Bond Academy and Urban International School are both in Toronto, about 15 km apart. Both schools offer Canadian programmes, and Bond Academy also offers Montessori. Published annual fees are CA$550 - 36,000 at Bond Academy and CA$23,400 at Urban International School, which puts Urban International School roughly 28% higher. Bond Academy takes pupils from 4 to 18, and Urban International School from 12 to 18.
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Bond Academy
Toronto, Canada
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Urban International School
Toronto, Canada
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Fees / year
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Fees / year CA$550 - 36,000 | Fees / year CA$23,400 |
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Age range
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Age range 4 - 18 years | Age range 12 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding) |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum | Curriculum Canadian Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils — | Pupils 400 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size — | Typical class size 15 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened — | Opened 2009 |
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Bus service
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Bus service No | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location Bond Academy is located at 1500 Birchmont Road, Toronto, Ontario M1P 2G5. The school day runs from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. For inquiries, contact 416-266-8878. | Location North York, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Main Entrance: 1107 Finch Ave W, Toronto, ON M3J 2C5. East Entrance: 2 Champagne Dr, Toronto, ON M3J 0K2. We are located near Finch Station. |
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Stages
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Stages Montessori Casa (Ages 4-6); Kindergarten; Elementary School (Grades 1-8); Secondary School (Grades 9-12). | Stages The UIS Middle School serves Grade 7-8. The UIS High School serves Grade 9-12. |
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School type
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School type Private K-12 school | School type Private high school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development; French as a Second Language | Additional learning support ESL Program. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Canada | Country affiliation Canada |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure Full-day program runs 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Montessori Casa and Kindergarten offer half-day options from 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Application Fee (local students): CAD 150 (non-refundable). - Activity Fee (local students): CAD 50 (payable to the parent council). - Deposit (due on registration, non-refundable): CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK; CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. - Application Fee (international students): CAD 300 for Kindergarten/Elementary; CAD 300–500 for secondary programs depending on pathway. Annual Tuition — Local / Domestic Students (per academic year) - Montessori Casa (ages 3–6): CAD 14,000 per year. - Kindergarten (full day): CAD 14,000 per year; Half-day Kindergarten program: CAD 8,000 per year. - Elementary School (Grades 1–8): CAD 17,500 per year. - Secondary School (Grades 9–12): CAD 16,000 per year (regular program). Grade 12 online credit (external students): CAD 550 per course. Tuition — International Students (annual figures for 2025/26 fee schedule examples) - Kindergarten & Elementary (Grade 1–8): CAD 24,800 per year. Medical insurance CAD 700/yr; Activity Fee CAD 200/yr. - Secondary programs (examples by pathway): OSSD program CAD 24,800/yr; OSSD+ add-on CAD +6,000; University Pathway CAD 32,000/yr; University Elite Pathway CAD 36,000/yr. Application fees and activity fees vary by program. Payment Plans, Per-Term / Instalment Detail and Billing Schedule - Standard billing cadence and common payment plans are described below; deposits are required up front and the balance is scheduled according to the chosen plan. Plans shown are representative examples of available options and amounts for the published fee year. - Plan A — Ten-month payment plan (example period: September 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,650 (first payment) and CAD 1,699.50 for subsequent months (ten payments across Sep–Jun) under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required. A deferred service charge is included in these monthly amounts. - For Secondary (Grades 9–12): monthly payments shown around CAD 1,500 (first payment) and CAD 1,545 for subsequent months under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required; a deferred service charge is included. - Plan A — Twelve-month payment plan (example period: July 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,375 initially and CAD 1,416.25 for subsequent months (twelve payments) with the stated deposit. - For Secondary: twelve-month plan amounts shown around CAD 1,250 initially and CAD 1,287.50 thereafter (twelve payments). - Plan B — Two-installment plan: the second installment typically includes a small deferred payment service charge (example two-payment dates and amounts are published in the fee schedule). Plan B requires the initial deposit. - Plan C — Three-installment plan: the second and third installments typically include a deferred service charge; the initial deposit is required. - Plan D — Full-payment option: a one-time full-payment amount is accepted (published full-payment amounts vary by program); the initial deposit is