J. Addison School vs Urban International School

	J J. Addison School Toronto, Canada	U Urban International School Toronto, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$20,950 - 29,300	Fees / year CA$23,400
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 12 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 250	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2009
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 2 Valleywood Drive, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 8H3. Located in Markham, in the Greater Toronto Area. On-site boarding is available in Erie Hall for Grades 7–12 (Simcoe Hall is off-site); dormitory services include 24/7 security and meals.	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.
Stages	Stages JASX Early Learning (ages 3-6); Elementary Program (Grades 1-8); High School Program (Grades 9-12). Boarding program for Grades 7–12.	Stages The UIS Middle School serves Grade 7-8. The UIS High School serves Grade 9-12.
School type	School type Private day and boarding school	School type Private high school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support ESL courses; international student orientation; guidance including pathway planning; academic counselling; evening academic support	Additional learning support ESL Program.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Canada
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application fee: CAD 300 (non-refundable). - Registration fee (new-student registration): CAD 1,000. Tuition fees by program and year group (per school year) - Early Learning Program (Ages 3–5), 5 full days (9:00 AM–4:00 PM): CAD 18,000 per school year. Registration fee CAD 1,000; Application fee CAD 300. Extended care (Before & After School 8:00–9:00 and 4:00–5:00): CAD 230 per month (20% discount if paid annually). Optional lunch plan: CAD 1,650 per school year or CAD 180 per month. Optional medical insurance for international students: CAD 700 annually. - Elementary (Grades 1–3): CAD 18,000 per school year. Application fee CAD 300 + Registration fee CAD 1,000 (non-refundable). Mandatory and optional ancillary charges noted below. - Elementary (Grades 4–6): CAD 20,000 per school year. Application fee CAD 300 + Registration fee CAD 1,000 (non-refundable). Mandatory and optional ancillary charges noted below. - Elementary (Grades 7–8): CAD 22,000 per school year. Application fee CAD 300 + Registration fee CAD 1,000 (non-refundable). Mandatory and optional ancillary charges noted below. - Secondary Day (Grades 9–12): CAD 25,500 per school year (9:00 AM–3:00 PM). Application fee CAD 300 + Registration fee CAD 1,000 (non-refundable). Mandatory lunch plan for high school: CAD 2,500 per school year. Optional medical insurance for international students: CAD 700 annually. (Note: tuition figures above are stated as per school year amounts. A formal termized breakdown is not provided in the published fee schedule; payment timing and installment options are described below.) Boarding (Dormitory) fees and related charges - Boarding/dormitory fee (Grades 7–12; includes 3 meals): CAD 22,500 per school year. - Boarding incidental deposit: CAD 1,000 (refundable at the end of the program; unused funds returned subject to dormitory refund procedures). - Optional custodian arrangement (for boarding students): CAD 1,000. - Airport pick-up: arranged as an additional service (fees/details handled through Admissions). The dormitory closes for the annual two-week Winter Break and parents/guardians must make arrangements for students during that period. Dormitory incidental deposit refund claims must be submitted within six months of departure or the deposit may be forfeited. Other costs and ancillary fees - Mandatory/optional lunch plans as noted per program (examples: Early Learning optional lunch CAD 1,650/yr or CAD 180/mo; Grades 1–3 optional lunch CAD 1,650/yr or CAD 180/mo; Grades 4–6 lunch CAD 2,000/yr; Grades 7–8 lunch CAD 2,300/yr; Secondary mandatory CAD 2,500/yr). - Supplementary fees (may include textbooks, classroom materials, after-school clubs, field trips, specialty programs, events, and other activities). - Uniform fees. - Technology fees (used for IT infrastructure, hardware, software, repairs, and upgrades). - Optional medical insurance for international students: CAD 700 per year. - Extended-care fees for Early Learning: CAD 230 per month (Before & After School). Annual-payment discount of 20% available for extended care when paid annually with advance notice. Billing schedule and payment terms - Currency: All published fees are stated in Canadian dollars (CAD). Payment methods accepted: major debit or credit cards, wire transfer to the school's bank account, and Flywire. - Installment plan for Canadian day students: pay 20% of tuition + all other fees + a CAD 300 handling fee at time of application; the remaining 80% is paid via eight post-dated cheques dated 1 October through 1 May. A Monthly Installment Payment Plan is available for Canadian students for certain programs. Dormitory fees not paid at the same time as tuition during initial registration may incur extra service fees. Refunds, deposits and related policies - General refund stance: There are no refunds under other circumstances including when a student decides not to pursue studies after reserving a spot or when a student is expelled for disciplinary reasons. Credits may be issued if a student defers studies or the dormitory program. - International-student visa denial: When a study-permit/visa application is refused, a copy of the rejection letter must be submitted; the school will issue a full refund of fees paid except for the CAD 300 Application Fee and the CAD 1,000 Registration Fee. Refund processing requires up to 30 business days. If a program has already started and a visa is subsequently denied, only unused tuition fees will be refunded. There are no refunds on previously paid fees if a student's immigration status in Canada changes. - Dormitory incidental deposit (CAD 1,000) is refundable at the end of the program; unused funds will be returned subject to the school's dormitory refund/claim procedures and time limits. Summary of key numeric fees (all amounts in CAD) - Application fee: CAD 300 (non-refundable). Registration fee: CAD 1,000. - Early Learning (5 days): CAD 18,000 / year; Extended care CAD 230 / month. Optional lunch CAD 1,650 / year. - Grades 1–3: CAD 18,000 / year. Grades 4–6: CAD 20,000 / year. Grades 7–8: CAD 22,000 / year. Ancillary lunch charges vary by grade (CAD 1,650–2,300 / year). - Secondary Day (Grades 9–12): CAD 25,500 / year; mandatory high-school lunch CAD 2,500 / year. - Boarding (Grades 7–12): CAD 22,500 / year (3 meals included); boarding incidental deposit CAD 1,000 refundable; optional custodian arrangement CAD 1,000. - Optional international medical insurance: CAD 700 / year. Supplementary/technology/uniform fees apply as described above.	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.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for Grades 7–12. There are three residence halls—Erie Hall, Simcoe Hall (co-ed), and Huron Hall (all-male)—with shared rooms (same gender and similar age) and bathrooms in each room; dorms are monitored and secured 24/7. The program includes live-in residence staff, academic support, organized weekend trips, three meals daily, and complimentary airport pickup on first arrival.	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).
