The Private and Independent School Directory Fall 2023

3080 Bayview Ave. | bannockburn.ca

Bannockburn is recognized for outstanding academic standards, a steadfast commitment to Montessori education, and deep respect for the potential in every child. Bannockburn’s program offers an enriched curriculum that exceeds provincial standards and nurtures a love of learning. Children flourish in a child-centred community that cultivates independence, imagination and intellect. Every family at Bannockburn is proud to call it home.

Grades

Preschool (18 months) to Grade 6

Type/curriculum

Co-educational, Montessori

Average Class Size

Varies by age

Total enrolment

200

Tuition

$17,975 to $27,300

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 15, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. January 21, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. April 21, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

298 Lonsdale Rd. | bss.on.ca

The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) is a leading independent junior kindergarten to Grade 12 day and boarding school for girls. The school’s rigorous inquiry-based curriculum prepares students for university and beyond. The campus includes STEAM-focused learning spaces, design and athletics facilities. As an inclusive girls’ school, the school fosters belonging by affirming a diverse community. For more than 150 years, BSS has inspired students to be fearless and educated them to be leaders.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All girls, inquiry-based

Average Class Size

18 to 22

Total enrolment

940

Tuition

$37,500 (day student), $69,300 (domestic boarding), $72,400 (international boarding)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 19, 2023: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Junior School) October 26, 2023: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Middle and Senior School)

2660 Yonge St. | blytheducation.com

Blyth Academy is a network of private schools for Grades 4 to 12. With eight campuses across Ontario (six in the GTA), a live virtual campus (Blyth Academy Orbit) and Ontario’s top online high school (Blyth Academy Online), students have a variety of flexible yet rigorous study options. Small class sizes with dedicated teachers and guidance ensure students receive the attention they need to be successful in university and beyond.

Grades

Grade 4 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Co-educational, elite athletic training available

Average Class Size

12

Total enrolment

700

Tuition

Full-year tuition: $20,325 to $23,550; part-time study options available

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Visit blytheducation.com for details.

10 Elm Ave. | branksome.on.ca

Branksome Hall, a leading independent International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for girls, fosters a passion for learning and cultivates an innovator’s mindset, empowering students to positively influence the world. Its distinctive approach combines exceptional academics, well-being and international mindedness, nurturing future leaders who contribute meaningfully to their communities. The school’s liberal arts curriculum prioritizes critical thinking, inquiry and values sense of community, inclusiveness, creativity and making a difference.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All girls, International Baccalaureate

Average Class Size

16 to 22

Total enrolment

900

Tuition

$38,990 to $42,490

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 24, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (Middle School) and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Senior School) October 25, 2023: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Junior School)

Lanciano, Italy | canadiancollegeitaly.com

Since 1995, Canadian College Italy has been providing the highest-quality private boarding school education in an unparalleled Italian setting. Live in a safe and picturesque medieval town between the mountains and sea. Study in small classes with expert educators committed to your success. Develop your skills with extensive extracurriculars. Find worldliness in educational trips around Italy, and make lifelong friends in our close and supportive international community.

Grades

Grade 9 to Grade 12, including gap year

Type/curriculum

Academic, co-educational university preparatory boarding school, Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Average Class Size

10 to 12

Total enrolment

100

Tuition

Full year: €42,900

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Email admissions@canadiancollegeitaly.com or call 1-877-272-8907 to book. Private virtual and on-site campus tours are available upon request.

2365 Bayview Ave. | crescentschool.org

Crescent School has been a leader in boys’ education since 1913. The school’s mission—Men of Character from Boys of Promise—is a beacon that guides students as they discover who they are, how they can lead and the legacy they can leave behind. The faculty use active, experiential and relational learning techniques—proven ways boys learn best. The school nurture’s each student’s wellbeing while cultivating excellence in academic and co-curricular programs.

Grades

Grade 3 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All boys, progressive

Average Class Size

16

Total enrolment

800

Tuition

$39,590 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 25, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Middle and Upper schools; Grade 7 to Grade 12) October 26, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Lower School; Grade 3 to Grade 6)

200 Racco Pkwy., Vaughan, and 2600 Major Mackenzie Dr. W., Maple | delanoacademy.com

Delano is a 21st-century International Baccalaureate candidate and university preparatory school that values evidenced-based best practices for teaching and learning. Delano is a place of rigorous curriculum standards and globally minded education, with a balance of academics, arts, athletics and student wellness. The school supports students in harnessing resiliency and critical-thinking skills as visionary makers, creators and innovators. Delano enriches learning as a STEAM and tech-rich school.

