Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School campus in Ottawa, Ontario

Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School

Ottawa, OntarioDay · Co-edGrades 9 – 12Est. 1977
Grades
9 – 12
Class Size
12 students
Small classes
Founded
1977
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School

Our mission is to prepare each student to become a global citizen who can shape the world.

Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School is a private co-educational school in Ottawa, Ontario, serving students at the secondary level. The school is guided by values of rigor, excellence, integrity.

Core Values

RigorExcellenceIntegrityNurture

Teaching Philosophy

We meet students where they are and help them achieve their personalized goals.

What Makes Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School Special

  • Secondary education
  • K-12 continuum
  • Advanced Placement (AP) program offered
  • Financial aid & scholarships offered
  • 4 arts & creative programs

Academics

Curriculum

Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School offers Local, Traditional, and AP curriculums, with specializations in STEM, Arts, Languages, and Sports.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Rigorous

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

4 programs
Music (instrumental)Music (vocal)Visual artsDrama/Theatre

Sports

7 programs
GolfSkiingSwimmingTrack and fieldHockeySoccerWater polo

Clubs & Activities

6 programs
Model UNRoboticsDramaChoirBandStudent government

Campus & Facilities

Uniform not required

Photo Gallery

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid
Available

Not sure if Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School is the right fit? Get personalized guidance from our AI consultant — it's like having a school advisor in your pocket.

Admissions

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Report cards
  • Interview
  • Reference letters
  • Essay
  • Portfolio
  • Other

Community & Culture

Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School cultivates an intentionally small, personalized community where students thrive academically and personally. With campuses designed to house 75–150 students and average class sizes of just 12, the school creates an environment where teachers and guidance teams know each student by name. The community emphasizes hands-on learning, cross-campus events, and global connection through its membership in Globeducate, a network of 65+ international schools. Students engage in enriching experiences ranging from outdoor education and community initiatives to international leadership summits and educational travel programs, fostering a culture where young people are encouraged to "shape the world."

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion information is not prominently featured on the website. The school does note its membership in Globeducate, which describes itself as fostering "diverse school communities" and creating opportunities for students to "work with others to help build a more equal, fair and sustainable world" through cross-cultural learning and global initiatives. Additionally, the school mentions offering English as a Second Language (ESL) programs at multiple proficiency levels to support international students, though specific DEI commitments or initiatives are not explicitly detailed.

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement details are not prominently featured on the website. However, the school emphasizes open communication with families and hosts an annual University Prep Week dedicated event with expert talks and workshops to help parents and students navigate post-secondary planning. The admissions process encourages family engagement through personalized consultations with admissions advisors and campus tours, and the school maintains regular communication channels through its guidance counselors, who work closely with families on course selection and post-secondary planning.

Accreditations & Recognition

Ministry-inspectedIB

Contact Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School

Blyth Academy Ottawa Upper School serves students in grades 9-12.

Still have questions? Our AI consultants have answers

Browse all private schools in Ottawa

Other schools in Ottawa

Compare schools