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement All students enrolled in the School must wear the school uniform during the school day.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Three nutritious meals are served daily in the cafeteria, with an international variety; day and boarding students dine in the cafeteria inside the main building.	Food options Three meals are provided daily with UIS accommodation options.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The Principal operates under the direction of the J. Addison Board of Directors.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details J. Addison School offers a K-12 program with Early Learning (ages 3.8 to 6), Elementary (Grades 1 to 8), Secondary (Grades 9 to 12), and a Boarding Program (Grades 7 to 12). The Addison Advantage combines personalized support, technology-enabled learning, and a five-period day that includes a Focus for Success period. Summer Programs and the International Family Settlement Assistance (IFSA) Program are available. University Partnerships provide exclusive campus tours, on-site recruitment sessions, scholarships, and personalized application support with partner Canadian universities such as York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Trent University. The school emphasizes an inclusive environment that fosters cooperative learning, intelligence, creativity, and innovation, guided by the motto Our Students' Success Is Our Success.	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:15 teacher to student ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Three J. Addison School students placed in the top 25% of the Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest 2025: Grade 12 students Jason J. and Victor C. L., and Grade 10 student Tony C., earning the Certificate of Distinction; Jason J. also earned a Contest Medal.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school has University Partnerships with York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Trent University, offering exclusive campus tours, on-site recruitment sessions, personalized application support, and scholarship opportunities for eligible students.	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.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Focus for Success™ (FFS) is a dedicated program with a five-period day that provides extra academic support, including ESL, tutoring, small-group study, and a range of extracurricular activities. The FFS period is mandatory for all Elementary and Secondary students and is designed to enrich learning and support individualized student pathways.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Character Development Education is central to social and emotional learning at J. Addison School. It promotes universal attributes in all school activities and celebrates character development monthly with Virtue of the Month and Citizenship in Action initiatives that foster volunteerism and social justice awareness, contributing to an inclusive, respectful, safe and caring school community.	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.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) ESL support is available with fully trained ESL teachers and staff, and several ESL resources are accessible through the Focus For Success program, including ESL, TOEFL preparation, and literacy support. AP courses include an Individual Education Plan (IEP) outlining accommodations and teaching strategies unique to AP coursework.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language ESL support is available to all students, with programs designed for ESL learners, dedicated ESL teachers and support staff, and language development resources; the Focus For Success program provides English training, IELTS preparation, and literacy support.	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.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental well-being is identified as a key component of student welfare. The boarding program notes four factors—Emotional, Social, Physical and Mental Well-being—and the Focus For Success program provides tutoring and academic support, contributing to students' mental well-being.	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.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding the interests and safety of students is part of the boarding program through regular communication and meetings with parents and guardians, with residence counsellors providing care and oversight to ensure a safe living environment.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus is a 58,000-square-foot building in Markham, Ontario, with modern art classrooms, a gymnasium, a dance studio, a cafeteria, dormitory residences, a library, and a Science Laboratory.	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.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The indoor gymnasium is air-conditioned and includes a high school- and college-sized basketball court, four badminton courts, a volleyball court, and student bleachers. The 1,400-square-foot Dance Studio has a Rosco Adagio dance floor and mirrors.	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.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a library and a Science Laboratory, with large and modern art classrooms on campus.	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.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A range of extracurricular activities is offered, including orientation for new residents, monthly birthday parties, shopping days, weekend trips to Canadian historical and cultural attractions, and various sports and team-building activities.	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.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History J. Addison School has operated for 20 years in Markham, Ontario, as a private K-12 school. It is located at 2 Valleywood Drive, Markham, Ontario L3R 8H3. The Addison Advantage provides Early Learning, Elementary (Grades 1–8), Secondary (Grades 9–12), and a Boarding Program for Grades 7–12. The Addison Advantage emphasizes a Safe and Inclusive Learning Environment, personalized guidance, and technology-integrated teaching. A rooftop solar system was introduced to advance sustainability.	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.
