St. Andrew's College
- Why
- Those seeking a boys' school · Those who want to progress with AP
- Because
- OSSD and AP together · AP Capstone · Four boarding houses
- Result
- Flexible university route · Maturity · Holistic development
- Benefit
- Mid-market price · CAD 990 below the median, with AP and boarding with supervised study
- Cost
- CAD 88,660 (headline annual fee with boarding) · about CAD 8,866 per school month
Why St. Andrew's College?
Families who want their son to balance sports, arts and academics, and to do so in a large boarding community, look at SAC. The school offers a campus close to Toronto but away from the bustle of the city. CAIS accreditation shows that the school is reviewed against national standards.
- Those seeking a boys' school: Families who prefer an environment dedicated to boys. The school admits boys only, from Grade 5 to Grade 12.
- Those who want to progress with AP: Students who want to support the OSSD with university-level courses. AP exams serve as the measure of that goal.
- Those wanting proximity to Toronto: Families looking for a location with easy access to the airport and the city. The campus is on Yonge Street and easy to reach.
Reasons: what sets St. Andrew's College apart
- OSSD and AP together: While earning the Ontario diploma, students can prepare for both Canadian and US universities at the same time through AP courses.
- AP Capstone: This research- and seminar-focused program lets students develop academic writing and presentation skills while still in high school.
- Four boarding houses: Three are for the Upper School and one for the Middle School, with one set aside for Grade 9. Younger students live with their own age group.
- Layered supervision: Heads of House, residential staff, duty teachers and student captains serve in the houses, so a student has more than one adult to turn to.
- Leadership and outdoor education: Through the McEwen Leadership program and Outdoor Education, students take on responsibility outside the classroom as well.
- Accessible location: The campus is about 40 km north of Toronto, so city trips and family visits are easy to plan.
- Weekend program: Trips to Niagara Falls and Mont-Tremblant and outings to NBA games are organised, so boarders' weekends are full.
Cost analysis: what one school year costs
International boarding tuition is CAD 88,660 per year for 2026-27, plus a CAD 1,500 technology fee and a CAD 1,250 personal services fee.
| Item | CAD | When |
|---|---|---|
| International boarding tuition (annual) | 88,660 | listed with the annual fees |
| Technology fee | 1,500 | listed with the annual fees |
| Personal services fee | 1,250 | listed with the annual fees |
| New student registration fee | 7,000 | one-time |
| Headline annual fee with boarding | 88,660 | 2026-27 |
| One-time fees in the first year | 7,000 | added to the first year only |
The headline fee works out to about CAD 8,866 per school month over a 10-month year, accommodation and meals included.
Medical insurance through the school is mandatory for students without Ontario health insurance; amount 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 88,660, this fee is CAD 990 below the median of CAD 89,650 among 24 CAIS schools with boarding included.
Outcome: a balanced and disciplined high school experience
- Flexible university route: The combination of OSSD and AP supports applications in different countries. Recognition in the student's home country is handled by that country's education authority.
- Maturity: The house system gives students order, responsibility and solidarity. These habits are also useful in a university residence.
- Holistic development: The school emphasises academics, arts, sports and character education together, so students can try themselves out without being confined to one area.
- Brotherhood: The large boarding community builds lasting friendships that continue after graduation.
Benefit analysis: what the investment buys
The student works toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) plus Advanced Placement (AP), 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 88,660 | Headline annual fee with boarding, from the cost analysis above |
| Per school month | CAD 8,866 | Over a 10-month school year |
| Price position | −CAD 990 | vs. median CAD 89,650 · 24 CAIS schools with boarding included |
| Specialty programs | 2 | Advanced Placement (AP) 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: AP and boarding with supervised study rather than price.
Who it suits and what to consider
- Cost: The 2026-27 international boarding fee is CAD 88,660. To this are added CAD 1,500 for technology and CAD 1,250 for personal services. New students pay a CAD 7,000 registration fee. Confirm current amounts with the school. Medical insurance through the school is mandatory for students without Ontario health coverage.
- School type: SAC admits boys only. Aurora is a small city and winters are cold and snowy. Families who want a co-educational environment should consider other schools.
If you are considering SAC for your son, you can book a free preliminary consultation with Canadian Edu Centre. SSAT preparation and the application timeline can be planned together.