—What did you learn today? —
An independent, co-educational Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition — forming confident young people of competence, conscience, compassion and commitment, from Kindergarten to Grade 12, on the Hill since 1856.
St. Bon's has produced the most Rhodes Scholars of any K–12 school in Canada — 29 and counting. In 2022 our graduating class had a 100% university acceptance rate and was awarded $600,000 in scholarships. Educating students in St. John's and surrounding areas since 1856
Four ideas at the heart of a St. Bon's education
You don't have to be Catholic to go here. You can believe in any religion — we respect all beliefs. What we ask of every student is an open mind and a generous heart.
Excellence in learning
Enriching and extending the provincial curriculum — with Advanced Placement courses in high school, in class and online through the Arrupe Virtual Learning Institute.
Cura personalis
Care for the whole person — intellectual, emotional, physical, social and spiritual — in every classroom, from Holland Hall to Mullock Hall.
Men & women for others
Our students volunteer more than 24,000 hours every year — every high-school student gives at least 90 hours to the community.
Magis — striving for more
The greater good, in the classroom and beyond it. 100% of our students take part in at least one extracurricular program.
More than a curriculum
A full academic pathway from Kindergarten to Grade 12 — and signature programs you will find nowhere else in the province.
K–12 & Advanced Placement
Inquiry-led learning that enriches and extends the Newfoundland & Labrador curriculum, with AP courses in the senior grades — and university acceptance to match.
Our approach →Hockey Program
The only program of its kind in the province: a 32-week intensive with expert coaches — including ex-NHL players — on our own campus rink, the St. Bon's Forum, as part of the school day.
The program →Choirs, Bands & Ensembles
One of the most comprehensive music programs in the province — from Kindergarten choir to the Wind Ensemble that has performed at the Vatican for two Popes.
Explore music →Teams & competition
Sports Day since 1894, Boyle Cup history, and provincial banners across soccer, volleyball, basketball and more — sport as formation of character and community.
Athletics →Campus Ministry
Retreats from Kindergarten to Grade 12, eight full-school masses a year, and the Christian Service Program — faith turned into action, for students of every belief.
Campus ministry →Student life & The Adelphian
Debate, drama, gardening for the food bank, Duke of Edinburgh, Student Ambassadors — and a yearbook tradition dating back to 1908.
Student life →Straightforward tuition.
Confidential help when you need it.
For families in need of financial assistance, our Bursary Program helps offset the cost of tuition. Every application is confidential, and the amount awarded is specific to your family's situation — independently assessed by Apple Financial Services. Bursary applications are normally accepted between January and March for the following school year.
| First child | By request |
| Additional children | Sibling rates apply |
| Employer-paid tuition | By request |
| International students | Contact us |
Spend a day on the Hill.
Curious to see what we're all about before applying? Any student who is interested is welcome to join us as a Student for a Day — getting to know their future classmates, meeting teachers and staff, and getting an inside look at what it means to be a St. Bon's student. It isn't a test; it's an invitation.
Admissions are rolling — no need to wait, you can apply at any time. Kindergarten families: our Kinderstart information session runs every October. International families should contact Admissions early to plan the school year.