Ashbury College: Canada’s International School in the Nation’s Capital, Established in 1891
Located in Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, Ashbury College is a leading independent school for students in Grades 4 to 12, offering both day and boarding programs. Founded in 1891, Ashbury has built a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, character development, and global engagement. Our boarding program welcomes students in Grades 9 to 12, creating a vibrant and diverse community that brings together learners from across Canada and more than 55 countries worldwide.
As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Ashbury provides students with a rigorous and well-rounded academic foundation that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and intercultural understanding. Our dedicated teachers inspire students to achieve their personal best while cultivating the values of integrity, empathy, and leadership.
Ashbury graduates are well-prepared for success beyond high school, with a strong university placement record that includes acceptances to top institutions in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and around the world. Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to explore their passions through athletics, the arts, service learning, and leadership opportunities that foster balance and personal growth.
Rooted in tradition yet forward-looking in its educational approach, Ashbury College continues to prepare young people to make a meaningful difference in an increasingly interconnected world.
Unique Characteristics
Ashbury College: A Global Community of Belonging and Academic Excellence
Founded in 1891 and located in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, Ashbury College stands apart for its deep commitment to diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence. Surrounded by the nation’s diplomatic community, Ashbury welcomes students from more than 55 countries, creating a vibrant international environment where global perspectives thrive. The school’s focus on pluralism—respecting and valuing different backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences—shapes a community where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered to lead with empathy. As a recognized leader in promoting pluralism, Ashbury provides students with the skills and understanding to navigate and contribute meaningfully to an interconnected world.
Academically, Ashbury College is one of Canada’s most respected independent schools and was among the first 50 schools in the world—and the second in Canada—to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. In addition to the IB, Ashbury offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), providing students with flexible academic pathways that suit their goals and strengths. Learners may pursue the full IB Diploma or individual IB certificates alongside OSSD requirements, ensuring a supportive and adaptable educational experience. Ashbury students consistently achieve results above the global IB average and secure placements at leading universities in Canada and around the world.
Combining a rich history with a forward-looking approach, Ashbury College continues to nurture open-minded, academically accomplished, and globally engaged graduates who embody the values of excellence, integrity, and belonging.