private

Willowdale High School

Toronto, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: 9 – 12
Gender: Co-educational
Boarding: Yes
Board: Independent
Religious affiliation: Not specified
Principal: Brian Campbell
Program type: Online/Site Based
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $18,400 /year
Financial aid: Yes
SSAT required: No

Admissions process

Students may enroll at the beginning of any of five semesters: Fall (September–December), Winter (January–February), Spring (March–June), Summer Semester 1 (July), and Summer Semester 2 (August).

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Ontario Curriculum leading to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), with an Advanced Placement (AP) program administered by the College Board. AP classes run for 45 minutes daily during regular school days from September to the AP exams in May.
Accreditation: Inspected by the Ontario Ministry of Education (BSID: 885998)

Tuition & financial aid details

Bursaries & scholarships

Tuition payment options: wire-transfer, bank-transfer, or certified cheques
Study permit refusal: school refunds tuition minus administrative fee
Application cancellation for reasons other than visa refusal: no refund provided

Course descriptions

The school’s published course list covers arts (music, visual arts, media arts and photography); Canadian and world studies; business; English and literacy; Mandarin; mathematics through calculus and data management; sciences including biology, chemistry and physics; computer studies; technological education and skilled trades; social sciences and humanities; and English-language learning. Examples in the published list include MCR3U Functions, MHF4U Advanced Functions, MCV4U Calculus and Vectors, SBI3U/SBI4U Biology, SCH3U/SCH4U Chemistry, SPH3U/SPH4U Physics, ICS3U/ICS4U Computer Science, and LKMDU Mandarin. Course availability can change by year.

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Learning programs

Specializations

Advanced Placement university-level coursework and examinations. · Post-secondary planning and university and college application guidance.

Languages

English · Mandarin Chinese

Learning support

Dedicated student advisors help students set academic goals and meet post-secondary requirements. · Individual academic and social guidance, counseling, educational planning, and career exploration. · Advisors facilitate communication among parents, students, and staff, support student advocacy, and connect students with community resources.

Student life

Facilities

On-campus residence - safe, secure, well-maintained facilities with community activities promoting diversity, equity and inclusion · Homestay Program - comfortable homes with knowledgeable host families

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Student Council: Student leaders address student affairs, plan special events and projects, and promote acceptance, equity, cooperation, responsibility, friendship, and school spirit.

University destinations

University of Toronto: Direct invitation of representatives
Toronto Metropolitan University: Formerly Ryerson University; direct invitation of representatives
Western University: Direct invitation of representatives
University of Waterloo: Direct invitation of representatives
Ontario Universities: Access to Ontario Universities' Fair (OUF) and various institution representatives

About the school

Willowdale High School offers Grades 9–12 and emphasizes holistic student development, personalized advising, and strong school-home partnerships.

Location & school highlights

Location

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Toronto
Ontario

What makes the school distinct

Every student is assigned a dedicated advisor for academic and social support.
Students can take Advanced Placement courses while completing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
Five semesters per academic year, with enrollment available at the beginning of each semester.