Canada, Toronto
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ESL (English as a Second Language) programs are available for international students, with IELTS language test preparation included. ESL is offered during the school year, and placement testing occurs at orientation for new international students. French is taught as a language subject in the Elementary Program (Grades 1-8) and is part of High School credits (OSSD). The school follows the Ontario curriculum for Elementary and High School (Grades 1-12), and the Early Learning program serves ages 3-6.
J. Addison School is a private Canadian day and boarding K-12 school in Markham, Ontario, educating students from early learning through secondary and a Boarding Program for Grades 7–12. The Canadian curriculum is delivered with a five-period day and a Focus for Success period, supported by technology-enabled learning. The Addison Advantage emphasizes a Safe and Inclusive environment, personalized guidance, and collaboration that nurtures intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving. A rooftop solar system demonstrates the school's commitment to sustainability. University Partnerships provide on-site campus tours, recruitment sessions, scholarships, and personalized support for partner Canadian universities such as York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Trent University. Facilities span a 58,000-square-foot campus with modern art classrooms, a gym, a dance studio, a library, a science laboratory, a cafeteria, and dormitories. ESL support, IELTS on site, and an AP program with over 30 subjects broaden opportunities for post-secondary pathways for all students.