Minor Students (Elementary and Secondary School)
Tuition varies substantially by province, school board and school type. Public-school tuition is usually lower than private or boarding-school tuition, but total cost also includes health insurance, accommodation, custodianship, meals, transportation and personal expenses.
Read the detailed answer →Application timing depends on the province, school board and whether the student is entering in September or mid-year. Many public school boards begin accepting September applications several months in advance, while popular private and boarding schools can have earlier deadlines.
Read the detailed answer →Ontario and British Columbia generally place students by calendar year of birth, using December 31 rather than September 1 as the age cutoff. The school board may also review transcripts, English readiness and individual assessment results.
Read the detailed answer →Many public and independent schools provide English-language learning support, but the format, intensity, cost and availability vary by school and district.
Read the detailed answer →Most elementary and secondary schools do not require IELTS or TOEFL for admission. They usually assess the student's school records and may assess English on arrival to determine appropriate support.
Read the detailed answer →A change of school can affect the student's DLI information, accommodation and custodianship arrangements. Confirm the required update with IRCC and the receiving school before the move.
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