Private Schools in Ontario are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best Private Schools in Ontario, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.
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Why choose a private school in Ontario?
There are many good reasons why a growing number of families choose private schools for their children. Private schools, in fact, don’t only provide strong academic programs in the perfect studying environment with smaller classes and outstanding campuses, but also offer a large choice of extra-curricular activities such as sports, arts, music, and athletics. Furthermore, private schools are adapting quickly to changes in technology and culture and it's not a coincidence that these schools are responsible for producing many leaders in politics, business, and society.
Why study in Ontario?
Ontario is a prosperous flourishing land of opportunity located in central Canada. Its largest city, Toronto is Canada's financial center and it is also said to be the most multicultural city in the world because half of its population was born abroad. Ontario’s most important cities (Toronto, Ottawa, Thunder Bay etc.) are well known for being lands of tolerance and coexistence, and for hosting a wide number of International and Private Schools. The province is known for its high ratings for education and moving there with your family will give your children a great opportunity to learn in one of the best educational systems of the world.
Why choose a school in Ontario?
Together with its cultural variety, the province is also known for its natural diversity thanks to its beautiful parks and lakes, vast forests and the world-famous Niagara Falls. These factors contribute to making the province very appreciated by local people, tourists, and expats. This year Canada ranked first in the "Quality of Life” category of the U.S. News & World Report, which took in consideration a variety of sub-factors including its political and economic stability as well as its high ratings for health care and public safety.
Top rated Private Schools in Ontario 2025
This Private Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
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2025North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
3 reviewsBoca Raton - FloridaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 62650 to 68250 usdAN EXTRAORDINARY COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS At North Broward Preparatory School, students are inspired to learn without limits and go beyond any border to make an impact in the world.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Newington College
0 reviewsSydney - New South WalesInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 24390 to 42201 audNewington College is a comprehensive Early Learning Centre (ELC) to Year 12 Day and Boarding school located in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1863, we are more than 160 years in the making and, as a Uniting Church school, offer high-quality education and a diverse co-curricular program to primary and secondary school students across four spacious campuses.Why parents choose this schoolChristianCambridge Curriculum International Baccalaureate OtherADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025American International School Vienna
0 reviewsVienna - AustriaInternational Schoolfrom 12000 to 23000 eurSet within the rich cultural context of Austria and the beauty of the Vienna woods, the American International School Vienna is one of the top international schools in the country.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025H-FARM International School
1 reviewsVicenza - VenetoInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 9500 to 21000 eurH-FARM International School is a day & boarding school offering three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) within a stunning and innovative 50-hectare campus, located minutes away from Venice, Italy.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Fairfax Christian School
1 reviewsSterling - VirginiaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 30000 to 47800 usdThe Fairfax Christian School is the first K–12 school to receive the Presidential E–Award from the U.Why parents choose this schoolChristianAmerican Curriculum -
2025French International School of Hong Kong (Lycée Français International de Hong Kong)
0 reviewsHong Kong Island - Hong KongInternational Schoolfrom 135000 to hkdCulturally French, Globally Minded – Established in 1963, the French International School of Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong’s first International Schools, and was the first school in Hong Kong to offer the IB Diploma. A world IB School – FIS is a through-train dual-language international school in Hong Kong boasting over 2700 students across 4 campuses. FIS […]
Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchBritish Curriculum Cambridge Curriculum French Curriculum International Baccalaureate Other -
2025Prince of Wales Island International School
0 reviewsBalik Pulau - George TownInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 30,000 to 60,000 myrWelcome to Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS). We offer a broad and balanced education based on a British-style curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS)
5 reviewsShanghai - ChinaInternational Schoolfrom 161975 to 275600 cnyThe Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) is a forward-looking school that has been inspiring young people from around the world since 2006.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong
0 reviewsPudong - ShanghaiInternational Schoolfrom 266000 to 390000 cnySince 2003, Dulwich Pudong has been a leading international school in Shanghai with a strong academic reputation.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual Chinese EnglishBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Hypha International School
