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When should students start thinking about university applications?

As early as Grade 9. Early planning helps ensure the right course selection, a strong academic record, and meaningful extracurriculars that support long-term goals.​

 

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How do I choose high school courses that keep university options open?

At Lead to Global Education, we guide students to select courses aligned with potential majors, ensuring they meet prerequisites for a wide range of competitive Canadian and international programs.

 

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How can my child stand out outside the classroom?

At Lead to Global Education, we help students develop focused, impactful extracurricular profiles—whether through leadership, research, competitions, or community service—tailored to future application goals.

 

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Does Grade 11 performance matter for university admissions?

Yes. Many universities review Grade 11 marks for early offers or when Grade 12 marks are not yet available. It’s a critical preparation year. At Lead to Global Education, we never encourage our students to ignore Grade 11 performance, especially if the students' targets are top universities and programs.

 

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Can you help students discover what they want to study?

Yes. At Lead to Global Education, we offer interest assessments, discussions on academic strengths, and exposure to career paths to help students define their academic direction and university goals.

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What is academic enrichment and why is it important?

Enrichment includes advanced learning beyond the school curriculum—such as summer programs, math contests, or university-led workshops—that can demonstrate passion and ability.

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Can you help with STEM or business competition planning?

Absolutely. At Lead to Global Education, we support participation in events like DECA, math contests, coding challenges, or business case competitions to strengthen profiles for selective programs.

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What if my child wants to study abroad?

At Lead to Global Education, we introduce early strategies for U.S., UK, or international applications—guiding students on course selection, standardized testing, and global extracurricular credentials.

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How do you support students aiming for specialized programs like engineering or fine arts?

At Lead to Global Education, we help students identify program-specific prerequisites and begin building portfolios or relevant experiences as early as Grade 10 or 11.

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What kind of ongoing support do you offer before Grade 12?

At Lead to Global Education, we offer personalized planning, regular check-ins, course and activity reviews, and preparation for major milestones to ensure readiness for the application phase.

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