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education is thefoundation of success…Principal’s MessageIt is with great pleasure that I join the faculty of Bronte College of Canada. The staff of Bronte Collegeof Canada is highly trained, experienced and focused on delivering outstanding academic programs.Working closely with the dedicated support staff, our faculty ensures a warm, welcoming, safe and caringlearning environment for our students where our vision of “Learning to Understand” is at the forefront.Bronte College of Canada is a private day and boarding school offering the internationally recognizedOntario Curriculum from grades 9 through 12. Our school is accredited by the Ontario Ministry ofEducation as a school of high academic standing. Small class sizes, averaging 16 and ongoing academicsupport ensure that every student is known on a personal level. Parents are assured of excellence ineducation and our students are motivated and inspired.At Bronte College of Canada, we offer a wide array of unique programs to enhance and accelerate theOntario curriculum. The Advanced Placement (AP) program enables students to rise to an academicchallenge and upon successful completion of the examinations positions them to qualify for credit transfer,advanced placement or both at university.A second innovative program offered at Bronte College of Canada in co-operation with the Universityof Guelph, enables students to complete first year university degree courses at our campus. As a result,students can accelerate their studies and enter the University of Guelph having already completed theirfirst year of university at Bronte College of Canada.Our graduates have told us that they are better prepared for their future studies and the 21st Century as aresult of their academic studies at Bronte College of Canada. I look forward to having the opportunity toplay a role in your child’s education and helping each student achieve their future goals.Diane Finlay,B.A., O.T.C., M. Ed.

IntroductionFounded in 1991, Bronte College of Canada is a private, co-educational day and boardingschool committed to providing a learning environment that emphasizes academic excellenceand individual growth. Bronte College offers courses specially formulated to meet the needsof Canadian and International students and to satisfy the requirements of the OntarioMinistry of Education Curriculum guidelines.MissionBronte College of Canada emphasizes the development of students to their full potential interms of intellectual, ethical, physical, and cultural qualities. Students who graduate fromBronte College of Canada will succeed in multicultural, multidimensional competition atuniversities and colleges around the world. Bronte College has a team of caring, highlytrained, and experienced staff members who are available to assist students in theiracademic and personal needs.Location“I chose Bronte because thedorm and classes are wellconnected so students do notneed to worry about winter,Bronte helps students accelerateacademically, dorm and schoolregulations are well disciplined,and teachers and counselorsare very supportive.”- Christian TjokroFather of 2009 graduateThe campus is centrally located in Mississauga in the Greater Toronto Area. It is situatedin a quiet parkland that is conducive to learning. The College is only a 20-minute driveto downtown Toronto, the financial capital of Canada, and just minutes away from allmajor highways and centres of business. Shopping centres and medical facilities arenearby and can be accessed by walking or public transportation. Of particular interestis the easy 60-minute drive to Niagara Falls, at the United States border.PedagogyTo support our fundamental learning principles, class sizes are maintained with anaverage of 16 students per teacher. Students are engaged in class by dedicated and highlyqualified teaching staff. Many of our teachers have Masters and Doctorate degrees, as wellas teacher’s certification. The Advanced Placement (AP) Program is combined with theregular high school curriculum to motivate students and challenge their minds. Guidancefor the students’ chosen path of study is given by knowledgeable counsellors.Dress CodeEvery Bronte College student wears a uniform. This identifies them with the school andenhances their sense of belonging. The uniform consists of grey-coloured dress pants,a plain white-collared shirt, a tie, a Bronte College blazer, sweater or vest and blackdress shoes. Full dress uniform is mandatory for every student on each school day, alloccasions and on all field trips.Student SuccessSince the inception of Bronte College a large majority of our graduates have gainedadmissions to top universities in Canada and around the world including direct entry tomedical and law schools in the U.K. This is significantly higher than the average publichigh school in Ontario, where only 33% of graduates go to university.