required and the remaining balance due by the stated full-payment deadline. Examples in the published schedules show full-payment amounts and exact due dates. - Family tuition pricing (domestic): packaged annual tuition for families is available and priced as follows: 1 child CAD 17,500; 2 children CAD 32,000; 3 children CAD 46,000; 4 children CAD 58,000. Boarding / Accommodation Fees - The school's international-student arrangements include homestay/accommodation (not on-campus full boarding) with monthly accommodation fees typically CAD 1,800–2,200 for a single room. A homestay application fee and custodianship legal fee apply (examples: homestay application fee CAD 200; custodianship legal fee CAD 300 one-time). Custodianship ongoing fees and deposits are detailed in the international homestay paperwork. Other Costs and Annual Extras - Books and uniforms (Grades 1–12): typically estimated at CAD 1,000 per year. Uniform costs for Kindergarten and Montessori programs are estimated at CAD 250 per year. - Activity fees: local students CAD 50 annually; international students' activity/new-student fees vary (examples: elementary CAD 200; secondary new-student activity CAD 800). - Medical insurance (international students): CAD 700 per year (mandatory unless acceptable private coverage is provided). - Optional services (international examples): after-school tutoring and new-parent service fee CAD 3,000 per 6 months (optional for Grade 1–8 international students). Textbooks for international students are frequently purchased after enrollment. Refunds and Non-Refundable Items - Application fees are non-refundable. Deposits required at registration are non-refundable. Activity fees are retained. These non-refundable items apply to local/domestic registrations as published. - International-student refund policy (examples from the published international schedule): if a Study Permit (or accompanying parent visa where applicable) is refused by immigration authorities, refund requests may be processed if submitted within six months of the refusal letter; refunded amounts are calculated after deducting the application fee, any custodianship legal fee, and an administrative processing fee (example administrative processing fee CAD 800). Specific documentation (original refusal letter and a written refund request) is required for processing. Some conditions render applications non-refundable (for example, incomplete or false documentation, or failure to submit the Study Permit application within the required timeframe). Fee Payment Methods and Banking - Bank/Wire transfer and bank draft are accepted for international tuition payments. The international fee schedule publishes the beneficiary bank details for wire transfers; wire payments are converted into Canadian dollars at the bank exchange rate on the day funds are received. - Payment-plan options (monthly, multi-installment, full payment) are administered through the school's billing/account system; a school payment portal (My Bond Account) is provided for family account management and payments. Specific payment methods accepted through the portal (for example, card, e-transfer, or direct debit) are administratively determined and available through the school's accounts office. Summary of Immediate, Typical Upfront Costs at Registration (examples) - Application Fee (local): CAD 150. Deposit (local Grades 1–12): CAD 1,000 (or CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK). Activity Fee (local): CAD 50. Additional annual items (books/uniforms) estimate CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. Homestay/custodianship fees apply for international placements. | Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Full‑time registration fee: CAD 350. - Part‑time registration fee: CAD 150. Tuition — Middle School (Grade 7–8) - Tuition (annual): CAD 17,600 per grade. - Tuition (semester): CAD 8,800 per semester. - School fee: CAD 1,200 per grade. - Uniform fee (one‑time): CAD 350 (a blazer, 2 polos, and a hoodie). - Custodian fee: CAD 1,000 for 12 months; Full guardianship option: CAD 8,000 for 12 months. - International student insurance: CAD 700 per year. - Homestay fee (4 weeks, 3 meals): CAD 1,650. Homestay placement fee: CAD 250. Airport pick‑up service: CAD 150. Tuition — High School (Grade 9–12) - 8 credits package: CAD 20,000. - 9 credits package: CAD 22,500. - 10 credits package: CAD 25,000. - Individual credit fee: CAD 2,500 per credit. - Private 1:1 course: CAD 4,900 per 1:1 lesson. Tutorial program: CAD 100 per hour. - School fee: CAD 500 per semester. - Full‑time registration fee: CAD 350; part‑time registration fee: CAD 150. Uniform fee (one‑time): CAD 350 (a blazer, 2 polos, and a hoodie). Custodian fee: CAD 1,000 (12 months). International student insurance: CAD 700 per year. Homestay fee, placement fee and airport pick‑up: CAD 1,650; CAD 250; CAD 150 respectively. Billing schedule and payment terms - Middle School follows a two‑semester academic year: Semester 1 (September–January) and Semester 2 (February–June). Tuition is shown both as an annual amount and as a per‑semester amount. - High School operates on a multi‑semester system with up to five short semesters per year (each 8–10 weeks depending on the term); students may enrol into semester‑length courses and fees are structured by credits/semester packages. - Invoices carry the school's bank details and payment instructions; payments should allow sufficient processing time when using wire transfer, Flywire, cheque, or other bank channels. Specific invoice due dates and installment deadlines appear on each student invoice. Boarding & Accommodation (where provided) - UIS offers on‑site residence options (UIS Main Residence and UIS Regular Residence) and homestay options (Premium and Regular Homestay). Homestay pricing is CAD 1,650 for a 4‑week