Rothesay Netherwood School | Independent Schools

Overview

Co-ed/Gender

Co-ed

Total Boarding

129

Day Grades

6-12

Boarding Grades

6-12

Boys Boarding Students

61

Girls Boarding Students

68

Boys Day Students

114

Girls Day Students

80

Average Class Size

19

Students Who Attend Post-secondary

100%

Average Students per Dorm

37

Number of Dorms

4

Student/Teacher Ratio

7:1

Student Body

323

Year Founded

1877

Campus Size

125 Acres

School Profile

Founded in 1877, Rothesay Netherwood School (RNS) is a progressive, co-educational independent day and boarding school for Grades 6 to 12 that offers a rigorous academic program to a diverse student body in one of Canada's safest communities. RNS is 100% committed to educating, celebrating and supporting each student so they can be their best.

RNS’s exceptional academic program is complemented by our signature co-curricular and extra-curricular programming that enriches the student experience and imparts life-long value. Our unique daily Advisor Program ensures every student is surrounded by a strong network of highly qualified, dedicated faculty and staff whose mission is to provide academic, emotional and social guidance and support. This individual attention is the hallmark of an RNS education – our graduates are confident, compassionate leaders with a global perspective and a determination to make a difference in the world.

The RNS campus is housed on 125 pristine acres in the safe, picturesque province of New Brunswick. The campus boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities that foster top-tier learning. The brand-new Science Hall building, slated to open in September 2021, will focus on STEAM curriculum for the modern age, revolutionizing teaching and learning at RNS.

Mission & Values

Our Mission

To provide a nurturing environment where students are empowered to embrace their individuality while pursuing the greater good.

Our Values

Character - We believe character is developed through respect, responsibility, kindness, and citizenship.

Courage - We believe courage is built by taking risks, embracing challenges, and being open to new experiences.

Creativity - We believe creativity is fostered by embracing imagination, new ideas, and innovation.

Community - We believe community is powered through empathy, engagement, and lasting relationships.

Applications & Fees

Application Deadline:

Rolling

Application Fee

$100.00 CND for Canadian Students $200.00 CND for International Students

Domestic 7-Day Boarding Tuition:

$46,200.00 - $47,080.00 CND

International 7-Day Boarding Tuition:

$75,260.00 - $76,140.00 CND ($57,170.00 CND for US boarding)

Day Tuition:

$26,390.00 - $40,790.00 CND

Semester or Term:

Term

Need-Based Aid:

Offered

Merit Scholarships:

Offered

Payment Plans:

Offered

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Admission & Entrance Test Requirements

Admission Requirements

The completed application form
The completed applicant questionnaire to be done by the candidate
Final report cards for the last two years and a copy of the current report card
Copy of the candidate's passport and parents' passport
The completed Teacher Confidentiality Form
Interview

Entrance Test Requirements

Candidates are accepted based on information provided during the Admission Process

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School Differentiators

The RNS daily Advisor Program ensures that each student receives high levels of emotional and social support from an enormously committed faculty and staff.
RNS is a progressive community with long-standing traditions.
RNS is located in a beautiful and safe community in Eastern Canada.
In the RNS community, we know each other, not only by name, but by what makes each member unique and valued.

Programs

International Baccalaureate:

Offered

Program Details:

We are an International Baccalaureate World School - Diploma Programme

Pre-IB English
Pre-IB French Core
Pre-IB French Intermediate
Pre-IB French Advanced
Pre-IB French Literature
Pre-IB Geography
Pre-IB Science
Pre-IB Mathematical Foundations
Pre-IB Music
Pre-IB Visual Arts
Pre-IB Drama
Pre-IB English
Pre-IB History (World History)
Pre-IB History (Canada and the 20th Century) (French)
Pre-IB Science
Pre-IB Mathematics
IB English SL/HL
IB French SL ab initio
IB French SL (one year)
IB French HL
IB Spanish SL ab initio
IB Economics SL (one year)
IB Geography SL/HL
IB History SL/HL
IB Information Technology in a Global Society (ITGS) SL/HL
IB Environmental System and Societies SL (ESS) (one year)
IB Biology SL/HL
IB Chemistry SL/HL
IB Physics SL/HL
IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL (ESS) (one year)
IB Mathematics 11 Analysis & Applications SL
IB Mathematics 11 Applications & Interpretations SL
IB Music SL/HL
IB Literature & Performance SL
IB Visual Arts SL/HL
IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

Accreditiations

Canadian Accredited Independent Schools
International Baccalaureate

Community Service & Trips

RNS students are actively involved with numerous organizations including local chapters of Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Habitat for Humanity, the Youth Philanthropy Initiative, PALS, the Terry Fox Run, and Project Linus.

