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International Schools in Toronto, Canada

Compare 9 international schools in Toronto, Canada. Filter by curriculum, fees (average CAD 18,301), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
9
Curricula
6
Average annual fee
CAD 22,165
Fee range
CAD 138 – 86,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (7 schools)
Average school size
670 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Upper Canada College
Oldest
Upper Canada College (1829)
With boarding
6
About international schools in Toronto, Canada

International schools in Toronto form a mixed, largely private sector that sits alongside the city’s strong public and Catholic boards; many cater to internationally mobile families by offering international curricula, bilingual programmes and English-as-an-additional-language support. You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), schools teaching the Ontario provincial curriculum (leading to the OSSD), and a smaller number offering British (IGCSE/A-level) or American (AP/US-style) pathways, often with extra-language options such as French, Mandarin or Spanish. Annual day-school tuition varies widely by school and programme but typically sits in the mid-five-figure to low-five-figure Canadian dollar range, while more accessible private options exist below that band; fees rarely include meals, transport or extracurriculars. Admissions follow the standard independent-school cycle in Ontario - campus visits and assessments in the autumn, formal application deadlines in late autumn or early winter and offers commonly issued in late winter - so relocating families should start enquiries as early as possible.

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Which curricula will my child commonly find at international schools in Toronto?
Toronto’s international schools most often offer the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP/MYP/DP) or the Ontario provincial curriculum that leads to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD); you will also encounter schools following British (IGCSE/A-level) and American (AP or US-style) programmes. Many schools blend curricula or offer dual pathways, so check whether a school’s programme is continuous from early years through to graduation.
How much should I budget for tuition?
Tuition varies substantially by school, grade and whether the school is day or boarding, but international and independent day schools in Toronto commonly charge in a band that spans roughly low-five-figure to mid-five-figure Canadian dollars per year, with some established day schools reporting fees closer to CAD 40,000 - 50,000 by grade. Additional costs such as activity fees, technology charges, uniforms, transport and exams are frequently extra, so always request a full fee schedule from the school.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Toronto?
Most independent and international schools in Toronto begin outreach and assessments in the autumn, set formal application deadlines in late autumn or early winter (commonly around November - December), and issue offers in late winter, so families relocating should start researching and contacting schools at least six to nine months before their desired start date. International applicants who need a study permit will also need to allow time for immigration paperwork and any custodianship requirements for minors.
What languages of instruction and language support are available?
English is the primary language of instruction at most international schools, but bilingual French - English schools and French immersion options exist alongside schools that teach additional languages such as Mandarin and Spanish; many schools also run English-as-an-additional-language (EAL/EALD) or English language assessments for incoming students. If maintaining home language or pursuing a dual-language pathway is a priority, confirm how many hours per week are allocated to each language and what external accreditation or examination options are offered.
What should a relocating family look for when choosing an international school in Toronto?
Focus on curricular fit (how the programme aligns with your child’s future plans), language support and progression for non-native speakers, class size and pastoral/EAL support, and the school’s approach to assessment and university/career guidance rather than reputation alone. Also compare total cost of attendance, practicalities such as location and transport, and whether the school has experience supporting internationally mobile families and the immigration paperwork they require.