stay (three meals); homestay placement fee is CAD 250; airport pick‑up is CAD 150. Residence and homestay arrangements include three meals and student support according to the accommodation type selected. Other costs and incidental fees - Uniform: CAD 350 (blazer, 2 polos, hoodie). - School fees: Middle School CAD 1,200 per grade; High School CAD 500 per semester. - Custodianship / guardianship options and insurance fees as listed above. - Additional academic services: private 1:1 courses (CAD 4,900 per lesson) and tutorial support (CAD 100 per hour). Portfolio and specialty program pricing (expressed in CAD) appear on program pages. Refund information and conditions - International students: a full refund less an administration fee of CAD 600 is granted only if a Canadian study permit is refused by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Refund requests must be supported by the original Letter of Refusal from IRCC, the original Letter of Acceptance from the school, and the original receipt for paid tuition. No refund is issued if the student or guardians withdraw after the school issues a tuition receipt and/or Letter of Acceptance, unless the study permit is officially rejected by IRCC. - Domestic students: no refund is issued once the student starts courses, even if the student does not complete the courses, due to class‑enrolment management. Fee payment options - Wire transfer to the school's bank account; the beneficiary name is Urban International School (2017) Inc.; bank details appear on each student invoice. - Flywire (online payments including many local bank methods and credit/debit card payments). - Money order, bank draft or certified cheque payable to Urban International School (2017) Inc. (include student name and ID on the payment). - E‑Transfer (for Canadian bank accounts) to deposit@uihs.ca; include student name and payment purpose in the memo to help verification. Notes on amounts and presentation - All amounts are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). Program pages and brochures also display CAD pricing for specialty programs and services. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements Homestay arrangements are available for international admissions; an International Homestay Application Form is provided. | Boarding arrangements UIS offers on-site UIS Residences and UIS Homestays: Main Residence (single room with private bathroom or double room with shared bathroom; 3 meals), Regular Residence (single room with shared bathroom; 3 meals), Premium Homestay (single room with shared bathroom; 3 meals), Regular Homestay (single room with shared bathroom; 3 meals). |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement Bond Academy uses a dress code that governs student attire and is in effect during school hours. There are gender-specific guidelines with separate Dress Code pages for Girls and Boys. Uniforms are part of the annual costs, with Kindergarten and Montessori uniforms priced at $250. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options Hot Lunch Program is offered and served in the Bond Cafeteria. The program uses Bond Café Ordering to pre-order meals; pre-ordering the night before is recommended. | Food options Three meals are provided daily with UIS accommodation options. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Bond Academy provides the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum in small classes. It offers Montessori Casa through Grade 12. The Montessori early years include five curriculum areas: Practical Life Skills, Cultivating the Five Senses, Numeracy, Literacy and Culture. A Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics, and there is an elite basketball program; arts education covers drama, music and visual arts. The program includes local and global issues within social sciences and character education. AP exams are offered with digital or hybrid formats on site. | Curriculum details UIS has a two-tier structure with a Middle School (grades 7–8) and a High School (grades 9–12). Middle School covers eight subject areas: Arts, Core French, Health and Physical Education, Language, Science & Technology, History, and Geography, with a sample schedule showing daily Language Arts, Canadian History/Geography, Math, Science & Technology, and French. High School offers courses across Arts, Business & Management, Canadian & World Studies, Computer & Technology, English, Mathematics, Social Sciences & Humanities, and Sciences, and adds electives such as Visual Design and Introduction to Computer Programming. UIS provides two post-secondary pathways: University Stream and College Stream, with a University Stream that includes an Academic Tracking System and options across Engineering, Science & Math, Arts, and Business, plus electives available in the arts, languages, and drama. Students pursue the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), requiring 18 compulsory credits, 12 optional credits, 40 hours of community involvement, and the OSSLT or OSSLC literacy requirement. In 2024–25 UIS reported scholarships totaling over $1.266 million to graduates, and the 2025 University Offers include admissions to the University of Toronto, York University, Western University, McMaster University, and Queen's University, among others. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to the University of Toronto (Life Science and Computer Science) and York University (Biotechnology) in 2019. | Higher education progression UIS graduates gain university admissions across Canada; 91% of UIS graduates go to the top five universities in Canada and 100% of UIS graduates gain admission to undergraduate programs worldwide. The 2024–25 Honour Roll highlights scholarships from multiple universities, and the 2025 University Offers page lists offers to institutions such as the University of Toronto, York University, Western University, McMaster University, and Queen's University with substantial scholarship totals. |
