Haven International School

• Location: Brantford, Ontario, Canada;
• Students age: 12-18 years old;
• Number of students: 34 people;
• Language of instruction: English;
• Type of study: private school of mixed learning.

Haven International School is a private school that allows young people to unleash their potential in education. HIS offers the Ontario curriculum through one-to-one learning. At Haven, international students are guaranteed a unique learning experience, with individual goals and aspirations valued and a dedicated teaching team.

Haven International School has been at the forefront of children's education since its inception. Haven's core principles remain relevant today and forever: providing exceptional education to help young people lead successful businesses and fulfilling lives in a rapidly changing world.

The course is designed and adapted for those who need to study English as a foreign language and gain access to a curriculum in English.

Nadya Shupta

Regional Marketing & Recruiting Manager at London International Academy (until 2021)

What aspects and criteria do parents consider when choosing a school, in addition to academic success?

Accommodation conditions, sports opportunities, catering and additional clubs and clubs organized by the school, proximity to the school of residences or host families are very important.

Haven International School Residence is located 4 minutes walk from the main campus. The hostel style apartments are fully furnished including kitchens and utilities.

Types of accommodation:

• Accommodation with a Canadian homestay while studying at Haven.
• Accommodation at Haven Residence - comfortable and affordable homes.

Haven International School provides a comprehensive meal plan for all students.

• The short-term exchange program offers students who want to experience a different culture and school system. The monthly exchange program includes accommodation and meals.
• After school tutoring, help with homework and assignments, and one-to-one lessons in a specific subject increase the academic focus and allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the material.
• Skills-based sports and creative activities are available to all students.
• Pupils take part in interschool competition - EUCLID at Uni of Waterloo, Laurier Uni.

List of events and circles of interest during education:

• Music and Drama Club;
• Canadian winter sports;
• University tours;
• Reading Club at the Brandford Library;
• Visit to Niagara Falls.

• Haven students and their teachers work together in a caring, vibrant community that fosters personal and academic growth. It is a high-quality, student-centered environment that supports everyone's unique needs and goals, building on their strengths and weaknesses. The Canadian and international student community lives, learns, and grows in an environment that fosters high inner qualities, responsibility, and morals both inside and outside the classroom. Students are motivated, strive to achieve maximum results in their studies, extracurricular activities.
• Haven's Academic and English as a Second Language programs are based on the curriculum of the Ontario Department of Education: the school awards the prestigious Ontario Secondary Diploma. This diploma is recognized worldwide as meeting the requirements for admission to leading universities.
• The school perceives students not as a blank canvas, but as a rich palette of its own colors. She recognizes the unique qualities of each student and values their individual talents.
• The school is distinguished by exceptional conditions for extracurricular learning: whatever the child's hobbies, there is an activity for him that suits him, and a lot of new things to try.
• There is a direct relationship between attendance and punctuality of students, their academic performance, therefore, at Haven International School, attendance control is an important part of school life, improves academic performance, and overall results.
• Haven International School gives students the opportunity to express themselves, develop as individuals in a supportive environment, and guarantees admission to the university for all students who meet the basic requirements. Experienced counselors guide students through every step of the application process.
• Personalized guidance through the university admissions process, university and college field trips help students make an informed decision. Graduates of the school received individual scholarships.

HIS offers students a comfortable learning environment, as well as extracurricular infrastructure:

• Gym;
• Art studio;
• Interactive class.

Haven International School has five annual start dates:

• January;
• April;
• June;
• September;
• November.

Parents / guardians pay a deposit for the tuition.

Applicants fill out an online application form, a school representative contacts the parents / guardians, explaining further steps.

After filling out the necessary documents and paying a deposit for tuition, the school issues the documents necessary to obtain a study visa to travel to Canada. A school immigration counselor will support international child every step of the way.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision