Royal Crown School vs TAIE International Institute

	R Royal Crown School Toronto, Canada	T TAIE International Institute Toronto, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$28,200 - 52,700	Fees / year CA$31,050 - 32,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 14 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 400	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2005	Opened 1998
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 4620 Finch Ave E, Toronto, Ontario M1S 4G2, Canada. The school is located in Toronto, Ontario. It serves students in Grades 7–12. It offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.	Location 21 Mullen Dr., Thornhill, Ontario L4J 2T6, Canada. The campus spans 5 acres with 50,000 square feet of indoor space. The school has two on-site residences.
Stages	Stages Grades 7–12. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Online learning options and boarding programs are available for local and international students.	Stages Grades 7–12
School type	School type Private school. Boarding programs are available for local and international students.	School type Private international high school with on-site boarding residences
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 30+ nationalities
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support English Learning Centre offers five ESL levels (ESLAO, ESLBO, ESLCO, ESLDO, ESLEO) with placement tests, individualized tutoring, and language support; students progress to English for Academic Purposes (EAP).
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Canada
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Application fee: CAD 150 (one-time). Tuition fees (annual and per term by school program / year group) - Academic tuition (Grades 7–12): CAD 25,800 per school year. Per semester (school operates on a four-semester system), pro rata tuition = CAD 6,450 per semester. - Residence (boarding) with meal plan: CAD 24,500 per school year. Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,125. - Middle School (Grade 7–8) published programme price listing: CAD 25,800 per school year (same as Academic tuition listing). Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,450. Optional / specialty program annual fees (charged in addition to core tuition unless otherwise specified) - High‑Performance Basketball Program: CAD 17,000 per school year. - Hockey training packages: standard full-season program listings include options; core training-program pricing examples include CAD 14,000 (full-season high-performance) and package options priced CAD 7,000 / CAD 5,000 / CAD 600 for specific package levels (middle- and high-school packages). Some hockey packages require a minimum initial deposit of 10% when booked. - Golf training program: CAD 24,500 per school year. - STEAM program (specialised): CAD 8,500 per school year. - English as a Second Language (ESL) program: CAD 8,000 (programme listing). - Advanced Placement (AP) exam fee (when applicable): CAD 300 per exam if registered by the listed on-time registration date; late registration fee CAD 380 per exam. AP exam registration fees are non-refundable. Other recurring and one-time fees - Activity fee: CAD 950 per year. - Material fee (annual): CAD 750. - Medical insurance (annual for international students / residence): CAD 700. - Uniform fee (one-time / standard issue): CAD 800. - Custodianship fee (one-time or annual as required for international minors): CAD 1,200. - Airport pickup (optional): CAD 250 per pickup. - Optional program bundle(s) / elite program packages (examples shown in published materials): amounts such as CAD 16,300 (optional program bundle) are listed as separate line items and are in addition to tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - Application fee is charged at the time the application is submitted/completed. - Offer acceptance: applicants accept an offer by signing the Letter of Acceptance and submitting payment as required by the school. Published enrolment steps indicate that payment is required at acceptance; some program bookings (for example sports packages) allow an initial deposit and staged payments. Where a programme expressly lists a deposit requirement, that deposit is credited toward the final program balance. - Program‑specific deposits and booking terms apply for specialty programs (example: hockey package bookings show a minimum 10% initial deposit credited toward the final payment). Boarding fees and residence billing - Residence with meal plan is billed as CAD 24,500 per school year (residence billing is a separate line item from tuition). Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,125. Residence includes meals and listed residence services. Additional residence-related charges (medical insurance, activity fees, custodianship where applicable) are billed separately. Refunds and cancellations - There is an explicit policy that there are no refunds of tuition fees for students who are expelled. Other refund or withdrawal terms are handled according to the school's enrolment and course‑withdrawal policies; program registration fees such as AP exam registration are non-refundable. Specific program bookings may state their own deposit and refund terms (for example program deposits are credited to final payment when the package specifies). Fee payment options and practical notes on how fees are paid - Specialty-program bookings and store checkout pages use an online payment/checkout provider (checkout.square.site) for program purchases and bookings, indicating that credit‑card payments are accepted for those transactions. For tuition, residence and standard enrolment billing the school's published enrolment steps require payment at acceptance; parents or payers should follow the school's admissions invoice for the exact payment method and banking details. Contact channels and the admissions email are listed by the school for payment arrangements. Fees currency and effective academic year - All amounts are published in Canadian dollars (CAD). The figures provided above match the school's published listings for the 2025/26 academic-year materials and the current programme pages. Notes on how amounts are presented here - Annual fees are shown as published (CAD). Per‑term figures are presented as a simple pro‑rata division by the school's four-semester academic structure where a per-term (per‑semester) value was requested; the school's calendar and semester structure are used for that pro‑rata calculation.	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Registration / Application fee (all applicants): CAD 300 (non‑refundable). - Double Letter of Acceptance (DLA) fee (all applicants where applicable): CAD 450 (non‑refundable). Tuition Fees — International students (by credit package) - 10‑credit program (typical full program option): CAD 28,500 (non‑refundable; refundable only if a study visa is formally rejected). - 8‑credit program: CAD 23,600 (non‑refundable; refundable only if a study visa is formally rejected). - English proficiency / preparation courses (IELTS Prep): CAD 2,850 (non‑refundable; refundable only if visa is rejected where indicated). Tuition Fees — Canadian citizens / Permanent Residents (by credit) - Per credit: CAD 2,600 (non‑refundable). - 4‑credit package: CAD 10,400 (non‑refundable). - 6‑credit package: CAD 15,600 (non‑refundable). - ESL course (110 hours): CAD 2,950 (non‑refundable). Other Mandatory / Regular Fees (applies to all student categories unless otherwise stated) - Commencement fee (includes airport pickup, bank and library services): CAD 180. - Medical insurance (12 months): CAD 800. - Education fee (12 months): CAD 1,000 (non‑refundable). - Uniform fee: CAD 300 (non‑refundable). - Custodianship fee (where applicable): CAD 1,200 (non‑refundable; note: partial deduction may apply on visa refusal as specified). Accommodation & Boarding Fees - Concord Residence (double occupancy, 12 months): CAD 18,960. - Concord Residence (single occupancy, 12 months): CAD 28,560. - South Park Residence (double occupancy, 8 months): CAD 22,000. - South Park Residence (single occupancy, 8 months): CAD 25,200. - Homestay (4 months, meal plan included): CAD 8,000; homestay placement fee CAD 500 will apply. Meal Plans & Transportation - Meal plan at Concord and South Park Residence: CAD 1,000 per month. - Transportation (Concord or South Park Residence): CAD 250 per month. Deposits & Miscellaneous - Dormitory security deposit: CAD 1,000 (refundable if room is returned in good condition). - Additional costs not included in listed fees: trips and excursions, long‑distance phone calls, local transportation beyond listed service, books, photocopying and personal petty cash. Billing Schedule & Payment Terms - Certain fees (registration, DLA, and tuition for international applicants) are required to be paid prior to study permit approval as part of registration. Other fees (commencement, insurance, education fee, uniform, accommodation deposits and monthly residence charges) are payable after study permit approval or according to the school's invoicing schedule. Specific timing is determined at registration and invoicing. Accepted Payment Methods - Money Order. - Bank Draft. - Credit Cards: VISA and MasterCard. - Debit Cards. - Flywire payment option. - Wire payment transfer to the school's Canadian bank account (bank details provided for remittance; remittance advice should be emailed to the school with student identification). Refund Information - Registration fee: non‑refundable under all conditions. - For applicants who require a study permit: tuition and other refundable fees will only be refunded if the student's study permit application is denied; required documentation (written refund application, original visa rejection letter, original Letter of Acceptance and original receipts) must be submitted for processing. - Students already in Canada or students who do not require a visa: tuition fees are not refundable once registered. - Students whose visas have been approved are not eligible for refunds. Notes on fee variability - Residence fees (South Park and Parkside/other residences) and some accommodation options are subject to availability and may change. Alternative residence options may be required if a chosen residence is full.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school serves Grades 7–12 and offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), Advanced Placement (AP) courses, online learning, athletics, and boarding for local and international students. The High School core program follows the Ontario Curriculum, building a foundation across English, French, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, and the Arts, with Civics and Career Studies included; learners complete 18 compulsory OSSD courses. Advanced courses are available for students who want to specialize, with hands-on projects and real-world applications. The program emphasizes post-secondary preparation, including intensive university preparation and a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to universities and colleges. International students receive tutoring support, and progress and attendance are monitored online, while class sizes remain small to support learning and well-being.	