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Villanova College

Canada, King City

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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
Availability Not shared by this school
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.

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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.
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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.
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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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