Lower School (JK–Grade 6)

All times are listed in Toronto (ET) time.  

• June 3rd at 8:00p.m. — Newly enrolled families join our virtual Town Hall.* 
• July 21st — School uniforms are available for purchase online (see the Purchase School Essentials section below for more information).
• August 4th to 31st — Uniform fitting and alteration appointments are available through our on-campus sewing room.
• August 12th at 8:00p.m. — Newly enrolled and returning families attend our virtual Town Hall.*
• August 15th — Complete the health forms listed on your child's August Schools account.
• August 15th — Provide proof of a valid Provincial or Territorial health card through August Schools (if applicable).
• September 1st to 2nd — Welcome to Ridley Days Orientation
• September 1st — All boarding students arrive and move in.
• September 1st to 5th — Visit Hank's in the basement of School House anytime between 9:00a.m. and 4:00p.m. to be fitted for a uniform without an appointment.
• September 2nd — Lower School Open House and BBQ
• September 3rd — First full day of school

*Keep an eye on your email for a registration link to our upcoming Town Halls, which will be sent to all newly enrolled and returning families in the coming weeks.

This important document tracks school holidays, return to school and end-of-school dates, all of which are crucial for travel planning. Please be mindful of the start and end dates around holidays and long weekends, as our expectation is that students will arrive at Ridley on time and that travel plans will be booked accordingly.

View our Major Dates Calendar

• Sign and submit your enrollment contract on TigerNET.  
• Ensure your account is up to date based on the payment plan you chose on your enrollment contract.  
• Email copies of the following items to our Lower School Office Administrator, Mrs. Jodi Battle, at [email protected].  
  • The completed Consent to Transfer form (if you are transferring from an Ontario school). 
  • Proof of your child’s legal name with a birth certificate or passport scan. 
  • A copy of your child’s final report card (if applicable).

Additional steps for international families:

As your child is a new international student at Ridley College, you are required to submit their immigration documents before they commence their studies at Ridley. 

Log into your TigerNET account to access the Immigration Checklist and upload the required documents for your child to study in Canada. Upload all available documents as soon as they are available.

Your child's Study Permit will be issued upon arrival in Canada. Upload it as soon as possible. If your child needs help uploading it, they should contact the Admissions team, who will be available during orientation.

Learn more about study permits, visas and custodianship requirements.

We offer extensive on-campus health resources for all Ridley students. Please provide your child's health information by August 15th to ensure we can offer the best care.

Submit all medical records and health information through August Schools, accessible via each parent’s TigerNET account.

Before August 15th, you should:
•    Complete the health forms on your child's account.
•    Provide proof of a valid Provincial or Territorial health card (if applicable).
•    Add your child's immunization records.

Learn more about these requirements, systems and our on-campus health care.
 

For your child to make the most out of their Ridley experience, there are a few items that we request you send with them at the start of the school year.

Uniforms

There are three ways for you to order your child’s uniform before arriving in September:

1. Fill out our uniform package order form to receive every item your student needs for the school year. Uniform order forms open on July 21st and close on August 29th. Order your GIRLS uniforms for JK–Grade 3 or Grades 4–6. Order your BOYS uniforms for JK–Grade 3 or Grades 4–6. Note: Uniform orders will start being filled on July 30th.
2. Book a uniform fitting appointment and purchase your items during the appointment. Between August 4th and 28th, your family can book a fitting appointment to ensure you purchase the correct size uniform. 
3. Order individual uniform items at www.shopridley.ca.

Here is our Lower School uniform policy.

Hank's Hours

• Until August 31st, Hank's will be open by appointment only.
• August 31st–September 4th, 9:00a.m.–4:00p.m, no appointment is necessary.
• Starting September 8th, Hank’s will resume regular business hours of 9:00a.m.–5:00p.m. No appointment is necessary.

Returns and Exchanges

Hank’s will be open for returns and exchanges by appointment beginning August 11th.  Please call Hank’s at 905-684-1889 ext. 2243 to make an appointment. 

Alterations

• Beginning August 4th, our sewing room will be open Monday to Friday from 8:30a.m.–5:00p.m. 
• August 31st–September 4th, our sewing room will be open 8:30a.m.–5:00p.m. with no appointment required.

