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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction
Walden International School in Oakville is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme for ages 3 to 12 and the Middle Years Programme for ages 11 to 16, creating a continuous IB curriculum. The campus at 2035 Upper Middle Road East in Oakville, Ontario, supports instruction in English and French. It is located on the former Glenburnie School site, with the Perugini family owning the Oakville campus since 2018 after the founder retired, building on a heritage connected to Canadian education. The IB programs emphasize inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and intercultural understanding across primary and middle years. Extra-curriculars include Varsity Sports, the spring musical, and a concert band, with volunteer opportunities for students in grades 4–8. Wellness and wellbeing are central to school life, fostering resilience, respect, and harmony, while preparing students to imagine, explore, and contribute to a peaceful, sustainable future. An inquiry-driven environment supports lifelong learning.
2035 Upper Middle Rd E, Oakville, ON L6H 4L3, Canada
The Essentials
Walden International School has instruction in English.
Location
Walden International School is located at 2035 Upper Middle Road East, Oakville, ON L6H 7G6. The school is in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The address is provided on the site and tours can be arranged by calling the office at (905) 338-6236. For tours call our office.
Stages
Early Years; IB 1-5; IB 6-8
Type
IB World School
Pupil Nationality Mix
Local Oakville and neighbouring communities; international students are welcomed.
Additional learning support
New students receive additional help or tutoring as needed to adjust to the Walden approach.
Country affiliation
Canada
School day structure
The timetable is structured to take into account student needs and is centered on student and teacher wellness, with time also dedicated for personal and leadership development. Extended care is available before school supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 8:10 a.m. and after-school supervision until 6:00 p.m.
Fees
Annual tuition at Walden International School ranges from CAD 18,500 to CAD 19,500 for 2026/27.
PER-TERM / PAYMENT-PLAN DETAIL - The school offers standard payment plans (annual/advanced and monthly) processed through an online TUIO billing portal; a per-term price schedule is not published as a fixed table. Families select a billing plan (one-time annual payment or monthly installments) and the instalment amounts are generated by the billing portal according to the chosen plan.
BILLING SCHEDULE AND PAYMENT TERMS - Registration deposit: a non-refundable CAD 2,500 registration deposit is required and is credited toward the year's tuition. - Billing and payment processing: annual and monthly plans are processed online via the TUIO portal. Direct debit from a bank account is accepted without additional fees. Credit card payments are accepted but subject to a 3% surcharge. - Service/penalty fees: a CAD 50 service charge applies if banking information is changed with insufficient notice, and a CAD 50 charge applies to any item that does not clear the bank (NSF). Students with outstanding tuition from a previous year will not be permitted to begin classes in September.
BOARDING FEES - Boarding is not applicable to this school; Walden operates as a day school (no boarding fees).
OTHER COSTS / ADDITIONAL FEES - Uniform: mandatory uniform pieces are required and must be purchased directly through McCarthy Uniforms; uniform costs are billed separately through the supplier. - Extended care (Before and After School): available 7:30–8:30 A.M. for CAD 250 per month and 4:00–6:00 P.M. for CAD 350 per month. Occasional use is billed at CAD 25 (morning) and CAD 35 (afternoon) per use. Students picked up after 6:00 P.M. incur a CAD 25 late pickup fee (invoiced monthly). Overnight trip costs are not included in tuition. - Textbooks and damage/loss: textbooks are provided; parents are responsible for replacement cost if textbooks are lost or destroyed. - International-student deposit: for international students an acceptance deposit of CAD 5,000 is required (in addition to other registration requirements). - No additional one-time development/capital/expansion fees are charged (the school does not levy separate expansion fund, development fee, or capital contribution fee). - Sibling discounts: a second-child discount of 5% and a third-child discount of 10% are offered.
REFUND / WITHDRAWAL / DISMISSAL TERMS - Withdrawal prior to September 1: only the non-refundable CAD 2,500 deposit is retained; other prepaid fees (where applicable) are refunded. - Withdrawal prior to December 31: non-refundable deposit plus 50% of the annual tuition is required; other prepaid fees (where applicable) refunded. - Withdrawal after January 1: full year's fees are required and no fees will be refunded. - Dismissal by the school: pro-rated tuition is required up to the point of dismissal; prepaid fees (excluding the non-refundable deposit) will be refunded.
FEE PAYMENT OPTIONS - Online payments: All annual and monthly payments are processed online through the TUIO portal. Direct debit from a bank account is accepted without surcharge. Credit card payments are accepted with a 3% processing surcharge. - Other: standard banking transfer/direct debit methods are supported via the portal; the Finance Office requires 10 working days' notice for changes to banking information. NSF/failed payment fees apply.
SUMMARY OF AVAILABLE NUMBERS AND GAPS - Published annual tuition rates by year group (JK–SK CAD 21,000; Gr 1–5 CAD 21,600; Gr 6–8 CAD 22,000) and the school's payment-policy details (deposit amounts, TUIO portal, service charges, credit-card surcharge, extended-care rates, and refund schedule) are available. - The school's public materials do not publish a fixed per-term price table (per-term amounts are generated according to the chosen billing plan); explicit per-term amounts or a standardized term-count (e.g., 2-term vs 3-term) are not provided in the published fee information. This means per-term dollar amounts must be calculated from the chosen annual payment plan or by the billing schedule generated in the school's TUIO portal.
Academics
Walden International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 3 to 14.
Curriculum
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12 and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, as part of the IB continuum. The PYP emphasizes holistic development of the whole child and inquiry, while the MYP emphasizes intellectual challenge, cross-discipline connections, and intercultural understanding.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes social and emotional development as part of Making Good People. The motto is that students think deeply, act with integrity, and contribute positively to their communities. Empathy and respect are at the heart of the school's vision. Kindness, integrity, and community are embedded in daily practice from Kindergarten onward. Open Minds Open Doors describes how the learning environment helps students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Mental Wellbeing
The school supports emotional and mental well-being through a caring and inclusive community. Students are encouraged to feel seen and heard and to develop resilience. Empathy, mutual respect, and kindness guide interactions among students and staff. The school's focus on social and emotional growth complements academic learning. The learning environment is described as fostering growth emotionally as well as academically.
Admissions
Admissions
Inquiries can be made by calling 905-338-6236 or via the contact form. A two-day class visit is offered before applying. After the Head of School invites an application, families complete the Admissions Application. Walden admits students on a rolling basis. New students may be accepted mid-year as placements become available.
FAQs
What curriculum does Walden International School follow?
Walden International School follows the Canadian curriculum for students from preschool through Grade 8.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 14, covering preschool through Grade 8.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes, Walden International School is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls.
