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10/23/2025 Website
08:00-09:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Immigration Support for International Students Join Ridley's Immigration Advisor for an overview of Study Permits, Visitor Visas, Guardianship and more! Learn what documents you need to study at Ridley and how to make your travel to Canada as smooth as possible.
11/15/2025 Website
09:00-10:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda JK–Grade 12 Virtual Open House Interested in a Ridley education? Want to learn more about what it’s like to be a student at Ridley College? Join Ridley’s Headmaster, Heads of School and other community members for a virtual information session covering all aspects of life at Ridley, including boarding, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, guidance and university placement, athletics, arts, activities and wellbeing.
11/20/2025 Website
19:00-20:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Grades 7–8 Ridley’s Multi-Sport Approach Please join us to learn about Ridley’s unique approach to multi-sport participation, how this approach aligns with the IB programme and philosophy, and the ways in which it benefits our student-athletes. This webinar is for families interested in Ridley College's Middle School (Grades 7 and 8).
12/4/2025 Website
09:00-10:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Grades 6–12 Boarding at Ridley Are you considering boarding at Ridley? Join us on December 4th to learn about the unique boarding experience at Ridley College. We will introduce our Deans of Boarding, who will discuss the benefits of boarding and how it fosters independence and responsibility. You’ll hear how our students create a “home away from home” and benefit from our diverse community of students from over 60 countries. We’ll address common parent concerns, including adjusting to boarding life, communication and student wellbeing. Learn about our support systems, safety measures, and the differences between our junior (Grades 6–8) and senior (Grades 9–12/PG) boarding programmes. Our student ambassadors will share their personal experiences, and we’ll end the session with a Q&A session covering topics like daily routines, balancing workload and support for students. We look forward to welcoming you and providing a comprehensive overview of Ridley College’s boarding experience!
1/24/2026 Website
09:00-10:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda JK–Grade 12 Virtual Open House Interested in a Ridley education? Want to learn more about what it’s like to be a student at Ridley College? Join Ridley’s Headmaster, Heads of School and other community members for a virtual information session covering all aspects of life at Ridley, including boarding, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, guidance and university placement, athletics, arts, activities and wellbeing.
2/19/2026 Website
09:00-10:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Parent Panel Are you curious about what it's like to be a part of the Ridley community? Do you want to learn more about the boarding, co-curricular and academic opportunities that Ridley offers? If so, you are invited to join our Admissions team and current Ridley parents for a special online event! In this event, you will hear from our parent panel, sharing their stories and insights about their children's Ridley experience. You will also have a chance to ask them any questions about Ridley's culture, values and programming. This is a great opportunity to glimpse the Ridley difference from those who know it best. Don't miss this chance to connect with the Ridley community and discover why Ridley is more than just a school.
2/26/2026 Website
19:00-20:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Grades 7–8 Wellbeing and Development in Middle Schoolers Please join us in learning about wellbeing at Ridley and our approach to fostering belonging, hope and resilience in our middle school students. This webinar is for families interested in Ridley College's Middle School (Grades 7 and 8).
3/5/2026 Website
08:00-09:00 US & Canada Eastern Time Admissions admissions@ridleycollege.com
Agenda Immigration Support for International Students Join Ridley's Immigration Advisor for an overview of Study Permits, Visitor Visas, Guardianship and more! Learn what documents you need to study at Ridley and how to make your travel to Canada as smooth as possible.

School Overview

“World Prep” is what you find here: an education, programme, and faculty that are born of the new world yet built on our classical roots to offer students a forward-looking and rigorous university preparatory education relevant to the most selective colleges and universities around the globe. Ridley College offers the IB Diploma Programme as well as the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Beyond the academic programme is a diverse co-curricular programme in the arts, athletics, leadership and, most importantly, service. Ridley College holds close to its motto, Terar Dum Prosim, or “May I be consumed in service.” Opportunities for students include over 75 student clubs, activities, and organizations. The many student clubs available include cadets, film club, blockchain technology, debate club, robotics, ski club, model UN and many more. Finally, a number of leadership opportunities exist for students to pursue, both within the clubs but also leadership in the Houses and School Prefects.

Ridley’s historic campus is located 45 minutes from the Toronto Airport and sits near Lake Ontario, a few minutes from Niagara Falls. With over 375+ boarders from over 60 countries, Ridley is Ontario’s largest boarding programme and the third largest in Canada. The campus is 90 acres with the newest facilities, including a new athletic complex, ten boarding houses for boarding students, playing fields, labs, two theatres and modern classrooms with the latest technology.