Community	Community J. Addison School maintains an active community life with an events calendar and a broad range of extracurricular activities. Early Learning and Elementary programs include field trips to the Ontario Science Center and Toronto Zoo, and seasonal celebrations such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Secondary students participate in sports, Student Council, Leadership Camp, and competitions, while Boarding students engage in social activities and trips such as Niagara Falls, Open Mic/Karaoke Night, and other excursions. The Addison Advantage pillars emphasize transparent parent–school communications and regular updates to families.	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.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Ontario curriculum is followed and credits are earned for compulsory and elective courses, with 40 hours of unpaid community involvement required for graduation. The AP program offers over 30 subjects, including Art, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Chinese Language, Computer Science, Economics, English, Environmental Science, French, German, Government and Politics, History, Human Geography, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Music Theory, Physics, Psychology, Spanish, and Statistics; Grades 9–11 are Pre-AP and Grade 12 is the AP year. ESL support is provided through the Focus for Success program, and IELTS testing is available on site. A dedicated guidance team coordinates university admissions with local and international university partners, and the school reports a 100% post-secondary admission rate.	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.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	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.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Elite Boys & Girls Basketball teams are available. Summer Camp 2026 offers Day & Boarding programs for children ages 5 to 16. The school emphasizes growth in intellectual, social, and personal areas.	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.
Community & service	Community & service All students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of unpaid community involvement activities before graduating. Students choose activities within guidelines with ongoing support from the administration.	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.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Residence Leadership Team is a student governing body within the residences. Members are selected by staff based on leadership and communication potential. They develop student-led residence programming, manage a monthly newsletter, discuss school policies, and earn volunteering hours and professional development opportunities.	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.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Residence Life Program emphasizes four factors: Emotional, Social, Physical, and Mental Well-being. Workshops address issues such as bullying, peer-pressure, stress management, and healthy expression. Boarding students participate in organized outdoor trips and sports tournaments as part of a holistic care approach.	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.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision 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.	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.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	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.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Start your journey at J. Addison School with these steps. Step 1: Prepare the required documents before applying: the applicant's latest original academic record or last two years of report cards scanned in PDF or JPG, the passport ID page scanned in PDF or JPG, a student photograph in JPG or PNG, the updated immunization record scanned in PDF or JPG, and any other supporting documents scanned in PDF or JPG. Submit the online application form and pay the 300 non-refundable application fee by cheque, cash, credit card, or via Flywire. These items initiate the admissions review. Step 2: You will be contacted for an interview, if necessary, as part of the review process. Step 3: If accepted, a Pre-Admission Letter will be sent. The Pre-Admission Letter confirms acceptance and provides next steps. Step 4: Remit tuition fees as directed in the Pre-Admission Letter. Payment methods include cheque, cash, credit card, or via Flywire. Step 5: Once tuition is received, a Welcome Package including the official Letter of Acceptance, receipt of payment, and other relevant documents will be sent. Step 6: If you are an international student, apply for a student visa at your nearest Canadian Consulate and notify the school as soon as the visa is approved. Step 7: Purchase your flight ticket and notify the school of your arrival date and time. The school can coordinate airport pickup and accommodations if requested. Step 8: Remember to bring all necessary original documentation to support your identity and student visa. Step 9: Assessment tests, if necessary, will be conducted at the school before the start of the school program.	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.
Scholarships	Scholarships Tomorrow's Thinkers Scholarship provides financial support—up to full tuition—to make private education accessible. Eligibility criteria include being a domestic elementary student entering J. Addison School, maintaining a strong academic record, understanding AI and its potential impact, and exhibiting forward-thinking problem-solving skills; applicants must hold Canadian Permanent Residency or Citizenship. Award details include a financial award applied toward tuition, access to mentorship opportunities and participation in AI-focused workshops or projects, and recognition as a Tomorrow's Thinker. Application requirements are Academic Records (transcript or report card from the two most recent years), Short Essay or Video, Letter of Recommendation, and an Optional Personal Statement. Contact information and an apply-now link are provided by the admissions team.	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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