1. The Canadian education system is divided into 3 forms

Depending on the province or territory in Canada, children may start primary school as young as 4 years old and complete high school when they are 18 years old.

Accordingly, the Canadian education system is divided into 3 levels:

• Primary school: for children from 5 to 12 years old.  

• High School: for children between 12 and 18 years old.

• Post-secondary: open to anyone over the age of 18 who can apply to attend a post-secondary school.

For preschool age, the Canadian government does not require children to go to school, depending on the family's care conditions, parents send their children to school or keep them at home. 

The Canadian education system consists of Primary, Secondary and Post-secondary

2. Semester at Canadian schools

Each province and territory in Canada has its own start and end times for the school year. However, it usually starts in September and ends in June. School hours are usually from 8 am to 3 pm, or later. Students study Monday through Friday. 

All students and students have 2 months of summer vacation. There are annual holidays on Christmas (December) and Easter (April) every year.

3. Characteristics of schools in Canada

Currently, the Canadian education system from primary to post-secondary will be divided into two groups of schools, public and private. Public schools are those that are funded from the state budget and managed by the provincial government. As for private schools, the curriculum will be more proactive and flexible than public schools, but the quality and curriculum still have to be approved by the provincial government.

Public and private schools in Canada have their own advantages

 

Advantages of the public and private school system in Canada: 

Public schools

Private school

Outstanding education quality (up to 95% of Canadian parents send their children to public schools) Recognized by the provincial government The curriculum is approved by the provincial government The teachers have been tested by the government There are programs of study based on the student's beliefs such as in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario; There are professional education, fine arts and sports programs Ranked high in the world on standardized tests in English, math and science Attractive tuition fees

There is a school for boys/girls only There is a school dedicated to religion Curriculum according to British, French or other international standards There are schools specializing in arts, sports… Smaller classes with rich learning resources Modern and diverse facilities to meet all learning and entertainment needs of students

4. Classes in Canada are taught in 2 languages

Canada uses two main languages, English and French, so the Canadian education system will also use these two languages ​​in its curriculum. In which, English is the main language of education at all levels. 

However, in the province of Quebec, students are required to study entirely in French until the completion of high school and only in special cases can they study in English, for example students in Quebec for a temporary period.

English and French are the two main languages ​​of instruction

5. Free tuition for children of Canadian citizens

The Canadian public education system will be free for the children of citizens or permanent residents until grade 12, depending on provincial policy. For post-secondary students, students will enjoy lower tuition fees than international students at the same level. 

In addition, Canadian schools have many scholarship packages for domestic and international students. Most will be for students with excellent achievements, scholarships for PhD students, professors of scientific research.

Above is an overview of the Canadian education system, hopefully it will be useful for families who are intending to immigrate to the country of maple leaves. If you need any more information about Canada's education system and immigration program, please contact iCanfiel according to the information below, a team of consultants will assist you quickly. 

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