CampusKnowledge is power…Knowledge is power…Bronte College’s campus is composed of a single building on 4.5 acres of land, which hosts itsacademic facilities and the student residence. The building has restricted access to authorized staff,students and visitors and is monitored 24 hours a day. The residence and cafeteria are open to ourstudents all year round. There is also a state-of-the-art fitness facility; a gymnasium; a study hall aswell as fully equipped computer, science, art labs; and a music room. The entire building has bothwired and wireless internet connection.Study Hall and Computer LabThe study hall is quiet and spacious with floor to ceiling windows overlooking forested conservationland. Computers are available in the study hall for student research as well as in the modern computerlab. The computer lab is supervised and is important for the development of technological acumen.CafeteriaThe full food service cafeteria provides nutritious meals catered by an international team. The full mealplan is offered seven days per week, and includes breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday,brunch and dinner on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), and weekday evening snacks. The cafeteria isopen 365 days a year. Special meals are prepared to accommodate students with dietary restrictions.ResidenceBronte College of Canada is a boarding school; we own and operate our student residence. Internationalstudents are required to stay in residence until graduation. The campus residence offers safe and comfortablerooms to over 300 students. The majority of the rooms are for single occupancy: only a limited numberof shared rooms are available. Living in the residence is ideal and convenient, especially during the wintermonths when students do not have to brave the cold temperatures to attend classes. Furthermore, theresidence is open to our students during the holidays and school breaks. Smoking and alcohol are strictlyprohibited in the school, in the residence, and on the school grounds.The residence rooms have a traditional layout. A single room consists of a bed with bedding, closet, studydesk, and a sink. Each room has a telephone and access to the internet.The residence is not co-educational. Male and female students are restricted to different levels of the residencebuilding and are closely monitored 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.The bathroom facilities are shared by five or six rooms. Students are able to use the cash card laundryfacilities (washers and dryers) in the residence building.Residence LifeOutside the school, the residence department organizes visits to the city’s main library, movie theatres,swimming pool, bowling alley, and popular shopping centres. On weekends, there are organized dayor overnight trips to exciting places of interests, for example Niagara Falls, Canada’s Wonderland,Montreal, New York, and Blue Mountain Ski Resort. Typically, there is one trip every second weekend.The Residence Life Program is mandatory for students who are under the age of 17 years, and includesmost of the weekend day trips described above. Supervised evening study sessions are mandatory forstudents who are younger than 17 years of age.

Grades 9 & 10Grades 9 and 10 are comprised mainly of courses aimed to provide the skill and content base for thespecialization years in grades 11 and 12. At Bronte College, we believe that these courses are not justacademic foundations, but are also important for life experience and the personal development of ourstudents. Therefore, along with meeting the requirements of the OSSD, we also teach skills to fostersocial, cultural, recreational, emotional and intellectual growth.believe in yourselfand you will achieve…Bronte College is organized around a semestered system. A student can accumulate up to 8 completehigh school credits from the beginning of September to the end of June without going to summer school.Hence, a student who has successfully completed grades 9 and 10 will have achieved 16 credits.Grades 11 & 12Bronte College offers university and college preparation courses for grades 11 and 12 designed to equipstudents with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the entrance requirements for university andcollege programs. Students need to successfully complete 14 credits in grades 11 and 12 in order to obtainan Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).Students aiming to qualify for university admission must complete at least 6 grade 12 credits at thepre-university level. The teaching and learning emphasizes theoretical aspects of the course content as wellas concrete applications. All university or college preparation courses are based on rigorous provincialcurriculum expectations with emphasis on the development of both independent research and learningskills. Students need to demonstrate that they have developed such required skills when they completethe senior courses.Express ProgramThe Express Program is a grade 12, pre-university program which starts in January and has been speciallydesigned for qualified students who plan to complete their 6 Pre-University courses and enter university inSeptember of the same year.Course Recommendations for University ProgramsThe following course selections are recommended for students who are aiming to be accepted into aspecific faculty in university. University acceptance is based on the average of the best 6 grade 12 courses,including the prerequisite courses. Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS and MELAB etc.) is alsorequired for students from non-English speaking countries.ARTS/HUMANITIES/SOCIAL SCIENCE(B. Arts)Advanced FunctionsBiologyBusiness AdministrationComputer ScienceData ManagementEconomicsEnglish*Family StudiesGeographyHistoryMusicPhilosophyVisual ArtsFood and NutritionSCIENCE(B. Computer Science,B. Engineering, B. Science)Advanced Functions*Biology**Calculus & Vectors*Chemistry*Computer ScienceEconomicsEnglish*Physics*Visual Arts***COMMERCE(B. Administration orB. Commerce)AccountingAdvanced Functions*Computer ScienceData Management * orCalculus & VectorsEconomicsEnglish*GeographyInternational BusinessInternational LawOrganization StudiesSociety and ChangeWorld Politics* Compulsory courses for university admission** Compulsory for Nursing and Biological Sciences*** Recommended for Architectural Programprestige established

Advanced Placement (AP) Program University Credit TransferThe Advanced Placement (AP) program, established over fifty years ago, is recognized forits excellence by over 90% of the universities in Canada, the United States, and more than55 countries. All students enrolled in AP courses can choose to write the AP exams in May.On request, results are forwarded by the AP College Board directly to universities of theirchoice. Successful results of AP exams provide students with possible first-year universitytransfer credits, advanced placement or both. By earning university transfer credits oradvanced placement, students can save both time and university tuition fees.The more popular AP ExamsWritten at Bronte College are:Dear Dr. Ummat,AP Chemistry was definitelyone of my favourite subjectsat Bronte College. I reallywant to thank you for ignitingmy passion for Chemistry andalso for learning.P.S. The AP experience alsohelped me get 800/800 in mySAT II Chemistry.RegardsJonathan LamApril 2007• English Language• Calculus BC• Chemistry• Biology• Computer Science• Human Patterns• Microeconomics• Macroeconomics• Physics• Studio Art• World HistoryBronte University Experience ProgramBronte College is privileged to offer university level courses to academically motivatedstudents while they are still completing their high school program. These students mayenroll in up to two University of Guelph first year courses (taught at Bronte College,Mississauga campus) while studying for their last semester of the grade 12 universitypreparatory program. Students benefit by broadening their intellectual horizons,developing study habits for rigorous course work and sharpening cognitive andproblem solving skills.This further preparation gives our graduates an unparalleled edge in universitypreparation as well as unique standing in the university admission process.Cooperative (Co-op) EducationCo-op is a planned learning experience for grades 11 and 12 students that integratesclassroom theory with learning experiences in a workplace setting. Students are assessedby multiple performance evaluations conducted by the employer, teacher and student.Placements are arranged with approved employers for approximately 3-4 hours eachday (either a.m. or p.m.) and are located within a close distance from Bronte College, witheasy access to local transportation. Students are still able to take up to 2 other courses atBronte College while taking advantage of the Co-op program. Students may use Co-opas one of the 18 compulsory credits they require to graduate with their OSSD.The “Arts“Bronte College recognizes the value of offering our students an expanded arts programto balance our challenging and rigorous academic program. Our extensive course selectionoffers students interactive and dynamic education in the areas of Visual Arts, Media Arts,Drama, Physical Education, Fashion Design, Hospitality and Music. Throughout the year,students from these programs demonstrate their acquired talents with exhibitions,competitions and performances. Our school band has received much publicattention and has been invited to perform at local schools.