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school promotes academic, social, physical, and character development in a caring and secure environment. | Social & emotional learning UIS provides student welfare services to support social and emotional learning. UIS counselors and teachers reach out to every student who needs attention to ensure no one is left out. The school emphasizes a caring culture and ongoing access to counseling and wellbeing support. Student welfare services include proactive mentoring, conflict resolution, and behavior guidance. The environment encourages students to seek help for emotional and social needs when required. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language — | English as an additional language UIS has the AAP Program (ESL) designed to equip English learners for academic success. The ESL program provides courses across Grade 9 to 12, including a progression from ESLAO to ESLDO and onward to Grade 12 English. English Literacy Development is part of the ESL curriculum. The timetable includes courses such as Learning Strategies: Skills for Success in Secondary School and Information and Communication Tech in Business. The program builds a strong academic foundation by integrating language development with subject coursework. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing — | Mental wellbeing UIS provides mental wellbeing support through the Student Adaptation Service (SAS). The SAS offers individual counseling with a professional Canadian counselor throughout the school year. The service assists students in developing learning skills and adapting to life in Canada. New students participate in this service at the beginning of the school year; current students may access it as needed. Counselors provide support in multiple languages to reflect the diversity of the student body. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding UIS prioritizes safeguarding through its Student Service and welfare supports. Counselors and teachers reach out to students in need to safeguard their wellbeing. UIS offers counseling and adaptation services to support student safety and welfare. The Student Service provides access to counseling and resources to address welfare concerns. These measures contribute to a supportive environment that promotes student safety and wellbeing. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview Bond Academy is located at 1500 Birchmount Road in Toronto, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ellesmere Road, near Warden and Kennedy subway stations. The facilities include hi-speed wireless internet, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, a library, computer labs, and spaces for art, music and drama. The campus provides an enriched, caring and secure environment that supports student well-being and learning. The school emphasizes a Healthy Active Living Program as part of its campus culture. | Facilities overview The school provides state-of-the-art pedagogical facilities, including modern classrooms with smartboards and a digital system for assignment submissions and teacher feedback. An art center with a variety of instruments and multimedia facilities supports visual and performing arts. A commodious cafeteria with microwaves, refrigerators, water fountains, and snack bars, private lockers, and a well-equipped library support student life and study. The building also houses a swimming pool, an ice rink, and a gym to support sports and physical education. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Bond Academy includes a gymnasium on campus. The Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics activities. An elite basketball program is offered. The athletic facilities and programs support physical development and teamwork. | Sports facilities A gym with three standard courts for basketball, indoor soccer, tennis, volleyball, and badminton; an ice rink for hockey and ice skating; a swimming pool located in the school building. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Hi-speed wireless internet is available on campus. The library and computer labs support academic work. Art, music and drama facilities are available on campus. Bond Academy provides a secure environment that supports academic growth. | Academic facilities Technologically equipped classrooms with smartboards and a digital system for assignment submission and teacher feedback; a well-equipped art center with musical instruments and multimedia facilities; a well-stocked library. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Hatch Coding program is offered as an extracurricular activity. An elite basketball program is offered. The Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics activities. The Hatch Coding program is supported by the Bond Academy Community Council. | Extra curricular facilities Clubs are organized into Arts, Engineering, STEM, and Sports streams: Visual Arts Club; Broadcasting/Media Club; Drama Club; Bioengineering Club; Coding Club; Chemical Engineering Club; Math Competition Club; Neuroscience/Psychology Club; Basketball Club; Badminton Club; Soccer Club; Swimming Club; Skating Club; Volleyball Club; plus Student Council and school-wide events. |
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History
