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Appleby College

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$48,130 - 96,010
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1911
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Arabic, French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Appleby College is a co-educational day and boarding school in Oakville, Ontario, offering the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum for Grades 7–12, with an Appleby Diploma complementary to Ontario Secondary Diploma. Middle School is organized as Middle One (Grade 7) and Middle Two (Grade 8); Upper One (Grade 9) and Upper Two (Grade 10); Senior One (Grade 11) and Senior Two (Grade 12). Students complete a four-year liberal arts program to earn the Appleby Diploma, with Diplomas of Distinction in Global Leadership, Business Leadership, Creative Arts Leadership, and STEM Leadership for focused study beyond the core program. Northward Bound experiences are required in Upper One and Upper Two, including trips to the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus. The campus features athletic facilities, Design Lab, art and performance spaces, and laboratories. AP courses in music and visual arts are available, and a broad co-curricular program supports leadership, service, and global engagement.

540 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6K 3P1, Canada

The Essentials

Appleby College has instruction in English.

Location
Appleby College is located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The campus address is 540 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6K 3P1.

Stages
Middle School (Grade 7–8); Upper School (Grade 9–10); Senior School (Grade 11–12).

Type
Day and boarding.

Additional learning support
Appleby College Student Services provides accommodations for students with disabilities.

Country affiliation
Canada

Bus service
Appleby College provides a bus service with routes in Etobicoke, Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Milton; transportation via Attridge Transportation; GPS tracking (Trackem); preliminary routes posted on BBK12; contact bus@appleby.on.ca.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available at Appleby College. Boarders reside in one of four houses: Baillie House, Colley House, Powell's House, and Walker House. The Boarding Life program coordinates house-based activities and support, and all Senior Two (Grade 12) students are required to board for the entire Senior Two year to graduate, subject to approval for exemptions.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required. Up to Thanksgiving, students may wear either the first dress uniform or the white crested polo shirt with the crested sweater as a warmer-weather option. After Thanksgiving and until the May long weekend, students are required to wear the first dress uniform, which includes a blazer, plain white or light-blue dress shirt, Appleby tie, grey pants or Appleby kilt, and socks as specified (black, navy blue or dark grey with pants; navy knee-high socks or plain navy opaque tights with a kilt).

Food Options
The school provides dining services through Sodexo. The Schlesinger Dining Hall offers a weekly menu with regular updates; students and staff can view this week's menu and provide feedback via the menu feedback email.

House System
Appleby uses a four-house boarding life system: Baillie House, Colley House, Powell's House, and Walker House. Each house has common rooms and a house leadership structure; the Boarding Life Council is composed of house prefects from the four houses.

Governance and Ownership
Appleby College is incorporated as a not-for-profit organization under Ontario law and is a registered charitable organization. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Governors and has no shareholders or owners.
Fees

Annual tuition at Appleby College ranges from CAD 48,130 to CAD 96,010 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- CAD 200 non-refundable application fee for Canadian applicants.
- CAD 300 non-refundable application fee for international applicants.

Tuition fees by year group and payment plans (2026–27 academic year)

All amounts below are presented as payment-plan breakdowns. Three payment plans are offered: Annual (single payment), Quarterly (four payments) and Monthly (11 payments). Dates for installments are shown in the billing schedule section.

- Boarding — Type A (International boarders; tuition + boarding):
- Annual plan: CAD 96,010 (tuition) + CAD 1,430 (tuition refund insurance, optional) = CAD 97,440 total. Quarterly and Monthly plans are not offered for Type A.

- Boarding — Type B (Canadian boarders; tuition + boarding):
- Annual plan (one payment due March 1): CAD 88,530; tuition refund insurance CAD 1,320; total CAD 89,850.
- Quarterly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 36,778; three further payments (June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1) CAD 18,389 each; total CAD 91,945.
- Monthly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 27,890; ten monthly payments (April 1 to January 1) CAD 6,507 each; total CAD 92,960.

- Boarding — Type C (Senior One & Senior Two boarders; tuition + boarding):
- Annual plan: CAD 78,240; tuition refund insurance CAD 1,170; total CAD 79,410.
- Quarterly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 32,554; three further payments (June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1) CAD 16,277 each; total CAD 81,385.
- Monthly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 24,730; ten monthly payments (April 1 to January 1) CAD 5,769 each; total CAD 82,420.