future endeavour awaits…future endeavour awaits…English Language ProgramThe Language Centre and English as a Second Language (ESL) Program at Bronte College allows studentsthe opportunity to experience both a structured program, that helps to build the skills necessary for theirsuccess, and a more flexible independent study option to continue their language development.The structured ESL Program helps our students excel both in and out of an academic environment. Theprogram gives the students the opportunity to progress through the courses at their own pace, as theyfulfill the language requirements set out in the program. The courses are designed to help the students’transition from an ESL environment to a full English academic program. The ESL classes have an averageof 12 students per teacher which provides the support needed for these students to be successfulin their development.The Language Centre is based on a resource centre model which allows students to have an active part intheir progression and offers a large amount of support to these ESL learners. The Language Centre housesa steadily growing amount of resource materials for students to work through as part of their customizedprogram. Allowing the students to have access to the ESL resources, reading room, computer lab, andongoing teacher support is the key to their success. The Language Centre’s after school programsprovide students with extra one-on-one help, peer tutoring and language based clubs and allows themto continue improving their language skills in a more informal setting.The ESL department has an open door policy, so students can feel welcome to drop in at any time toget the extra support they require. Whether it is in relation to their language needs in academic classes,providing resources for proficiency test preparation, or general language concerns, the staff in thecentre are always ready to help.STUDENT SERVICESThe guidance and career services department assists students with their social and academic needsfrom discussing any issues the student is concerned with, to planning the student’s future, includingselecting the appropriate courses and applying for university. We speak with students and theirparents to determine the student’s goals and future plans and guide students in the right directionto be successful in their studies and in life. Students will always have the academic support theyneed as we monitor students’ progress and make recommendations to utilize the academic supportoffered by Bronte College. Ensuring students are informed of the requirements to graduate andarranging university visits gives students the information needed to make the right decisions inselecting a university. Our guidance counsellors welcome students who may need someone totalk through their problems with, and at the same time informing students about extra-curricularactivities and any events in the school helps them become more prepared and well-rounded foruniversity. Our guidance counsellors provide parents with an avenue to contact teachers andto discuss their child’s progress and any concerns that can help their child be more successfulat Bronte College.

Independent Learning CentreThe Independent Learning Centre (ILC) is designed to provide students with individualsupport to improve understanding and enhance academic success. The ILC is staffed byteachers and tutors. This team provides the expertise to deliver one on one, group and studentled tutoring sessions. Tutoring can be arranged for students at lunch, after school and into theevening in most subject areas.The guidance department supervises the ILC and monitors the academic progress of allstudents. Recommendations will be made to students performing below standard to seekassistance in the ILC. As well, courses required by students that are not offered in ourregular academic schedule, may be arranged on an individualized basis.The ILC offers a quiet and welcoming environment for students to seek help, to ask questions,or to study.Extra-Curricular ActivityBronte College recognizes the immeasurable value of education beyond the classroom.As such, a surfeit of extracurricular activities are offered. We offer organized andsupervised athletic activities and student clubs every day after school. Athletic activitiesas well as intramural sports include but are not limited to soccer, basketball, floor hockey,badminton, volleyball, table tennis, cricket, yoga, and dance. Furthermore, we have afitness room with supervised access seven days a week.“Bronte College has providedmy daughter with anenriching experience. Besidespursuing her academic work,she has also developed in otherareas such as inter-personalskills and time-management.”- Caroline IpMother of 2009 graduateVarious school clubs offered allow students to pursue personal values and interests suchas the Environmental Club, International Students’ Club, The Investment Club, StudentActivity Council, and Residence Council. Our extended Arts program also includes afterschool band, jazz band, and choir.Parental communicationResearch has shown that the more parents are informed and involved with their child’seducation, the more successful the students are in school. Bronte College understandsthe importance of this and has designed a web portal to facilitate communicationbetween the parents and the staff as well as between parents and their child. The onlineportal includes information on attendance, student results, teachers’ comments, dailyhomework, weekly projects and assignments.TYPICAL SCHOOL DAY FOR STUDENTS7:30 am - 8:30 am8:30 am - 12:00 pm12:00 pm - 1:00 pm1:00 pm - 3:16 pm3:30 pm - 5:30 pm5:30 pm - 6:30 pm6:30 pm - 9:30 pm7:00 pm - 9:00 pm9:30 pm - 10:30 pm9:30 pm - 11:30/12:00 am11:30 pm/12:00 amWake up, bathe, breakfast in cafeteriaMorning classesLunch in cafeteriaAfternoon classesExtra Curriculars, Club Meetings,Volunteer Work, or Extra HelpDinner in cafeteriaEvening Outside Activities(e.g. Library trip, Swimming, etc.)Study session Monday throughThursday (for 16 years and under)Evening snack Monday throughThursday in cafeteriaHomeworkLights Out

