Private school application

Difference between public school and private school

Canada has two education systems, public and private . What are the differences between the two education systems? What are the advantages of each? What are their respective characteristics? Should you choose a public school or a private school? If you choose a private school, how expensive is the private school tuition? Is it worth the price to pay for it? And to apply for a private school, what kind of school should I choose, and how should I apply?

Before answering these specific questions, let’s first analyze the difference between these two types of schools.

1. Enrollment in public schools and private schools is different

For most public schools, as long as you can provide proof of residency within the school district, you can send your child to the public school. And this rule inspires parents to find a good school district house for their children . As a Chinese, the concept of education first is even stronger, which makes Canada, especially in school districts rich in educational resources , hot in housing, and prices continue to rise. Many parents are willing to "move three times" in order to enter an ideal school. Now , many of the top - ranked elementary schools are often overcrowded, leaving many schools without places, and even if you move into the ideal school district, there may be waiting lists on the Waiting List.

Private schools are not restricted by living areas and conditions. When a child applies to a private school and is accepted, the child can be admitted to that school. Some private schools have dormitories to meet the needs of some international students whose parents are not around.

The difference in teaching methods between public and private schools

Teaching in public schools, especially elementary school, from grade one to grade eight, in many cases most subjects in a class, such as English, mathematics, science, and music , are all handled by one teacher , similar to Chinese class master.

The education model of private schools usually has more changes, and many private schools are equipped with different teachers according to the teaching subjects .

The advantage of being in charge of a teacher is that the teacher has a good understanding of each course of the students, and can have a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of each student, and provide suggestions. Teaching by multiple teachers is similar to that in China, and teachers may be able to conduct more professional teaching and research in this subject. Both teaching methods have their own merits.

3. The focus of public schools and private schools is different

Most of the funds of Canadian public schools come from the government. Usually, the funds given by the government are relatively sufficient, so the campus environment, teacher resources and funds are guaranteed. The school has a standard and standardized education syllabus, and completes teaching tasks in accordance with the requirements of the Education Bureau. Teachers Strong and stable teaching team. Usually, students can supplement their interests and specialties outside the standard teaching tasks by choosing extracurricular classes.

Private schools are uneven . The campus environment and the allocation of teacher resources depend on the adequacy of school funds. There is a big difference between top private schools and ordinary private schools. Good private schools often have their own characteristics, some focus on art, and some focus on sports. Top private schools tend to focus on the development of students' amateur interests and hobbies, can provide richer student activities, and are good at discovering children's hobbies and talents in areas other than learning.

4. Tuition and operating funding sources vary widely between public and private schools

Since Canadian public schools do not charge tuition fees for local students , in addition to purchasing real estate in the school district and paying part of the property tax every year for education in the school district, the additional expenses for families are not large. The operating funds of public schools mainly come from government grants, and other sources are less , but the funds are usually guaranteed. The rights and interests of teachers in public schools are guaranteed by the teachers' association, and the salaries and benefits are relatively ideal. Therefore, the overall quality of the teaching staff is relatively high and stable.

The operating funds of private schools mainly come from tuition fees and parent donations, so the funding situation varies. Private schools can conditionally select students and support school operations and expenses by charging high tuition fees . But the burden on parents also far exceeds that of public schools.

Generally speaking, in the ranking of secondary schools in Canada's provinces published annually by the Fraser Institute, private schools seem to have a higher ranking advantage than public schools , but this ranking also needs to be viewed rationally and objectively.

Before answering these specific questions, let’s first analyze the difference between these two types of schools.

5. Take BC as an example to analyze:

First of all, the number of students in each grade of public schools is far more than that of private schools, and some are even more than four or five times that of private schools. Therefore, when calculating the average test score (Average exam mark) and the test failure rate (Percentage of exam failed), which are the main factors of the ranking, it is quite disadvantageous for public schools.  