- Day students — Senior One (Grade 11, tuition only):
- Annual plan: CAD 58,430; tuition refund insurance CAD 870; total CAD 59,300.
- Quarterly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 24,332; three further payments (June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1) CAD 12,166 each; total CAD 60,830.
- Monthly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 18,520; ten monthly payments (April 1 to January 1) CAD 4,322 each; total CAD 61,740.

- Day students — Upper School (Grades 9–10, tuition only):
- Annual plan: CAD 53,070; tuition refund insurance CAD 790; total CAD 53,860.
- Quarterly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 22,076; three further payments (June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1) CAD 11,038 each; total CAD 55,190.
- Monthly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 16,795; ten monthly payments (April 1 to January 1) CAD 3,918 each; total CAD 55,975.

- Day students — Middle School (Grades 7–8, tuition only):
- Annual plan: CAD 48,130; tuition refund insurance CAD 720; total CAD 48,850.
- Quarterly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 20,032; three further payments (June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1) CAD 10,016 each; total CAD 50,080.
- Monthly plan: initial payment (March 1) CAD 15,280; ten monthly payments (April 1 to January 1) CAD 3,565 each; total CAD 50,930.

One-time and other mandatory fees

- One-time Enrolment Fee (payable in addition to tuition): CAD 8,500.
- Orientation boarding fee for new boarding students: CAD 1,500 (one-time).

What the bundled fees include and what is extra

- Included in tuition: required curriculum outings (e.g., Northern Campus), required academic and co-curricular trips (admission, transport, meals), daily hot lunch, compulsory standard examination fees, class photos, printed yearbook, Parents' Association fees, Health Centre medical care, athletic therapy for sports injuries, campus facility use during scheduled hours, personalized e-mail and network storage, campus internet and certain licensed software, rental fee for school computer with warranty/accident protection, on-site help desk and loan replacement program.

- Items billed separately (extras): school uniform, physical education uniform, team tracksuits and some team apparel, textbooks and e-texts, clothing for Northern Campus, Duke of Edinburgh registration, computer damage/repair or replacement fees, short-term boarding for day students (if available), optional trip charges, participation in exchange programs, private lessons or tutoring, school bus service, Advanced Placement (AP) examination fees, health insurance for students without Canadian provincial coverage, prescriptions and other personal discretionary charges.

- The College Shop supplies new uniform and school items; a Sustainability/Turnover Shop sells gently used items (examples of used-item pricing: blazers CAD 75; kilts CAD 60; dress shirts CAD 10; dress pants CAD 10).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment plans and key dates:
- Annual plan: single payment due March 1 (tuition refund insurance optional for this plan; premium shown where applicable).
- Quarterly plan (4 payments): initial payment due March 1, then three payments due June 1, September 1 and December 1. Tuition refund insurance is included in the Quarterly plan.
- Monthly plan (11 payments): initial payment due March 1, then ten monthly payments from April 1 through January 1. Tuition refund insurance is included in the Monthly plan.

- Accepted payment methods for tuition and other charges:
- Tuition and boarding fees: online banking (electronic bank transfer), Interac e-Transfer, cheque, or for international payments via PayMyTuition by MTFX, Alipay, WeChat Pay, UnionPay or wire transfer. Tuition fees cannot be paid by credit card.
- Miscellaneous charges (extras) may be paid by online banking, Interac e-Transfer, cheque, cash, credit card, debit card, PayMyTuition by MTFX, Alipay, WeChat Pay or UnionPay. Credit card details can be provided to the Business Office for automated processing of miscellaneous charges. International families are required to provide credit card details for automated payment of miscellaneous charges or submit a CAD 2,500 deposit to cover such charges.

- Overdue accounts and fees:
- Interest on overdue accounts is charged at 1.5% per month (18% per annum).
- Charges for insufficient funds: first incident CAD 100; second incident CAD 200; third incident will trigger immediate demand for the full outstanding balance under the selected payment plan and a further CAD 200 service charge.

