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Elmwood School

Canada, Ottawa

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Boarding, Uniform and Food

Daily life details and school culture

Boarding Arrangements

Day school only; no boarding facilities

Uniform Requirement

School uniform is required. Estimated costs: CAD 400 (Pre-K to SK), CAD 650 (Junior School), CAD 1,000 (Middle and Senior School).

Food Options

Bistro services are available on campus for a separate fee

House System

Four houses compete for the House Cup throughout the year, building community spirit and friendly competition

Governance and Ownership

Independent non-profit school governed by a board of directors. Accredited by CAIS (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools).

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$18,800 - 37,650
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 385
Type Girls School
Opened 1915
Bus Service Yes

Elmwood School is an independent all-girls school in Ottawa, Ontario, founded in 1915. Serving approximately 385 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, Elmwood is the only school in the Ottawa region to offer all three levels of the International Baccalaureate programme. With an average class size of 15 students, the school combines the IB framework with the Ontario curriculum. The Class of 2024 achieved a 100% university acceptance rate, with CAD 15 million in scholarship offers and 46% pursuing STEM-related programmes. Elmwood is an Apple Distinguished School, one of only 19 in Canada, and is ranked among the top 25 private schools in the country. Students from 47 countries participate in 38 sports teams, 65 clubs, and a four-house system.

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