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Willowdale High School

Canada, Toronto

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$19,825 - 20,125
Ages 14 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Mandarin, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Willowdale High School is a private international high school in Canada offering Ontario education with Residence and Homestay options for international students aged 14 to 18. The curriculum combines Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Advanced Placement courses, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, and AP Calculus AB/BC. Students earning OSSD complete 30 credits (18 compulsory and 12 optional for those starting Grade 9 in 2023 or earlier; or 17 compulsory and 13 optional for 2024 entrants). AP classes run as 45-minute daily sessions September–May, with option to pursue Ontario Diploma concurrently. Willowdale provides technology-enhanced personalized learning with certified teachers, small classes (1:8), and dedicated student advisors offering academic and social support, university application guidance, tutoring, IELTS training, volunteer placement, and housing/airport services. A Project-Based Learning approach uses AI, multimedia, and interdisciplinary courses. The school emphasizes STEM, arts, and language development, plus field trips across Canada and USA.

willowdalehighschool.com

160 Eglinton Ave E 5th Floor, Toronto, ON M4P 3B5, Canada

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The Essentials

Willowdale High School has typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Willowdale High School is located at 160 Eglinton Avenue East, 5F, Toronto, Ontario M4P 3B5, Canada. The campus is in Toronto and offers on-campus Residence and Homestay options for students. The admissions procedures mention airport pickup arrangements for arrivals and identify the same address for contact purposes.

Stages
Secondary; Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program.

Type
Private international high school with on-campus Residence and Homestay options.

Additional learning support
Dedicated student advisors provide holistic support, including goal setting, post-secondary guidance, tutoring, IELTS training, and university application support; emphasizes a strong school-home partnership.

Country affiliation
Canada
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Willowdale High School ranges from CAD 19,825 to CAD 20,125 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee

- CAD 300 — one-time, non-refundable registration fee.

Tuition (by program / credit)

- CAD 18,400 — High School Credit Program (one academic year; for 8 credits).
- CAD 2,300 per credit — Night course / Summer course (per credit).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Full tuition payment is required after receipt of the invoice issued with the conditional offer; payment in full triggers issuance of the official acceptance letter and official receipt. Payments are required to be sent by wire-transfer, bank-transfer, or certified cheque; proof of payment (receipt) must be emailed to the school.

Boarding and accommodation fees

- Residence placement fee: CAD 200 — one-time placement fee for residence arrangements.
- Residence fee: CAD 1,300 to CAD 1,700 per month — monthly residence charge, varies by room type.
- Homestay placement fee: CAD 200 — one-time placement fee for homestay arrangements.
- Homestay fee: CAD 1,300 to CAD 1,700 per month — monthly homestay charge, varies by host and arrangement.
- Airport pick-up / drop-off: CAD 150 — one-way service fee.

Other mandatory or frequently charged fees

- Medical insurance: CAD 675 — annual insurance charge.
- Student service fee: CAD 750 — annual fee covering material fees, textbook rental, and related student services for one year.

Refund information

- If a student's study permit application is refused and the school receives the official visa refusal letter together with the letter of acceptance and the tuition receipt, the tuition fee will be refunded (an administrative fee will be deducted). If the applicant cancels for reasons other than a study-permit refusal, no tuition refund is provided.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Accepted payment methods: wire-transfer, bank-transfer, and certified cheque. Parents/students must email proof of payment to the school. Credit card payment is not listed among accepted methods. Full tuition payment is required as part of the acceptance process.

Notes on year and availability of published schedule

- The listed fee amounts are presented in the school's published tuition-and-fees schedule labeled 2024–2025. No separate 2025/26 or 2026/27 fee schedule was located during the review of the school's tuition and admissions information.
Academics

Willowdale High School teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 14 to 18.

Curriculum
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program. To earn the OSSD, students must complete 30 credits: 18 compulsory and 12 optional for students starting Grade 9 in 2023 or earlier; or 17 compulsory and 13 optional for students starting Grade 9 in 2024. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1: Algebra-based, and AP Calculus AB/BC. AP classes run as 45-minute daily sessions from September to May, with the option to complete the Ontario Diploma concurrently. Willowdale High School provides individualized blended learning with certified teachers, small class sizes, and technology-enhanced personalized instruction. Merit-based financial aid and scholarships are offered based on leadership and academic achievement.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes and individualized attention are provided by certified teachers.

Higher Education Progression
Willowdale High School provides comprehensive post-secondary guidance through dedicated student advisors and university/college application support. The school hosts University Fair & Information Seminars with leading Canadian universities and institutions, including the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University, Western University, and the University of Waterloo. There is guidance for OUAC and Ontario Colleges applications, and one-on-one consultations and specialized workshops to tailor admission strategies.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Step 1: Application. To begin the admissions process, students complete and submit an application form. The completed form can be submitted in person or by email. The documents to accompany the application are: Passport; Transcripts for the past 3 years; Vaccination Record (submitted on the first day of school); IELTS or TOEFL test result (optional).

2. Step 2: Conditional Acceptance Letter (if required). After the application is received, a student recruitment specialist will contact you to discuss enrollment options. The admission officer will review the application documents and issue the Conditional Acceptance Letter and the invoice for tuition.

3. Step 3: Tuition Payment. After receiving an offer of admission and an invoice, the full tuition fees must be paid by wire-transfer, bank-transfer, or certified cheques. Email the payment receipt to the school as proof of payment.

4. Step 4: Official Acceptance Letter. Once payment is made in full, the Official Acceptance Letter and Official Receipt are issued.

5. Step 5: Applying for a Study Permit and Visitor Visa. It is the responsibility of parents and students to apply for a Canadian Study permit and Visa depending on the student's nationality. If the study permit application is refused, provide the letter of refusal from the Canadian immigration office, the Letter of Acceptance, and the tuition receipt to the school. Upon receipt of these documents, the tuition fee will be refunded (deducting an administrative fee). If the applicant cancels the application for reasons other than visa refusal, no refund is issued.

6. Step 6: Residence/Homestay Arrangement. The residence provides facilities that are safe, secure, well-maintained, and reasonably priced. Residents are encouraged to engage in activities to build a supportive community that respects diversity, equity and inclusion. The Homestay Program offers a comfortable home atmosphere where students can live with a Canadian family. Host families are knowledgeable in hosting international students and strive to provide a safe, comfortable and caring living environment.

7. Step 7: Arriving to Canada. Inform the student service coordinator when arriving in Canada to arrange for airport pickup.

Mission Statement: Empowering students to achieve their full potential through academic excellence, character development, and community engagement.
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