0 reviewsLisbon - PortugalInternational Schoolfrom 10495 to 12000 eurHypha is an innovative and specialized international school nestled in the Sintra-Cascais National Park with a unique offering. We blend an evidence-based, innovative approach to academics with nature immersion, in a warm and nurturing setting. We are currently accepting learners 3 – 4 and 5 – 8 years old, for pre-primary and primary school, respectively. […]
Why parents choose this schoolCambridge Curriculum Montessori Other -
2025Virtus College, The British Sixth Form
2 reviewsMadrid - SpainInternational Schoolfrom 23000 to 24000 eurVirtus College, The British Sixth Form College is an innovative Sixth Form College devoted to academic excellence and holistic education. We specialise in A-level with an average of 5 students per class.Why parents choose this schoolBritish CurriculumADHD Autism Dyslexia -
2025International School of Los Angeles
0 reviewsBurbank - Los AngelesInternational Schoolfrom 19995 to 24900 usdThe International School of Los Angeles (LILA) is a non-profit, independent, international school committed to bilingual education and academic excellence in a nurturing environment.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchAmerican Curriculum French Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Lincoln International Academy
0 reviewsSantiago de Chile - ChileInternational Schoolfrom 3418785 to 6117390 clpLincoln International Academy is a co-ed, day school with a high academic standard and a solid training in the English language.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English SpanishFinnish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
0 reviewsShanghai - ChinaInternational Schoolfrom 163600 to 359100 cnyYCIS Shanghai marks our first footprint in the Chinese mainland. Over the past 30 years, the school has expanded with six campuses across Puxi, Pudong and Lingang, offering a unique education pathway and competitive international curriculum for expatriate children aged 2 – 18.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual Chinese English SpanishAmerican Curriculum British Curriculum Cambridge Curriculum OtherIntellectual Giftedness -
2025Georgia School Ningbo (GSN)
3 reviewsNingbo - ZhejiangInternational Schoolfrom 115000 to 155000 cnyGeorgia School Ningbo (GSN), is licensed by the Zhejiang Province Ministry of Education and is the first licensed independent school for international families in the Ningbo region.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum -
2025The Metropolitan School of Panama
0 reviewsPanama City - PanamaInternational Schoolfrom 10974 to 18123 usdThe Metropolitan School of Panama is a private IB World school and the only the only school in Panama and Central America to offer the International Baccalaureate’s continuum of programs in English.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025St. Stephen's School Rome
0 reviewsRome - LazioInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 28960 to 49413 eurAn IB World School located in the heart of Rome. A connected community driven by our 5 core values of Scholarship, Integrity, Creativity, Independence, and Care.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong
0 reviewsPudong - ShanghaiInternational Schoolfrom 131193 to 375196 cnyFor over 20 years, NAIS Pudong has welcomed our students into a diverse international community, motivating them to achieve the best academic results and to attend the top universities in the world.Why parents choose this schoolChinese EnglishBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate
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Parent and Student Reviews of Private Schools in Ontario
- In 2021 we found H Farm International School thanks to Worldschools. It was love at first sight. We left our beautiful Castellammare di Stabia to embrace the project of raising our two children Chloe and Ruben in an international environment, surrounded by greenery with a strong vocation for entrepreneurship and innovation. After 3 years we are happy with the choice motivated by the jumps of joy of the children who want to go back to school, as soon as they have left it. Thank you Worldschools, Thank you H FarmWritten August 5, 2024
- We have been parents here at Fairfax Christian for the past three years. We now have a child in each level of the school, lower, middle and high school. The school kept our children safe and in school during the tumultuous time of the pandemic and we will be forever grateful. We have been blessed with teachers who are attentive and care about the character and education of our children. The challenging curriculum, diverse student population and a Christian education will keep our family at Fairfax Christian.Written April 22, 2024
- As a parent of a 7th grader attending GSN, I feel very grateful that my son has an opportunity to be a member of a school that is based on love, respect, and kindness. Thank you for creating a community in which every child feels special, for creating an academic environment which lets kids conquer the world and for giving big dreams to little ones.Written February 25, 2023
- This is a very warm school, the relationship between teachers and students is not so much teachers and students, but more like family. I have two children who have been studying in this school since kindergarten. In addition to learning knowledge and achieving good results, what is more difficult is to learn equality, help, and care in an international environment. GSN provides all of it.Written February 25, 2023
- Moving my two kids (secondary and primary) to GSN was definitely one of the best decisions we have made. GSN is without a doubt the best school in Ningbo I will ever have the pleasure of having contact with. GSN stands out well above any other school in every possible area (After School Activities, Tribes Program, facilities, etc). It is also the strong team of staff throughout the school and their sheer dedication to their job that will allow my kids to continue to grow and develop in their best way!Written February 25, 2023
- My family and I have been embraced and welcomed by WISS community with open arms and we look forward to being a part of this family for many years to come.Written February 25, 2023
