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Toronto Central Academy

Mississauga, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: 9 – 12
Gender: Co-educational
Boarding: Yes
Board: Independent
Principal: George Vanderkuur
Program type: Online Only
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $18,500 /year
Application fee: CAD $65 for local students; CAD $195 for international students
Financial aid: Yes

Admissions process

Accepting applications for the 2024/2025 school year through an online application link. Full-time and part-time OSSD applicants are welcome. Admission depends on prerequisite courses, which vary by program; applicants should review program requirements or contact the school.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: OSSD high-school courses and university-preparation/regular programmes. TCA’s programme page lists English, mathematics, science, arts, business, computer studies, technology, summer and IELTS options. The site also advertises Advanced Placement, a Waterloo mathematics contest course, and student support services; current availability should be confirmed because some application pages retain 2024–25 dates.
Student–teacher ratio: Low pupil to teacher ratio
Class size: Small classes

Tuition & financial aid details

Top University Green Path Program (VIP): $32,500/year
Top University Green Path Plus Program (VIP+): $42,000/year
Regular Program: $18,500/year and $22,500/year appear in separate fee listings
Semester Exchange Student Program: $5,000/term
On-campus house: $2,360–$2,700/month
Student condo: $2,100/month
Residence service fee: $460
Key deposit: $200
Medical insurance: $600/year
Material fee: $260/year
Activity fee: $600/year
Friday Fest meal fee: $600 for 10 months
Locker fee: $200
Custodian fee: $1,200/year
Airport pickup or return: $180/time
Bank charge: $35/time
School uniform: $450
Book deposit: $1,000/year
Study permit refusal refund: Full fee refund less CAD$450 administration fee if Citizenship and Immigration Canada does not issue the study permit. Requires a copy of the original payment receipt and a signed parental refund request naming the cheque recipient and address.

Bursaries & scholarships

Paul Pu Leadership Scholarship
George Vanderkuur STEM Scholarship
Emerging Technologies and Innovation Scholarship
Student Entrance Scholarship: Multiple awards may be offered each academic year depending on eligibility and funding.

Course descriptions

University Preparation Program

Personalized learning plans and academic support for students pursuing postsecondary study; verify current course and admissions details.

Regular Program

School describes individualized plans for students exploring postsecondary and career options.

Waterloo Mathematics Competition preparation

The school says it offers an additional after-school class to prepare interested students for Waterloo mathematics competitions.

Subject areas

TCA lists English, mathematics, science, arts, business, computer studies, technology, summer and IELTS options. Course catalogue and availability vary.

View course information on the school website

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Learning programs

Specializations

University preparation and placement · English for academic study and IELTS · Honours Mathematics, Science and Technology · Waterloo mathematics competition preparation

Languages

English

Learning support

Individually targeted learning plans. · After-school and weekend tutoring, including one-on-one support. · Peer tutoring to support classmates and develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills. · Teacher-supported after-school homework club. · Extra coursework or English tutoring included in University Preparation Program tuition.

Student life

Sports

Basketball Club

Arts

Arts courses · Poetry Club · Dance Club

Facilities

On-campus house with single rooms and meals. · Student condo accommodation with single rooms and meals.

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Coding Club
IELTS Corner Club
Debating Club
Poetry Club
Basketball Club
Public Speaking Club
Dance Club
Homework Club: School page describes an after-school setting for coursework support.

Outdoor activities & education

Experiential and community activities: TCA’s website gives horseback riding, pumpkin carving and volunteering as examples of activities beyond the classroom. It does not identify a recurring outdoor-education programme or current schedule.

University destinations

University of Toronto: Named among prestigious universities admitting TCA students.
McGill University: Named among prestigious universities admitting TCA students.
University of Waterloo: Named among prestigious universities admitting TCA students.

About the school

Toronto Central Academy (TCA) offers a traditional Canadian high school education to full-time and part-time students seeking the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Programs are open to students of all nationalities and emphasize academic achievement and preparation for postsecondary study.

Location & school highlights

Location

1576 Dundas Street West
Mississauga
Ontario L5C 1E5. TCA lists a Toronto telephone number (+1 416-850-8889)
but the school address is in Mississauga.

What makes the school distinct

Individualized learning plans, small classes and one-on-one tutoring.
Daytime, evening, weekend and online course options.
University preparation and placement services covering university selection, applications and final decisions.
More than 90% of TCA students obtain admission to prestigious universities.