Ridley College was founded in 1889 and became co-educational in 1973
Largest boarding programme in Ontario, Canada Canada's first co-educational IB continuum boarding and day school
Distinguished university placement 14 different athletic teams, and over 75 clubs and activites
Over 150 different high school courses 24-hour security on campus
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Quick Facts (2026)
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Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
Ridley College
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (51勛圖厙)
6-12, PG
Grades Offered (Day)
PK-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Supports (LD)
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1889
Campus Size
90 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Terar Dum Prosim
Student Body
Enrollment
870 students
% International Students
28%
% Students 51勛圖厙
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
18 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Number of IB Courses Offered
25
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
35%
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
n/a
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(51勛圖厙 Students)
(51勛圖厙 Students)
$76,600
(*Domestic Upper School Tuition 2025)
(*Domestic Upper School Tuition 2025)
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$46,225
(*Upper School Tuition 2025)
(*Upper School Tuition 2025)
Tuition international students
$87,500
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
Merit Scholarships Offered
Admissions
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Accepts Standardized Application ( and/or )
Associate Director of Admissions
Mrs. Jenna Cameron
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
17
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Hank the Tiger
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
19
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Admissions AssistantsAmnesty International Club
Athletic Therapy AssistantsDebate Club
Duke of Edinburgh AwardEntrepreneurial Club
Gender EquityGolf team
Intramural teamsSchool Reach
Tiger Tribune NewspaperVEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
98%
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school located on a beautiful 90-acre campus in St. Catharines, Ontario. Students in JK through Grade 12 are engaged in an energetic, challenging, and forward-thinking academic programme, as well as a diverse extracurricular programme in the arts, athletics, leadership and community service.
- Ridley is one of a few IB continuum boarding schools in North America and also offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
- With over 375 boarders from 60+ countries, Ridley has the largest boarding programme in Ontario and boasts a traditional house system, integrating both boarding and day students into ten houses on campus. In this way, Ridley provides all students with a perfect balance of global cultures and a uniquely Canadian experience.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- David Dodge - Former Governor of the Bank of Canada
- Colm Feore - Actor
- Sam McGlone - Canadian Triathlete
- Raine Maida - Musician
- Peter Gzowski - Journalist
- Michael Sabia - Former CEO and President of Bell Canada (BCE)
- John Crossingham - Musician
- Sophie & Katherine Kallinis - Owners and reality TV stars of DC Cupcakes
- Bruce Croxon - 'Dragon' on CBC's Dragons' Den - Co-founder of Lavalife
- Nicholas Paine - Co-founder of Lavalife
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ridley College cost?
Ridley College's tuition is approximately $76,600 for boarding students and $46,225 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Ridley College?
Ridley College famous alumni include: David Dodge, Colm Feore, Sam McGlone, Raine Maida, Peter Gzowski, Michael Sabia, John Crossingham, Sophie & Katherine Kallinis, Bruce Croxon and Nicholas Paine.
What sports does Ridley College offer?
Ridley College offers 17 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
Does Ridley College offer a summer program?
Yes, Ridley College offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for Ridley College?
The application deadline for Ridley College is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Alumni Reviews Review School
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Ridley is one of those places that feels like its own world. The campus is massive and beautiful, right on the lake and there's this sense of history everywhere you go. But what made it. . .
Ridley let me dive into service work in ways I didn't expect. Three years meant two major international trips that changed how I think about everything. Guatemala and Thailand weren't tourism or resume stuff. We. . .
I only had two years at Ridley but honestly they were packed. Coming in for grades 11 and 12, I needed somewhere that would actually let me do finance seriously instead of just taking business. . .
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