With the growth of international students year by year, Canadian high schools are getting more and more attention from parents. However, the most frequently asked question from parents is: Is it better for children to go to a private or public high school? In fact, there are different answers to this question for children with different personalities. Canada is one of the countries with the largest investment in education in the world. Each year, tens of millions of Canadian dollars are allocated to research funds for each of the well-known school boards. So it should be said that Canada takes its high school education very seriously. What are the differences between public high schools and private international schools in Canada? How should Chinese high school students choose to go to high school in Canada? Here is a comparison for you.
Advantages of public high schools
First, there is a very good language learning environment. You should know that there is no charge for locals to go to high school. So 90% of the students in public high schools are locals, i.e. students whose first language is English. This way, domestic students are exposed to an English-speaking environment, which will help them improve their English skills very quickly.
Secondly, the curriculum of public high schools is very rich. In addition to the required courses, such as math, English, history, etc., there are also many elective courses according to the children's personal preferences, such as art, music, poetry, etc.
Third, there are many extracurricular activities. The school often organizes extracurricular activities to learn something from the textbook. For example, in history classes, sometimes teachers may organize trips to museums, where guides and teachers will talk about the history of a certain period of time, and these extracurricular activities are also counted for credit.
Fourth, the infrastructure is excellent. Because the government funds the infrastructure of education, many libraries, lounges, labs, discussion rooms, etc. are available for students and teachers.
Disadvantages of public high schools
There are some inflexible rules in public high schools, for example, schools that start in September every year may close in March, and because of the over enrollment of students, domestic students may not be able to choose the ideal school. Therefore, it is important to remind parents and children to start preparing for school selection in advance. Public high schools do not provide accommodation, so students have to find a local host family. Students who are new to Canada may find it difficult to adjust to the living conditions at first.
Advantages of Private High Schools
The advantages of private high schools are becoming more and more widely recognized by students.
First, private high schools have a very high rate of advancement. Unlike public schools, students in private high schools come primarily from non-native English speaking countries. Because the main goal is to graduate and go to college, the rate of advancement in private schools is very high.
Second, the curriculum is very flexible. There are multiple start dates throughout the year. If you can't make it to one semester, you can defer to the next semester, which is only a few months away. The average private high school starts at least 4 or 5 times a year.
Third, in terms of housing, some private schools offer residency. The semi-enclosed nature of the school also helps students to learn to a certain extent. Students who live in the school are managed by a dedicated staff. Parents are regularly informed and informed of the student's progress.
Disadvantages of Private High Schools
The disadvantage of private high schools is that they are more expensive. However, in Quebec, private schools are still affordable. Parents may want to consider contacting a private school in Quebec.
Parents should consider the type of high school they choose based on their specific requirements.
If you are looking for more opportunities for your child to attend one of Canada's top universities, then a private high school in Canada is a good choice.
If you want your child to integrate into Canadian life as soon as possible and have a rich experience in high school in addition to studying, then a public high school in Canada is the right choice.
If you are concerned about the safety of your child during high school, and want to have someone to take care of your child's room and board so that your child can focus on their studies, then a private Canadian high school with full boarding would be more suitable.
If you want your child to develop independent living and problem solving skills as early as possible, then a public high school in Canada with a homestay family would be a better choice.
A summary is as follows:
People suitable for public high schools:
Students who have just graduated from middle school or are in their first year of high school in China. These students are characterized by having studied little or no exposure to the high school curriculum. Then they have time to integrate well into the local Canadian high school curriculum. After 2—3 years of local high school study, they are able to successfully graduate and go on to their desired university with their local high school grades. This type of student is characterized by having the time and is more receptive to language learning and can accept a relatively relaxed schedule in Canadian public high schools.
People who are suitable for private high schools:
Students who are in their second or third year of high school in China or high school graduates are suitable for private high schools. These students have already taken more than half of their high school courses in China, and can complete their Canadian high school studies in a relatively small amount of time. They are all mainly interested in further education and should complete all intensive elective and required subjects quickly and flexibly. So a high school study period of about 1 to 1.5 years is still ideal for this type of student.
Parents and children can complete their own study abroad path by understanding the characteristics of public and private schools and choosing their ideal school according to their individual and local needs.
