TAIE International Institute and WillowWood School are both in Toronto, about 10 km apart. Both schools follow a Canadian curriculum. Published annual fees are close, at CA$31,050 - 32,000 for TAIE International Institute and CA$29,950 - 33,400 for WillowWood School. TAIE International Institute takes pupils from 14 to 18, and WillowWood School from 5 to 18.
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.
Location
WillowWood School is located at 55 Scarsdale Road, Toronto, Ontario M3B 2R3. It is a private, co-educational day school serving Grades 1-12. The school emphasizes individualized teaching with a pod-based system and small class sizes. It operates in Toronto, Ontario.
Stages
Stages
Grades 7–12
Stages
Lower School Grades 1-6; Middle School Grades 7-8; High School Grades 9-12
School type
School type
Private international high school with on-site boarding residences
School type
Independent day school; co-educational
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
30+ nationalities
Pupil nationality mix
WillowWood's International Program welcomes students from many countries, including China, Korea, Saudi Arabia and Mexico.
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).
Additional learning support
Lower School offers an Additional Support Program with Orton-Gillingham, Remediation Plus, Direct Instruction (Reasoning and Writing; Reading Comprehension), and related supports (math, writing, organizational skills, assistive technology). High School provides TOSS (Teaching Organization and Study Skills) and Homework Hubs; tutoring and study support are available.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Canada
Country affiliation
Canada
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation
School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Follows Ontario Ministry of Education hours; mandated number of hours and achievements are required; the schedule is not flexible.
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
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)
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.
Fee details
Application fee - No separate application fee is required for admission.
Tuition fees (annual) — published school-year figures - The following annual tuition amounts are published for the 2026/27 academic year (amounts shown in Canadian dollars): - Kindergarten 3 (K3): CAD 29,950 per year. - Grades 1–6: CAD 29,950 per year. - Grades 7–8: CAD 31,500 per year. - Grades 9–12: CAD 33,400 per year. Annual billing is used for the figures shown.
Tuition fees (notes and other course fees) - Period Five (online / credit recovery or advance-credit) fees: full-credit course CAD 1,800; half-credit course CAD 900. - Additional support programs, small-group interventions, remediation or enrichment are charged as extra fees when applicable; these are delivered on a for-fee basis. - International-student guardianship and homestay services, when required, can add significant cost; typical ranges published for those services at the school are approximately CAD 10,000 to CAD 30,000 (guardian/homestay arrangements are billed separately from base tuition).
Billing schedule and payment terms - The tuition figures are shown as annual amounts. An early-payment incentive is published (discount CAD 500), and a sibling (second-child) discount is published (CAD 2,200), indicating the school offers at least an annual payment option with early-payment and sibling adjustments. Exact instalment options, term-by-term billing dates, and the full tuition payment schedule should be confirmed with admissions or accounts.
Boarding / Residential fees - WillowWood operates as a day school; there is no boarding program and no boarding fees. Homestay or guardianship services for international students are arranged and charged separately when needed.
Other compulsory or typical additional costs - Uniforms and spirit wear: the school maintains a uniform policy and an official schoolwear store for required items (hoodies, zip-ups, shirts, etc.). Uniform purchase costs are additional to tuition and are paid through the school-authorized supplier. - Student activities, field trips (including larger out-of-province/international trips), certain co-curricular offerings, and some support-program placements may carry extra fees charged separately from tuition. - Summer program or Camp Discovery sessions are offered with separate fees (program fees for summer courses/camps are charged in addition to regular tuition).
Refunds, cancellation, and withdrawal - No detailed, public tuition-refund schedule or an explicit published withdrawal/refund table is posted alongside the school fee figures available in public listings. Families should review the school's formal enrollment/fee agreement (enrolment contract) for the precise cancellation, withdrawal and refund terms that will apply to any payments made.
Fee payment options (common methods and practical note) - Common payment methods used across Canadian private schools include: electronic bank transfer (wire), Interac e-Transfer, cheque, and credit-card payments (sometimes via a third-party processor). The school's published materials list annual amounts and discounts but do not publish a full, detailed public list of accepted payment channels; families should confirm the accepted payment methods, fees for credit-card processing, and available instalment plans with the school's admissions or finance office.
Quick practical summary for parents - Annual tuition (2026/27 published figures): K3–Gr 6 CAD 29,950; Gr 7–8 CAD 31,500; Gr 9–12 CAD 33,400. - No separate application fee is required. - The school is a day school (no boarding); homestay/guardianship for international students is extra. - Expect additional charges for uniforms, optional programs, some support services, and summer offerings; Period Five course fees are CAD 1,800 (full credit) and CAD 900 (half credit).
(If you need the precise billing dates, instalment options or the school's formal refund/cancellation clause for the enrollment contract, those items are handled by the school's admissions/accounts office.)
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
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.
Curriculum details
All courses in Lower School (Grades 1-6), Middle School (Grades 7-8), and High School (Grades 9-12) follow the Ontario Ministry of Education's curriculum guidelines, and the school is regularly inspected by the Ministry.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
Small class sizes.
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.
Exam results
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Higher education progression
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.
Higher education progression
Alumni have progressed to universities including the University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, McGill University, McMaster University, and Western University.
Gifted and talented
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.
Gifted and talented
An enriched program is available for students who excel in one or more subject areas.
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
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.
Admissions
1. Domestic Admissions: The admissions process is ongoing throughout the year. A meeting with parents/guardians and Principals is held. A visit to the school by the prospective student is possible if feasible. Documentation is reviewed as part of the process. 2. International Admissions: A parent, guardian or agent contacts the school and receives a list of necessary information. The information is assessed by the admissions team. An interview meeting (in person or via telephone/Skype) is held with the prospective student's parent(s)/guardian(s)/agent, our admissions team, and the student. Placement is offered. 3. Next steps: To proceed, fill out the Inquiry Form. You can call 416 444 7644 to speak with an admissions representative. You may also apply online.
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.
