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Elmwood School

Canada, Ottawa

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$18,800 - 37,650
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 385
Type Girls School
Opened 1915
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Elmwood School is an independent all-girls school in Ottawa, Ontario, founded in 1915. Serving approximately 385 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, Elmwood is the only school in the Ottawa region to offer all three levels of the International Baccalaureate programme. With an average class size of 15 students, the school combines the IB framework with the Ontario curriculum. The Class of 2024 achieved a 100% university acceptance rate, with CAD 15 million in scholarship offers and 46% pursuing STEM-related programmes. Elmwood is an Apple Distinguished School, one of only 19 in Canada, and is ranked among the top 25 private schools in the country. Students from 47 countries participate in 38 sports teams, 65 clubs, and a four-house system.

261 Buena Vista Rd, Ottawa, ON K1M 0V9, Canada

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The Essentials

Elmwood School has 385 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
261 Buena Vista Road, Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa, Ontario, K1M 0V9, Canada

Stages
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 (ages 3 to 18)

Type
Independent all-girls day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Students from 47 countries are represented, creating a diverse international community

Additional learning support
Learning support services available for students with individual needs

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

School day structure
Full-day programme with optional before-school and after-school care available

Bus service
Transportation service is available for a separate fee
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Elmwood School ranges from CAD 18,800 to CAD 37,650 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition for 2026/27 ranges from CAD 18,800 (Pre-Kindergarten) to CAD 37,650 (Grades 1-12). An enrollment fee of CAD 4,000 to CAD 5,000 applies.
Academics

Elmwood School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Elmwood is the only school in the Ottawa region offering all three levels of the International Baccalaureate programme: the IB Primary Years Programme, the IB Middle Years Programme, and the IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum exceeds the expectations of the Ontario provincial curriculum and is evaluated by the IBO, Ontario Ministry of Education, and CAIS.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size of 15 students with 40% of faculty holding advanced degrees

Exam Results
Class of 2024: 100% university acceptance rate, CAD 15 million in total scholarship offers, 46% pursuing STEM-related post-secondary programmes

Higher Education Progression
University and Academic Counselling department guides all students. 100% of graduates are accepted to university with substantial scholarship offers.

Gifted and Talented
The full IB programme provides rigorous academic challenge. 46% of recent graduates pursued STEM-related programmes at university.
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Applications are accepted for the 2026-27 academic year. A non-refundable application fee of CAD 150 is required. Contact admissions at (613) 749-6761.

Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are available. The Class of 2025 received CAD 15.2 million in total scholarship offers for university.

Waitlist
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