Abstract: With the growth of international students year by year, Canadian high schools are getting more and more attention from parents. But the most frequently asked question from parents every time is: Is it better for children to go out to private high schools or public high schools? In fact, there are different answers to this question for children with different personalities. Canada is the country with the largest investment in education in the world ...
With the growth of international students year by year, Canadian high schools are getting more and more attention from parents. However, the most frequently asked question from parents is: Is it better for children to go to a private or public high school? In fact, there are different answers to this question for children with different personalities. Canada is one of the countries with the largest investment in education in the world. Each year, tens of millions of Canadian dollars are allocated to research funds for each of the well-known school boards. So it should be said that Canada takes its high school education very seriously. What are the differences between public high schools and private international schools in Canada? How should Chinese high school students choose to go to high school in Canada? Here is a comparison for you.
Advantages of public high schools
First, there is a very good language learning environment. You should know that there is no charge for locals to go to high school. So 90% of the students in public high schools are locals, i.e. students whose first language is English. This way, domestic students are exposed to an English-speaking environment, which will help them improve their English skills very quickly.
Secondly, the curriculum of public high schools is very rich. In addition to the required courses, such as math, English, history, etc., there are also many elective courses according to the children's personal preferences, such as art, music, poetry, etc.
Third, there are many extracurricular activities. The school often organizes extracurricular activities to learn something from the textbook. For example, in history classes, sometimes teachers may organize trips to museums, where guides and teachers will talk about the history of a certain period of time, and these extracurricular activities are also counted for credit.
Fourth, the infrastructure is excellent. Because the government funds the infrastructure of education, many libraries, lounges, labs, discussion rooms, etc. are available for students and teachers.
Disadvantages of public high schools
There are some inflexible rules in public high schools, for example, schools that start in September every year may close in March, and because of the over enrollment of students, domestic students may not be able to choose the ideal school. Therefore, it is important to remind parents and children to start preparing for school selection in advance. Public high schools do not provide accommodation, so students have to find a local host family. Students who are new to Canada may find it difficult to adjust to the living conditions at first.
Advantages of Private High Schools
The advantages of private high schools are becoming more and more widely recognized by students.
First, private high schools have a very high rate of advancement. Unlike public schools, students in private high schools come primarily from non-native English speaking countries. Because the main goal is to graduate and go to college, the rate of advancement in private schools is very high.
Second, the curriculum is very flexible. There are multiple start dates throughout the year. If you can't make it to one semester, you can defer to the next semester, which is only a few months away. The average private high school starts at least 4 or 5 times a year.
Third, in terms of housing, some private schools offer residency. The semi-enclosed nature of the school also helps students to learn to a certain extent. Students who live in the school are managed by a dedicated staff. Parents are regularly informed and informed of the student's progress.
Disadvantages of Private High Schools
The disadvantage of private high schools is that they are more expensive. However, in Quebec, private schools are still affordable. Parents may want to consider contacting a private school in Quebec.
Parents should consider the type of high school they choose based on their specific requirements.
If you are looking for more opportunities for your child to attend one of Canada's top universities, then a private high school in Canada is a good choice.
If you want your child to integrate into Canadian life as soon as possible and have a rich experience in high school in addition to studying, then a public high school in Canada is the right choice.
If you are concerned about the safety of your child during high school, and want to have someone to take care of your child's room and board so that your child can focus on their studies, then a private Canadian high school with full boarding would be more suitable.
If you want your child to develop independent living and problem solving skills as early as possible, then a public high school in Canada with a homestay family would be a better choice.
A summary is as follows.
People suitable for public high schools.
Students who have just graduated from middle school or are in their first year of high school in China. These students are characterized by having studied little or no exposure to the high school curriculum. Then they have time to integrate well into the local Canadian high school curriculum. After 2—3 years of local high school study, they are able to successfully graduate and go on to their desired university with their local high school grades. This type of student is characterized by having the time and is more receptive to language learning and can accept a relatively relaxed schedule in Canadian public high schools.
People who are suitable for private high schools.
Students who are in their second or third year of high school in China or high school graduates are suitable for private high schools. These students have already taken more than half of their high school courses in China, and can complete their Canadian high school studies in a relatively small amount of time. They are all mainly interested in further education and should complete all intensive elective and required subjects quickly and flexibly. So a high school study period of about 1 to 1.5 years is still ideal for this type of student.
Parents and children can complete their own study abroad path by understanding the characteristics of public and private schools and choosing their ideal school according to their individual and local needs.