Students assist local foodbanks and shelters and take part in International Service opportunities through Round Square.

They also mentor and help fellow students through peer tutoring and are actively engaged in school service initiatives through prefectships.

RNS offers yearly trips to:

New York City
Le Massif, QC or Jay Peak, VT for skiing
Washington, DC
Longer break trips/service trips have included Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, Peru, Machu Picchu, India, Italy, and Greece, to name a few.

Summer Programs

RNS Camps offers a variety of diverse camp options throughout the year, including March Break and summer camps. The camps are predominantly activity / sport based.

We also offer a three-week English as a Second Language (ESL) camp, which helps prepare students for participation in an English-speaking school.

During March Break and over the summer, day camps are offered that include music, leadership, STEAM and multiple sports.

East Coast Basketball Academy, Gusto Hockey and Top of the Hill Strength and Conditioning are also available through RNS Camps.

All prices, dates and details can be found at www.rns.cc/camps

Academics

3D Design
Acting
ADD/ADHD Support
Algebra
Art
Art History
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Band
Biology
Biotechnology
Botany
Business
Calculus
Calculus AB
Canadian History
Ceramics
Chemistry
Choral Music
Choreography
Classical History
Clubs Program
College Counselling
Community Service
Composition
Computer Applications
Computer Engineering
Computer Programming
Creative Learning Centre
Creative Writing
Current Events
Debate
Directing
Distance Learning
Drama Club
Drawing
Duke of Edinburgh
Earth Science
Ecology
Economics
Electronic Music
English
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship Signature Program
Enrichment Centre (for academic support)
Environment
Environmental Science
Ethics
European History
Evening Study Assistance
Exchange Programs
Exercise Science
Faith
Film and Video
French
Functions
Genetics
Geography
Geology
Geometry
Global Leadership Diploma
Grade 9 and 10 Discovery Program
Graphic Design
Guidance and Career Education
Guitar
Health
History & Citizenship
Human Geography
Individual Instruction
Integrated Science & Technology
International Baccalaureate
Internship
Laptop Program (Gr. 6-12)
Leadership
Learning Centre
Learning Differences
Literature
Medieval History
Microbiology
Middle School Engineering & Design
Moral Philosophy
Multimedia
Musical Theatre
Music for Beginners
Music History
Music Theory
Online Learning
Outdoor Education
Painting
Peer Tutoring
Personal Finance
Philosophy
Photography
Physical Education
Physical Science
Physics
Physiology
Piano
Playwriting
Poetry
Portfolio
Post Graduate Year
Pottery
Principles of Mathematics
Probability
Production
Pro-Engineering Sciences
Publications
Public Speaking
Recording
Robotics
Sculpture
Silkscreen
Skills Program
Social Justice
Social Studies
Songwriting
Success Program
Spanish
Stage Band
Stagecraft
Statistics
Strings
Studio Art
Study Skills Assistance
Subject Tutoring
Teacher Advisor
Technology Centre
Theatre Arts
Theatre Design
The Bible
Theory of Knowledge
Trigonometry
Twentieth Century
Visual Arts
Vocal Music
Voice
Web Based Learning
Western Civilization
World History
World Issues
Writer's Craft
Yearbook

Co-Curriculars

Alpine Skiing
Badminton
Basketball
Brass Ensemble
Camping
Choral Music
Cricket
Cross-Country
Curling
Chess Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Dance
Drama Club
Debate Club
Diversity Club
Drama Club
Duke of Edinburgh
Environmental Club
Field Hockey
Football
Future Business Leaders
Golf
Guitar Ensemble
Hiking
ice Hockey
Ice Skating
International Club
Jazz Ensemble
Learn to Skate Club
Leadership Program
Martial Arts
Mountain Biking
Mock Trial
Model UN
Nordic Skiing
Outdoor Education
Peer Tutoring
Photography
Piano
Quiz Bowl
Rock Climbing
Rowing
Rugby
Robotics
Robotics/Tech Girls
Skiing
Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Stage Band
Snowboarding
Student Activities
Student Government
Tech Crew
Tennis
Theatre
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Yearbook
Yoga
Weightlifting
Weekday and Weekend Planned Activities

Campus

Access to Off Campus Pool
Basketball Court(s)
Fitness Centre
Fitness Facilities
Health Centre
Hockey Rink
Home Theatre
Ice Hockey Training Facility
Indoor Basketball Court(s)
Indoor Climbing Wall
Kitchen
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Newly Renovated
Racquetball Court(s)
Round Square
Rowing Facility
Soccer and Sports Fields
Squash Courts
Technology Centre
Tennis Courts
Theatre
Varsity Strength & Conditioning Centre
Vending Machines
Volleyball Court(s)
Weight Room
Wireless Internet