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J. Addison School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$20,950 - 29,300
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Elementary, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

J. Addison School is a private Canadian day and boarding K-12 school in Markham, Ontario, educating students from early learning through secondary and a Boarding Program for Grades 7–12. The Canadian curriculum is delivered with a five-period day and a Focus for Success period, supported by technology-enabled learning. The Addison Advantage emphasizes a Safe and Inclusive environment, personalized guidance, and collaboration that nurtures intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving. A rooftop solar system demonstrates the school's commitment to sustainability. University Partnerships provide on-site campus tours, recruitment sessions, scholarships, and personalized support for partner Canadian universities such as York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Trent University. Facilities span a 58,000-square-foot campus with modern art classrooms, a gym, a dance studio, a library, a science laboratory, a cafeteria, and dormitories. ESL support, IELTS on site, and an AP program with over 30 subjects broaden opportunities for post-secondary pathways for all students.

2 Valleywood Dr, Markham, ON L3R 8H3, Canada

The Essentials

J. Addison School has 250 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

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.

Stages
JASX Early Learning (ages 3-6); Elementary Program (Grades 1-8); High School Program (Grades 9-12). Boarding program for Grades 7–12.

Type
Private day and boarding school

Additional learning support
ESL courses; international student orientation; guidance including pathway planning; academic counselling; evening academic support

Country affiliation
Canada
Diving Deeper

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.

Uniform Requirement
All students enrolled in the School must wear the school uniform during the school day.

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.

Governance and Ownership
The Principal operates under the direction of the J. Addison Board of Directors.
Fees

Annual tuition at J. Addison School ranges from CAD 20,950 to CAD 29,300 for 2026/27.

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.
Academics

J. Addison School teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
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.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:15 teacher to student ratio.

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.

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.

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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

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.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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.

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.

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.
Parent Experience

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.

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.
Facilities

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.

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.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include a library and a Science Laboratory, with large and modern art classrooms on campus.

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 Activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Languages

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.
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.

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.
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