Building Tomorrow’s Leaders

Experience a world-class education with wellbeing at heart. 

At Ridley College, we do things differently. Learning doesn’t end when the bell rings; students engage in physical activity before learning, and teachers do more than instruct students; they champion for them. 

This is only a small part of what it looks like to study in a positive education and Visible Wellbeing™ school, where students apply the science of wellbeing to unlock their learning and achieve their full potential.  

And their hard work pays off. Our students become lifelong learners who go on to attend prestigious universities around the world, carrying with them the values and habits they need to live a flourishing life. 

Ridley College — With you for life.

Ridley at a Glance

• Founded in 1889
• Located in St. Catharines, Ontario, part of the stunning Niagara Region 
• Bus transportation for day students living within 50 km of our campus 
• Enrollment: 870 students from over 60 countries 
• Small class sizes with an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio 
• First Visible Wellbeing™ School in North America 
• Day school (Kindergarten to Grade 12) and boarding school (Grades 6 to 12) available 
• Choose from the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or complete both. 

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A Ridley education brings out your child’s potential. Since 1889, we’ve prepared students for service to the world, combining inquiry-based learning, physical education and community to inspire flourishing.

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Advice for Future Students

The best advice is the advice that comes from those with lived experiences. In this video, our students share their experiences and how your child can make the most out of their time at Ridley.

Virtual Campus Tours 

We know that travelling to our campus isn't possible for some of our prospective families. That's why we offer different ways for you to tour our campus, no matter where you call home. 

Step into our latest virtual tour, where 360-degree panoramas bring our spaces to life. Dive into detailed descriptions of each space's purpose, helping you imagine your family seamlessly integrated into our vibrant community.

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Preparing Tomorrow’s Global Leaders 

Our mission is to inspire flourishing lives that transform our globe. From Kindergarten to Grade 12, we provide an exceptional, student-centred approach to learning that’s focused on cultivating wellbeing. 

Ridley College is the only International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum boarding school of its kind in Canada. Students learn through a challenging yet supportive educational philosophy that promotes curiosity, leadership, service to others, global responsibility, and inquiry-based learning.  

Our distinguished approach to learning is enhanced by the science of wellbeing education, where each student is uniquely known, supported, and cared for. 

With You For Life

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