We welcome the opportunity to host you on campus and assist you in discovering the legacy of a Ridley education. Lace-up your skates and enjoy our NHL-size rink. If theatre is what you love, talk with our drama students. Try your hand at the controls of our robots in the Robotics Lab. Go to Biology class and extract DNA from a strawberry. Attend a House meeting and meet potential friends from across the globe. Talk to our university placement experts. Take a tour. Picture yourself here.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Boarding Tuition
CAD 84635
Day Tuition
CAD 37500
Enrollment
870
International Students
27%
Teacher Student Ratio
1:8
Class Size
18

Matriculation

College Matriculation

(2020-2022)
Ranking University/College Students
艺术 3 Rhode Island School of Design 1 +
#5 Yale University 1 +
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
艺术 10 School of Visual Arts 1 +
#13 Dartmouth College 1 +
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1 +
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1 +
#23 University of Michigan 1 +

Academics

IB

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IB Chinese
IB Chinese B
IB English
IB French B
IB German
IB Spanish ab Initio
IB Chinese
IB Chinese B
IB English
IB French B
IB German
IB Spanish ab Initio
IB Spanish B
IB Business and Management
IB Economics
IB History
IB Psychology
IB Biology
IB Chemistry
IB Computer Science
IB Design Technology
IB Environmental Systems and Societies
IB Physics
IB Analysis and Approaches
IB Applications and Interpretations
IB Film
IB Theatre
IB Visual Arts
IB Theory of Knowledge
IB English A: Language and Literature
IB English A: Literature
IB Music
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Sports

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Badminton
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Gymnastics
Badminton
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey
Rugby
Soccer
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Yoga
Cycling
Dance
Fencing
Rowing
Running
Skiing
Snowboarding
Table Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Weightlifting
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

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Amnesty International
String Ensemble
Yearbook
Chess Club
Community Service
Debate Club
Amnesty International
String Ensemble
Yearbook
Chess Club
Community Service
Debate Club
Diversity Club
Dorm Proctors
Environmental Club
Fencing Club
Film Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Gardening Club
Horseback Riding
International Club
Investment Club
Literary Magazine
Math Club
Model UN
Newspaper
Outdoor Activities
Peer Counseling
Peer Tutoring
Photography Club
SADD
Sailing Club
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Ultimate Frisbee
Weightlifting Club
Yoga ClubAudiovisual Club
Band
Brass Ensemble
Ceramics
Chamber Choir
Chamber Ensemble
Chamber Orchestra
Choral Music
Concert Choir
Creative Writing
Dance
Digital Arts
Drama Club
Filmmaking/Videography
Film Studies
Gospel Choir
Instrumental Study
Jazz Ensemble
Music Theater
Photography
Studio Art
Tech Crew
Theater
Wind Symphony
Chinese Calligraphy
Sketching Club
Tigerpost
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Arts

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Acting
Band
Dance
Directing
Jazz
Music
Acting
Band
Dance
Directing
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Public Speaking
Theater
Voice
Animation
Art History
Ceramics
Digital Imaging
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Sculpture
Studio Art
Video
Woodworking
Art
Debate
Design
Lighting Design
Multimedia
Screenwriting
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Contact Info

http://www.ridleycollege.com
2 Ridley Road St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 7C3 Canada
905-684-1889
admissions@ridleycollege.com

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 6-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1889
Campus Size: 90 acres
Boarding Rate: 66%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Zoom, On Campus, International Admission Visits
Pre Interview: Required Vericant
School Code:
SSAT: 6036
Spots for Chinese Students Next Year: 25 - 30

Frequently Ask Questions about Ridley College

Tell me a bit about Ridley College.
Ridley College is Co-ed private boarding school located in Ontario, Canada. It was founded 1889 , and currently has about 870 students, 27.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.ridleycollege.com.
Does Ridley College have rigorous academic requirements?
Ridley College also have 35% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Ridley College students typically go for their colleges?
In 2020-2022, some students attended Rhode Island School of Design, Yale University, University of Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins University and School of Visual Arts.
What is the application requirement for Ridley College?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Ridley College’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Ridley College?
The total fee for Ridley College in 2024 is CAD 84,635 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@ridleycollege.com .
Where is Ridley College located?
Ridley College is located in the Ontario, Canada.
How popular is Ridley College on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Ridley College is among the most popular schools, within top 476 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Ridley College has been favorited by 21 users.
How do I complete an application for Ridley College?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Ridley College. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Ridley College’s official site: http://www.ridleycollege.com or call them at 905-684-1889.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Ridley College?
Yes, here are few: Buffalo Seminary, Robert Land Academy and Fort Erie International Academy.

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