Should I go to Canada? and finish my education there? (Just finished GCSEs)?

Question

My cousin's ex-girlfriend (I've known her for a long time and she looked after me when I lived with her and my cousin/family) gave me an option for me to live with her in Canada. I've recently been having problems at home with my brothers forceful aggression and i'm fining it hard to cope with it all... My dad is just as threatening and is also just as violent. Lucky for me, my mum is saint however she will not take much action against him - the police are involved in this.

I have recently received my GCSE results and I passed with almost all of the subjects, however, I was planning on taking Biology for A-levels as I generally have an interest for it. I gained a C and I needed a B, I really did try but timings let me down once again. Me and a family friend of mine tried to push for it but speaking to the deputy head personally however he wouldn't negotiate. My school doesn't really offer the subjects that I would like to do... Canada has many opportunities for me in having an education that i'm passionate about. I love Biology and knowing that I can't do it for an A-level is really disappointing.

However, although she's said that she would look after me... the grass always looks green. I can't expect her to take full care of me... but I'm so tempted! she's such a lovely person and treats me as a sister. My dads family also live there... Should I take the risk and go? What is the education like in canada? will it be like A-levels?

Thanks!

Answer 1

You'll find the standards in education much higher and the competition for University places fierce. GCSEs are basically meaningless in Canada because they're just like getting through Grade 10. A-levels are approximately equivalent to getting a diploma from Grade 12. You won't even get a decent job if you don't get your high school diploma. I took biology all throughout high school and at University level and it was a fantastic learning experience. You'll learn far more in Canada but you'll need higher grades to pass than you would in Britain.

Answer 2

I would say go for it.it sounds fun, plus you've got the opportunity to learn an extra language as well as immerse yourself in a new culture. This, in addition to the ability to adapt well to the new surroundings will make you v attractive to future employers. will probs be worth the extra work.

Answer 3

The Canadian School System is very similar to the American school system you would be in High School and probably graduate at either 17 or 18. I would recommend going if you wanted to but you would have to apply to live there which could take many years to accomplish and very expensive. If you are interested you should try going to a solicitor who can help you find the right immigration status, and help you get into the country without problems.