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Student Life
Find out what it's like to be an international student at TVDSB
The Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) provides a welcoming, fully inclusive and safe environment for all of our students and their families. With an emphasis on academic excellence, Thames Valley schools provide rich learning environments with innovative arts programs and student leadership opportunities.
London has created a rich history of research excellence, medical advancements and access to quality health care through Lawson Health and Robarts research institutes and the Ivey International Centre for Health Innovation.
Study in a safe, clean, and beautiful city while enjoying a lower cost of living than many larger cities in Canada.
TVDSB International Student Handbook 2026-2027 (PDF)
International Student Registration
We welcome newly arrived Canadians and international students to register for school in Thames Valley.
Language support is offered in all of our elementary schools. Nine secondary schools in London offer English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and it is also available in some areas outside of London.
To register as an international student, contact our International Admissions Team.
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Register for elementary or secondary school in the safe, clean, and beautiful city of London, Ontario, as an international student. You can enjoy the authentic Canadian experience while learning with us for a semester, a full year, or until you earn your high school diploma. |
| One World Welcome Centre |
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We welcome and introduce newly arrived Canadians to our schools and communities through One World. Before you start school, you need a language assessment and an interview so that we can recommend the best programs and placements for you. You will also be introduced to the City of London as well as the resources and services that are available to you. To visit the One World Welcome Centre, call 519-452-2117 or email oneworld@tvdsb.ca. |
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Settlement workers play an important role in welcoming newly arrived Canadians to our community by reaching out to parents and students to help them with their needs. They provide newcomer families and students with information on:
The Settlement Workers in Schools program is provided by Citizenship and Immigration Canada and involves three community agencies; the London Cross Cultural Learner Centre, LUSO Community Services and South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre. |
| Study Opportunities |
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Study Opportunities include:
After graduating with a High School Diploma, London offers world-class post-secondary and research institutions, including:
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| Contact us |
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One World International Welcome Centre 365 Belfield Street Phone: 519-452-2117 Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
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