Albert College

What Albert College does

Albert College is a private, non-profit, registered charitable independent school (Charitable Registration: 10669-4888-RR0001) operating as Canada's oldest co-educational boarding and day school since its 1857 founding in Belleville, Ontario. The institution delivers a unified Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 program across three campuses: the Early Primary Learning Centre (ages 2.5-4), the Parrott Junior School (JK-Grade 6), and the main 25-acre Dundas Street West campus housing Middle and Senior School (Grades 7-12) along with three boarding residences (Baker House, Graham Hall, Victoria Manor). Its curriculum is organized around a proprietary Five A's framework spanning Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, and Adventure, supplemented by Advanced Placement courses, an ESL program with IELTS preparation, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and a co-curricular orientation camp tradition dating to 1973.

The business model is tuition-driven and annual-recurring. Day tuition ranges from $24,400 CAD (PK-Grade 6) to $34,400 CAD (Grades 9-12), while boarding ranges from $53,600 CAD (Five-Day Boarding, Grades 7-8) up to $94,000 CAD (International Boarding, Grades 9-12). Approximately 100+ boarding students from 15+ nations form the international cohort, with the wider student body drawn from 20+ countries. The school supplements tuition with donations (>$500,000 CAD annually in scholarships alone), endowment returns, and ancillary services (transportation, after-school care, facility rentals). Go-to-market is sales-led via campus tours, Spend-A-Day programs, and a global network of recruitment agents and education fairs spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, supported by the MySchoolApp enrollment portal and Edsby student information system. CAIS accreditation and Ontario College of Teachers certification of faculty underpin the institution's regulatory standing.

Name

Albert College

Legal name

Albert College

Website

https://albertcollege.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1857

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Albert College is Canada's oldest co-educational boarding and day school, founded in 1857 in Belleville, Ontario, delivering a Pre-K through Grade 12 program with international boarding, ESL, and AP courses to roughly 300-500 students from 20+ nations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Boarding Schools (EDAJABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

English Learner (EL/ESL/ELL) & Bilingual Education Programs (EDAJAGAB), Pre-College Summer/Winter Academic Programs (High School Students) (EDAIAIAD)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• Boarding school programs
• Independent day school
• International student enrolment
• ESL summer school

Headquarters

HQ city

Belleville

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Boarding Tuition: Full boarding programs for international and Canadian students in Grades 7-12. International students: Grades 7-8 at $86,300 CAD, Grades 9-12 at $94,000 CAD. Canadian boarding: Grades 7-8 at $69,900 CAD, Grades 9-12 at $81,300 CAD. Five-Day Boarding also available at $53,600-$60,300 CAD.
2. Day Student Tuition: Day student programs from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Pre-K at $24,400, JK-Grade 6 at $24,400, Grades 7-8 at $30,600, Grades 9-12 at $34,400 CAD. International day students pay higher rates: $35,100-$45,100 CAD.
3. ESL Programs: English as Second Language support courses at $2,500-$3,000 per year, plus ELPT testing programs at $600-$1,000. ESL Summer School at $6,000 CAD for three-week immersive course.
4. Scholarships: Over $500,000 CAD awarded annually to students based on need and/or merit. Includes the Frederick Sydney Smith '31 Scholarship ranging from $5,000-$40,000 CAD for Bermudian students.
5. Donations and Giving: Donations provide additional resources that enrich programs. Accepts donations through online portal, check, Flywire for international donations, and FRISBE for US tax-deductible gifts. Charitable Registration: 10669-4888-RR0001.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Albert College provides independent day and boarding education from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 across three Belleville, Ontario campuses. Core academic offerings include the Pre-Kindergarten program, Junior School (JK-Grade 6), Middle School (Grades 7-8), and Senior School (Grades 9-12) following Ontario curriculum standards. Residential offerings include Full Boarding, Five-Day Boarding, and Multi-Day Boarding for Grades 7-12, supplemented by an English as a Second Language (ESL) program with IELTS preparation, ESL Summer School, and Advanced Placement courses, all organized around the school's proprietary Five A's framework (Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, Adventure).

