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Foundation of Spring Term
- Merrickville, Canada
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A three-month spring term in ESL, Physical education and maths for students whose school year ends in March.
What you will learn
- Develop introductory knowledge of Spring Term
- Strengthen academic communication and quantitative or analytical skills as relevant
- And prepare for progression to further study.
Career outcomes
- Transition into Grade 9 or Grade 10 at a Canadian secondary school
Curriculum
- One term from April to June covering ESL
- Physical Education and online Mathematics supported in class by certified Ontario teachers. Students can earn three OSSD credits
- Or four in the Extended Spring Term
- On a case by case basis. Small classes and immersion combine academic English with practical communication.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recent report card or transcripts
- Completed online application
- English assessment (IELTS
- TOEFL or Fulford's internal assessment)
- Personal statement. For ESL students from countries such as Japan whose school year ends in March
- Entering Grade 9 or 10 in September
- Offered case by case.
Accepted academic background
Recent report card or transcripts, Completed online application, English assessment (IELTS, TOEFL or Fulford's internal assessment), Personal statement. Aimed at international (Japanese) students entering Grade 9 or 10, Also Grade 11-12 age, Offered case by case.
Language tests
- IELTS Not published
- TOEFL iBT Not published
- Duolingo Not published
- Institutional test Not published
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Spring Term Program at Fulford Academy. Complete the school application and provide recent academic records and identity documents requested by the admissions team. Pay the application fee and attend the required admissions interview. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $23,500 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $350 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Merrickville |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Fulford Academy |
| Department | Department of Spring Term |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 8 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship options may depend on nationality, Merit and current funding. Check the published award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
April 2028
Apply by
1 Feb 2028
444 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2028. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $23,500 CAD per year. The application fee is $350 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Not published, TOEFL iBT Not published, Duolingo Not published, Institutional test Not published. An interview is required.