University of Guelph at Bronte College, Mississauga- First Year University Courseseducation is a journeythat never ends…The University of Guelph, in cooperation with Bronte College of Canada, is now offering first yearuniversity degree equivalent courses at Bronte College in Mississauga. High school graduates(students who have completed high school and have graduated in their home country) who registerwith Bronte College and pass the Math and English Proficiency Tests are eligible to enroll in thisprogram. Courses are taught by University of Guelph appointed instructors and commence in January,April and September of each year. Bronte College high school graduates can have the advantage oftaking degree equivalent first year courses in this UGB Program while waiting to be considered forSeptember university admission.Students from countries where English is not their first language are required to submit a test score fromone of the following tests: IELTS, TOEFL, MELAB. Applicants who do not meet the requirements arerequired to study pre-university English courses aimed at improving their level of English proficiency toa standard that meets the English Proficiency Requirements of universities. The pre-university Englishcourses (UEP) will be in addition to this program.After the first year UGB program at Bronte College Mississauga, students will be guaranteed admission toeither the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Commerce program at the University of Guelph provided theyhave a minimum cumulative average of 70% in at least 4 relevant courses and proof of English Proficiency(www.bronte.uoguelph.ca). Students can also apply to be admitted into other degree programs at theUniversity of Guelph and transfer their credits towards their degree. Students may also decide to apply toother universities within Canada and the United States and relevant credits obtained in this program canbe considered for transfer.STANDARD Requirements By Canadian UniversityIELTSMinimum overall score of 6.5, with no band lower than 6.TOEFLInternet based (iBT): a minimum total 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21.Computer based (CBT): a minimum total 250, Test of Written English (TWE): score of 5 is required.Paper based (PBT): minimum score of 600, TWE 5.0.MELABMinimum overall score of 85 including composition score of 83 and oral score of 3.Pathways of Study leading toa University Bachelor DegreeBronte College of CanadaG98 coursesG108 coursesG118 coursesG12 (Pre-U)6 coursesUniversity1 st Year 2 nd Year 3 rd Year 4 th Year1 st Year Uni.or 10 UGB coursesG12/AP6 coursesAPcreditsRemaining 1 stYear creditsUniversityExperienceG12/AP /2UG8 coursesAP +2 UGcreditsRemaining1 st YearcreditsAP = Advanced Placement, UG = University of Guelph Courses, UGB = University of Guelph at Bronte College of CanadaStrive forPerfection

knowledge is priceless…knowledge is priceless…How to Apply1. Submit a completed application form or apply online at www.brontecollege.ca. A photocopy of thepassport, certified school reports or official transcripts for the past 3 years of education as well as thenon-refundable application fee (CAD $150.00, payable by bank draft to Bronte College of Canada) mustaccompany the application form.2. Upon receipt of these documents the application will be reviewed. If the student is accepted, BronteCollege will issue the student a Conditional Letter of Acceptance (CLOA). Fees payable will be statedon the CLOA.3. Once payment is made to Bronte College, an official Letter of Acceptance and receipt of payment will beissued. International students can apply to the nearest Canadian Embassy or Consulate for a study permit.4. For International students under 18 years of age, a signed Guardianship Request Form must beprovided by the parents or legal guardian (together with the Service Fee for the preparation of anotarized Guardianship Letter).School transcripts and the completed application form can be e-mailed to admissions@brontecollege.ca or faxed to1-905-270-7828.All new students are required to write the Bronte College Proficiency Tests in English and Mathematics, andScience if applicable.More information can be obtained from our website at www.brontecollege.ca, by contacting the school directlyat 1-905-270-7788 or sending an e-mail to admissions@brontecollege.ca.uniqueskills,leadership,anddetermination

