Category Archives: Admissions

Once you settle in at Ridley you will have an opportunity to sign up for activities, sports and community service opportunities.  In order for students to earn their Ridley College Diploma (on top of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma) students must … Continue reading →

Each school has their own culture, language and traditions and Ridley College is no exception.  There are many terms that will become familiar to you during your first couple of months at Ridley, but as you begin they may seem … Continue reading →

As a student at Ridley College you will find that you have a busy schedule, so chapel is a good place to slow down and reflect.  Chapel is on Monday and Tuesday morning from 8:25-8:40a.m. and on Fridays from 1:45-2:30p.m. … Continue reading →

School begins in two weeks, so it might be time to think about picking up your books and uniform.  Local families are strongly urged to make an appointment with Hanks to pick up everything you will need for school.  ’Hanks’ … Continue reading →

Prefects will likely be some of the first students you will meet on Orientation Day. Prefects and House Captains are senior students that have leadership roles at Ridley. House Captains are chosen at the end of September, whereas Prefects were … Continue reading →

I’m sure you all know the song, ‘Who are the People in Your Neighbourhood?’ If you don’t, it’s a popular Sesame Street Song that you can listen to by clicking here.  I digress, the title of this blog is ‘Who … Continue reading →

If you are a first time boarding student you may be wondering what your room will look like and what you should bring?  Most rooms are furnished with two single beds, two desks with three drawers, shelving above the desk, … Continue reading →

A frequently asked question we get from both parents and students is what do students do to keep busy on the weekends? I can promise you one thing, you won’t be bored! From talent shows to sports to trips to … Continue reading →

In three weeks the Ridley College campus will be a buzz with students.  Beginning at 9am on Tuesday September 4th new students will begin moving into their houses and in the afternoon returning students will move in. Move-in day is … Continue reading →