Top 5 High Schools in Canada
Canada has become a sought-after study abroad destination for international students due to its low tuition rates, warm community atmosphere and inviting climate. Whether you're considering attending high school or university level education, Canada has something special to offer everyone.
The United States boasts some of the world's top high schools, which are often chosen for their academic excellence and diverse offerings.
1. Vancouver Lakefield College
Vancouver Lakefield College (LCS), situated on the shores of Katchewanooka Lake, has been in operation since 1879. Its 155-acre main campus features instructional facilities, extensive hiking and Nordic skiing trails, sports fields, a regulation outdoor hockey rink, high and low ropes courses as well as plenty of green space.
Lakefield is renowned for its extensive extracurricular programs and excursions, which emphasize physical education as well as music, vocalization and cognitive recreation. These range from photography, photo design and acting to musical composition and vocal performance.
LCS students enjoy an experience that's distinct from typical Canadian boarding schools - and that can only be seen as a good thing.
2. Michaels University
Saint Michael's University is an undergraduate college that emphasizes the liberal arts. With more than 30 bachelor's degree programs available, this small institution provides a challenging yet rewarding educational environment.
The College boasts state-of-the-art libraries and residence halls, as well as a range of academic programs and services. Although affiliated with the University of Toronto, it offers its own distinct academic initiatives.
Students enjoy an active campus life that boasts over 40 student clubs and organizations as well as 21 varsity sports teams known as the Purple Knights. Furthermore, the college has a proud tradition of service to the community through programs like Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts (MOVE).
The College offers an impressive arts program, featuring courses in music and drama. There are professional art teachers at every level as well as dedicated visual and performing arts spaces.
3. Victoria Ridley College
Victoria Ridley College was established in 1889 and quickly gained notoriety as one of Canada's premier independent schools. Situated on an idyllic 90-acre campus at the centre of the Niagara region, it serves as a microcosm of global society--one where everyone belongs.
Ridley boasts an esteemed faculty, a learner-centric culture and an unwavering dedication to service. This combination creates an education that's truly global in scope and will equip you for lifelong success.
Students enjoy access to top-of-the-line facilities on campus that were completely upgraded in 2019. These include an athletic complex, ten residential houses for boarding students, playing fields and labs as well as two theatres.
4. Ontario Appleby College
Appleby College, situated on Lake Ontario in Oakville, Canada, is an international day and boarding school (grades 7-12) dedicated to liberal arts education. Its campus boasts expansive grounds, a central academic quadrangle and numerous facilities.
Boarding is available for students in grades 9 through 12, with instruction focusing on an integrated liberal arts curriculum incorporating science, humanities and the arts. In addition to academic classes, a comprehensive co-curricular program offers numerous opportunities in leadership development, sports participation and music performance.
On campus, there are four boarding houses: Baillie House, Walker House and Colley House for boys; as well as Powell's House for girls. Each building bears the name of one of our distinguished families that have supported the school for generations.
5. Albert West Island College
Albert West Island College provides a comprehensive educational experience for students in Grades 7 to 12. It essentially houses two schools under one roof - an English immersion program and a French immersion program.
WIC places great emphasis on academic excellence, with small class sizes and individualized learning to help students excel both socially and academically. Furthermore, WIC provides a range of extracurricular activities such as athletics and arts programs.
The school is part of the global Class Afloat program, which gives students the chance to sail aboard a tall ship and explore over 20 ports during their gap year. Furthermore, it offers an intense high school curriculum for Grades 11 and 12, as well as university options for those wishing to complete their diploma in Quebec.
