Information for Parents
- School Fees
- Important Dates
- Study Permit
- Medical Examination
- Visas
- Health Insurance
- Flights
- Accommodation
Middle School Students (grades 6, 7, 8): $12,700 CAD plus $600 CAD for pocket money.
High School Students (grades 9, 10, 11, 12): $13,750 CAD plus $700 CAD for pocket money.
For new students, a deposit of $1,500 is payable within two weeks of your child's acceptance. For those returning, a $1500 deposit is due by February 1st to hold his/her place. Deposits will be deducted from the total fees due. Please note, in the event that you choose to give up your child's place in the school, the deposit is not refundable.
The remainder of the fees may be paid in two installments; the first due by June 1st prior to enrolment, the second is due by December 1st.
2022-23 Academic Year
Open Day - no classes - Jun 15
Principal's Tea (Academic Awards) - Jun 16
Graduation Events - Jun 17
AM Puja - Jun 18
Students Leaving - Jun 18-20
2023-24 Academic Year
Students Arrive - Sept 25-26
Winter Break/Students Leave - Dec 15
Students Return - Jan 6-8
Students Leaving - Jun 23-24
Check our Academic Calendar for additional detail.
Every student who is not a Canadian national or permanent resident, needs a Study Permit to attend the DEVI School. This must be obtained before coming to Canada. The study permit application is done online, and all documents need to be scanned. If this presents a problem, it is possible to apply by post, but we recommend using the online service.
An application for a Study Permit requires a letter of acceptance, which we will provide on enrolment, proof of identity (such as a passport), and proof of financial support. The DEVI School will assist you in this process.
In applying for the study permit, it is not necessary to apply one year at a time. Study permits have been granted to students for the full length of their intended studies. Factors that might limit the length granted by immigration include expiration date of student's passport and proof of financial ability to support student's term of study. Feel free to contact us for additional information before you apply for a study permit.
- Further information from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Apply online for Study Permit
- How to provide proof of financial support
Custodianship
At the DEVI School, the Principal is the legal custodian of the students. This means, for example, the princicpal can give permission for a medical procedure in the event of an emergency.
By law, a custodianship declaration form must be completed for children less than 17 years of age who study in Canada without a parent or legal guardian. It is submitted as part of the study permit application.
The custodianship form has two pages. Page 1 is for the school to declare we accept custodianship of the student. Page 2 is for the parent to declare they assign custodianship of the student to the school. Page 2 must be signed in the presence of a notary in your home country.
More information on custodianship declaration
Additional Notes to Parents about Online Visa Application
When answering the visa eligibility questionnaire (Check your eligibility), or providing answers in the visa application, ensure that questions are answered “as the student”. It is assumed that students are filling in the application themselves. For example for the question, “What is your marital status?” the answer would be “never married/ single”.
When asked whether student will be in Canada with a parent or ‘legal guardian’, the term ‘legal guardian’ here does NOT refer to custodian. So the answer to this question would be NO in almost all cases.
For the question “Have you been accepted to a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)?” the answer here is YES. All primary and secondary schools in Canada are DLIs although they may not be included on the published list of DLIs.
Students from some countries will need a medical examination. In addition, any student who has lived in one of these countries for six or more consecutive months in the year prior to the date they wish to enter Canada will need a medical examination:
Citizens of some countries will need a temporary visa to enter Canada, in addition to your passport from your home country.
Please note the documents required to obtain a visa may vary depending on the country you are coming from. More information can be found via the links below.
Please remember to check your child's passport and ensure that it does not expire during their period of stay.
It is the parents responsibility to have sufficient and adequate health care coverage for their child. Most students from overseas will not be eligible for government healthcare. Some countries may provide healthcare coverage for their citizens while studying abroad. Parents are required to provide proof of coverage, whether from private insurance or government healthcare.
A cost effective health insurance provider is: Medavie Blue Cross - Travel to Canada
Nova Scotia is part of Atlantic Canada, which is closer to Europe than any other part of North America; a direct flight from London to Halifax is just under six hours. The Halifax International Airport, a full-service airport with access to major hubs across the globe, is an hour and a half by car from Mill Village. The cost of flights will vary depending on the time of year; a return flight from London can range from CA$500 to $950 (approximately GB£300 to GB$600, or €350 to €700).
The DEVI School team and Nova Scotia collective will provide transportation from the Halifax International Airport to Liverpool, and back again, for a small fee.
International Layovers - Allowing Enough Time between Flights
If you are entering Canada from a port other than Halifax (E.g., St John's, Toronto, Montreal, or Vancouver) and you are connecting with another flight in Canada, please consider whether there is a long enough gap between your arrival in Canada and your departure to Halifax. In case you don't have enough time to clear customs before your departure to Halifax, you may incur considerable additional travel expense if you miss your flight. Some things to consider when determining how much time you need between flights are:
Was a visa or study permit issued already, or do you expect to have these issued by the immigration services at the port of entry? DEVI School recommends having these in advance of your travel.
Is your connecting flight in the same or different terminal than your arriving flight? If in different terminals, you should allow for more time.
Is your connecting flight with the same or different airline than your arriving flight? If a different airline, more time may be needed.
Also bear in mind that immigration services at some airports may be busier than others. E.g., Toronto might be considerably busier than St John's.
Parents and guardians accompanying students to the DEVI School for pick-ups/drop-offs are responsible for arranging their own accommodation while in Nova Scotia. September is arguably one the most beautiful months to visit this fair province! So if possible, leave yourself enough time to explore, have a good hike or paddle a canoe, taste some of our fresh seafood and most certainly enjoy swimming in the ocean.
We would suggest booking accommodation at one of the following four locations:
Best Western, Liverpool
This was the host hotel for our 2011 Canadian Sahaja Yoga Seminar. It is within walking distance to the Sahaja Yoga Centre in Liverpool; about 15 minutes away. Grocery stores and coffee shops are just next door. There is a pool for the kids to enjoy and a good breakfast included in room rates.
www.bestwestern.com +1 902-354-2377
Lane's Privateer Inn
This is a long-time family-run inn in a lovely setting. It's just a stone's throw from the Liverpool Sahaja Yoga Centre and five minute walk to local cafes, the lighthouse, etc. A full breakfast can be included for an extra charge. There is no pool but there is a full service restaurant with gourmet shop and cafe.
www.lanesprivateerinn.com +1 902-354-3456
White Point Beach Resort
This lodge is set right on the Atlantic Ocean, has a pool, sauna, gym, spa, kids' activities, canoe and kayak rentals, full-service restaurant, hiking trails, gift shop, golf course, evening musical entertainment and stunning views of the ocean at every turn. This lodge fills up quickly, especially during summer/early fall months, so bookings here need to be made as soon as possible. Guests of this lodge would need to rent their own car, hire a taxi or the lodge's van to get into Liverpool as it's situated about 10 minutes outside of town.
www.whitepoint.com +1 902-354-2711
Motel Transcotia (less expensive)
Motel Transcotia is located in Brooklyn, along the South Shore region of Nova Scotia. The motel includes 22 units (single, twin, and double beds), with 4-piece baths, cable television, radio, and telephone. A licensed dining room is available on site.
www.novascotia.com +1 902-354-3494