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Villanova College

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$28,900 - 34,900
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 525
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish, English
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

VillNova College is an independent Catholic Augustinian day school on a 53-acre campus in King City, Ontario, serving Grade 4 through Grade 12. The curriculum combines the Canadian framework with Advanced Placement courses in Upper School, including English Literature & Composition, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics. An English as a Second Language program supports Grades 9–12 toward the Ontario Diploma, while a Guided Learning Centre and Teacher-Advisor program offer targeted academic support. The school emphasizes spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development guided by the Augustinian values of unity, truth and love. The campus features the VillNova Athletic Centre (VAC), an indoor facility with basketball courts and a 200-metre track, plus Frankie DeGasperis Fields for turf and grass play. A Project 2025 expansion will create a 330-seat theatre, dining hall, chapel and learning spaces. An arts program, STEM enrichment, service initiatives and a four-house system round out student life.

2480 15th Sideroad, King City, ON L7B 0P5, Canada

The Essentials

Villanova College has 525 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
King City, Ontario, Canada. 2480 15th Sideroad, King City, ON L7B 0P5, York Region on the Oak Ridges Moraine.

Stages
Middle School and Upper School (Grades 4–12).

Type
The school is an independent Catholic Augustinian school.

Additional learning support
The Guided Learning Centre provides accommodations and support for students with identified learning disabilities, including test/exam accommodations, in-class support, and learning strategies. In Grades 9 and 10, students in the Guided Learning Program may earn GLS 1O and GLS 2O credits.

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Catholic (Augustinian).

School day structure
Villanova College uses a five-period timetable on an eight-day cycle. Regular bell times include Period 1 8:30–9:35 and Period 5 1:30–2:30; Dismissal is at 2:30 p.m. and bus departures occur at 2:40 p.m.

Bus service
The school currently has six daily school bus routes serving Aurora, Bolton, Caledon, King City, Kleinburg, Maple, Nobleton, Palgrave, Richmond Hill, Thornhill and Woodbridge. Three late buses operate Monday–Thursday to support co-curricular activities; these late buses serve centralized locations in Caledon, Kleinburg, Maple, Nobleton, Richmond Hill, Thornhill and Woodbridge.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a formal uniform program with grade- and gender-specific attire. Dress code details include: Grades 4–6 (male): grey slacks, white oxford shirt, school crested tie, school crested cardigan, dark dress socks; Grades 4–6 (female): navy blue tunic/jumper, white oxford shirt, crested tie, crested cardigan, navy knee highs/opaque navy tights. Grades 7–11 (male): grey slacks, white oxford shirt, crested blazer, crested tie, dark dress socks; Grades 7–11 (female): grey kilt (max 1 inch above knee) or white oxford shirt with crested blazer and tie, navy knee highs/opaque navy tights. Grade 12 (male): grey slacks, powder blue oxford shirt, crested blazer, grad tie, dark dress socks; Grade 12 (female): grey slacks, powder blue oxford shirt, crested blazer, grad tie, navy knee highs/opaque navy tights. Shoes are black leather dress shoes; summer uniforms and optional pieces (golf shirts for May–June; sweaters) are described separately. Additional regulations cover blazers, ties, shirt-tucking, socks/tights, and aesthetics (earrings, jewelry, makeup, nail polish). The uniform must be worn during the school day and at school-related activities. The Armoury sells items such as blazers and ties; new ties can be purchased there. (Dress Code Policy details)

Food Options
The cafeteria and designated outside picnic areas are the only areas where students are permitted to eat and/or drink. Students are expected to be seated while eating and to clean up after themselves.

House System
Villanova College has four houses named for Augustinian saints: St. Augustine, St. Monica, St. Nicholas, and St. Rita. Students earn points for their Houses throughout the year, culminating in the House Olympics each May; every student is paired with a Teacher Advisor through their house.

