To provide quality education in a safe and respectful environment for all learners to create a bright global future.
District Profile
Type:
Public
District School Population:
2,300
# International Students:
25
# of Schools
Grades
Elementary
5
K - 8
Middle
1
5 - 8
Secondary
2
9 - 12
Other
7
K - 12
Accreditation
Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth
School Profiles
District Schools Accepting International Students
# of Schools
Grades
# International Students
Class Size
Instruction (hrs/wk)
Elementary
5
K - 8
5
16
27.5
Middle
1
5 - 8
10
16
27.5
Secondary
2
9 - 12
10
16
27.5
District Support for International Students
International Student Programs Activities, Events, and Field Trips (Day, Weekend, Semester Break Trips) Counselling, Buddy Programs, and Peer Programs Accommodation for International Students Homestay Provided by District Language Support for International Students Language Testing and Placement Language Tutoring
Secondary Schools
About the Secondary School International Program
Prairie Spirit School Division (PSSD) offers extensive educational opportunities and supports that meet the varied needs of all students. The schools strive to provide quality education in safe and respectful environments. The division has proven to be a great choice for parents and students from all areas of the world.
Secondary School Highlights
PSSD recognizes the importance of cultural exchanges, and has had a number of foreign students successfully complete the program in the last several years. Many more have chosen to return for another academic school year where others have strived to continue on to university and college in Canada. These students come from countries such as Brazil, Colombia, China, Germany, Austria, Mexico South Korea and others.
Above all, PSSD provides plenty of program quality academic options for students in the arts, languages, as well as diverse offerings in computers and technology including English as an additional language non-credit support.
Secondary School Program Options
Academic Academies (Science, Technology, Tourism & More) French Language Courses Fine & Performing Arts Programs Homestay Online Programs Outdoor Programs Short Term High School Experience (semester) Sports Academies (Hockey, Soccer & More) Vocational/Trade Programs Other School Programs
Consideration for Secondary School Admission
Academic Grades in Country of Origin: Considered Reference from School Principal or Official: Required English Language Proficiency: All Levels Preference Given to Religious Affiliation: Not Considered
Secondary School Tuition and Fees
Application Fee (C$): 100 Application Deadline: Continuous Application Notification of Acceptance: Varies International Annual Tuition (C$): 10,000 Student Health Care Insurance Coverage: Available Through District
Middle Schools
About the Middle School International Program
PSSD offers extensive educational opportunities and supports that meet the varied needs of all students. The schools strive to provide quality education in safe and respectful environments. The division has proven to be a great choice for parents and students from all areas of the world.
Middle School Highlights
PSSD recognizes the importance of cultural exchanges, and has had a number of foreign students successfully complete the program in the last several years. Many more have chosen to return for another academic school year where others have strived to continue on to university and college in Canada. These students come from countries such as Brazil, Colombia, China, Germany, Austria, Mexico South Korea and others.
Above all, PSSD provides plenty of program quality academic options for students in the arts, languages, as well as diverse offerings in computers and technology including English as an additional language non-credit support.
Middle School Program Options
French Language Courses High School Preparation Courses Homestay Programs Outdoor Programs
Consideration for Middle School Admission
Academic Grades in Country of Origin: Considered Reference from School Principal or Official: Required English Language Proficiency: All Levels Preference Given to Religious Affiliation: Not Considered
Middle School Tuition and Fees
Application Fee (C$): 100 Application Deadline: Continuous Application Notification of Acceptance: Varies Total Cost of Program (excluding books):
10,000
Student Health Care Insurance Coverage: Available Through District
Homestay Monthly Fees
(room & board): 600 Homestay Fee for Early Arrivals
(per day): 20 Accommodation Application Deadline: Continuous Accommodation Notification of Acceptance: Varies
Quick Stats
International Program Founded: 2006 District Setting: Rural Nearest City: Winnipeg City Population: 739,000 Cost of Living: Low Climate Range: -30 to 30 °C Student Enrolment (District): 2,300 International Student Enrolment (District): 25 # Countries of Origin: 11 - 20
