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Westminster School

13712-104 Ave NW, Edmonton, T5N 0W4, AB, Canada — Central London — adjacent to Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey
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Annual Fees$ 11,539 – $ 19,618
Ages12 – 19

Westminster School is a IB school in Edmonton, Canada. Founded in 1920. It serves 773 students for students aged 12–19. Annual tuition ranges from $11,539 to $19,618 USD.

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Location & Getting There

13712-104 Ave NW, Edmonton, T5N 0W4, AB, CanadaOpen in Maps
Central London — adjacent to Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey
Westminster School — Campus
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Westminster School — Sports
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NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1920
Year Founded
773
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
Bursaries Available
Duke of Edinburgh

Key Details

Curricula Offered
IBYes
Accreditations
IB
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

King's Scholarships are the school's academic scholarships. Approximately 12 King's Scholars chosen each year: eight boys at 13+ entry and four girls at 16+ entry. All scholars board and belong to College house. Boys pretested in Year 6 for 13+ entry; 16+ scholars chosen based on entrance exam results. A King's Scholarship may be supplemented by a bursary up to 100% for proven financial need.

Means-Tested Bursaries

Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

All standards relating to leadership and governance, quality of education, pupils' physical and mental health, social and economic education, and safeguarding are met. The school demonstrates significant strengths including strong academic achievement, a culture of respect and intellectual challenge, extensive pupil-led initiatives with over a third of pupils involved in volunteer work, and robust safeguarding arrangements.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Governors maintain sharp oversight of all aspects of school life
Teachers have significant subject knowledge and use lessons to stretch and challenge pupils' thinking
Pupils consistently achieve high grades in GCSE, A level and pre-university examinations
Width, quality and typicality of pupil-led initiatives and volunteer work
Culture in which pupils of all backgrounds develop self-esteem and the ability to reflect
Relationships across the school characterised by sophisticated respect and tolerance
Robust and continually reviewed safeguarding arrangements
Pupils feel safe with effective safeguarding training and support systems
Areas for Development
Ensure careers programme is improved by providing opportunities for pupils to engage with a wide range of employers and employees
Continue planned upgrading of changing and toilet facilities for female pupils
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Key facts

Founded
1920
Ages
12–19 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
773

About

Westminster School is a state-run, coeducational day school in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It has been an authorized IB World School since June 1999, offering English language instruction to the local community. The school is coordinated by Mrs. Laura Johnson.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

Outstanding Oxbridge and top US university placement; historic central London location; King's Scholarships with bursary support up to 100%; strong academic results at A-Level and GCSE including Pre-U; co-educational Sixth Form since 1973.

University Destinations

Oxford
Cambridge

Fees & Financials

Day fees £10,488 – £11,463; Boarding fees £15,144 – £15,447; King's Scholarship fees £9,090 – £10,488

Original currency: Day fees £10,488 – £11,463; Boarding fees £15,144 – £15,447; King's Scholarship fees £9,090 – £10,488.

Student Life

House System

11 houses in total; six have boarders; one is girls-only boarding; King's Scholars belong to College, one of the six boarding houses.

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Playing Fields
Sports Centre
Arts
Music
Drama
Academic
Theatre
Recital Hall
Chapel

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
12 – 19
Student Body
Boarding capacity178

School Background

Governance & Ownership

public

Religious Affiliation

Church of England

Sports Programme

Facilities
Playing FieldsSports Centre

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Westminster School are Day fees £10,488 – £11,463; Boarding fees £15,144 – £15,447; King's Scholarship fees £9,090 – £10,488 per academic year.