Governance and Ownership
St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic School (Villanova College) was established on December 1, 1998 as a not-for-profit corporation incorporated by Letters Patent under the Corporations Act (Ontario) on June 2, 1999 and is registered with the CRA as a charitable organization. The Board of Governors consists of community members and others appointed in accordance with the Board's by-laws. The Board's key roles are to set organizational direction, provide oversight and evaluation of the budget and assets, and ensure the school has the resources to carry out its mission.
Fees

Annual tuition at Villanova College ranges from CAD 28,900 to CAD 34,900 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of USD 200 is charged at the time of application for new applicants.

Tuition (2026–2027) — annual amounts by program

- Grades 4–12: USD 28,900 per year. Voluntary giving donation USD 1,000 per child (expected).
- Domestic ESL (Grades 9–12): USD 34,900 per year. Voluntary giving donation USD 1,000 per child (expected).

Tuition instalments / billing schedule and payment terms

- Option A: Single payment due April 1 (applies a USD 200 savings).
- Option B: Three instalments due April 1, August 1, and December 1.
- Option C: Nine monthly instalments due the 1st of each month, April 1 through December 1 inclusive; Option C incurs an additional USD 400 administration fee.
- All invoices are due upon receipt; full payment terms and consequences for late payment are governed by the school's payment policy. A monthly administrative charge of 2% on unpaid balances and returned-cheque fees (example: USD 45) apply where payments are not honoured or are late.

New-student enrolment / capital fee

- A one-time new-student enrolment fee of USD 5,000 is payable upon acceptance for each new student. This fee is in addition to tuition, is applied to the school's capital program, is required for a maximum of two siblings per family, and is non-refundable.

Family (sibling) discounts

- Family Plan discounts: 5% off the second child's tuition; for families with three or more students enrolled a 5% discount applies to the second child and a 10% discount to the third and subsequent children.

Additional compulsory and typical fees (annual / per-student)

- Activity Fee: USD 500 per student annually (covers day retreats, a portion of school-sponsored programs, house t-shirt, lock, yearbook, mailings).
- Technology Fee: USD 500 per student annually (grades 7–12 participate in the laptop program; mobile labs support grades 4–6).
- Parent Association Fee: USD 50 per student annually.
- Voluntary Giving Donation: USD 1,000 per child (expected contribution, noted as Voluntary Giving).

Additional expenses not covered by tuition (examples that families should budget for)

- Uniforms (school and physical-education uniforms), textbooks, daily bus transportation (where used), athletics fees, extra-curricular activities, musical instrument rental, school supplies, and excursions (costs vary by grade and program). Upper-school optional trips (spring-break or mission trips) are additional and priced per trip.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school.

Refunds and non-refundable items

- The new-student enrolment fee (USD 5,000) is non-refundable.
- The school's enrolment/payment policies state that families are not entitled to a full or partial refund of tuition so long as curriculum is being delivered in any form; specific refund and withdrawal rules and any pro‑rata considerations are set out in the school's enrolment/parent‑student handbook and related policies. Administrative and collection charges apply for late or dishonoured payments.

Fee payment options and mechanics

- The school issues invoices and supports scheduled instalment plans (Options A, B or C) as noted above. For other payment mechanisms the school accepts credit-card payments for giving/donation transactions (Visa, Mastercard) and accepts cheque and other methods for gifts; some school fundraising or card‑program transactions impose a credit‑card service fee (example: 3% on gift-card purchases). The school also offers options for pledge payments to be deducted directly from a bank account for certain campaigns. Families should follow the school's billing instructions for how tuition invoices are to be paid.

Administrative and late-payment charges

- Returned-cheque / non-sufficient-funds fees and other administrative fees apply (example: USD 45 returned-cheque fee). Overdue amounts may incur a monthly interest/administration charge (example: 2% per month) until paid; the school reserves the right to withhold records or suspend enrolment privileges for unpaid balances.

Key billing timing notes

- New-student enrolment fee: due upon acceptance.
- Annual tuition: invoiced according to the chosen payment plan; Option A single payment due April 1; Option B payments due April 1, August 1 and December 1; Option C monthly instalments April–December (with a USD 400 admin fee).