Product overview

Albert College is Canada's oldest co-educational boarding and day school (founded 1857), offering a unified Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 educational program built around its distinctive Five A's framework (Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, Adventure). The institution operates as a single integrated school with three campuses: the Middle/Senior School (Grades 7-12) at 160 Dundas Street West, the Parrott Junior School (JK-Grade 6) at 39 Parker Street, and the Early Primary Learning Centre (Pre-K) at 28 Highland Avenue. Programs include day student education at all levels, full boarding (Grades 7-12), five-day boarding, and multi-day boarding options for Canadian and international students. The school provides specialized programs including an English as a Second Language (ESL) program with IELTS preparation, ESL Summer School (three-week immersive course with Ontario academic credit), and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Co-curricular offerings include after school activities, orientation camp, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award program. Additional services include after school care, transportation, and guardianship support for international students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pre-Kindergarten Program Early childhood education program for children aged 2.5 to 4 years old, located at the Early Primary Learning Centre (EPLC). A play- and inquiry-based curriculum developing language, communication, problem-solving skills, and music instruction with a specialist teacher.
• Junior School (JK-Grade 6) Day school program for Kindergarten through Grade 6 students located at the Parrott Junior School. Features small class sizes, inquiry-based learning, co-curricular activities including Mandarin, outdoor adventures, sports, crafts, LEGO, chess, yoga, music, and STEAM activities at no additional cost.
• Middle School (Grades 7-8) Academic program for students in Grades 7 and 8 designed to guide students through the transition from childhood to adulthood. Exceeds Ontario curriculum standards with courses including English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Healthy Active Living, French, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts, and Design and Technology.
• Senior School (Grades 9-12) Secondary school program preparing students for Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with 30 credits required. Features Five A's program (Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship, Adventure), Advanced Placement courses, post-secondary guidance, and community involvement requirements.
• Full Boarding Program Residential program for international and Canadian students in Grades 7-12 with accommodation in Graham Hall (boys), Victoria Manor (girls), and Baker House. Includes meals, program-related activities, camp, enrichment activities, leadership program, and weekend social committee events.
• Five-Day Boarding Boarding option for Canadian students in Grades 7-12 where students stay on campus during the school week and return home on weekends. Provides boarding benefits with family flexibility at $53,600 CAD (Gr 7-8) to $60,300 CAD (Gr 9-12) per year.
• Multi-Day Boarding Flexible boarding option offering a cost-efficient solution for families seeking boarding experience benefits while maintaining flexibility to regularly connect with their children.
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Program designed to assist English language learners develop skills for everyday life and academic English proficiency. Covers reading, writing, listening/speaking, socio-cultural competence, and media literacy, with preparation for IELTS University entrance tests.
• ESL Summer School Three-week fully accredited immersive ESL course for students aged 12-18 leading to Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) credit. Includes over 25 hours per week of language instruction, private boarding accommodation, meals, weekend excursions, and Ontario academic credit. Priced at $6,000 CAD.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses University-level courses taught by Albert College faculty allowing high school students to take AP exams. Current offerings include AP English Language and Composition (Grade 11), AP History World (Grade 12), and AP Computer Science A (Grade 12).
• Duke of Edinburgh Program International award program offering adventure trips where students develop leadership and teamwork skills through outdoor expeditions and community service.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Student Guardianship Canada (ISGC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2006ISGC provides professional guardianship services for international students under 18, including 24-hour emergency support, notarized custodianship, homestay coordination, immigration document monitoring, academic support, and school visits. Founded in 2006, ISGC serves students from 40+ countries in multiple languages.
• International Student Service Inc (ISSI)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYiyan (Ryan) Zhao of ISSI serves families from China with guardianship and related services. Contact via [email protected] and WeChat ID issicanada.
• Friends of Independent Schools and Better Education (FRISBE)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFRISBE enables US donors to make tax-deductible contributions to Albert College. Donations processed through credit card (2.9% fee), check mail to Seattle, or wire/stock transfer. Located at 117 East Louisa Street #533, Seattle, WA 98102.
• FlywirecoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational donation and tuition payment processing platform enabling global families to pay securely via credit card, wire transfer, or bank transfer with multi-currency support.
• Apple Financial ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThird-party organization administering tuition assistance programs for families needing financial support with tuition fees. Assistance applications reviewed without affecting admissions decisions.
• Ontario College of TeacherscoreOthersAlbert College teachers are certified through the Ontario College of Teachers, ensuring qualified faculty. Many hold advanced degrees.
• EdsbycoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system and learning management platform used for academic records, community involvement tracking, and school communications.
• MySchoolAppcoreTechnology or IntegrationEnrollment portal and student management platform for application processing, checklist management, and document uploads.
• CAIS (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlbert College participates in CAIS education fairs globally as part of the CAIS network of accredited independent schools. CAIS provides accreditation and professional development.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ridley College: St. Catharines, Ontario co-ed boarding and day school. Comparable peer with similar international boarding mix, AP courses, ESL support, and university placement emphasis.
• Upper Canada College: Toronto-based independent boys' day and boarding school (founded 1829). A direct peer in the Ontario independent boarding/day market with comparable CAIS accreditation, premium tuition, and university-prep focus.
• Trinity College School: Port Hope, Ontario co-educational boarding and day school. Most directly comparable as a smaller Ontario co-ed boarding school with similar Five A's-style holistic programming and AP offerings.
• Lakefield College School: Lakefield, Ontario co-ed day and boarding school. Comparable smaller-scale Ontario boarding school with similar international student body, outdoor/adventure programming, and university-prep curriculum.
• Pickering College: Newmarket, Ontario co-educational day and boarding school. Comparable smaller-scale Ontario boarding peer with global student recruitment, ESL support, and a similar holistic educational framework.
• Appleby College: Oakville, Ontario co-educational day and boarding school. A comparable premium CAIS-accredited independent school offering AP, international student support, and similar holistic programming.
• St. Andrew's College: Aurora, Ontario independent boys' day and boarding school. Comparable in CAIS accreditation, AP curriculum, and international student recruitment, with a similar premium boarding tuition structure.

Regional players

• Bishop Strachan School: Toronto-based independent girls' day and boarding school. Comparable premium independent boarding/day model and AP offerings but single-gender and metropolitan, limiting direct overlap with Albert College.
• Branksome Hall: Toronto independent girls' day and boarding school. Comparable CAIS accreditation, IB curriculum, and international student program, but urban and single-gender, making it an adjacent rather than direct competitor.
• Crescent School: Toronto independent boys' day school. Overlapping in CAIS accreditation and academic programming but day-only and metropolitan, so a regional rather than direct peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/AlbertSince1857
• Facebookfacebook.com/AlbertCollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/albert-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/albert.college

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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