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International Students

A Tailored Canadian Pathway to University

2024-25 Academic Year: registration is now open! Request a call-back from Admissions to learn more.

Blyth Academy is a private school in Ontario, Canada with eight physical campuses and two virtual campuses. Each campus is designed to be a community of 75-150 students with small class sizes, multiple intakes, personalized learning and unparalleled teacher support. International students make up 15% of our overall student population. 

Blyth Academy offers specially tailored programs for international students at all of its schools. Students will be immersed in Canadian culture while receiving personalized instruction, ESL support (if required) and specialized University pathway planning, ensuring they have the best chance for admission to their first choice University and a successful academic career.  

Blyth Academy offers high school (Grades 9 –12) at all our campuses, as well as elementary school (Grades 5 – 8) at Blyth Academy Burlington and Blyth Academy Downsview Park, and middle school (Grades 6 - 8) at Blyth Academy Whitby. 

We are passionate about preparing international students for post-secondary study with 90% accepted into top choice of college or university. Our students have gone on to attend universities, both domestic and abroad including:

  • University of Toronto - #1 Canadian University Rankings 2021
  • McGill University (Montreal) - #2 Canadian University Rankings 2021
  • University of British Columbia - #3 Canadian University Rankings 2021
  • University of Edinburgh - #16 World University Rankings 2022
  • New York University - #18 North American University Rankings 2022
  • Columbia University (New York) - #19 World University Rankings 2022

Welcome Ivan.
An international student from China who has found a unique and supportive pathway to Canadian universities.

Get to know Ivan

University Pathway

Our dedicated staff and individualized learning environment work to enhance academic achievement and prepare all students for university. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) earned at Blyth Academy is globally accepted and highly respected. Students can apply as a domestic student through the Ontario Universities’ Application Center (OUAC) with support of our expert guidance staff.

Flexible Scheduling

Our four-term structure enables students to progress through their English language development and coursework towards graduation with great flexibility in choice and pace. Students can join our school at the start of each new term (September, November, February and April).

Small Class Sizes

We have an average class size of 12 students, which allow for more rigorous, personalized learning and fosters a more participatory environment.

Student Support

We have a small student to guidance counsellor ratio which allows for extensive support with academic needs and preparation for post- secondary studies.

ESL Support

We offer excellent ESL courses to prepare students for TOEFL and other literacy tests. The courses are offered full-time at Blyth Academy Mississauga and Blyth Academy Downsview Park and can be taken as a private one-to-one course at other campuses.

Athletics Programs

We have two elite athletic programs that integrate advanced sports training with academic study. These programs are available at our Blyth Academy Burlington, Blyth Academy Downsview Park and Blyth Academy London campuses.

University Success

98%

of Blyth Academy students are accepted into post-secondary programs

90%

of Blyth Academy students are accepted to their top choice college or university

85%

of Blyth Academy students receive partial or full scholarships to post-secondary institutions

What Our Students Are Saying

Blyth is a school with a wonderful study environment and kind staff. Everyone at Blyth is helpful and friendly, including teachers, the academic advisor, and the principal. In class, teachers always provide useful knowledge and are helpful when students have questions. The academic advisor always provides accurate information in order for you to achieve your academic goals. The principal is approachable. The schedule of classes is flexible for students. The course content is logical and clear for students to understand. All in all, Blyth is an irreplaceable option for students studying abroad.

Jeremy Zhu, Mississauga Student

Coming to Blyth Academy Ottawa in Grade ten and being able to catch up grade 9 online at the same time was nowhere near as stressful as I thought it would be. The small class sizes helped me get into the class work and I learnt so much more than I would have in a bigger class. The guidance team is so full of support I never have to feel I am alone when it comes to contacting universities or applying for my future education!

Sophia Kay, Ottawa Student

Blyth Academy helped me a lot with university applications. Our guidance counsellor Ms. Pedersen is the best counsellor in my life; she is so nice and professional at helping students with academic suggestions! I got 10 acceptance offers from Canadian universities when I graduated, and I am now studying commerce at the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University.

Tian Xu, London Student

    Want to become a Blyth Academy student?

    Our Admissions Team can help! Reach out to us today:

    Nicole Cavanaugh
    International Student Recruitment Leader

    Email Nicole