Why London International Academy?
Families who want a boarding school in a calmer, student-friendly city, rather than Toronto's crowds and costs, look at London, Ontario. The school says it is the only private boarding school in the city offering the IB Diploma Programme.
- IB goal: Families who want an internationally recognized diploma but do not want to give up the security of the OSSD should review this school.
- Mid-sized city: It suits students who prefer a walkable downtown to a large metropolis.
- Flexible start: Students who want to begin at different times of the year have several intake dates.
Reasons: features that set London International Academy apart
The school's official website and IB records show the following.
- OSSD authority: The Ontario Ministry of Education authorizes the school to teach grades 9–12 and grant the OSSD, so graduates receive the official Ontario secondary school diploma.
- IB Diploma Programme: The school is an authorized IB World School offering the two-year IB Diploma, so students can follow a dual pathway aiming for both the OSSD and the IB diploma.
- 14: 1 student-teacher ratio: This is maintained within a student body of 150–200, so teachers can closely follow each student's language and subject needs.
- On-campus residence: The residence is on the same campus as the school, so students walk to class and parents need not worry about daily transport.
- Meal card system: Residence students receive a meal card valid at six international restaurants, so their diet can vary to suit each student's tastes.
- Five starting points: The 2026–27 calendar includes September, November, January and May intakes, plus a July summer session, so enrolment can be timed to visa approval.
- ESL focus: Programs are designed for both international and local ESL students, so language support is built into the academic program.
Cost analysis: what one school year costs
| Item | CAD | When |
|---|---|---|
| OSSD tuition | 30,000 | listed with the annual fees |
| Residence, ten months | 10,000 | per month |
| Meal plan, ten months | 11,000 | per month |
| Application fee | 300 | one-time |
| Headline annual fee with boarding | 51,000 | 2025-26 |
| One-time fees in the first year | 300 | added to the first year only |
The headline fee works out to about CAD 5,100 per school month over a 10-month year, accommodation and meals included. Flights, pocket money, the study permit fee and biometrics are not included.
Fees were compiled in October 2026 and change every school year; confirm the amount with the school before applying.
How this fee compares
At CAD 51,000, this fee is CAD 1,350 below the median of CAD 52,350 among 12 private schools with boarding included.
Outcome: what it means for the student and family
For families, these features mean the following.
- Two-diploma option: Depending on academic strength, a student can aim to graduate with the OSSD alone or with both the OSSD and the IB.
- Safe daily routine: Accommodation, classes and meals are in the same area, so the student's daily movements are predictable.
- Multicultural environment: Students from 25 countries and cultures study together, with English as the shared language.
- Calendar flexibility: Multiple intake periods mean a student does not necessarily lose a full academic year.
Who it suits and what to consider
- Who it suits: Students ready for boarding, aiming for university through IB or OSSD, and preferring a small school community.
- Fee information: The latest schedule on the school's website is for 2025-26: OSSD tuition of CAD 30,000, residence at CAD 10,000 and the meal plan at CAD 11,000 for ten months, which is CAD 51,000 in total. IB Diploma tuition is CAD 35,000. With registration, activity and uniform fees, the school's own OSSD total is CAD 53,400. No 2026-27 schedule had been posted on 11 October 2026, so confirm current fees with the school before applying.
- Location and climate: London is smaller than Toronto and winters are cold. A Study Permit is mandatory, and IRCC decides on it. Students under 17 need a custodian. High school study is exempt from the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL).
Plan your application around the school's suggested arrival dates: for example, the 2026 fall term starts on September 2 and the 2027 winter term on January 4. Let us plan together whether IB or OSSD suits your child and which London International Academy start date is feasible. Contact Canadian Edu Centre for a free preliminary consultation.