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Urban International School

Canada, Toronto

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$23,400
Ages 12 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Part of
Urban International School
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

Urban International School (UIS) is a private high school in Canada for students aged 12 to 18. It follows the Canadian Curriculum with Middle School (grades 7–8) and High School (grades 9–12). Middle School covers eight subject areas—Arts, Core French, Health and Physical Education, Language, Science & Technology, History, Geography—and a daily schedule of Language Arts, History/Geography, Math, Science & Technology, and French. High School offers courses in Arts, Business & Management, Canadian & World Studies, Computer & Technology, English, Mathematics, Social Sciences & Humanities, and Sciences, with electives such as Visual Design and Introduction to Computer Programming. UIS provides University Stream and College Stream pathways, guided by an Academic Tracking System and offering options in Engineering, Science & Math, Arts, and Business, plus arts, languages and drama electives. Students pursue the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 18 compulsory credits, 12 optional credits, 40 hours of community involvement, and the OSSLT/OSSLC literacy requirement. Scholarships totaling over $1.266 million were awarded in 2024–25, with 2025 offers to Canadian universities.

This campus is part of Urban International School

1107 Finch Ave W D6, North York, ON M3J 3H4, Canada

The Essentials

Urban International School has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

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
The UIS Middle School serves Grade 7-8. The UIS High School serves Grade 9-12.

Type
Private high school.

Additional learning support
ESL Program.

Country affiliation
Canada
Diving Deeper

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).

Food Options
Three meals are provided daily with UIS accommodation options.
Fees

Annual tuition at Urban International School ranges from CAD 23,400 for 2026/27.

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.
Academics

Urban International School teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
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.

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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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
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
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.
Parent Experience

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
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.
Facilities

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
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
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
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.
Extra-Curricular Activities

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 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.

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
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
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
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.
Languages

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.

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.
Admissions

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
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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