Grades

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Liberal arts, progressive, International Baccalaureate

Average Class Size

16 to 18

Total enrolment

150 (Thornhill campus); 65 (Maple campus)

Tuition

Starting at $22,600

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Private tours available.

443 Mount Pleasant Rd. | greenwoodcollege.org

Greenwood College School is a gender-inclusive independent school established in 2002 with a mission to provide a personalized education that challenges, inspires and supports students. Students can pursue their passions through co-curricular athletics and arts. Greenwood emphasizes character development through its extensive outdoor education program and its service-learning programs. The school’s classrooms and curriculum leverage experiential learning and are highly collaborative, student-centred and fully integrated with technology.

Grades

Grade 7 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, gender inclusive, progressive

Average Class Size

15 to 19

Total enrolment

500

Tuition

$42,780 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 12, 2023: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (in-person) Weekly tours begin September 14 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. until December 19, 2023. In 2024, tours will run once a week.

1451 Avenue Rd. (Upper School) and 460 Rosewell Ave. (Junior School) | havergal.on.ca

Havergal students are empowered to become the architects of their education. As an all-girls school, Havergal offers a rigorous curriculum designed around the pillars of academics and well-being. In collaboration with mentors, teachers and a supportive peer community, students learn new ways to express themselves with creativity, enthusiasm and self-confidence. They graduate with inquiring mindsets, ready to solve problems in a changing world.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All girls, liberal arts, academic

Average Class Size

18 to 22

Total enrolment

1,040

Tuition

Day school: $39,540 Boarding school: $72,290 (domestic); $74,365 (international)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 17, 2023: Junior School October 18, 2023: Grade 7 and Grade 9 Tours are in-person.

2241 Mississauga Rd., Mississauga | inspireyourdaughter.ca

Holy Name of Mary College School is a progressive and vibrant independent Catholic school that provides girls in Grades 5 through 12 with rich educational opportunities and a multitude of co-curricular activities to ignite interests and broaden horizons. With a distinctive balance of support, encouragement and nurturing relationships, the school’s mission is to empower young women to transform the world through intellectual curiosity and personal growth.

Grades

Grade 5 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All girls, university prep

Average Class Size

15 to 18

Total enrolment

180

Tuition

$23,695 to $24,495

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 21, 2023: 10:00 a.m. (in-person) November 4, 2023: 10:00 a.m. (in-person) November 15, 2023: 6:30 p.m. (in-person Grade 9 information evening)

21 Ascot Ave. | hudsoncollege.ca

For more than 20 years, Hudson College has continued to serve a diverse community of families from across Toronto. Starting with a Reggio Emilia– inspired approach, the Lower School promotes a strong foundation in math, language and science while interweaving arts, athletics and character education. The Upper School’s three-semester system continues this tradition of balance and enrichmentwith fewer subjects at a time, guided study periods for individual support, and extracurricular activities to nurture every student’s unique interests.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic

Average Class Size

16 to 20

Total enrolment

440

Tuition

$18,250 to $19,500

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 21, November 7 and November 8, 2023 Tours available daily Monday to Thursday.

2 Valleywood Dr., Markham | jaddisonschool.com

On the heels of celebrating 20 years, and as Canada’s pre-eminent private day and boarding school, J. Addison School endeavours to provide an inclusive environment that fosters co-operative learning, intelligence, creativity and innovation. The school encourages students to continually and conscientiously challenge themselves to reach their full potential, preparing them for the future and equipping them with confidence, integrity, compassion, independence and leadership in their pathway to becoming globally responsible thinkers of tomorrow.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Private, day and boarding, Ontario curriculum

Average Class Size

15

Total enrolment

250

Tuition

$18,000 to $24,000 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

In-person and virtual tours by appointment only.

10 Rosehill Ave. | lindenschool.ca

Founded in 1993, the Linden School is recognized for its academically motivating and socially progressive program. Linden’s welcoming community is small enough for everyone to be truly seen, yet large enough to offer a range of vibrant programming, extracurriculars and community engagement opportunities. Taught by nationally recognized educators, students enjoy STEM, arts, humanities, outdoor education, languages, athletics and more. Linden empowers students to craft their talents, take risks and graduate ready to build a better world.