Curriculum details TAIE International Institute offers Grades 7–12 with day and boarding options on a 5-acre campus. The curriculum includes more than 25 subjects across the sciences, humanities, and the arts. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) pathway is available; to graduate with the OSSD, students must complete 30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 optional), pass the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test or complete OLC4O, and complete 40 hours of community service. University Preparation Courses (UPC) are available for graduates aiming to enter Canadian or international universities, including UPC Elite for exceptional students targeting Canada's top universities, with one intake per year and additional requirements. ESL (English as a Second Language) includes courses and IELTS preparation; the ESL program is approved by the Ontario Ministry of Education and students study in English.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes enable close attention to students' learning and well-being.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results CAD 1.8M in Scholarships and University Offers: In 2025, graduates received offers from Imperial College London, the London School of Economics and Political Science, and King's College London, as well as from the University of Toronto, the University of British Columbia (UBC), and the University of Waterloo. Graduates were admitted to Australian universities such as the University of New South Wales, Monash University, and the University of Sydney. Altogether, graduates were awarded over CAD 1.8 million in scholarships.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school reports a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to prestigious universities and colleges and provides intensive high school and university preparation. The Ontario Curriculum leads to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), which is recognized by universities worldwide. A dedicated post-secondary pathway helps students gain admission to their chosen programs.	Higher education progression Graduates receive offers from top universities in the UK, Canada, and Australia, including Imperial College London, the London School of Economics, King's College London, the University of Toronto, UBC, the University of Waterloo, the University of New South Wales, Monash, and the University of Sydney.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the C.A.S.E Program provide enrichment and opportunities for advanced learners.	Gifted and talented UPC Elite is designed for exceptional students who aim to be accepted into one of Canada's top six universities; there is one intake per year with additional requirements.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Start the process by submitting the Application form to begin the admissions process. Two years of transcripts from the student's previous academic institutions are required once the process begins. Application fees are charged after the application is completed. The academic team will reach out promptly after the initial submission to outline next steps. 2. ESL Enrollment: All international students take English proficiency assessments. These may include IELTS, TOEFL, iBT, CAEL, CELPIP, or the Royal Crown English placement test. A Math Assessment may be required to place the student in the correct courses. The ESL Assessment determines the appropriate ESL level based on Listening, Reading, and Writing. 3. Admissions Intake: Royal Crown School features four admission intake points throughout the year to maximize learning opportunities. Flexible enrolment means students can begin at August, October, January, or March. The intake schedule supports students starting at different times during the year. The admissions team provides guidance throughout the process. 4. Application Inquiry: The page provides an Application Inquiry option to connect with the academic team for questions and guidance.	Admissions Five-step admissions process: 01 Personalized Admissions Consultation; 02 Submit Your Application; 03 Academic Assessment & Offer Letter; 04 Visa & Enrollment Support; 05 Begin studying at TAIE. TAIE offers rolling admission with 6 high school semesters per year and 12 ESL semesters. If a specific start date is planned, apply 2–4 months before that semester to allow time for visa/study permit processing and departure planning.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships TAIE offers a limited number of scholarships and bursaries each year. Scholarships are based on academic ability; bursaries are based on family need. The University of Toronto - TAIE Excellence Award selects 5 winners annually; the winners are chosen by the University of Toronto's admission officer and are honored during TAIE's graduation ceremony. Additional scholarships include Academic Scholarships.
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