Primary and Secondary Education
Canadian schools boast an unrivaled enriching educational environment and is constantly ranked amongst the top 3 Educational Systems in the whole world. Apart from Quebec, schools that teach students up to grade 8 are known as Primary Schools, and Secondary Education means grades 9 to 12. School starts with kindergarten at ages 4 or 5 and hours generally run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Canadian schools are divided into Public Schools and Private Schools, with both delivering the same curriculum and being able to accept international students. For residents of Canada, Primary and Secondary Education is free; however, international students must pay an annual tuition fee of approximately CAD 12,000 to CAD 14,000. In most parts of the country, students could choose to study in English, French or both.