88 Bronte College Court,Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5B 1M9Tel: 1-905-270-7788 Fax: 1-905-270-7828www.brontecollege.caSTUDENTPHOTOAPPLICANT’S INFORMATIONSURNAME:Other Name(s):First Name:OHIP Number:Date of Birth: DD/ MM/ YY sex: c Male c Female Native Language:Country of Citizenship: Country of Birth: Province:Eligibility to study in Canada: c Canadian Citizen c Permanent Resident: DD/ MM/ YY (First date of entry)c Student Visac Visitor VisaMailing Address:Home Tel.:Fax:cell:email:Current School:School Address:Level of Education Completed: DD/ MM/ YYDiploma/Certificate Received: DD/ MM/ YYCurrent Level of Study:FATHER INFORMATIONName:Occupation:Contact Address: Home/BusinessHome Tel.: Business Tel.: cell:Fax:email:MOTHER INFORMATIONName:Occupation:Contact Address: Home/BusinessHome Tel.: Business Tel.: cell:Fax:email:

2010-2011 HIGH SCHOOL FEE SCHEDULETuition Fees Grade 9, 10 or 11 (8 courses per grade) $11,760.00Grade 12 (6 Grade 12/Pre-University/AP courses) $9,450.00Grade 12 - Express Program (January – June) + $9,650.00Grade 12 - University Experience Program ++ $12,416.00ESL Program (220 hours per level) $3,500.00Residence Fees- Single roomand meal plan2 Semesters (10 months) September - June $9,700.00Express (6 months) January - June $5,900.00Summer (per month) July or August $970.00Other Fees Annual School Registration Fee $1,200.00Health Insurance for International Students (12 months) $600.00Application Fee* $150.00Notarized Guardianship Letter** $200.00Residence Life Program (under the age of 17 yrs)*** $1,000.00Deposits**** School Security Deposit $1,500.00Residence Security Deposit $1,000.00All fees are subject to change without prior notice. No refunds of fees if students withdraw from or are expelled from school and/or residence.UGB: University of Guelph at Bronte College Program, AP: Advanced Placement, ESL: English as a Second Language.+ Academically strong students may qualify for the Express Program and will take 6 Grade 12 / Pre-University / AP courses.++ 6 Grade 12 / Pre-University / AP courses and up to 2 UGB courses.* Non-refundable application fee must accompany the application form.** Guardianship: Students who are under the age of 18 years will be issued a Guardianship request form. This must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian,and returned to the school prior to being issued a Letter of Acceptance.*** Residence supervised study session and trips.**** Deposits are refundable (less any damage deductions) at graduation.Residence fees quoted are for single room and meal plan. Single room request issubject to room availability.All international students are required to live in residence until graduation.Rooms are provided with bedding, telephone line and internet access.Meal service is 7 days a week all year round.Uniform is mandatory, details will be sent to students upon acceptance.Payment of fees should be made in bank draft form payable to Bronte Collegeof Canada or wire transfer (T/T add CAD $20.00 bank surcharge) directlyto the school account. Details will be sent upon successful application.A fine of up to CAD $500.00 will be imposed if found smoking on campus.A fee of CAD $150.00 will be charged if a student card is to be replaced.All fees are in Canadian dollars.

canadaMississaugaUnited states88 Bronte College Court,Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5B 1M9Tel: 1-905-270-7788 Fax: 1-905-270-7828www.brontecollege.caleaping Beyond…