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A bilingual, authentic and affordable province on the East coast of Canada.

Canada · New Brunswick · 13-18 years · 1 term / 1 semester / 1 school year

High School programme in New Brunswick

New Brunswick is a province located on the East coast of Canada. It is the only officially bilingual province in the country.

The English-speaking part is mainly in the west and represents around 70 % of the population. The French-speaking part is more to the east and represents around 30 % of the population. This cultural diversity makes it an authentic destination for experiencing a Canadian school immersion.

Programme key facts

The key information for placing the High School programme in New Brunswick.

Country and province

Canada, New Brunswick, on the East coast.

Duration

A 16-week term, a 5-month semester or a 10-month school year.

Age

Programme for young people aged 13 to 18.

Programme

New Brunswick International Student Program, run by Atlantic Education International Inc.

Arrivals

Possible airports: Fredericton, Moncton, Miramichi or Saint John.

Why choose New Brunswick?

  • An authentic destination off the beaten track.
  • A province rich in cultures and traditions.
  • A safe, warm environment that is conducive to learning.
  • Affordable tuition fees, among the cheapest in the country.
  • A lower cost of living than in most Canadian provinces.
  • A wide range of schools and subjects.
  • State-of-the-art facilities in every school: Auditorium, Culinary tech lab, Makerspace Lab, Music room, Science Labs, Sports fields.
  • Many activities and sports organised by the schools and the district.
  • Landscapes between the Atlantic Ocean and wide open spaces.
  • Outdoor sports: skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, whale watching.
  • Involved and warm host families.
  • Lively cities and wilder regions.
  • Possibility of obtaining a High School Diploma.

New Brunswick International Student Program

The New Brunswick International Student Program is run by Atlantic Education International Inc., an organisation created in 1997 by the province of New Brunswick.

The programme is known for the quality of its teaching. New Brunswick has the best consistent secondary school graduation rate in Canada. The education system is the same throughout the province, with 36 high schools spread across the territory.

The programme

Stays can last a 16-week term, a 5-month semester or a 10-month school year.

Students choose 5 subjects per semester, that is 10 subjects for a full year. English support lessons are offered to students whose level is below B2. The NBISP chooses the school according to the student's profile, priorities and interests.

Academic subjects

  • Accounting
  • Business Organization and Management
  • Canadian Literature
  • English
  • Journalism
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Environmental Science
  • Native studies
  • Political Science
  • Economics
  • Law
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics

Arts, languages and communication

  • Digital Production
  • Theatre Arts
  • Music
  • Science Spanish
  • Visual Arts
  • Band
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Glee Club
  • Photography Club
  • Yearbook Committee

Technology and school life

  • Robotics & Automated Technology
  • Information technology
  • Art Club
  • Bike Club
  • Chess Club
  • Multicultural Club
  • Oratorical Competition
  • Peer Helpers
  • Student Council
  • Social Club

Sports and activities

  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Cross Country
  • Curling
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Hockey
  • Rugby
  • Intramural Sports at noon
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling

School life and excursions

The New Brunswick International Student Program does not place the student in a school chosen in advance by default: the school is selected according to the participant's profile, priorities and interests.

Every school has modern facilities and offers sporting, artistic and social activities. The local coordinator organises one activity a month.

The district also offers three optional trips a year, for example to Niagara Falls, Quebec City or the Rocky Mountains.

A typical school day

  • 08:30 Warning Bell
  • 08:35 Announcements
  • 08:50 Period One
  • 09:45 Period One Dismissal
  • 10:00 Warning Bell
  • 10:05 Period Two
  • 10:55 Period One Dismissal
  • 11:10 Warning Bell
  • 11:15 Period Three
  • 12:05 Period Three Dismissal
  • 13:05 Warning Bell
  • 13:10 Period Four
  • 14:05 Period Four Dismissal
  • 14:20 Warning Bell
  • 14:25 Period Five
  • 15:20 Period Five Dismissal
Host family in New Brunswick

Host family

The families are selected by the district's accommodation managers. They are warm and welcome young people as a member of their family.

They look after the student's safety, well-being and support during the stay, in a living environment that is conducive to integration and to progress in English.

Local coordinator

During the stay, the student benefits from the help and support of the local coordinator. This person also takes part in the selection of the host family.

The coordinator answers questions, provides the necessary assistance and becomes the main point of contact during the programme.

Indicative prices 2026-27

Indicative prices 2026-27, flights included from Brussels or Paris.

  • 1 school year, early September - late June: 18 145 €
  • 1 school semester, late August/early September - late January, or early February - late June: 11 365 €
  • 4 months, early September or early February: 9 450 €

Our prices include

  • Return flight from Brussels or Paris, up to 1 200 €.
  • Selection of the secondary school and tuition fees.
  • Accommodation in a single room, full board with a host family.
  • Registration fee.
  • Access to extracurricular activities, sports and clubs.
  • Return transfer between the designated airport and the family at the start and end of the stay.
  • Assistance, support and follow-up from the local partner during the stay.
  • Orientation meeting on site.
  • Compulsory medical insurance.
  • Regular assessment reports during the stay.
  • Motivation interview and English test before departure.
  • Move & Study service before, during and after the stay.
  • 24/7 emergency number.

They do not include

  • Accommodation supplement for a special diet.
  • Any excursions and outings.
  • Optional courses.
  • Membership fees for certain sports clubs or extracurricular activities.
  • Visa or eTA fees.
  • Optional insurance.
  • Pocket money: allow around 350 CAD per month.
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