rates (school + hockey + room & board included where noted): Canadian boarding student CAD 48,900; Canadian non-boarding CAD 37,900; International student CAD 52,900. Mandatory and optional personal expenses (textbooks CAD ~300–500, uniform/apparel package, league fees, SAT prep/exam fees) are in addition. Boarding-related charges for CIHA are incorporated into the CIHA tuition figures above.
Other costs and typical incidental fees
- Textbooks, e-books and school supplies (estimate): CAD 300–500 (varies by program). - Uniforms / apparel: campus-specific uniform/apparel packages apply (examples listed for CIHA players and goalies). Additional uniform/apparel and kit costs are charged where applicable. - Exam and administrative fees (examples from online schedule): final exam fee CAD 30 (where applicable), OSSLT fee CAD 450 (for eligible full-time online students), OSR administration CAD 250, PLAR CAD 200/250, course-transfer CAD 200, transcript and courier fees (CAD 25–175 depending on destination), six-month extension CAD 200, post-grad OUAC admin CAD 150. - Additional program-specific fees: athletic program fees, tournament travel, specialized equipment, extended medical/dietary boarding costs, and some partnership course fees may be additional to published tuition.
Refund information (key policies)
- Full-time programs: upon acceptance, tuition fees are non-refundable except as specifically stated in the international refund policy (see next bullet). Families are strongly encouraged to consider Tuition Protection Insurance (optional; typically 10% of total tuition) which provides refund protection under covered events. An accepted student who is suspended, expelled, or dismissed for cause is not eligible for a refund. - International students: tuition will be refunded 100% if an applicant's study permit is refused, provided a refund request form and proof of refusal are submitted to Admissions within 15 working days of the refusal date. The CAD 250 registration/application fee is non-refundable. Otherwise, tuition is non-refundable once accepted. - Online (Blyth Academy Online): online course purchases are non-refundable. Course transfers within stated timeframes are sometimes permitted (administrative fees may apply). Night School and Summer School have published refund windows (full refund up to a certain cutoff; credit notes may be issued in specified windows).
Fee payment options
- Accepted payment channels include: credit card (online payment via the Application/Admissions Portal or campus payment systems), cheques (NSF fees apply if returned), and bank transfer / electronic payment systems used by campuses. Some campuses and partner programs use third-party payment processors (for example, CIHA references a PayMyTuition facility for online payments). A credit-card surcharge may be applied where permitted and will not exceed the school's cost of acceptance.
- CAD 18,400 — High School Credit Program (one academic year; for 8 credits). - CAD 2,300 per credit — Night course / Summer course (per credit).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Full tuition payment is required after receipt of the invoice issued with the conditional offer; payment in full triggers issuance of the official acceptance letter and official receipt. Payments are required to be sent by wire-transfer, bank-transfer, or certified cheque; proof of payment (receipt) must be emailed to the school.
Boarding and accommodation fees
- Residence placement fee: CAD 200 — one-time placement fee for residence arrangements. - Residence fee: CAD 1,300 to CAD 1,700 per month — monthly residence charge, varies by room type. - Homestay placement fee: CAD 200 — one-time placement fee for homestay arrangements. - Homestay fee: CAD 1,300 to CAD 1,700 per month — monthly homestay charge, varies by host and arrangement. - Airport pick-up / drop-off: CAD 150 — one-way service fee.
Other mandatory or frequently charged fees
- Medical insurance: CAD 675 — annual insurance charge. - Student service fee: CAD 750 — annual fee covering material fees, textbook rental, and related student services for one year.
Refund information
- If a student's study permit application is refused and the school receives the official visa refusal letter together with the letter of acceptance and the tuition receipt, the tuition fee will be refunded (an administrative fee will be deducted). If the applicant cancels for reasons other than a study-permit refusal, no tuition refund is provided.
Fee payment options and instructions
- Accepted payment methods: wire-transfer, bank-transfer, and certified cheque. Parents/students must email proof of payment to the school. Credit card payment is not listed among accepted methods. Full tuition payment is required as part of the acceptance process.
Notes on year and availability of published schedule
- The listed fee amounts are presented in the school's published tuition-and-fees schedule labeled 2024–2025. No separate 2025/26 or 2026/27 fee schedule was located during the review of the school's tuition and admissions information.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
In-person campuses offer comprehensive full-time programs for Grades 4–12, with Elementary & Middle School in Grades 4–8, LaunchPad in Grades 9–10, and Post-Secondary Preparation in Grades 11–12. Blyth Orbit provides a fully virtual campus for Grades 9–12 with small class sizes and live teacher-led classes during regular school hours. Blyth Academy Online delivers online courses for Grades 9–12, including 160 Ontario high school courses, available from anywhere.
