The Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) provides a welcoming, fully inclusive and safe environment for all of our students and their families. With an emphasis on academic excellence, Thames Valley schools provide rich learning environments with innovative arts programs and student leadership opportunities.
Located within two hours of Toronto – Canada’s largest city – and Detroit, U.S.A., TVDSB is one of Ontario’s largest public school boards, serving a 200-km region, including London and other vibrant cities.
More than 80,000 students attend 130 elementary and 27 secondary schools where they are taught by award-winning teachers who deliver the highest quality of education. We’re within easy reach of many post-secondary, cultural and employment opportunities for our graduates.
As a public education provider, TVDSB offers a full range of programs and services focused on student success. Thames Valley students have access to the latest technology resources and our graduates are consistently among the top entrants to university and college programs.
The Settlement Workers in Schools program in London helps newcomer students and families get acquainted with schools and all the programs they have to offer: www.tvdsb.ca/swis.
The Thames Valley learning community inspires innovation, embraces diversity, and celebrates achievements – a strong foundation for all students
Program Established: 2014
Programs Offered: Full Year, 1 Semester
Specialized Programs: Sports, Music, Aviation, Cosmetology, Robotics, Film and Broadcasting, Music, Performing Arts, STEM/STEAM, Visual/Digital Arts.
Language(s) of Study: English
Total number of schools: 157
High schools for international students: 27
Total Students: 80,750
Total International Students: 450
International Students Accepted for Grades: K-12
Nearest Airport: London International Airport
London, Ontario, Canada is a thriving community that draws students and visitors from around the world. The city is an exciting place in which to live, work and learn with culture, entertainment, dining, shopping and fun for the whole family.
The largest urban centre within the Thames Valley District School Board, London is Ontario’s sixth largest city with a population of 450,000. The city offers outstanding public education and world-class post-secondary and research institutions including Western University, Ivey School of Business and Fanshawe College. The city has created a rich history of research excellence, medical advancements and access to quality health care through Lawson Health and Robarts research institutes and the Ivey International Centre for Health Innovation.
Devoted to economic development, London offers exciting job opportunities in a number of sectors – including manufacturing, technology, tourism and entrepreneurship.
London is safe, friendly and easy to navigate. Two hours from Toronto – the nation’s largest city – and close to the U.S. border and three of the Great Lakes, the region’s location brings everything within easy reach.
The Thames Valley District School Board provides an enriching learning environment. A wide range of extra-curricular activities round out the student experience and create opportunities for new friendships. These activities include a wide variety of clubs and groups such as band, dance, vocal music, chess, debate, computer, drama and the student council.
Thames Valley students excel at local, national and international science fairs, technology skills challenges, robotics competitions, the arts, as well as math and literary contests.
There is something for everyone. From environmental clubs to student government, our schools are committed to empowering our students to become responsible, engaged citizens. And, of course, there are school dances, field trips, pep rallies and assemblies so that students can come together to share school pride and spirit.
We build each student’s tomorrow, every day.
A wide range of extra-curricular activities round out the student experience and create opportunities for new friendships. These activities include a variety of clubs such as band, dance, vocal music, sports, chess, debate, computer, drama and the student government.
Thames Valley students excel at local, national and international science fairs, technology skills challenges, robotics competitions, the arts, as well as math and literary contests.
There is something for everyone. From environmental clubs to student government, our schools are committed to empowering our students to become responsible, engaged citizens. And, of course, there are school dances, field trips, pep rallies and assemblies so that students can come together to share school pride and spirit.
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Entrance Dates: September & February
Application Deadlines: No formal deadline
Application Fee: $250
Full Year Tuition Fee: $14,500 Elementary (K-8); $15,000 Secondary (Grades 9-12)
Medical Insurance: $500
Homestay/Custodianship: $15,690
Transcript Validation: $75
All funds are in Canadian dollars
General Inquiries Email: international@tvdsb.ca
Website: tvdsb.ca/studycanada
Mailing Address: 1250 Dundas Street
City: London
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: N6A 5L1
Phone: 519-452-2117
Fax: 519-452-2396
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