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History Bond Academy is a private, co-educational, non-denominational independent school with students from Montessori Casa to Grade 12. The Ontario Ministry of Education's Curriculum is delivered in small classes with high expectations within an enriched, caring and secure environment. The school focuses on academics and a Healthy Active Living Program that includes an intramural and aquatics program, as well as an elite basketball program. The modern facilities are located at 1500 Birchmount Road, Toronto, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ellesmere Road, near two subway stations (Warden and Kennedy). Bond Education Group has offered summer experiences for more than 40 years. | History Urban International School was founded in 2009 in downtown Toronto. It relocated to the midtown area in 2017 as its first expansion. In 2019 UIS opened a second campus in a suburban neighbourhood for high school ESL programs. In March 2020, UIS adapted to online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023 UIS relocated to a larger facility to accommodate a bigger student body, and in 2024–25 expanded with two gym facilities, an auditorium theatre, and a lab facility; UIS plans to establish an international boarding school by 2030. |
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Community
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Community Bond Academy emphasizes a strong sense of community built on a partnership between families and staff; interactive communication between classroom teachers, the school and families is integral to the program. The school offers a broad range of non-sport extracurriculars and arts programs, including Arts Night, Holiday and Spring concerts, music recitals and drama festivals. The Bond Academy Community Council, provided by Hatch Canada, supports the Hatch Coding program for Grades 3–8, and the library hosts cross-curricular events such as chess, STEM and book clubs. The school promotes community involvement through volunteering with charitable organizations and partnerships with local groups. | Community UIS has a Club System organized into Arts, STEM, and Sports streams, with a Student Council leading school-wide events. Arts Stream clubs include Visual Arts Club, Broadcasting/Media Club, and Drama Club; STEM Stream clubs include Coding Club, Bioengineering Club, Chemical Engineering Club, Math Competition Club, and Neuroscience/Psychology Club; Sports Stream clubs include Basketball Club, Badminton Club, Soccer Club, Swimming Club, Skating Club, and Volleyball Club. The Student Council is led by a Council Advisor and includes roles such as Treasurer, Event Coordinator, Student Ambassador, English Enforcer, and Alumni Coordinator. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association Bond Academy works closely with the Parent Community Council (BACC) and values parent input and requests for clubs, including Mandarin language classes, Coding, Chess and Robotics. The council collaborates with the school to support non-sport extracurriculars and cross-curricular activities and to plan events such as arts nights and concerts. The school emphasizes volunteerism through its Community Involvement program, encouraging students to support charitable organizations and may count those hours toward the 40 hours of community involvement required for Secondary students to meet their OSSD graduation requirements. Participation in these activities is supported by the school. | Parent teacher association — |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual Bond Academy focuses on the holistic growth of students through the acquisition of 21st Century skills to prepare them for post-secondary pathways. The school promotes academic, social, physical and character development. High personal and academic standards are set for all students, with partnerships among families and the community to support learning. | Academic & intellectual The STEM Stream explores innovation through science, technology, and problem-solving and includes Coding Club, Bioengineering Club, Chemical Engineering Club, Math Competition Club, and Neuroscience/Psychology Club. The Engineering Stream offers Bioengineering Club, Coding Club, and Chemical Engineering Club. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Bond Academy introduces and nurtures a foundation in drama, music and visual arts. Students analyze artwork and performances to think creatively and to consider cultural, historical and social references. Arts are showcased through events such as Arts Night, concerts, music recitals and drama festivals, while students participate in arts-related extracurricular activities alongside sports and STEAM. | Arts & creative Arts Stream brings together visual, performing, and media arts. Clubs include Visual Arts Club, Broadcasting / Media Club, and Drama Club. These clubs enable students to create, perform, and produce work as part of the arts program. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Mandarin language classes are offered as clubs. Bond Academy supports English learners through language-focused activities, including the Movie Club which helps with English language development. The library and cross-curricular events further support language learning and cultural awareness. | Cultural & language — |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Non-sport extracurricular activities include Choir/Band, STEAM, Trivia Club, Chess Club, Drama Club, Speech Club, Math Club and Board Games Club. The Movie Club supports English learners, and the Computer Coding Club is provided by Hatch Canada for Grades 3–8. The school also features student-led initiatives and events such as Prom Committee and Open Mic Nights. | Social & hobbies UIS Clubs are organized into streams that foster collaboration and peer engagement. The Sports Stream includes Basketball Club, Badminton Club, Soccer Club, Swimming Club, Skating Club, and Volleyball Club. The Student Council represents the student voice and organizes school-wide events. