StudyCanada guide · reviewed October 2026
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Choose a secondary school in Canada by clicking on the map or selecting a province from the drop-down menu. For all secondary schools in Canada click here.
Secondary Schools in Canada
There are numerous private, independent and publicly funded secondary
schools in Canada. Students can choose to study intensive English
or, an integrated academic and English program. For those with strong
English language skills there are various academic programs, which
can lead to a secondary school diploma
Private Secondary Schools in Canada
Private schools exist in every province and provide an attractive
alternative for families seeking an overseas education for their
children. Many of Canada's business and political leaders are graduates
of well-established private schools. All private schools must be
registered with the Ministry of Education in their province or territory,
and must meet the curriculum and other standards set by their respective
ministries. Families can choose schools that are boys-only, girls-only
or co-educational. Some private schools offer full boarding programs,
others are day schools, and many offer both. Many private schools
adhere to a particular religious faith, emphasize particular moral
teachings and apply rigorous academic standards.
Public Secondary Schools in Canada
Many Canadian public schools are now accepting international students
into their programs. Publicly-funded schools are managed at the
local level by elected school boards. Almost all public schools
are co-educational and offer day programs only. Many school boards
offer secular or non-religious education while others have religious
affiliations. However, this varies from province to province. Policies
on accepting international students and the fees charged vary from
district to district.
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