What are the different types of high schools in Canada?

What are the different types of high schools in Canada?

Types of High Schools in Canada

1. Comprehensive High Schools (CHS)

  • Comprehensive high schools offer a wide range of courses, including arts, sciences, and vocational programs.
  • They prepare students for post-secondary education, apprenticeships, or trade school training.
  • Examples: Mount Royal High School, Westgate Collegiate, and Sir Wilfrid Laurier High School.

2. Secondary Schools (Sec.)

  • Secondary schools offer a more traditional curriculum, with a focus on core subjects such as English, math, science, and social studies.
  • They prepare students for provincial exams and post-secondary education.
  • Examples: John A. Macdonald High School, Parkview Secondary School, and Sir Wilfrid Laurier High School.

3. Alternative High Schools (Alt.)

  • Alternative high schools provide a more individualized and flexible learning environment.
  • They offer specialized programs, such as career training, trades, or alternative learning methods.
  • Examples: The Alternative School in Toronto, The Ridgewood School in Vancouver, and The Langley School in Langley.

4. International Baccalaureate (IB) Schools

  • IB schools offer an internationally recognized curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and global awareness.
  • They prepare students for the IB Diploma program, which is recognized by universities worldwide.
  • Examples: The International School of Toronto, The International School of Ottawa, and The International School of Calgary.

5. Specialized High Schools

  • Specialized high schools offer programs that focus on specific trades, such as nursing, technology, or trades.
  • They provide hands-on training and prepare students for entry-level jobs in their chosen field.
  • Examples: St. Clair College, Loyalist College, and Mohawk College.

6. Vocational High Schools (VHS)

  • Vocational high schools offer programs that provide practical skills and training in specific trades, such as construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.
  • They prepare students for jobs in the workplace and offer apprenticeships and trade school opportunities.
  • Examples: Red River College, Conestoga College, and Mohawk College.

7. Charter Schools

  • Charter schools are publicly funded schools that operate independently from traditional school boards.
  • They have greater autonomy in curriculum and teaching methods.
  • Examples: The Toronto Catholic School Board, the Vancouver School Board, and the Edmonton Public Schools.
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