Refund and withdrawal policy (summary)

- Unconditional obligation: after July 1, parents/guardians are unconditionally obligated to pay all fees for the full upcoming academic year. No portion of fees paid or outstanding will be refunded for absence, withdrawal or dismissal after July 1.
- If written notice of withdrawal is received prior to July 1, the College will retain payments according to the following schedule (based on the registered fee plan):
- After registration to March 31: forfeit CAD 2,000 for Day students; forfeit CAD 5,000 for Boarding students.
- April 1 to April 30: forfeit 15% of the Tuition and Boarding Fee.
- May 1 to May 31: forfeit 25% of the Tuition and Boarding Fee.
- June 1 to June 30: forfeit 50% of the Tuition and Boarding Fee.
- July 1 up to the start of the academic year: 100% of Tuition and Boarding Fee is payable; no refund.
- After the start of the academic year: all Tuition and Boarding Fees are due and will not be refunded.
- Tuition Refund Insurance: included with the Quarterly and Monthly plans; optional for the Annual plan (premium shown where applicable). The Tuition Refund Plan protects in cases of voluntary or involuntary withdrawal during the school year subject to the plan's terms (students must have attended more than seven consecutive days, including weekends, to be eligible). Any insurance proceeds are applied to tuition due; overpayments may be refunded. Changes to tuition refund insurance cannot be made after July 1.

Other notes on payments and charges

- Extras are billed regularly and are due upon publication of the monthly online statement. International and local families with overdue miscellaneous balances may be required to provide credit card details for automated settlement. A deposit may be requested from international families to cover miscellaneous charges. Interest and insufficient-funds rules apply to all accounts.

Summary statement

- The full 2026–27 fee schedule is structured by student type (Middle School, Upper School, Senior One, Senior Two, and boarding types) with Annual, Quarterly and Monthly payment options where available. Mandatory one-time Enrolment and orientation boarding fees apply, and uniforms, textbooks and a range of optional extras are billed separately. Accepted payment methods include online banking, Interac e-Transfer, cheque and several international payment platforms; tuition cannot be charged to a credit card. For clarity on individual billing amounts by chosen payment plan, use the payment-plan breakdowns above.
Academics

Appleby College teaches Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Appleby College follows the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum for Grades 7–12. Middle School is organized as Middle One (Grade 7) and Middle Two (Grade 8); Upper School is made up of Upper One (Grade 9) and Upper Two (Grade 10); Senior School includes Senior One (Grade 11) and Senior Two (Grade 12). Courses are credited toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), with substitutions allowed to tailor a student's program. To earn the Appleby College Diploma, students complete a four-year liberal arts program and receive the diploma at the end of Senior Two; meeting the Appleby Diploma requirements also satisfies the OS Diploma requirements. In addition to the Appleby Diploma, there are Diplomas of Distinction in Global Leadership, Business Leadership, Creative Arts Leadership, and STEM Leadership, which recognize focused study and experiential work beyond the core program. Northward Bound experiences are a required experiential component in Upper One and Upper Two, with trips to the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus as part of the Appleby Diploma.

Student Teacher Ratio
Upper School student-advisor ratio is 9:1.

Exam Results
AP examinations are accepted as first-year credits at Canadian and U.S. colleges and universities. AP Capstone is available; to earn the AP Capstone certificate, students must complete AP Seminar and AP Research and take an additional four AP exams. In 2022-23, 572 AP exams were written.

Higher Education Progression
Over the past five years, graduates have been accepted into some of the finest post-secondary institutions in the world.

