Longbridge Academy Private School

• Location: Aurora, Ontario, Greater Toronto Area, Canada,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: blended.

Longbridge Academy is a high school located in the economic and cultural center of Canada, Toronto. Longbridge Academy offers a high-quality education based on the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum, preparing students for admission to top universities around the world.

Longbridge Academy is attended not only by local but also by international students. Every year, about 130,000 students come to Canada to gain competitive knowledge and skills, develop their English language proficiency in an English-speaking country. The staff and teachers of Longbridge Academy sensitively care for each student, offering comprehensive assistance, modern teaching methods and extracurricular academic support.

The teaching staff of Longbridge Academy is represented mainly by masters and doctors of science (PhD) with many years of teaching experience. Their main approach to education is individual attention to each student, which allows them to maintain their progress on time and help them solve difficulties.

International students feel as comfortable as possible at Longbridge Academy , as each of them is offered additional ESL language support upon admission. Daily classes and communication with a mentor will help the student adapt to English-language education, learn the material more easily, quickly perceive conversations by ear and replenish the vocabulary. The ESL curriculum adapts to the student's level of knowledge, supporting them in achieving their goals. Small-group instruction is available.

Another advantage of studying at Longbridge Academy is the format of online classes, which will allow students to complete the program, solve problems, and monitor their progress remotely. To earn a final diploma, students must take several courses remotely to be prepared for today's educational opportunities in the future. Longbridge Academy offers both in-person and online classes. The school offers more than 50 online courses, with the option to take a single course for credit or complete a full diploma program. Foreign students can study from any country. Materials are available around the clock, and learners can work at their own pace, with up to one year to complete a course. Each unit sets out learning goals, curriculum requirements, and the estimated time needed. Teachers provide regular feedback, help develop study skills, monitor progress, and send reminders when needed.

To earn a diploma, most students must complete 30 credits: 17 compulsory and 13 elective, along with at least 40 hours of community involvement. The final course grade is based on 70% term work and 30% final evaluation. The school regularly reviews progress in required subjects and electives. Compulsory subjects include English, mathematics, science, Canadian history and geography, the arts, French, health and physical education, civics, and career studies.

• Students meet the literacy requirement by passing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) or completing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course. The latter is an open course, coded OLC4O, available in Grade 12, and develops the cross-curricular literacy skills assessed by the OSSLT,
• The OSSLT is usually taken in Grade 10 and assesses the minimum literacy standard expected by the end of Grade 9. Preparation begins in Grades 9–10 through reading, short writing assignments, news and article analysis, practice questions, and mock tests. If a student needs to retake the test or pursue the literacy course, counselors work with the family to agree on the next steps,
• In SNC2D, students carry out a virtual frog dissection and observe red blood cells through a virtual microscope,
• In ICS4U, student teams manage a large software development project from planning through final review.

Starting in Grade 9, the principal and a guidance counselor help students develop a four-year study plan based on their future goals. University admissions counseling is free for full-time students, including those studying online. Counselors help students use OUAC — Ontario's university application system. This includes creating an account, selecting programs, and entering course information. The school prepares official transcripts and helps students request teacher recommendations. Once admission offers arrive, counselors help families compare options, scholarship opportunities, and types of further study. For students considering college, they explain the types of credentials available and opportunities for a later transition to university. They also provide help with OCAS — Ontario's college application system. This covers submitting an application, creating an account, and choosing programs and campuses. Requirements for future programs, including specific Grade 11–12 subjects, minimum grades, portfolios, and tests, are matched with students' school course choices. Foreign students receive help with assessing prior qualifications, language requirements, and admissions documents.

Longbridge Academy has an academic department to educate high school students and prepare them for university. It serves Grades 9–12.

The school also has a summer education department, which organizes short-term seasonal courses.

Students who need special attention in the learning process are offered a service of individual curriculum planning. An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a special education plan that outlines the strategies or additional support a child needs. An IEP helps track and evaluate a student's progress and is modified as their needs change. A plan is developed within 30 days of a student being enrolled in a special education program, but it can also be developed for students who have not been formally identified as having special educational needs but who need additional support. Parents are consulted in the development of the IEP and receive a copy; The plan is reviewed and updated at least once during the reporting period.

The Longbridge Academy Residence is a modern building with four-star apartments, offering students a safe and stress-free living environment. The residential building is open all year round, including during the holidays.  Boys and girls are accommodated on different floors, occupy mainly double rooms with access to shared bathrooms, a small kitchen, a living room. Residents of the residence can also use the swimming pool, fitness rooms are free of charge, it is comfortable to get to school by school bus. Staff live next door to the students, ensuring safety, cleanliness and assistance around the clock.

The residence is open all year round, and meals in the dining room are also available throughout the year.

Another option for accommodation is to stay with a host family of locals. All families are regularly checked, Longbridge Academy is focused on providing the best living conditions. Basically, foreign students are accommodated in host families, for whom it is important to be in an English-speaking environment, to study the culture and traditions of Canada. The composition of the family can be different: from one to several people, including children. A student at Longbridge Academy is provided with a separate bedroom, three meals a day and comprehensive support. Assistance is provided not only by family members, but also by a school coordinator who lives nearby.

