Rothesay Netherwood School
- Why
- Those seeking a Canadian majority · Those aiming for the IB
- Because
- Balanced student body · Half boarding · IB programme
- Result
- Real language environment · Recognised diploma · Team experience
- Benefit
- Mid-market price · CAD 650 below the median, with IB and boarding with supervised study
- Cost
- CAD 89,000 (headline annual fee with boarding) · about CAD 8,900 per school month
Why Rothesay Netherwood School?
Families who want their child to use English for real, in a school where most students are Canadian rather than international, often choose RNS. The school offers a small, balanced boarding community in Atlantic Canada. Its CAIS accreditation is a quality assurance showing that it is reviewed against national standards.
- Those seeking a Canadian majority: Families who want an environment where about a quarter of students are international and the rest come from Canada.
- Those aiming for the IB: Students who want to enter the IB Diploma Programme for their final two years.
- Those wanting a small community: Families looking for a school of 300 students where teachers know everyone.
Reasons: verified features that set RNS apart
- Balanced student body: About half the students are from New Brunswick, a quarter from other provinces and a quarter from abroad, so international students have to speak English in daily life.
- Half boarding: About 50% of students board, so the campus stays lively in the evenings and at weekends, and boarders are not a minority.
- IB programme: The school is an IB World School, offers 31 IB courses and runs the Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12, so students can choose subjects by interest.
- Small classes: The student-teacher ratio is 7:1 and the average class has 16 students, so each student's development is closely followed. The school reports giving scholarships to 32% of its students.
- Single campus: The 125-acre site has four residence buildings, a science building, a theatre, an ice rink, sports fields and a health centre, so students spend their day on campus.
- Easy travel: The campus is 10 minutes from downtown Saint John and its airport. The school arranges airport transport for unaccompanied students, which makes travel days easier.
- Round Square: As a Round Square member, the school lets students take part in the events of this international school network.
Cost analysis: what one school year costs
International boarding is CAD 89,000 per year for Grades 6-10 and CAD 90,030 for Grades 11-12 in 2026-27.
| Item | CAD | When |
|---|---|---|
| International boarding, Grades 6-10 (annual) | 89,000 | listed with the annual fees |
| International boarding, Grades 11-12 (annual) | 90,030 | listed with the annual fees |
| Registration fee for new international students | 4,000 | one-time |
| Headline annual fee with boarding | 89,000 | 2026-27 |
| One-time fees in the first year | 4,000 | added to the first year only |
The headline fee works out to about CAD 8,900 per school month over a 10-month year, accommodation and meals included.
Laptop, uniform, trips and health insurance are not included and are paid separately; day and homestay fees not stated.
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 89,000, this fee is CAD 650 below the median of CAD 89,650 among 24 CAIS schools with boarding included.
Outcome: what this structure gives the student
- Real language environment: Living with Canadian peers develops both academic and everyday English. International students come from the US, Germany, Korea, China, Japan and the UK.
- Recognised diploma: The IB Diploma is a qualification known worldwide; universities make the admission decisions.
- Team experience: With 30 teams across 17 sports, nearly every student plays on a team. In winter the campus pond becomes an outdoor ice rink.
- Community awareness: The school reports more than 10,000 hours of community service a year, introducing students to volunteering.
Benefit analysis: what the investment buys
The student works toward the New Brunswick High School Diploma plus International Baccalaureate (IB), taught and assessed by certified Canadian teachers.
Every lesson, club and team runs in English, which turns English into a working language rather than a school subject.
On-campus boarding with supervised study time, meals and weekend activities inside one community.
Outdoor Education let the student build a profile beyond grades.
A Canadian transcript, teacher references and extracurricular record that Canadian and international universities review directly.
Cost–benefit at a glance
| Measure | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Annual investment | CAD 89,000 | Headline annual fee with boarding, from the cost analysis above |
| Per school month | CAD 8,900 | Over a 10-month school year |
| Price position | −CAD 650 | vs. median CAD 89,650 · 24 CAIS schools with boarding included |
| Specialty programs | 2 | International Baccalaureate (IB) and Outdoor Education |
| Living arrangement | Boarding | Included in the cost analysis where the school publishes it |
| Language support | Immersion | No separate ESL program in our data; we confirm with the school |
| Value verdict | Mid-market price |
Priced in line with the median across 24 CAIS schools with boarding included. The decision rests on fit: IB and boarding with supervised study rather than price.
Who it suits and what to consider
- Cost: The 2026-27 international boarding fee is CAD 89,000 for Grades 6-10 and CAD 90,030 for Grades 11-12. New international students pay a CAD 4,000 registration fee. Laptops, uniforms, trips and health insurance are paid separately. Confirm current fees with the school.
- Location and climate: Rothesay is a small town, and flights connect through Toronto or Montreal. Winters are snowy and cold. This suits students who want a quiet setting but is a limitation for those who want city life.
Let us assess together how well RNS fits your child's language level and IB goals. You can book a free preliminary consultation with Canadian Edu Centre.