School Overview
At Ridley, “World Prep” means an education that blends classical roots with a forward-looking approach — preparing students for success at the most selective universities worldwide. Our rigorous academic programme includes both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, ensuring every student is equipped for global opportunities.
Learning at Ridley goes far beyond the classroom. Students immerse themselves in a vibrant co-curricular life that spans the arts, athletics, leadership and — true to our motto, Terar Dum Prosim (“May I be consumed in service”) — meaningful service. With more than 75 clubs and activities, there’s something for every interest: from cadets and debate to robotics, film, blockchain technology, ski club and Model UN. Leadership opportunities abound, whether through clubs, House life or as School Prefects.
Our historic campus, just 45 minutes from Toronto Pearson Airport and minutes from Niagara Falls, is home to Ontario’s largest boarding programme — and the third largest in Canada — with 370 boarders representing over 60 countries. Spanning 90 acres, Ridley offers state-of-the-art performance and studio spaces, a newly renovated athletic complex, ten boarding houses, expansive playing fields, modern science labs, two theatres and classrooms equipped with the latest technology.
We invite you to experience Ridley for yourself. Lace up your skates and glide across our NHL-sized ice surface. Take the spotlight in our theatre and experience the magic of performance. Programme a robot and watch it come to life in our Robotics Lab. Join a Biology class and extract DNA from a strawberry. Attend a House meeting and meet future friends from around the world. Plan your future with our postsecondary placement experts. Take a tour and imagine your future at Ridley.
Learning at Ridley goes far beyond the classroom. Students immerse themselves in a vibrant co-curricular life that spans the arts, athletics, leadership and — true to our motto, Terar Dum Prosim (“May I be consumed in service”) — meaningful service. With more than 75 clubs and activities, there’s something for every interest: from cadets and debate to robotics, film, blockchain technology, ski club and Model UN. Leadership opportunities abound, whether through clubs, House life or as School Prefects.
Our historic campus, just 45 minutes from Toronto Pearson Airport and minutes from Niagara Falls, is home to Ontario’s largest boarding programme — and the third largest in Canada — with 370 boarders representing over 60 countries. Spanning 90 acres, Ridley offers state-of-the-art performance and studio spaces, a newly renovated athletic complex, ten boarding houses, expansive playing fields, modern science labs, two theatres and classrooms equipped with the latest technology.
We invite you to experience Ridley for yourself. Lace up your skates and glide across our NHL-sized ice surface. Take the spotlight in our theatre and experience the magic of performance. Programme a robot and watch it come to life in our Robotics Lab. Join a Biology class and extract DNA from a strawberry. Attend a House meeting and meet future friends from around the world. Plan your future with our postsecondary placement experts. Take a tour and imagine your future at Ridley.
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School Stats
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Current school
Boarding Tuition
CAD 87500
Day Tuition
CAD 46225
Enrollment
874
International Students
25%
Teacher Student Ratio
1:8
Class Size
18
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2022)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 + |
| #9 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 + |
| Art #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 + |
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Reviews
A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
08/24/2022
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Sport is an integral part of life at Ridley. Every student participates in some form of physical activity daily. Competitive sports include soccer, basketball, hockey, rowing, swimming, and volleyball. Ridley's elite programs, which include hockey, rowing, and basketball, consistently produce champions each year. The school's athletic program encourages athletes to become "triple threat players," meaning they focus on mastering individual skills, developing leadership abilities, and cultivating interpersonal skills.
Ridley's arts program aims to awaken students' inner muse by exploring their creativity and skills in drama, music, and visual, digital, and spoken arts. All students have the option to work in studios, perform in ensembles, act on stage, and explore their creative talents after the academic day concludes.
Ridley's arts program aims to awaken students' inner muse by exploring their creativity and skills in drama, music, and visual, digital, and spoken arts. All students have the option to work in studios, perform in ensembles, act on stage, and explore their creative talents after the academic day concludes.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
08/24/2022
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At Ridley, digitized learning tools enhance student learning outcomes. All students entering upper grades participate in the Tiger FACT program and are required to own a Macintosh laptop, an indispensable tool for their studies at Ridley. Utilizing the school-wide wireless network and laptops, students have direct access to digital information for research and problem-solving both inside and outside the classroom. Furthermore, the school's tech help desk is centrally located within the school building, assisting students, teachers, staff, and administrators with technical issues and providing troubleshooting advice.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
08/24/2022
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Ridley College's academic program is undoubtedly challenging, as it is a school renowned for comprehensively preparing students for university. Assignments and essays are often tailored for university-level courses, and the format and timing of exams mirror those of university examinations. Achieving good grades at Ridley is by no means easy. The faculty consists of experienced teachers, many of whom hold advanced degrees. Teachers are very willing to help students, and class sizes typically do not exceed 20-25 students, making it easy for students to engage in class. Ridley College boasts strong science and arts programs, housed in a new building equipped with the latest equipment and facilities. Computers are an integral part of Ridley's academic curriculum, helping students learn and prepare for university.
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A FindingSchool User
4 / 5
06/21/2022
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The children had a very pleasant time at this middle school, with a rich variety of activities. Some alumni even consider it a beautiful memory after graduating. Academic requirements are quite strict, and there are half-day classes on weekends. Some typical boarding high school issues are unavoidable (e.g., socially adept students might get better scores, or those good at sports and music are more popular). The school offers a lot of support to students; they can stay at school during short breaks. For longer holidays, the school can help find local families or students can arrange their own Chinese homestay in Toronto, with options to suit different budgets. The practical outdoor activities for IB courses are excellent (reaching as far as New York), and the school also invites some celebrities to give lectures. It's quite convenient to eat out and shop nearby. School management is relatively strict, and there are access cards.
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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 874 students, 25.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.ridleycollege.com.
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 87,500 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 .
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 473 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Ridley College has been favorited by 21 users.
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Also it is highly recommended to visit Ridley College’s official site: http://www.ridleycollege.com or call them at 905-684-1889.
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