Gifted and Talented
Diplomas of Distinction in Global Leadership, Business Leadership, Creative Arts Leadership, and STEM Leadership.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Appleby College integrates social-emotional learning and wellbeing into student life. The Guidance program is integrated into Blue Time and the advisor system at all grade levels, offering credit and non‑credit courses that address self-awareness, learning strategies, growth mindset, and future planning. The program uses a strength‑based approach to support students academically, socially, and emotionally, with content aimed at promoting wellbeing and post‑secondary readiness. Peer Counselling provides a structured avenue for students to support peers and develop leadership skills. The Appleby Care Team (ACT) coordinates mental health support with in‑school mental health experts to respond to concerns and assist reintegration after wellbeing‑related absences.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Appleby College provides accommodations for students with disabilities in line with the Ontario Human Rights Code. The school has a Student Success Centre and Learning Strategist teachers who provide accommodations to assist students with exceptionalities to develop their potential, while maintaining essential program requirements. Documentation from qualified practitioners is required to determine accommodations, and a Student Success Profile is prepared after review to guide supports. Temporary therapeutic supports may be provided while a student is receiving treatment, with reassessment at the end of each school year. Appleby emphasizes inclusive access to education through these supports and accommodations.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Transition policies support English language learners at Appleby College. Potential transition students are identified at admission by the Director of Guidance, and those from non‑English‑speaking backgrounds may qualify for transition status; other students may qualify under exceptional circumstances in consultation with the Guidance and Academic Student Support teams. The Appleby English program prepares students for university study, developing speaking, writing, reading, and media literacy within a literature‑based approach and small class environments. The Languages Department offers Arabic, German, Mandarin and Spanish, with continued language study through Upper One and beyond; exchanges and additional language opportunities exist as part of the program. Appleby provides English language learning supports to assist all students as part of the broader guidance and academic support framework.

Mental Wellbeing
Appleby College is committed to student mental wellbeing. The school's goal is for every student to graduate with a deep sense of themselves, mental health literacy, and the ability to apply wellbeing strategies in a complex world. The Appleby Care Team (ACT) works with health professionals and school staff to respond to mental health concerns, assess risk, and recommend supports. ACT also supports students' reintegration back to school after mental health–related absences, reflecting the school's focus on wellbeing as central to learning.

Safeguarding
Appleby College safeguards students through dedicated wellbeing and health services, including accommodations for students with disabilities and a formal student support framework. The school's Student Success Centre and Learning Strategist teachers provide accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code to enable access to education while maintaining program requirements; documentation from qualified practitioners is required to implement supports and a Student Success Profile guides staff. Temporary therapeutic supports may be provided while a student is receiving treatment, with annual reassessment. The Appleby Care Team coordinates with Health Centre staff and other professionals to assess risk and communicate with the student's circle of care to ensure safeguarding and ongoing wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
Appleby College was established in 1911. It began as a male-only school and became co-educational in 1991, with girls admitted in grades 6 to 11 prior to the change. The campus includes historically significant buildings such as the School House building, constructed in 1911 and among the oldest facilities on campus. The school is located at 540 Lakeshore Road West in Oakville, Ontario.

Community
The Appleby community is centered on a broad program across academics, athletics, the arts, service, global education, and outdoor education, and it emphasizes living and working with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The school promotes a spirit described as Blue Dog Spirit and encourages engagement across a wide range of activities. The community hosts events and opportunities to learn and connect, including guest speaker series and campus activities. New families are welcomed through orientation events, and ongoing gatherings help strengthen connections within the Appleby network.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Appleby College Parents' Association (ACPA) was established in 1928 and all Appleby parents are members of the association. The ACPA hosts many activities throughout the year that provide opportunities to volunteer, connect with other families, and help fundraise for the school. The ACPA is an integral part of the Appleby community. The ACPA runs monthly meetings and organizes programs such as parent orientations and social/community events to support the school and families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has the A.W.B. Alumni Centre For Athletics & Student Life, an 80,000-square-foot facility that includes three gyms (a double gym and a single gym that converts into a 1,000-seat auditorium), a cardio/yoga/spinning area, an athletic therapy clinic, four squash courts, a rock climbing wall, and a central gathering space for students as well as an Appleby College Shop. Indoor athletic facilities include an arena with regulation-size indoor hockey and a seasonal ice surface, a double gym, a heated 20-metre pool with five lanes, and a gymnasium with a rubber floor for basketball. Outdoor sport facilities feature a turf field, four grass fields, a hockey arena, a 270-metre track, an outdoor basketball court, a beach volleyball court, an 18-hole disc golf course, and five all-purpose tennis courts. The campus supports arts and design with a Design Lab and multiple studios and performance spaces, including three drawing/painting/mixed-media studios with ceramics equipment, two digital design studios, four music classrooms with seven practice rooms, a dance studio, Willis Hall for performances, and a dedicated Design Lab with CNC fabrication, a laser cutter, and four 3D printers. Cockwell Hall is a new state-of-the-art building under development to expand classrooms, co-curricular spaces, and boarding facilities.