Recycled Uniform Programme

The RCFG operates the Recycled Uniform Programme store on the lower floor of Lower School, with the entrance by Williams Hall. We offer gently used, freshly cleaned uniform pieces, spirit wear, and other unique, gently used Ridley items. The boutique will open in late August. Please check back for exact dates. 

School Supplies

Purchase our recommended school supplies and label each item with your child's name: 

• JK–Grade 1 students should bring a backpack, extra clothing, indoor shoes, a water bottle (with a secure lid) and headphones.
• Grades 2–6 students should bring a backpack, pencil case, headphones, indoor running shoes, a water bottle (with a secure lid), and extra clothing. In addition, Grades 5 and 6 students should also bring a lock for their locker if they are comfortable handling a combination code. 

Technology

Ridley is a Microsoft Office 365 school that provides all necessary software for students. JK–Grade 6 students receive school-owned devices: iPads for JK–Grade 4 and Mac laptops for Grades 5–6. Students may bring their own laptops if they prefer.

As a new boarding family, we know there are many things to consider, from your child’s travel to campus to what they should pack. We want to take the mystery out of the boarding experience to help make the transition to life at Ridley as smooth as possible.

Below are a few steps you need to take before you arrive on campus.

• Book your child's transportation to campus. New boarding students are invited to arrive and move into their boarding houses on September 1st.
• Plan accommodations if your child is arriving before their move-in date. We recommend the following accommodation options:
  • Hospitalité Canada has worked with Ridley College for over 15 years to provide care to international students needing a safe place to live while not at school.
  • International Student Guardianship Canada (ISGC) offers a short-term homestay programme which allows students to stay in a safe and friendly home within a community in Ontario.
• Pack all of the items suggested on our packing list. 

Following house placements in the spring, the Heads of Houses will send all boarders a welcome email and information for the coming school year. 

• Make sure you have signed and submitted your enrollment contract on TigerNET.  
• Ensure your account is up to date based on the payment plan you chose on your enrollment contract.

Additional steps for international families:

Ridley College has recently adopted a new document management system for international students. We request your support to update your child’s immigration documents before school start-up in September. 

Log into your TigerNET account to access the Immigration Checklist and upload the required documents for your child to study in Canada. Upload all available documents as soon as they are available.

Remind yourself about study permits, visas, and custodianship requirements. 

Although we have your child's health records on file, please review and update their information on August Schools by August 15th to ensure we can offer the best care on campus.

Before August 15th, you should:

• Update the health forms listed on your child's account.
• Provide proof of a valid (non-expired) Provincial or Territorial health card (if applicable).
• Update your child’s immunization records.

Refresh your knowledge about these requirements, systems and our on-campus health care in general.  

School Supplies

You likely have all the school supplies ready for September. If your child is entering Grades 2 or 5, they need a couple of additional items:

• Grade 2: Bring a pencil case.
• Grade 5: Bring a combination lock for their locker if comfortable with a combination code.

Uniforms

If your child is moving into Grade 4, there are some changes to the uniform policy. 

Hank's Hours

• Until August 31st, Hanks will be open by appointment only.
• August 31st-September 4th, 9:00a.m.–4:00p.m, no appointment is necessary.
• Starting September 8th, Hank’s will resume regular business hours of 9:00a.m.–5:00p.m. No appointment is necessary.

Returns and Exchanges

Hank’s will be open for returns and exchanges by appointment beginning August 11th.  Please call Hank’s at 905-684-1889 ext. 2243 to make an appointment. 

Alterations

• Beginning August 4th, our sewing room will be open Monday-Friday from 8:30a.m.–5:00p.m. 
• August 31st-September 4th, our sewing room will be open 8:30a.m.–5:00p.m. with no appointment required.

Recycled Uniform Programme

The RCFG operates the Recycled Uniform Programme store on the lower floor of Lower School, with the entrance by Williams Hall. We offer gently used, freshly cleaned uniform pieces, spirit wear and other unique, gently used Ridley items. The boutique will open in late August. Please check back for exact dates. 

Technology

If your child is moving to Grade 5, they will be assigned a Mac laptop this year. Students are welcome to bring their own laptops if they prefer.