York Region District School Board (YRDSB)

Public High Schools in Ontario

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) is a prominent public school board in Ontario, Canada, serving a diverse student population across several municipalities including Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan.

Tuition fee for Grades 9 - 12: from $15,800 CAN/year.

Accommodation: Homestay.

YRDSB Homestay

YRDSB Does not offer homestay but encourages to use their partner homestay organizations. If you are a student under 18 and are NOT staying with a family friend or relative who is also your Custodian, you MUST register in Custodianship Program.

Fees start from $1,100 CAN a month (Accommodation + 3 meals).

Bayview Secondary School, Richmond Hill

Known for: Bayview Secondary School is renowned for its International Baccalaureate (IB) program and outstanding extracurricular activities.

Programs: International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

Unionville High School, Markham

Known for: Unionville High School in Markham is known for its strong academic reputation and comprehensive range of specialized programs.

Programs: Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM), Dual Credit (DC), Arts Unionville Program, High Performance Athlete (HPA) program.

Markville Secondary School, Markham

Known for: Markville Secondary School in Markham is known for its exceptional academic programs, including the Advanced Placement (AP) program and a wide range of co-curricular activities.

Programs: Advanced Placement (AP) program, Dual Credit (DC), Exploring Opportunities (EOP) program, High Performance Athlete (HPA) program.

Richmond Hill High School, Richmond Hill

Known for: Richmond Hill High School in Richmond Hill is known for its rigorous academic programs, diverse student body, and strong community involvement.

Programs: Advanced Placement (AP) program, Dual Credit (DC), High Performance Athlete (HPA) program, Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program.

Pierre Elliott Trudeau High School, Markham

Known for: Pierre Elliott Trudeau High School in Markham is known for its innovative approach to education, strong emphasis on leadership development, and diverse range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.

Programs: Dual Credit (DC), French Immersion, High Performance Athlete (HPA) program, Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program.