Sports Facilities
Appleby Athletics features the A.W.B. Alumni Centre For Athletics & Student Life, an 80,000-square-foot facility with a cardio/yoga/spinning area, an athletic therapy clinic, four squash courts with an upstairs spectator area, a rock climbing wall, a central campus gathering room, and the Appleby College Shop. The Athletics Indoor Facilities include an arena for indoor hockey with ice from mid-October to mid-March, a double gymnasium with a wall divider and spectator seating, a heated indoor pool of 20 metres with five lanes, and a gymnasium with a rubber floor for basketball, plus new regulation-size squash courts. Appleby has five tennis courts and a comprehensive set of outdoor facilities including a turf field, four grass fields, a hockey arena, a 270-metre track, an outdoor basketball court, a beach volleyball court, an 18-hole disc golf course, and five all-purpose tennis courts. The Co-Curricular Passport guides students to balance options across Athletics, Arts and Service, ensuring broad involvement in sport-related activities.

Academic Facilities
All courses are taught in fully equipped modern laboratories by subject specialists, making extensive use of laptops and a variety of probes. Students and classes also have access to a state-of-the-art Design Lab for specialized projects. The Arts Programme provides extensive spaces, including three drawing, painting and mixed-media studios with ceramics facilities and screen printing equipment, two digital design studios, four music classrooms and seven practice rooms, a dance studio with mirrored walls and sprung floor, Willis Hall for intimate performances, and a Design Lab with a CNC fabrication machine, laser cutter and four 3D printers. University-level AP courses are available in music and visual arts. The Ontario curriculum is followed for many courses, with Appleby offering its own Diploma in addition to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs at Appleby span six categories: Arts & Design (including Appleby Choir, Argus Yearbook Club, Film Production, Craft Club, Dance Club, Digital Photography & Film Production, Drawing Club, Guitar Club, Orchestra Club, Middle School Drama Club, and a student band). Beyond the Classroom includes Biomedical Club, Book Club, Coding and AI Club, Engineering & Design Club, Model United Nations, Debating and Public Speaking, and other topics for student-led inquiry. Community Advocacy features groups such as Buddies R Us, Oakwood Breakfast Club and other charity partnerships. Leadership opportunities are available through Academic Council, Arts Council, Athletics Council and more, with weekly leadership activities across Councils. Global Citizenship clubs include Model United Nations, Round Square, and other intercultural exchanges; Wellbeing programs cover activities and clubs focused on student wellness. The Clubs programme offers more than 65 active clubs, with leadership roles for student councils and annual events such as international trips and service projects.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Appleby College offers a broad set of co-curricular options that support academic exploration. Debating and public speaking build argumentation and communication skills, and ACMUN/Model United Nations develops understanding of international affairs. The school offers the Global Leadership Diploma and STEM Leadership Diploma, each with specific course requirements and experiential components. Bronze at minimum by the end of S1 is required for the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and students earn two co-curricular credits for completing co-curricular activities and clubs.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Design is a central part of the co-curricular program. Appleby Choir and a range of arts clubs provide performance and creative opportunities, including Studio Art, Digital Photography, Drawing, and Guitar. The Arts Council supports school arts events and exhibitions, and students participate in All School Play and other productions through co-curricular activities.

Cultural & Language
Chinese Arts and Culture promotes Chinese art and culture through calligraphy, painting, and cultural analysis. International Council brings students together to pursue global education as part of the Global Leadership Diploma. Model United Nations develops debate and public speaking on international issues.

Social & Hobbies
The co-curricular program includes social and community-oriented clubs such as Buddies R Us, Camp VISTA, Kids4Kids, Newcomers Tutoring Club, SPEAK Mentors, and DEIB Council. These clubs are part of a broad set of offerings that also includes the Round Square Council, Service Council, and other student-led initiatives. Boarding Life Council and Chapel Council provide additional leadership and community activities for upper-year students.