Summary of the main figures to record

- Application fee (new applicant): USD 200.
- Tuition (Grades 4–12, 2026–2027): USD 28,900 per year.
- Tuition (Domestic ESL Grades 9–12, 2026–2027): USD 34,900 per year.
- New-student enrolment (capital) fee: USD 5,000 (one-time, non-refundable).
- Activity fee: USD 500 per year. Technology fee: USD 500 per year. Parent Association fee: USD 50 per year. Voluntary giving: USD 1,000 per child (expected).
Academics

Villanova College teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Villanova College educates students from Grade 4 through Grade 12, with Middle School (Junior 4–6; Intermediate 7–8) and Upper School (9–12). Core subjects English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science and Religion are taught in the Middle School, with French, Physical Education and Music taught by specialists. The Upper School offers a rigorous program including Advanced Placement courses in English Literature & Composition, Calculus AB, Statistics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics 1 and 2, and Economics, with additional AP options in Chinese Language and Culture, French Language and Culture, Spanish Language and Culture, Computer Science A, Psychology and United States History. An English as a Second Language program supports Grades 9–12 to develop English language proficiency while pursuing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. A Guided Learning Centre provides support for students with identified learning needs, and the Teacher-Advisor Program with tutorials offers personalized attention. A broad arts and athletics program complements academics, and Summer School is available for additional learning opportunities.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes. The school serves approximately 525 students.

Higher Education Progression
Villanova College prepares students for university and life beyond. The Advanced Placement program provides university-level coursework; AP exams are administered in May and results are sent in July, with the option to use AP scores for university credit. The Upper School emphasizes post-secondary preparation and graduates typically gain admission to universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a Student Services Department focused on helping students reach their social, emotional, and academic potential. The Guided Learning Centre offers supports for identified learners and teaches strategies to improve reading, writing, time management, organization, and study skills, helping students become self-sufficient. The Guided Learning Program provides Detailed IEPs, one-on-one meetings, before- and after-school support, a quiet testing environment, assistive technology, and Learning Strategies courses. The Teacher-Advisor Program delivers ongoing, personalized guidance for academic and social development, including regular contact, advocacy for the student, and communication with parents. Tutorials are available for extra subject support and personal enrichment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Guided Learning Centre provides supports for students with identified learning disabilities. The Guided Learning Program delivers Detailed Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for each student, weekly one-on-one meetings, after/before school support, a quiet testing environment, assistive technology, and Learning Strategies courses.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Domestic ESL program (available to students in grades 9-12) allows students to achieve the Ontario Secondary School Diploma while building their English language skills. Students are assessed and placed in ESL levels B, C, D or E and follow the ESL curriculum to accelerate language acquisition and prepare for studying in English.

Mental Wellbeing
Student Services focuses on helping students reach their social, emotional, and academic potential. The Teacher-Advisor Program provides ongoing support for academic and social matters and acts as an advocate for the student. The Guided Learning Program supports social and emotional development alongside academics, with time-management, organization, and study-strategy development.

Safeguarding
Villanova College maintains a Code of Conduct and related policies to safeguard students, describing a safe and caring community where rights are protected and inappropriate behavior is addressed. Emergency School Closure guidelines address health and safety, and Health Policies (Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Concussion, etc.) are published with related forms to safeguard student health.
Parent Experience

History
Villanova College is an independent Catholic Augustinian school guided by the values of unitas (unity), veritas (truth) and caritas (love). Its history began with founding families and the not‑for‑profit St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic School established in 1998 on Marylake property. Twenty‑six students were registered in 1999, the school opened in Sacred Heart Parish Hall in King City that September, and the founding classes moved to Marylake on January 24, 2000. Phase 1 was completed in 2002 with 14 classrooms, a cafeteria, kitchen and a 10,000 square‑foot gym, followed by Phase 2 in 2003; the campus now spans about 120,000 square feet. The Class of 2003 was the first graduating class; Villanova now has over 1,000 alumni and the school remains dedicated to educating students in spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development.

