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Columbia International College:
Columbia International College is the largest private junior and senior boarding high school in Canada. Located in Hamilton, Ontario, Columbia believes in the individuality of each student and tailors its resources to effectively meet the unique academic, social, emotional and physical (ASEP) needs of our students. As a result, 100 per cent of our students since 1995 have received admission to top universities worldwide, many with scholarships.

Columbia at a Glance :

Photo of International Boarding School in Ontario, Canada- The largest private junior and senior boarding high school in Canada
- Registered with the Ontario Ministry of Education since 1979
 - Highly qualified teachers; 40% hold a PhD or Master's Degree, many with overseas teaching experience
 - Official Test Centre for:
        *Princeton University ETS authorized centre for iBT TOEFL
        * University of Michigan MELAB
        * Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
        * Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT)
       * Advanced Placement Exam (AP)

Our Students
- We welcome 1,700 international students from 73 countries
- 100% of our graduates have been accepted to top universities in Canada and worldwide, many with scholarships
- Over 72% of graduates are accepted into the top 8 Canadian universities each year
- Low student-teacher ratio of 20:1
- Our graduates receive special offers from our University Partners® and Dual Admission partnerships in Canada and the U.S.A
        -Over 30 designated University Entrance Scholarships for our graduates
        -Waived or reduced TOEFL scores for international students
        -Extended deadline for applications

Our Facilities
- Safe and secure buildings, monitored by Campus Safety
- 6 separate residences for boys and girls
- Residence Masters on duty 24/7 ensuring students' safety
 -24/7 CCTV and access controlled door system in all residences

Record of Success:

Since 1995, 100 per cent of our students, have received admission to top universities worldwide, many with scholarships.

Admission  into  Top  Universities (2013)
- 437 admitted to University of Toronto
- 242 admitted to University of Waterloo
- 190 admitted to McMaster University
- CAD $4,800,000 earned in University Entrance Scholarships
- 70% of graduates admitted to top 8 Canadian universties

University Partners®:

With our graduates’ excellent record of success over the years, Columbia has established a University Partners® program which provides advantages that are only available exclusively to our graduates. University Placement Counsellors work diligently with the top universities to:
-  Maintain and expand the admission advantages from our University Partners® program
- Increase the number and amount of scholarships offered to Total Care® graduates 

Our eight Canadian University Partners® include:
- University of Alberta
- Brock University
- McMaster University 
- University of Toronto, Mississauga
- University of Ontatrio Institute of Technology 
- University of Waterloo
- Western University
- York University

Email: Contact Us
Address: L8S 4P3, Hamilton, Ontario , Canada
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2021-08-19 were from:

NEW JERSEY, USA; Silver Spring, Maryland, USA; Goiânia, Brazil; Brindisi, Italy; and more.
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Dwight International School, Vancouver Island
Courses / Programs
Dwight International School is located on Vancouver Island BC, on a 23-acre campus 30 minutes north of Victoria. We are a private international university preparatory school offering both boarding and day programs for high school students, based on the International Baccalaureate curriculum. We provide Grades 7-12, and dedicated ESL support courses.

Together with our consortium partners, The Dwight School/Anglo American International School, New York City and North London International School, United Kingdom, Dwight has a rich tradition of academic excellence. We believe that every student has a spark of genius and our goal is to nurture that potential.

We follow a holistic philosophy and believe in educating the entire person. The benefit of the Dwight curriculum is the way that we actively combine challenging experiences with academic rigor and creative opportunity in the personal education of every student.

Our educational philosophy is that an active, challenging curriculum provides students with the opportunity to develop all their intelligences (Analytical, Practical, Creative and Emotional) and these then strengthen each other, leading to well-balanced, perceptive individuals who have the confidence to take action to improve the lives of others.
Day & Boarding Programs for Canadian & International High School Students:

- Holistic education based on the IB curriculum
- Class sizes of 10-12 students
- Emphasis on leadership
- Dwight School Exchange Programs
- Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music
- Business & Management, Design Technology
- French, Spanish and Mandarin
- Fencing and golf
- Water-front activity center
Canadian Independent College
Courses / Programs
Canadian Independent College (CIC) is a co-educational, university-preparatory college and boarding school in Ontario, Canada, providing a caring and inclusive learning environment for students in Grades 9-12. CIC represents excellence in preparing students for entrance into Universities and Colleges throughout the world. We emphasize the development of each student to his or her potential in terms of intellectual, ethical, physical, and social qualities.

Our well-qualified staff and administration are committed to academic excellence. In addition, students are assisted to balance academic, extracurricular and social pursuits within a disciplined and nurturing environment. Our vision is that each student will succeed in global multi-dimensional, multicultural competition at universities and colleges around the world.