Curriculum details
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program. To earn the OSSD, students must complete 30 credits: 18 compulsory and 12 optional for students starting Grade 9 in 2023 or earlier; or 17 compulsory and 13 optional for students starting Grade 9 in 2024. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1: Algebra-based, and AP Calculus AB/BC. AP classes run as 45-minute daily sessions from September to May, with the option to complete the Ontario Diploma concurrently. Willowdale High School provides individualized blended learning with certified teachers, small class sizes, and technology-enhanced personalized instruction. Merit-based financial aid and scholarships are offered based on leadership and academic achievement.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Average class size is 12 students per class.
Student teacher ratio
Small class sizes and individualized attention are provided by certified teachers.
Exam results
Exam results
98% university acceptance rate.
Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
The school has a strong higher education progression with 98% of students accepted to university. Graduates have been accepted to top programs at the University of Waterloo, University of Toronto, Stanford, and Harvard.
Higher education progression
Willowdale High School provides comprehensive post-secondary guidance through dedicated student advisors and university/college application support. The school hosts University Fair & Information Seminars with leading Canadian universities and institutions, including the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University, Western University, and the University of Waterloo. There is guidance for OUAC and Ontario Colleges applications, and one-on-one consultations and specialized workshops to tailor admission strategies.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Contact Admissions and Learn More Parents and students begin the admissions process by booking a personalized consultation with an Admissions Advisor or the campus principal. Families are also encouraged to schedule a campus tour or participate in a walkthrough experience. This initial contact provides an opportunity to view the campus environment and determine if the school is a fit before starting the formal paperwork.
2. Interview and Document Submission An interview with the campus principal is scheduled for each applicant and their parents or guardians. During this stage, parents must submit the student’s academic transcripts and recent report cards. If applicable, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Psychoeducational Report must also be provided to the school. Depending on the specific campus, parents may also be asked to provide additional materials such as references, work samples, or a student reflection.
3. Formal Application Submission Families must create an account on the school's Student Application Portal to submit the formal application. Through this online portal, parents manage the application process and pay the necessary application fees. A deposit is required at the time of submission to process the application. Parents should note that this deposit is fully refundable in the event that the student's application is unsuccessful.
4. Offer of Enrolment Successful applicants receive a formal offer of enrolment after their completed applications are reviewed by the admissions team. This offer includes necessary details for the student's first day and a copy of the Code of Conduct, which parents and students must review and sign. To finalize the enrolment, parents must submit the signed enrolment form along with their selected tuition payment option.
Admissions
1. Step 1: Application. To begin the admissions process, students complete and submit an application form. The completed form can be submitted in person or by email. The documents to accompany the application are: Passport; Transcripts for the past 3 years; Vaccination Record (submitted on the first day of school); IELTS or TOEFL test result (optional).
2. Step 2: Conditional Acceptance Letter (if required). After the application is received, a student recruitment specialist will contact you to discuss enrollment options. The admission officer will review the application documents and issue the Conditional Acceptance Letter and the invoice for tuition.
3. Step 3: Tuition Payment. After receiving an offer of admission and an invoice, the full tuition fees must be paid by wire-transfer, bank-transfer, or certified cheques. Email the payment receipt to the school as proof of payment.
4. Step 4: Official Acceptance Letter. Once payment is made in full, the Official Acceptance Letter and Official Receipt are issued.
5. Step 5: Applying for a Study Permit and Visitor Visa. It is the responsibility of parents and students to apply for a Canadian Study permit and Visa depending on the student's nationality. If the study permit application is refused, provide the letter of refusal from the Canadian immigration office, the Letter of Acceptance, and the tuition receipt to the school. Upon receipt of these documents, the tuition fee will be refunded (deducting an administrative fee). If the applicant cancels the application for reasons other than visa refusal, no refund is issued.
6. Step 6: Residence/Homestay Arrangement. The residence provides facilities that are safe, secure, well-maintained, and reasonably priced. Residents are encouraged to engage in activities to build a supportive community that respects diversity, equity and inclusion. The Homestay Program offers a comfortable home atmosphere where students can live with a Canadian family. Host families are knowledgeable in hosting international students and strive to provide a safe, comfortable and caring living environment.
7. Step 7: Arriving to Canada. Inform the student service coordinator when arriving in Canada to arrange for airport pickup.
Mission Statement: Empowering students to achieve their full potential through academic excellence, character development, and community engagement.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Blyth Academy offers merit-based scholarships for students applying to full-year studies. These scholarships recognize students who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership, integrity, and community involvement. To apply, new students must submit a scholarship application, their academic transcripts, two letters of recommendation, an activities résumé, and a full-time campus application. The application period opens annually on December 15 and closes on April 30. In addition to merit-based scholarships, the school also offers a separate Financial Aid program to provide tuition support for families facing financial barriers.
Scholarships
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Waitlist
Waitlist
Blyth Academy does not operate a formal waitlist or pool system for prospective students.