Community
Villanova College is a community‑based school where parents are a vital component of a student's education. The school would not exist without the financial support of its community and the tireless efforts of volunteers. The Parent Association provides a forum to interact with the parents, administration, teachers, staff and students, and invites parents to participate in its activities and committees. The school is led by a Board of Governors and a dedicated Parent Association executive team, with ongoing fundraising and volunteer opportunities to support school programs.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Association is a forum to interact and communicate with the parents, administration, teachers, staff and students. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to participate in Parent Association activities, events, and programs and to consider volunteering on any of our many committees. The 2025‑2026 Executive Members include Chair Maryann Perri, Vice Chair Josephine Geraci, Past Chair Leslie Balsamo, Treasurer Luisa Gale and Secretary Catrina Jankowski, with Alumni Representatives Donna Fordyce and Nadia Perlman, and Members‑at‑Large including Faculty Representative Jennifer Gray and Headmaster Paul Paradiso. There is a Volunteer Form to get involved, and the VC Parent Association supports school fundraising and events such as Golf Classic 2026 and Vegas Knight presented by the VC Parent Association.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Villanova College sits on a 53-acre campus in King City. The Vill Nova Athletic Centre (VAC) is a large indoor facility that includes 3 high school regulation basketball courts, 1 NCAA regulation basketball court, 3 volleyball courts, 12 badminton courts, 4 wireless score clocks, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, a 200-metre running track, four team rooms, and upper-deck seating for 400 spectators. The VAC extends over about 17,000 square feet with a 40-foot vertical clearance. Frankie DeGasperis Fields provide one regulation turf field for soccer, football, and field hockey, plus two grass fields for training and practice. Project 2025 will add a 40,000-square-foot expansion featuring a dining hall and kitchen, a 330-seat theatre, a chapel, specialty classrooms, rehearsal spaces and administrative offices, while current spaces such as the Armoury and cafeteria will be repurposed into learning spaces.

Sports Facilities
The VAC is the school's main athletic facility, housing 3 high school regulation basketball courts, 1 NCAA basketball court, 3 volleyball courts, 12 badminton courts, 4 score clocks, a fitness centre, a 200m track, four team rooms and seating for 400 spectators. Frankie DeGasperis Fields include one turf field suitable for soccer, football and field hockey, and two grass fields.

Academic Facilities
Villanova College runs a one-to-one Windows-based laptop program for Grades 7–12, with Grades 4–6 receiving personal Chromebooks. Students have access to Office 365 and Google Workspace, and classrooms are designed to be interactive. The school operates a new state-of-the-art wifi network across teaching spaces and uses Edsby as its web-based learning management platform.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Music education is integrated through Bands & Choirs, with instrumental training and opportunities to earn credits in instrumental music alongside multiple ensembles such as Intermediate and Senior Jazz Bands, Senior Concert Band, Chamber Choir, VC Voices and Boys Choir. Theatre Arts offers a universal participation model with a large-scale musical theatre production staged in the spring. Visual Arts programs allow students to earn Visual Arts credits from Grade 9, while middle school students access arts programming through the Arts and Crafts Club.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Villanova College is an independent Catholic Augustinian school dedicated to the education of young people and to their spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development. The STEM program is a four-year academic enrichment program. Advanced Placement courses are offered as part of Upper School academics. Leaders in Church & Culture is a grade-12 course that emphasizes experiential leadership within a Catholic context.

Arts & Creative
The Arts program provides opportunities to express artistic talents in vocal or instrumental music, musical theatre, and fine arts. Bands & Choirs, Theatre Arts, and Visual Arts are integral components of the arts offerings. A Musical Theatre Production is staged annually, with productions such as Les Miserables Musical referenced in recent materials.

Social & Hobbies
Villanova College offers a wide range of clubs and activities beyond the classroom, including Art Club, Atlantic Salmon Restoration Program, Badminton Club, Charter Challenge, Chess Club, Debate Society, DECA Villanova, Environment & Nature Society, eSports, Hockey Fridays, Mock Trial, Reach for the Top, Musical Theatre Production, Ski Club, Strategic Board Games Club, Tech + Stage Crew, VC Innoventions, and Yearbook. These activities accompany music ensembles, social outreach programs, and student leadership opportunities, contributing to a diverse student life. The House System fosters community and leadership, featuring four houses and annual House Olympics along with a Teacher Advisor Program.