- My children have lived in many different countries and attended many different international schools, they are the happiest they have ever been.Written February 25, 2023
- I like the way WISS supports art and creativity. Kids are encouraged to develop their talent in all topics, from music to theatre, from painting to dancing, as well as all the other subjects, and they can express themselves in multiple ways.Written February 25, 2023
- We like WISS because of its community. The multi-cultural atmosphere has given everyone, especially our son, the awareness, appreciation, and respect that they need when encountering different kinds of cultures in their lives. But the best thing about the school is how their education is integrated with the world and with current events. What they learn isn’t kept in their books, but it is often applied in their daily lives.Written February 25, 2023
- It’s amazing here. There are so many people from all over the world and we are really engaged and involved in the WISS community and really feel it is our family here. We really like the method of teaching and the way the kids learn because it’s not just working in a very academic way. Its working on projects in a group and it’s really focused on teamwork.Written February 25, 2023
- I loved participating in Macy Sullivan’s class. It let us explore concepts that we don’t usually cover in everyday classes. Like all of the guest artists who participate in the Juilliard collaboration, she has so much information and unique insight when teaching that made the class a very educational and enjoyable experience.Written February 25, 2023
- Teachers are great here. In other schools that I’ve gone to, they never taught like here. At North Broward Preparatory School, they focus on you as an individual.Written February 25, 2023
- In 2021 we found H Farm International School thanks to Worldschools. It was love at first sight. We left our beautiful Castellammare di Stabia to embrace the project of raising our two children Chloe and Ruben in an international environment, surrounded by greenery with a strong vocation for entrepreneurship and innovation. After 3 years we are happy with the choice motivated by the jumps of joy of the children who want to go back to school, as soon as they have left it. Thank you Worldschools, Thank you H FarmWritten August 5, 2024
- We have been parents here at Fairfax Christian for the past three years. We now have a child in each level of the school, lower, middle and high school. The school kept our children safe and in school during the tumultuous time of the pandemic and we will be forever grateful. We have been blessed with teachers who are attentive and care about the character and education of our children. The challenging curriculum, diverse student population and a Christian education will keep our family at Fairfax Christian.Written April 22, 2024
- As a parent of a 7th grader attending GSN, I feel very grateful that my son has an opportunity to be a member of a school that is based on love, respect, and kindness. Thank you for creating a community in which every child feels special, for creating an academic environment which lets kids conquer the world and for giving big dreams to little ones.Written February 25, 2023
- This is a very warm school, the relationship between teachers and students is not so much teachers and students, but more like family. I have two children who have been studying in this school since kindergarten. In addition to learning knowledge and achieving good results, what is more difficult is to learn equality, help, and care in an international environment. GSN provides all of it.Written February 25, 2023
- Moving my two kids (secondary and primary) to GSN was definitely one of the best decisions we have made. GSN is without a doubt the best school in Ningbo I will ever have the pleasure of having contact with. GSN stands out well above any other school in every possible area (After School Activities, Tribes Program, facilities, etc). It is also the strong team of staff throughout the school and their sheer dedication to their job that will allow my kids to continue to grow and develop in their best way!Written February 25, 2023
- My family and I have been embraced and welcomed by WISS community with open arms and we look forward to being a part of this family for many years to come.Written February 25, 2023
- My children have lived in many different countries and attended many different international schools, they are the happiest they have ever been.Written February 25, 2023
- I like the way WISS supports art and creativity. Kids are encouraged to develop their talent in all topics, from music to theatre, from painting to dancing, as well as all the other subjects, and they can express themselves in multiple ways.Written February 25, 2023
- We like WISS because of its community. The multi-cultural atmosphere has given everyone, especially our son, the awareness, appreciation, and respect that they need when encountering different kinds of cultures in their lives. But the best thing about the school is how their education is integrated with the world and with current events. What they learn isn’t kept in their books, but it is often applied in their daily lives.Written February 25, 2023
- It’s amazing here. There are so many people from all over the world and we are really engaged and involved in the WISS community and really feel it is our family here. We really like the method of teaching and the way the kids learn because it’s not just working in a very academic way. Its working on projects in a group and it’s really focused on teamwork.Written February 25, 2023
- I loved participating in Macy Sullivan’s class. It let us explore concepts that we don’t usually cover in everyday classes. Like all of the guest artists who participate in the Juilliard collaboration, she has so much information and unique insight when teaching that made the class a very educational and enjoyable experience.Written February 25, 2023
- Teachers are great here. In other schools that I’ve gone to, they never taught like here. At North Broward Preparatory School, they focus on you as an individual.Written February 25, 2023