Students will be able to devote a large amount of time to developing personal interests thanks to a balanced schedule. Staff and teachers wholeheartedly support each pupil, providing them with a variety of opportunities to gain new experience and favorite activities.

On a regular basis, collective events are held on campus: sports, creativity, volunteering, public speaking, exhibitions and much more. Students have the opportunity to show their skills not only to classmates and teachers, but also to invited speakers, representatives of influential institutions and organizations. The school helps students choose volunteer activities and keep track of their hours.

Excursions occupy an important place in the leisure activities of students: studying the surrounding natural beauty, architecture, local cuisine and attractions, the pupils of the school immerse themselves in the everyday life of Canada, expand their horizons. They will have to visit not only the iconic places of the capital and its regions, but also pay attention to entertainment in amusement parks, cinemas, and shopping centers.

In April 2025, Longbridge Academy hosted a conference on the benefits of the French language in Canada. It brought together about 30 participants, including French learners, newcomers to the country, and members of the local education community. The event featured two female guest speakers with expertise in immigration and professional development.

• A fully accredited institution,
• 100% admission to universities,
• 99% of students and parents are satisfied with the education, services and approach to learning,
• Earning an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) upon graduation,
• Short-Term Summer Programs,
• Language support for international students,
• Small classes,
• Full-time and part-time study options.

The Longbridge Academy campus is located in a quiet area surrounded by hiking trails, shady alleys and walking areas. On the educational territory there are academic, office buildings, in which everything is equipped with the latest technology: interactive whiteboards, computers, audio and video systems, air conditioning and heating, laboratory equipment and much more await students! From lecture halls and specialized laboratories to gyms, swimming pools and outdoor grounds, the Longbridge Academy campus will be able to meet not only the academic but also the leisure needs of students.

The school also has a conference room.

The academic year at Longbridge Academy is divided into five semesters, starting in September. Since the school is open almost all year round, the admissions committee accepts applications five times: winter, spring, summer, and fall.

An approximate list of additional costs:

• Registration fee,
• Accommodation in the residence,
• Storage fees,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Pocket money.

Foreign students pay a one-time administrative fee. It covers the assessment of prior learning, the creation or transfer of the Ontario Student Record (OSR), assignment of an Ontario Education Number (OEN), diploma issuance, and help with university and college applications.

Longbridge Academy Admission Procedure:

• Filling out the application form,
• Payment of the entry fee,
• Submission of required documents,
• Obtaining an official invitation to study, with the help of which you can apply for a visa,
• Passing small entrance exams in the main subjects, English,
• Payment of the full cost of the program,
• Arrive at the campus to sign documents, be accommodated in residence and start your studies.

Admission of new students is carried out on the basis of full compliance with the entrance requirements, subject to the availability of vacant places in classes.

Upon completion of their studies, each graduate receives an OSSD diploma, which allows them to continue their academic path in leading English-speaking institutions around the world. High school students prepare hard for the process of admission to the university in advance, so almost 100% of them get places in the chosen specialties.

You can enroll at Longbridge Academy in September, December, April, July, and August. Prospective students should submit:

• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit,
• Copies of the latest academic transcripts from Grade 9 to the present,
• Summary of goals, achievements already made, individual needs and abilities.

All documents must be translated into English and certified by the responsible authorities. Children should also apply for guardianship if they are under the age of 18.

Individual courses have the following prerequisites:

• AVI4M requires Grade 11 Visual Arts at the university/college preparation level,
• ENG4U requires ENG3U or NBE3U,
• HSB4U requires any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities,
• ICS4U requires ICS3U,
• MCV4U requires MHF4U,
• MDM4U requires MCF3M or MCR3U,
• MHF4U requires MCR3U or MCT4C,
• SBI4U requires SBI3U, while SCH4U has SCH3U as its prerequisite,
• AVI3M requires an open Grade 9 or 10 Visual Arts course,
• ENG3U and EPS3O require ENG2D,
• MCR3U requires MPM2D,
• SBI3U, SCH3U, and SPH3U require SNC2D,
• ENG2D requires ENL1W or ENG1D,
• MPM2D requires MTH1W or MPM1D,
• SNC2D requires SNC1W, SNC1D, or SNC1P,
• The prerequisites are ESL Level 1 for ESLBO, Level 2 for ESLCO, Level 3 for ESLDO, and Level 4 for ESLEO. Equivalent preparation is accepted at each of these levels,
• There are no prerequisites for BBB4M, BOH4M, CGW4U, HFA4U, HHS4U, BAF3M, ICS3U, PPL3O, AVI2O, CHC2D, CHV2O, PPL2O, AMU1O, AVI1O, CGC1W, ENL1W, GLS1O, MTH1W, PPL1O, SNC1W, TIJ1O, ESLAO, or FSF1D.

The school reviews report cards and transcripts from other Ontario or Canadian schools to confirm prerequisites. Ontario credits earned at other inspected schools are transferred and recorded. Courses from other provinces and recognized programs may qualify for equivalent credit. For foreign students pursuing a diploma, the school assesses relevant courses completed abroad for credit and may waive prerequisites for a chosen course after reviewing their records. Eligible mature students can use Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).

Every year, the school presents scholarships, which are awarded to students with outstanding abilities in academics, sports, creativity or social activities.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision