Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario is located in Canada’s safe, beautiful and bilingual capital: Ottawa. Our classes are taught in French while many activities and services in the region are in French and in English. Our students receive a certificate of bilingualism along with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma which is recognized worldwide.
For you, it means that after one year with us, you’ll have significantly improved your skills in French and English, two of the most frequently used languages in the world. Imagine the wealth of opportunities…
Our teachers and our dedicated well-being officer are available to help you easily adapt to your new environment, succeed in your studies, make new friends and participate in enriching activities to make your experience unforgettable.
During the school year, you will enjoy the safety and care of a Canadian family selected by our partners, the Canada Homestay Network and CAS.
Studying with us is a guarantee for a rewarding experience. Come to one of our schools to get a short-term experience or to get a globally recognized diploma that will help open the doors to many universities!
Program Established: 2013
Programs Offered: Full Year, 1 Semester, 3 months
Programs:
A large variety of programs are open for international students (conditions apply):
● Sports-Study Program: football (soccer), track and field, basketball, volleyball, golf, ice hockey, skiing, dance, tennis, individual sports, skating, swimming and more!;
● Arts Program: visual and media arts, dance (ballet and contemporary), writing, music (instrumental and vocal), theatre, film and television;
● International Baccalaureate Program (IB) ®;
● Health Program;
● Environmental Program;
● Preparatory Program
● Specialist High Skills Major: arts and culture, transportation, sports, business, health and wellness, environment and nature.
Language(s) of Study: French
Total number of schools: 43
High schools for international students: 5
Total Students: 16,500
Total International Students: 35
International Students Accepted for Grades: K-12
Nearest Airport: Ottawa International Airport
Age Limit: 18
Universities & Colleges in Area:
● University of Ottawa
● St-Paul University
● Carleton University
● Dominican University College
● La Cité
● Algonquin College
Attractions:
Ottawa is part of the National Capital Region. It offers fantastic sports, outdoor and cultural possibilities. Many music festivals, beautiful museums, lots of sports : hockey, soccer, baseball, biking, kayaking, rafting, golfing, skiing, skating; major sports events, multicultural events and restaurants, great parks and rivers; water park; historical monuments; Parliament of Canada and many more.
If you’re willing to explore a bit further, Montréal is only a two-hour drive away, while Toronto and Niagara Falls are less than 6 hours away.
Ottawa, the capital of Canada, is a bilingual city where both official languages are spoken: French and English. Studying in any of the five schools at your disposal will allow you to acquire a solid understanding of both languages.
The headquarter of CEPEO is located at the following address:
2445, St-Laurent blvd
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
K1G 6C3
CEPEO’s schools are located all across the eastern Ontario’s territory. For more information, please, contact CEPEO’s Bureau of International education: international@cepeo.on.ca
Entrance Dates: Late August and late January
Application Deadlines: May 31 & November 30
Application Fee: $300
Full Year Tuition Fee: $15,000
1 Semester Tuition Fee: $7,500
Annual Homestay Placement Fee: Between $12,000 and $13,000
Homestay Monthly Fee: Varies from a partner to another
Annual Health Insurance Fee: $550
Annual Custodianship Fee: included as is airport pick up and drop off
All funds are in Canadian dollars
General Inquiries Email: international@cepeo.on.ca
Website: ei.cepeo.on.ca
Mailing Address: 2445 St-Laurent Boulevard
City: Ottawa
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: K1G 6C3
Phone: 613-742-8960 ex 2163
Fax: 613-742-1012
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