Canadian Independent College is located in the Waterloo region, just five minutes drive to the University of Waterloo and Sir Wilfred Laurier University. The College is also located near the University of Guelph, Universities in Toronto, McMaster University, the University of Western Ontario and many more. The closest cities are Kitchener and Waterloo and Pearson International Airport is an hour's drive to the school.
Co-educational Secondary School Boarding Programs:

- High School (Grades 9 -12)
- Pre-University (English & French Programs)
- University Transfer Programs
- Advanced Placement Courses (AP)
- Summer Camps (under 17 years of age)
- Winter Camps
- Exchange Student program
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses
- French Bilingual Classes
Newbridge Academy, Nova Scotia
Courses / Programs
Newbridge Academy (NBA) is a co-educational independent school committed to providing interactive, engaging and innovative academic and athletic programs to students in Junior Primary (Age 4) through High School. Located in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Newbridge Academy is leading the way in creatively delivering enhanced curriculum, through passionate, Nova Scotia-licenced teachers. Small class-sizes, a safe learning environment and daily physical activity makes Newbridge Academy an easy choice for families looking to take control of their child's education.

Housed in a state-of-the-art sport and academic facility, NBA uses an innovative approach to deliver grade school curriculum that integrates sports and fitness with the educational programming. We are dedicated to preparing highly motivated students through a comprehensive, customized educational program, which emphasizes both academics and athletics.

Under the guidance of an exemplary faculty of educators, we provide students with opportunities to achieve their full potential through programs that engage, stimulate and nurture. Under the guidance of all our staff, students have the opportunity to achieve their full potential through programming that engages, challenges and nurtures the ‘whole’ child.
NBA is a leader in integrating academics & sports / fitness:

- Boarding School:
We deliver a grade school curriculum that integrates sports & fitness with the educational programming

- Head-start Elementary (Primary to Grade 2)
- Junior Elementary Grades 3 & 4
- Senior Elementary Grades 5 & 6
- Junior High Grades 7-9

Integrated Academic and Athletic Programs:
- Hockey / Multi Sport (grades 3-10) & Custom Elite Programs (grades P-10)

We also offer hockey programs & camps during the school year & summer.
A+ Academy
Courses / Programs
A+ World Academy is a non-profit high school that sails around the world on the Norwegian sail Ship ’Sørlandet'. Students read international curriculum (Advanced Placement courses) on board, meet different cultures around the world and live in a challenging maritime environment that fosters independence, communication, teamwork and leadership.

We pride ourselves on close support of the students through a 7:1 teacher-student ratio, class sizes from 1-18 and support around the clock. We emphasise cultural understanding through encounters with people from around the world, and challenge our students daily to become the best versions of themselves.

Our program is demanding, and not for everyone. Not only are you a student at the school, but you take part in sailing a fully-rigged Tall Ship. You will be given challenging chores, but also have experiences that you will benefit from later in life. As part of a crew that needs to work together for a year, you will learn not only about sailing and seamanship, but also about cooperation, leadership and teamwork.

If you want to learn more about this challenging academic program, We’d love to meet you and talk more about the program.
Worldwide Nautical Boarding School Program for 11th & 12th Grade Students:

Core Programmes:
- English Literature and Composition
- Chinese Language & Culture or Spanish
- Art, Communication & Technology
- Physical Education

Elective Programmes:
- Science
- Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics
- Mathematics
- Social Science
- World History, Macroeconomics, Human Geography,
- Comparative Government & Politics

Signature Programme:
- The A+ Research Essay
- The A+ Learning Workshop
- The A+ Guest Lecturer Series
- The A+ Field Studies
Mennonite Collegiate Institute
Courses / Programs
Mennonite Collegiate Institute (MCI) is an accredited, private day and boarding school that offers grades 7 through 12 to boys and girls. The school is situated in Gretna, Manitoba, just north of the Canadian - U.S. border. and 90 minutes south of Winnipeg. MCI is not like every other high school, we pride ourselves on providing a different type of educational experience to our students.

With a student body of roughly 135 students from Grades 7-12, we offer students a comfortable, safe, and caring environment in which to learn and grow. It is our aim make MCI a place where students can discover their academic, musical and athletic gifts in a Christian/Anabaptist setting. MCI is recognized and accredited by MB Education, the Canadian Council and Christian Charities.
Co-educational Day & Boarding Programs for Students in Grades 7-12:

- MCI offers all courses that the ECY branch of the Manitoba government requires for graduation.

We also provide Elective Courses:
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Music
- Futures in Business
- Dramatic Arts
- Accounting Principles
- Digital Media...
Bronte College Of Canada, Mississauga
Courses / Programs
Located in a quiet parkland area of Mississauga, close to downtown Toronto and Niagara Falls, Bronte College of Canada is a private, co-educational boarding school that is committed to providing a learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence and individual growth. Founded in 1991, Bronte offers courses specially formulated to meet the needs of Canadian and international students in Grades 9-12, and to satisfy the requirements of the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum guidelines.

In addition, Bronte offers special AP and BUC courses which provide students with the special opportunity of earning university credits before they even leave Bronte. School trips, sports, and clubs also help to provide our students with a well-rounded experience while they are studying in Canada in a quiet parkland area of Mississauga, close to a number of important tourist attractions, such as downtown Toronto and Niagara Falls.
Boarding Programs for Boys & Girls (Grades 9-12)

- Grades 9 & 10 Secondary School Diploma Program
- Grade 11 & 12 (Pre-University Programs)
- Advanced Placement (AP) Course Curriculum
- Bronte College University Credit Courses
- ESL English (5 levels)
- Language Study & Tour Summer Program (Summer Camps)