Best Schools Rankings

Founded in 2005, Royal Crown School (RCS) has rapidly emerged as a distinctive independent day and boarding school in Toronto’s vibrant Scarborough district. With a current enrollment of approximately 400 students from grades 9 through 12, RCS serves a remarkably diverse international community, where over 90% of students are boarders representing more than 30 countries. The school distinguishes itself through its innovative “Pathway” programs that seamlessly integrate English language learning with academic credit courses, allowing international students to adapt quickly while progressing toward their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Royal Crown’s modern campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support its specialized

Founded in 1842 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), Pickering College is Canada’s only independent day and boarding school rooted in Quaker values. Located in Newmarket, Ontario, the school serves approximately 480 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, including a globally diverse boarding community. The school is renowned for its innovative Global Leadership Program and commitment to character development, emphasizing the Quaker principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. With a 42-acre campus featuring both historic buildings and cutting-edge facilities, Pickering College offers a forward-thinking education that prepares students to become agents of positive change in

Founded in 1857, Albert College holds the distinction of being Canada’s oldest independent co-educational boarding school in Ontraio. Located in the vibrant city of Belleville, Ontario, the school serves approximately 300 students from grades 7 through 12, including a significant boarding population from over 25 countries. A lbert College prides itself on its “5 A’s” philosophy, which emphasizes the balanced development of Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, and Adventure. The school’s intimate size fosters a strong, family-like atmosphere where every student is known and supported. With a historic 25-acre campus featuring modern facilities and a new Innovation Centre, Albert College

Founded in 1891, Ashbury College is a prestigious independent day and boarding school located in Ottawa’s Rockcliffe Park village. With a current enrollment of approximately 865 students from grades 4 through 12, including 150 boarders from over 40 countries, Ashbury offers both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The school’s 13-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including the recently completed La Brier Family Vista, which provides stunning views of the Ottawa River. Ashbury is known for its strong academic results, with IB scores consistently above the global average and graduates attending top universities worldwide.

Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) has established itself as one of Canada’s premier independent boarding schools, consistently ranked among the Best Boarding Schools in Ontario. Located on a stunning 315-acre waterfront campus on Lake Katchewanooka in the Kawarthas, LCS offers a transformative educational experience that uniquely balances academic rigor with extensive outdoor leadership programs. The school is renowned for its close-knit community atmosphere and its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. Notably, LCS holds the distinction of being King Charles III’s former school, adding to its prestigious reputation. With approximately 430 students in grades 9-12, including about 275 boarders