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Bond Academy is active in the community, offering volunteering opportunities through partnerships with charitable and non-profit organizations. Past partners include the Canadian Cancer Society, Red Cross, Plan Canada, Toy Drive for Sick Kids Hospital, Breakfast Club of Canada and local shelters and food banks. Volunteering develops civic responsibility and may fulfill the 40 hours required for Ontario secondary graduation. | Community & service Volunteering Club provides opportunities for community service and connects students with local organizations. Students identify and participate in different community service opportunities through volunteering activities. Volunteering fosters social responsibility within the UIS community. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional Prom Committee coordinates school events and provides leadership opportunities for students. Confidence Building Workshops, Toast Masters and Open Mic Nights foster leadership, public speaking and presentation skills. These activities support student development beyond the classroom. | Leadership & professional The Student Council leads school-wide events and initiatives under the guidance of a Council Advisor. Roles include Treasurer, Event Coordinator, Student Ambassador, and Alumni Coordinator. The UIS materials describe leadership development and professional skills as outcomes of club involvement. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Bond Academy promotes a healthy active lifestyle. The athletic program emphasizes healthy living, fundamental movement skills and active participation. Weekly swimming lessons, daily physical activity and health classes are integrated into the curriculum, with intramural programs and team sports available; Bond is a member of the Small School Athletic Federation. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports clubs promote teamwork, discipline, and school pride. The Sports Stream includes Basketball, Badminton, Soccer, Swimming, Skating, and Volleyball clubs. These activities support fitness, well-being, and a healthy, active school culture. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Bond Academy delivers the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum in English. English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development are included. French as a Second Language is included, with French Book Lists for Grades 4-6 and Grades 7-8. | Language provision English is the focus of language provision, with ESL support available through the AAP Program (ESL). The UIS ESL Program aims to prepare English learners for academic success, and the Summer Immersion Camp and Immersion Program center on English-language learning within an Ontario curriculum framework. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs UIS-exclusive programs include an Immersion Program. UIS also offers a Summer Immersion Camp that teaches English through subject-specific vocabulary and expressions, grounded in the Ontario curriculum, with activities such as city tours, science experiments, sports, and theatre. |
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. After consideration by parents and the school, determine the applicable application path and complete the appropriate package. For Montessori Casa/Kindergarten, the first school requires a copy of the Birth Certificate, Health Card and Immunization Record, as well as the Application Form, Emergency Form and Photo Release Form. For Elementary (Grades 1-8) and Secondary (Grades 9-12), complete the Elementary/Secondary Application Package. International students complete the International Student Application Package. 2. Application review and acceptance. The application is reviewed after submission, and if the child is accepted to Bond, the applicable Fee Schedule will be explained and the appropriate Payment Options selected to complete enrollment. The school will provide the Fee Schedule and explain any additional steps required to finalize enrollment. For questions, families can call 416-266-8878 to reach local admissions; international admissions are handled at the same number. 3. Local and international enrollment documents. Local admission uses the Local Admission Form and the Local Fee Schedule Elementary or Secondary. International admission uses the International Admission Form (fillable), Registration Checklist, Homestay Application Form, and the International Fee Schedule. After accepting, these forms are used to complete the enrollment process and arrange payment. The school provides guidance to families throughout this process. | Admissions Complete the UIS Application Form and submit it with Supplementary Information: UIS Application Form; Official Transcript and a passport front-page copy. Send the transcripts of the last two academic years in English to the UIS Admission Department. After review, a UIS student counselor will assist with the next steps. You will receive a personalized study plan along with an invoice and CLOA (Conditional Letter of Acceptance) for payment. Pay the invoice to receive the Official Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and the official receipt; review the Refund Policy (bank information is on the invoice). Apply for a Canadian study permit and visa; processing times vary by country. Once the study permit is approved, prepare to study abroad. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships — | Scholarships UIS Graduation Scholarship Program: The school offers a Graduation Scholarship Program. Students who have high marks in their academic year and engage in school and community activities are considered for UIS Scholarship. Enrollment scholarships are offered to new students based on an analysis of the previous school year, considering final marks and performance. Contact admin@uihs.ca for more information. |
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