Community & Service
Christian Service is a core component of student life, with hours and projects required for all students. Social Outreach initiatives include Adopt-a-Senior, Ecuador Mission, Habitat for Humanity, Marylake Mission, Peru Mission, Sandwich Patrol, SAVI, Street Life Awareness, and the Terry Fox Run, reflecting a commitment to service and community impact.

Leadership & Professional
Ambassadors lead tours for prospective families; Middle School Student Council and HOUSE Council provide student leadership opportunities; Leaders in Church and Culture fosters senior leadership in a Catholic context; Peer Mentor Program and Peer Tutoring support peer leadership and mentorship. Leaders in Church and Culture includes a three-day training retreat and a week-long Habitat for Humanity/Catholic Social Services mission trip, emphasizing experiential leadership and community service.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to life, rooted in Augustinian values of Veritas, Unitās, and Caritās, and a focus on integrating faith with learning. Athletics are an important part of school life, with Villanova a member of the Conference of Independent School Athletic Association (CISAA) and a history of competitive sports. The House System promotes identity, belonging, and community, helping students build social connections and a supportive school culture.
Languages

Language Provision
French as a Second Language is offered in Grades 9–12 through Core French courses, FSF1D to FSF4U, under the International Languages Department. Spanish as a Second Language is offered in Grades 10–12 with Level 1 in Grade 10 (LWSBD), Level 2 in Grade 11 (LWSCU), and Level 3 in Grade 12 (LWSDU). English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development supports international students by developing English communication skills and socio-cultural competency. Domestic ESL provides additional language support within the school.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Complete online Application. Families receive a unique login to access the online admissions system and must provide Household Information, a $200 application fee, Student Achievements & Interests, a Teacher Recommendation Report, a recent photo, and the applicant's birth certificate or passport. Final reports from the two previous school years (e.g., June 2024-25 and June 2025-26) and all report cards for the current 2026-27 school year must be uploaded. If an application is already started, log in to the Admission Portal to finish the submission. Step 2: Visit Us. All families considering Villanova College are invited to attend a Fall Open House; register for an upcoming Open House. Step 3: Interview & Entrance Assessment. After the completed application and required documentation are received, families will be contacted to schedule both an interview and an in-house math, language and writing assignment; the interview is casual and parents are invited to participate, with no advance preparation required. The Entrance Assessment tests math, language and writing, and a test day is scheduled for November or December 2026. Step 4: Admission Decision. First round admission decisions are emailed to families on January 15, 2027.

Scholarships
Tuition Assistance: The school offers Tuition Assistance in the form of a Tuition Assistance Bursary based on demonstrated financial need; applications are submitted using the Financial Assistance for Canadian Students (FACS) form, with earliest consideration by February 1; bursaries are awarded annually and apply as a reduction to tuition. Entrance Scholarships: New students entering grades 7 and 9 may receive scholarships; awards are $2,500 and are based on entry exam scores, prior academic achievement and comportment; one scholarship for Grade 7 and two for Grade 9; to be considered, the completed application must be submitted by December 1. Awards & Scholarships for Current Students: A range of named awards support current students, including the Beth Will Sophomore Scholarship, the Bernadette Yuen Scholarship, the Villanova College Award for Theatre and Performing Arts, the Alumni Award of Merit and Scholarship, the Catholic Student Award, the Villanova Parent Association Award, the Knights of Columbus Scholarship, the Vito Giovannetti Memorial Scholarship, the Bernadette Yuen Nursing Award, and other Graduation Scholarships & Awards.

Waitlist
Villanova College runs waitlists for September admissions. Waitlists are currently active for September 2026; to be considered for a late application and waitlist placement, email admissions@villanovacollege.ca. September 2027 applications are open, and availability by entry grade is shown in the grade sections.
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