No. Sending an application directly to a school will delay the application process. All international student applications are processed by the Admissions Office, 905-883-0047 Ext. 307 or admissions@yrdsb.edu.on.ca. Please direct the application and all enquiries to this office.

Applicants can re-apply the following academic year, if their overall academic average has improved to over 65% or equivalent.

Refund policies are explained in detail on the application form. Please refer to this document. It is very important to read this policy thoroughly. Parents are asked to sign a form acknowledging their agreement to this policy before the student is accepted.

Yes. Commencement of study can be delayed. Contact the Admissions Office for more information.

The earlier a student applies, the sooner a school placement can be determined.

Elementary and secondary applications will be received until May 31 for 1st semester entry and November 30 for 2nd semester entry, as long as spaces are available. Applications will be received after these dates on a case by case basis only.

Yes. The Application Fee and documentation should be received by the Admissions Office before April 30, to allow time for the submission of the complete application before May 31. Please note: No conditional letters of acceptance are issued and no spaces are held.

Admission procedures are outlined on the website. If you have questions or need assistance after reviewing the application procedures, contact the Admissions Office at admissions@yrdsb.edu.on.ca

The goal is to issue a letter of acceptance as quickly as possible. For secondary school, every effort will be made to issue a letter of acceptance within two (2) business days of receipt of the complete application package (includes all required documents and payments). For elementary school allow two weeks, if the application, documentation and payments are complete.

Yes. The minimum average mark required is 65% or equivalent. (For clarification e-mail: admissions@yrdsb.edu.on.ca)

No. There is no test that determines admission. Please note: After acceptance there is an assessment of English and mathematics skills. Results of the assessments enable school Principals and Guidance teachers to prepare the most appropriate course of studies for international students.

If a current e-mail address is included in the application, every effort will be made to acknowledge receipt of the application, by email, within two (2) business days of receipt of the application.

Students must have permission from Citizenship & Immigration Canada to come to Canada to study. Application for Permanent Residence is not permission to come to Canada to study. Students should contact the nearest Canadian mission abroad to determine their eligibility to study in Canada. Students arriving in Canada with temporary visitor status and who have applied for permanent residence status are not eligible to attend school in Canada without permission from Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

Yes. The orientation is mandatory and designed to prepare students for a successful school experience. It includes the administration of the required English and Mathematics assessments, information about the student's new community, an introduction to the Ontario school system, school registration and a visit to their high school.

Requests to withdraw must be submitted in writing citing the reason. A final decision, including eligibility for refund, will be determined by the Admissions Office.

No. Special Education support is not provided.

Students must have permission to remain in Canada for study purposes. If the student has applied for permanent residence status from within Canada, the student may be eligible to apply for a waiver of fees. Please contact the Admissions Office for further details.

Your application will be reviewed for eligibility and the person submitting the application will be notified within 48 hours. Please note: No conditional letters of acceptance are issued and no spaces are held.