Community & Service
A minimum of 10 hours of significant engagement is expected through arts-related volunteer work, mentorship, community projects, and service days. The school supports service learning through programs like Oakwood Breakfast and various community collaboration activities, with opportunities to plan events and work with external partners. The Service Council and related community-engagement initiatives organize and fundraise for projects that benefit local organizations.

Leadership & Professional
Global Leadership Diploma requires two courses beyond the Appleby Diploma and includes external learning and reflection components. STEM Leadership Diploma outlines five courses (2 science, 2 math, 1 tech) and associated performance-based activities. Duke of Edinburgh Bronze is required by S1, and leadership roles are reinforced through councils such as Prefects Council, Senior School Council, and Upper School Council.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics are a core part of the program, with age- and skill-appropriate activities and competitive teams that participate in CISAA and OFSAA leagues. The school emphasizes wellbeing through a comprehensive Wellbeing program and dedicated councils focused on health, fitness, and mental wellness, such as the Community & Wellbeing Council and Boarding Life Council.
Languages

Language Provision
French is compulsory from Middle One through Upper One, with two French programs offering three streams: core (FSF) and extended (FEF), plus regular or accelerated options; Grade 12 FEF4U can lead to AP French. Middle One International Languages introduces Arabic, German, Mandarin, and Spanish through an introductory program focused on culture and basic conversational and communicative skills. In Upper One, students must take an additional international language; in Upper Two they continue at least one language and may study another; Mandarin has an AP Chinese option. The school issues DELF certificates for French and supports AP and NEWL examinations; it also runs language exchanges to China, France, Germany, Jordan, Spain, and South America, and provides English language learner supports with a transition policy for non-English-speaking students.
Reputation

Awards
EcoSchools Platinum Certification (2022-2023).

Accreditations
CAIS accreditation (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools) – indicates Appleby College meets national standards for independent schools.
Ontario Ministry of Education authorization to grant credits toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Online Application. To apply for admission to Appleby College, complete the online application form. New applicants must create an account; returning applicants use the updated BBK12 access. The non-refundable application fee is CAD 200 for Canadian residents or CAD 300 for international residents and the form takes about 5–10 minutes to complete before payment. Step 2: Applicant Checklist. Within two days of submitting the application you will receive a welcome email with an applicant checklist. The checklist includes a confidential school report, proof of age, report cards (final 2025–2026 and 2024–2025; interim reports may be submitted if available), the KIRA Talent online assessment invitation and instructions, and an admissions interview (in person or via Teams/Zoom if distance is an issue). The Sir Edmund Walker Scholarship is optional and may provide up to 20,000 CAD per year toward tuition for up to five new incoming students; the full scholarship amount is applied to tuition; the scholarship deadline is December 1, 2026. Financial assistance is 100% need-based; applicants are encouraged to submit the financial assistance application concurrently with admissions, as the review can take four to six weeks and is conducted by an independent firm; FA decisions may be limited by available funds and are applied to enrolment or tuition fees. Step 3: Academic Accommodation. Appleby College Student Services can arrange accommodations for students with disabilities; the school does not maintain a dedicated special education department but can provide certain accommodations; see the Student Access Document for details.

Scholarships
Sir Edmund Walker Scholarship: A merit-based scholarship named after the school's founding patron. Up to five new incoming students will receive 20,000 CAD per year toward tuition, starting with the recipient's year of entry, and the full scholarship amount will be applied directly against annual tuition fees. The scholarship is open to all day, boarding and international students, regardless of financial need, and is renewable each year if the recipient continues to meet the requirements. Recipients will also be eligible to apply for Appleby's Financial Assistance Programme. Applications for the 2027–28 Sir Edmund Walker Scholarship are due December 1, 2026. The scholarship supersedes any other financial award. Requirements include high academic standing, leadership in athletics/arts/community, and a written reflective piece describing positive impact on the student's current school community. The scholarship amount is $20,000 per year and is renewed annually until graduation. The program is described as starting with the 2027–28 school year, with the intention to support exceptionally talented and motivated students. For more information, see the admissions materials and FA details.
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