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Pickering College

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Tel: (905) 895-1700

16945 Bayview Ave
Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y4X2, Canada

www.pickeringcollege.on.ca

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Pickering College Photo #1 - Independent Co-educational Day and Boarding School

Located on a beautiful 42 acre campus in Newmarket, Ontario, (just 25 miles/40 Km from downtown Toronto, Canada) and rooted in more than 172 years of tradition and values-based education, Pickering College is a co-educational independent day (JK - 12) and boarding school (grades 7 12) accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education.

We offer a secure and nurturing environment that helps each student develop the vision, confidence and leadership skills to help make the world a better and more beautiful place.

100% of Pickering graduates go on to post-secondary education. Our new Global Leadership Program builds on our longstanding mission and community service-oriented approach to education, preparing students with the skills needed to be innovative, entrepreneurial, globally-focussed and ready to tackle complex global issues.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 400 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $60,635
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $27,400
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Pickering College

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1842

Campus Size

42 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

To instil in each individual the ability and responsibility to make the world greater, better and more beautiful than they discovered it.

Student Body

Enrollment

400 students

% International Students

20%

% Students Boarding

25%

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Average Class Size

18 students

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

Summer Program Offered

Yes

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Calculus and Vectors

Tuition & Financial Aid

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$60,635
(International Students ESL learner $58,025)

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$27,400

Tuition international students

$60,635

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

Director of Admissions

Jessie May Rowntree

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine SkiingBadminton

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryEquestrian

Figure SkatingFreestyle Skiing

Ice HockeyMountain Biking

SnowboardingSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

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Colors

Silver, Blue

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

African American Student CaucusDebate Club

Duke of Edinburgh AwardEnvironment Club

Equestrian ClubGardening Club

Lady Phoenix - a cappella groupTechnical Theater Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubCreative Writing Club

Cult Movies ClubDrama Club

Junior Classical LeagueJunior Classics League

Voiceless/Animal Rights Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

A Capella ChoirAdvanced Media Group

Applied Sciences & TechnologiesBadminton Club

Basketball ClubBreakfast Club- Bible study group

Cardinal UndergroundCommunity Service/Outreach

Cross CountryDance Club

Figure SkatingFitness & Training

PEACE - Diversity CelebrationPolitical Groups

Science OlympicsSki/Snowboard Team

School Notes

Our unique fully integrated Global Leadership Program builds on our longstanding mission and community service-oriented approach to education, preparing students with the skills needed to be innovative, entrepreneurial, globally-focussed and ready to tackle complex global issues
Vibrant, warm, and supportive environment where students pursue their dreams and develop life long friendships
Outstanding Leadership, Communication Technology, and Music Programs
24-hour/7-day per week supervised boarding program that includes supervised study periods and full evening and weekend activity program
Full competitive and recreational co-curricular program including Music, Film, Radio, Drama, Figure Skating, Hockey, Equestrian, Soccer, Mountain Biking, Tennis, Swimming and Skiing/Snowboarding
Facilities include 2 residences, health centre, library, dining hall, indoor ice arena, 3 gymnasiums, outdoor 1/4 mile track, 3 grassy sports fields and access to indoor swimming, tennis courts, ski hill, horseback riding and mountain bike trails
Special support services for international students (representing 20 different countries) including academic advising, ESL support and new student orientation
Wireless environment.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pickering College cost?

Pickering College's tuition is approximately $60,635 for boarding students and $27,400 for day students.

What sports does Pickering College offer?

Pickering College offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Ice Hockey, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Pickering College?

The application deadline for Pickering College is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Pickering College Alumni #1
Class of 2011
5.0010/1/2011
University of Houston

The time I spent at Pickering College, provided me with life long experiences that to this day I still look back upon. The unique thing about Pickering College was that we had an astounding Residence. . .