Second, retention rates and graduation rates are also two important factors that are detrimental to rankings. For public schools, due to the inability to select students through examinations, the level of students is uneven, and the number of students is large, it is almost inevitable that some people will fail to graduate or repeat grades. In addition , since private schools usually do not accept new immigrants, new immigrant students basically can only choose public schools. When new immigrants first arrive, due to poor English or return, etc. , the graduation rate and repetition rate data will be affected to a certain extent. affects public school rankings.

Third, public school teachers are trained, assigned and assessed by the Education Bureau, and their level is usually basically stable. Therefore, the ranking of public schools is not so much a difference in education level, but a difference in the source of students. Some school districts where parents are highly educated, or have a special emphasis on education, usually rank higher in that school district. However, it can often be found that top students can appear in any school. This is because of the same level of teachers. The unevenness of students' situation is more from students and families themselves, rather than from teachers. The high ranking of some private schools is also due to the strict screening of students and families, not necessarily because of the higher level of teachers.

Generally speaking, new immigrants to Canada prefer public schools. Because public schools can provide free E LL English courses, children will not be under too much learning pressure, and there are relatively more classmates to contact. Good private schools usually only accept children whose English is already barrier-free. Children who do not speak English well, even if they barely enter a private school, will have greater academic and social pressure. In the case of students with no special needs, it is usually recommended to give preference to top -ranked public schools. Canadian public school education is among the top in the world, surpassing the United States. As Canadian taxpayers, children are eligible to enjoy free, high-quality Canadian compulsory education. Moreover, public schools are closer to the real society, and there is not much comparison and discrimination, which is more beneficial for new immigrant children to make new friends and integrate into society . And if the child has health and learning problems and needs special help, public schools are also recommended. The government often provides public schools with dedicated services for students with special needs, who can apply for special assistance and support staff. These children are usually not easily discriminated and excluded in public schools.  

However, if the child has special talent and talent needs that cannot be met by the standardized public education system , the corresponding private school can be selected. In addition, if the child 's self-discipline is very poor, strict private schools may be able to provide some help .

All in all, when choosing a Canadian school, don’t follow suit, believing that the most expensive is the best, or that a good school district must be the best. Generally speaking, the fit is the most important . At the same time, proximity is also the first choice, which is conducive to the communication and connection between children and neighbors. After all, neighbor children are usually in the same school district, and the friendship of going to and from school together is a very precious memory of school days.

Parents and children can complete their own study abroad journey by understanding the characteristics of public and private institutions, and choosing the ideal school according to different people and local conditions.

Classification of private primary and secondary schools

1. Private aristocratic schools

The curriculum is closely arranged and adopts the closed management of boarding system. Most private secondary schools have cooperative plans with universities, and the success rate of entering universities is higher.

2. Christian/Catholic private schools

The school has a strict school spirit and strict management system. Some schools offer religious subjects or hold religious activities that do not force students to participate.

3. Private International Schools

Mainly international students, the admission requirements are relatively flexible, and ESL courses and after-school tutoring are provided.

application time:

· Ordinary private schools, high schools and primary schools: the admission period is more flexible, roughly divided into September, January, May and July

Aristocratic schools, high schools and primary schools: Generally, admission is only in September. It is recommended to start preparations at least one year in advance. Private schools generally start accepting applications in October. The application period is 4-8 weeks and ends at the end of December.

Application conditions

Application conditions

(1) Transcripts showing mid-term and final-term subjects in the past three years, some private schools require SSAT and other scores;

(2) Public schools have no language score requirements, and some private schools require students to have the ability to participate in interviews;

(3) The current proof of school attendance, some schools need to provide recommendation letters.

cost

School application fee: ranging from 200-400

Tuition: Private school tuition ranges from $10,000 to $20,000

Visa Application

1. Passport: a passport with a validity period of more than nine months from the return date. The old version must be signed on the last page of the passport. If you have an old passport, please provide it together.

2. Photo: 1 photo of the past six months, size: 35mm X 45mm.

3. ID card: Please make a copy of the front and back sides of the ID card on A4 paper.

4. Account book: The original copy of my account book.

5. Under the age of 18, a guardianship statement from parents and Canadian guardians is required  

6. Canadian School Admission Letter: A copy of the admission letter from the Canadian School Admissions/Registration Office, showing the exact tuition fee amount required by the applicant, the expected start and end time of study and the latest registration date for the applicant. And the enrollment period has not expired.

