Rothesay Netherwood School
40 College Hill Road
Rothesay, New Brunswick, E2E 5H1, Canada
Rothesay, New Brunswick, E2E 5H1, Canada
Tel: (506) 847-8224
Rothesay Netherwood School (1877) is an independent, day and boarding school for grades 6-12.
As an IB World School, RNS provides arts, athletic, leadership, and community service programs, integrating technology, outdoor adventures, and Round Square exchanges.
With highly qualified and dedicated teachers, RNS challenges students to be active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who develop a greater appreciation for the world around them and the determination to make a difference.
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- Faculty Education High percent faculty with advanced degrees
| Definition of Terms | 2020 School Data | Rothesay Netherwood School |
| School Focus | College Preparatory |
| Grades (Boarding) | Grades 6-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1877 |
| Campus Size | 125 acres |
| Enrollment | 285 students |
| % Students of Color | 20% |
| % International Students | 25% |
| % Students Boarding | 50% |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniforms) |
| Average Class Size | 16 students |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 |
| Number of AP Courses Offered | n/a |
| Number of IB Courses Offered | 26 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $8 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $41,880 (Canadian Gr. 6-10 ($41,880); Gr. 11-12 ($42,680)) |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a |
| Tuition international students | $65,050 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 33% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% |
| Director of Admissions | Marie Jo Thibault |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| Total Advanced Courses Offered | n/a |
| Courses | Grade 11 IB Biology SL/HL, Grade 11 IB Chemistry SL/HL, Grade 11 IB English SL/HL, Grade 11 IB French HL, Grade 11 IB Geography SL/HL, Grade 11 IB History SL/HL, Grade 11 IB Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS) SL/HL, Grade 11 IB Music SL/HL, Grade 11 IB Physics SL/HL, Grade 11 IB Visual Arts SL/HL, Grade 12 IB Biology HL, Grade 12 IB Chemistry HL, Grade 12 IB English HL, Grade 12 IB French HL, Grade 12 IB Geography SL/HL, Grade 12 IB History SL/HL, Grade 12 IB Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS) SL/HL, Grade 12 IB Music SL/HL, Grade 12 IB Physics HL, Grade 12 IB Visual Arts SL/HL |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 19 Interscholastic Sports |
| Sports | Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Snowboarding, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 22 Extracurriculars |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Coffee House, Community Service Council, Debate Club, Financial Planning, Graphic Design Group, Service Work, Stage Craft Committee Arts and Music Programs: Blood Drive, Bluegrass Club, Choir Recreational Athletic Programs: Campus Activities Board, Class Trips, Conditioning, Cross Country, Dog Sledding, Graphic Art and Design Club, Hiking Club, Sea Kayaking, Skiing, Snowboarding, Yoga |
School Notes
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Rothesay Netherwood School (1877) is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for Grades 6 to 12 that offers innovative, world-class learning experiences in a safe and caring school community. We challenge students to be active, compassionate leaders with a global perspective and the determination to make a difference.The academic program at RNS is challenging and comprehensive, yet flexible enough to accommodate each individual student. Providing the support necessary for students to succeed is the hallmark of an RNS education, allowing them to gain the skills, confidence, and independence necessary to be successful in their future endeavours.Students have the opportunity to live and study in an environment where intellectual curiosity, academic achievement, and effort are highly valued. Small class sizes, highly qualified and caring teachers, extra help, compulsory study, and frequent reporting facilitate students' learning. Technology is integrated into the learning process. Students at RNS thrive within today's information technology environment. To complement the stellar academic program, RNS provides opportunities to develop the whole student through arts, athletics, RNS Outdoors activities, local service projects, student exchanges, Round Square International service projects, and the Duke of Edinburgh Program.RNS offers a unique and exceptional experience that is transformative for our students.Why Choose RNS for your Child?
- Rigorous academic program centred on challenge and support
- World-class opportunities to discover passions and develop skills
- Enriched, innovative, and progressive learning cultureLocal and global citizenship
- Safe, diverse, and international school community that emphasizes teamwork and positive relationships
- Extraordinarily committed faculty and staffOutstanding campus, facilities, and learning resources
- Rothesay Netherwood School accreditations: Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), International Baccalaureate (IB), National Association of Independent School (NAIS), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Round Square, Conference of Independent Schools (CIS), Outward Bound Canada
Profile last updated: 03/02/2021
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