Ridley College
Ridley College was founded in 1889 and became co-educational in 1973.
Largest boarding programme in Ontario, Canada Canada's only co-educational IB continuum boarding and day school
Distinguished university placement 14 different athletic teams, and over 75 clubs and activites
Over 100 different high school courses 24-hour security on campus Get an inside look at classrooms, the dining hall, common rooms in the houses and so much more with our virtual campus tour! Or soar above our campus with our bird's eye view video!.
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| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Ridley College |
| School Focus | College Preparatory |
| Grades (Boarding) | Grades 5-12 |
| Grades (Day) | Grades Pre-K-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1889 |
| Campus Size | 90 acres |
| Enrollment | 689 students |
| % International Students | 40% |
| % Students Boarding | 70% |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| Average Class Size | 17 students |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 |
| Number of AP Courses Offered | n/a |
| Number of IB Courses Offered | 24 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $63,950 (*Domestic ) |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $35,950 (*Upper School Tuition) |
| Tuition international students | $72,250 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes |
| Director of Admissions | Ms. Julie Cameron |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 16 Interscholastic Sports |
| Sports | Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 19 Extracurriculars |
| Extracurriculars | Admissions Assistants, Amnesty International Club, Art in Public Spaces, Athletic Therapy Assistants, Cadet Band, Cappies, Choir, Debate Club, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Entrepreneurial Club, Gender Equity, Golf team, Intramural teams, Play Production, School Reach, String Ensemble, Tiger Tribune Newspaper, VEX Robotics, Yearbook |
College Matriculation
| Year: | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
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School Notes
- Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school located on a beautiful 90-acre campus in St. Catharines, Ontario. Students in JK through grade 12 are engaged in an energetic, challenging, and forward-thinking academic programme, as well as a diverse extracurricular programme in the arts, athletics, leadership, and community service.
- Ridley is one of only three IB continuum boarding schools in North America and also offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
- With over 320 boarders from 50+ countries, Ridley has the largest boarding programme in Ontario and boasts a traditional house system, integrating both boarding and day students into ten houses on campus. In this way, Ridley provides all students with a perfect balance of global cultures and a uniquely Canadian experience.
- LD types supported: Yes
- Ridley College accreditations: IB CAIS/CESI CIS NAIS TABS Ontario Ministry of Education
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- David Dodge - Former Governor of the Bank of Canada
- Colm Feore - Actor
- Sam McGlone - Canadian Triathlete
- Raine Maida - Musician
- Peter Gzowski - Journalist
- Michael Sabia - Former CEO and President of Bell Canada (BCE)
- John Crossingham - Musician
- Sophie & Katherine Kallinis - Owners and reality TV stars of DC Cupcakes
- Bruce Croxon - 'Dragon' on CBC's Dragons' Den - Co-founder of Lavalife
- Nicholas Paine - Co-founder of Lavalife
Profile last updated: 02/11/2021
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