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North York Academy

North York, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: 9 – 12
Board: Independent
Principal: Demosthenes Aliferis
Program type: Online/Site Based
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $22,800 /year
Financial aid: Yes
Open house: Monthly; specific dates and details are available on the Events page.

Admissions process

Submit recent academic records, a personal statement, and references. An interview may be required, and entrance assessments are sometimes conducted to determine appropriate grade placement.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Ontario Secondary School Diploma curriculum for Grades 9–12, with full-time day study and individual online credits. Current admissions pages also describe scholarship opportunities and E.D.G.E. university pathway programs; these are separate admissions options, not guaranteed university placements.
Class size: Typically 10–15 students.

Tuition & financial aid details

Tuition: Fees vary by grade level. Contact admissions for a detailed fee breakdown and payment options.

Bursaries & scholarships

A limited number are available to support families demonstrating need.

Course descriptions

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Full-time Grades 9–12 day-school OSSD program; the current admissions page lists September and February entry.

Online OSSD credit courses

Individual online high-school credits are available for flexible study, credit upgrading, or prerequisite completion.

E.D.G.E. university pathways

The current admissions page describes a two-year York University/Northeastern University pathway and a one-year UBC Okanagan pathway; verify current intake, eligibility, and terms with the school.

Scholarship options

The school advertises merit and academic scholarship consideration, with awards subject to application and eligibility.

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Learning programs

Learning support

Specialized staff provide individualized support for diverse learning needs · including IEP accommodations and other resources. ESL support is available for international students. Guidance counsellors assist with university selection · post-secondary applications · and scholarship advice.

Student life

Sports

Sports are offered as extracurricular activities · specific sports are not listed.

Arts

Arts and music are offered as extracurricular activities.

Facilities

Classrooms integrate educational technology to support interactive learning.

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Math Club: The current student-life page lists Math Club meeting three times weekly.
Anime Club: The current student-life page lists a weekly Anime Club.
Fitness Club: The current student-life page lists a weekly Fitness Club.
Student Council and Project Spirit: The school describes Student Council and Project Spirit, which coordinates spirit days, charity and holiday events, and student-led activities.
Academic, arts, sports, cultural and service clubs: The school describes clubs across academic, performing arts, sports/fitness, social/cultural, and service/leadership areas. A 2025 admissions viewbook also names debate, chess and photography clubs.

Outdoor activities & education

New-student orientation: The student-life page describes a two-day orientation for new students that may include a trip to Niagara Falls or Sunnyside Beach, alongside school tours and workshops. The page does not identify which destination is scheduled for each year.
University, museum and community visits: The school describes university tours, museum and educational-site visits, and community events as field-trip opportunities.
Community sports: The 2025 admissions viewbook says students can join volleyball, basketball and hockey games at a nearby community athletic centre; it does not say these are school-run teams.

University destinations

University of Toronto: A 2025 admissions viewbook says NYA students have received offers from the University of Toronto. The school does not provide an offer count, year-by-year breakdown or cohort size.
University of Waterloo: A 2025 admissions viewbook says NYA students have received offers from the University of Waterloo. The school does not provide an offer count, year-by-year breakdown or cohort size.
OCAD University: A 2025 admissions viewbook says NYA students have received offers from OCAD University. The school does not provide an offer count, year-by-year breakdown or cohort size.
Queen’s University: A 2025 admissions viewbook says NYA students have received offers from Queen’s University. The school does not provide an offer count, year-by-year breakdown or cohort size.

About the school

North York Academy provides academic, social, and personal guidance to prepare students for a global future.

Location & school highlights

What makes the school distinct

Integrated, interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizing research ability, analytical thinking, and job-ready skills.
Advanced Placement opportunities to earn university credits in high school.
Small classes supporting personalized attention and tailored instruction.