7. If studying in Quebec: If you plan to study in Quebec, submit a valid Quebec Acceptance Letter (CAQ)

8. Experience report: a copy of the medical examination form provided by the designated medical examiner (if the medical examination has been completed)

9. Notarization of high school: Notarized copy of high school graduation certificate, and notarized copy of transcripts stamped with the official seal of the high school registration office. If you are studying in high school, please provide a notarized copy of the proof of study and the notarized copy of the transcript. The proof of enrollment must be printed on the official letterhead of the school, and must include the following information: Applicant's name, grade, school's address, contact information, and the school's official seal;

10. Notarization of documents: notarization of all graduation certificates, notarization of qualification certificates (if any)

11. Notarization of University Certificates: Notarized copies of all university or college degrees that have been obtained, as well as transcripts of all current courses. If still not graduating, please indicate the expected graduation date and what degree, qualification or certificate will be awarded.

12. No criminal certificate: Notarized certificate of no criminal record. After the applicant reaches the age of 18, if he has lived in a country or region other than China for six consecutive months or more, he must obtain a police certificate of no criminal record from the country or region.

13. Study Plan: The study plan mentioned in the Study Permit Guide.

14. Proof of tuition fee: Provide proof that the tuition fee for the first year has been paid, or provide a deposit proof that the existing funds can pay the tuition fee of the first year.

15. Notarization of kinship relationship: If the funds are provided by parents, it is recommended to provide notarization of kinship relationship.

16. The financial certificate of the investor:

(1) The proof of income should be printed on the official letterhead of the work unit, signed and stamped by the person in charge of the company, and the date and the following information should be specified: Name, position, entry time, income in the last two years, whether there is any bonus or additional income .

(2) Payroll bills in the past six months to one year.

(3) Parental tax receipts The original tax payment receipts of the parents’ respective personal income tax in the last 12 months issued by the local tax authority, including the name of the taxpayer and the amount paid under the name of the taxpayer.

17. If one or both parents own or partially own a company, please submit:

(1) Notarized business license.

(2) Recent tax payment receipts.

(3) The company's financial audit report and capital verification report for the previous financial year.

18. Proof of funds: Proof of funds reflecting the accumulation history of funds for at least twelve months:

(1) The original bank deposit certificate issued within the last two months is recommended to be frozen for 3 months (it is sufficient to cover the visa review period);

(2) The passbook or deposit certificate corresponding to the deposit. If it is a card, print the running bill for the past six months.

19. Auxiliary assets:

(1) Proof of financial management such as stock and fund transaction records;

(2) Proof of fixed assets such as real estate certificate and motor vehicle registration certificate.

20. Written description of sources of household funds: Write an explanatory letter stating where the household income comes from. Such as: wages, stock funds and other investments, business transactions, real estate transactions or leasing; in addition, if relevant supporting documents can also be attached to the application.

21. If the applicant is employed: The original employment certification letter, including the employer's full name, address and telephone number; the applicant's employment period, position, income in the last two years, whether there is any bonus and additional income.

22. Application Forms: – IMM1294 Form – Application for a Canadian Study Permit – Family Information Form (IMM5645E) – Education and Employment Details Form – Dependents Form and Education and Employment Details Form Mother-Father

Note: If submitting an online application, the following requirements must be met for submitting documents

1. All documents must be notarized in English or translated

2. The scanned copy of the passport is the entire passport,

3. Scanned documents need to be in PDF format

4. digital photos

5. The guardianship document is divided into two (applicable to minor students), the first one needs to be notarized by the guardian in Canada, and the second one needs to be notarized by the applicant's parents in China

6. Proof of contribution is the most important document:

According to the requirements, the available funds are: stocks, funds, bank deposits and bank flow, of which the bank flow needs to have regular credits to represent regular salary income, and other capital contributions that can be notarized should be notarized as much as possible.