Grades

Senior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, progressive, girls and non-binary

Average Class Size

11 to 13

Total enrolment

113

Tuition

$21,850 to $29,450. Excludes one-time infrastructure fee.

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 19, 2023: 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (in-person) November 9, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (in-person) Visit lindenschool.ca for more winter and spring open house events.

50 Poplar Plains Rd. | mabin.com

The Mabin School fosters original thinkers, adaptive leaders and caring citizens. With a small studentteacher ratio, it’s Canada’s first independent Ashoka Changemaker School, promoting leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and empathy. Mabin’s sustaining principles of inquiry, integration and reflection are integral to the social and academic program. Students are empowered to think deeply about the people around them in order to make change in their own community and beyond.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 6

Type/curriculum

Co-educational, progressive, inquiry-based

Average Class Size

20

Total enrolment

150

Tuition

$31,990

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 19, 2023: 9:00 a.m. (in-person) November 16, 2023: 9:00 a.m. (in-person) Individual school tours available throughout the school year.

658 Broadview Ave. | montcrest.ca

Montcrest School is a welcoming community that specializes in cultivating incredible young people. Montcrest believes in small class sizes, unparalleled student-teacher relationships, and that individuality is something to protect, not suppress. Montcrest believes in meeting students with the ideal supports—and just right challenges—for each age and stage, so they emerge as secure, self-directed young people who excel in academics and life. Simply put, Montcrest helps children become who they’re meant to be.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 8

Type/curriculum

Academic, co-educational

Average Class Size

8 to 18

Total enrolment

340

Tuition

$30,000 to $46,675

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Campus tours available by appointment; visit montcrest.ca.

26 Mallard Rd., North York | northmount.com

Northmount School is a Catholic independent boys preparatory school with a supportive, nurturing environment and highly committed staff. The school fosters a partnership between parents and students to establish a rich and vibrant community. Northmount helps each student to reach his full potential, emphasizing academic excellence, character development, values and service, which lead to a meaningful, balanced and fulfilling life.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 8

Type/curriculum

Academic, all boys, Catholic (open to all, regardless of faith background)

Average Class Size

15

Total enrolment

150

Tuition

$20,200 to $24,600

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 18, 2023, November 27, 2023, February 7, 2024, February 27, 2024, April 17, 2024 Personal tours available by appointment. All open houses are in-person, from 10:30 a.m. until noon.

1967 Bright St., Rosseau | rosseaulakecollege.com

Rosseau Lake College is an independent co-educational day and boarding school. The school was established in 1967 in the heart of Muskoka, Ontario, a region dotted with pristine lakes and areas of hardwood forest. The lakefront campus provides a unique environment for an innovative academic program that immerses your child in powerful experiential learning that’s impossible to gain in traditional classroom settings.

Grades

Grade 7 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic

Average Class Size

18

Total enrolment

140

Tuition

$24,400 to $71,300 (day school to international boarding)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

In-person and virtual appointments are available by appointment.

4620 Finch Ave. E. | royalcrownschool.com

Royal Crown School is a prestigious private school located in Toronto. The school offers rigorous and progressive academics, personalized attention and small class sizes. The school’s elite basketball program sends numerous alums to NCAA schools and even the NBA. A balanced student body of local Canadians and international students enriches the community and prepares students to thrive in the world. The school’s compassionate community empowers students to unlock their potential.

Grades

Grade 7 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, co-educational

Average Class Size

10 to 15

Total enrolment

300

Tuition

$22,800 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Contact admissions at admissions@royalcrownschool.com for a virtual or in-person tour.

21 St. Clements Ave. | scs.on.ca

The energy at St. Clement’s School is filled with curiosity and courage. It’s how students approach things, from learning to discovery to play. It’s how the school teaches—more than just the requisite skills. SCS nurtures the ability to think deeply, critically and creatively and to become more self-aware. The school fundamentally believes each student is unique and should be known and valued as such.

Grades

Grade 1 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, all girls

Average Class Size

16

Total enrolment

460

Tuition

$36,225 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 13, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (in-person) November 17, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (in-person) October 24, 2023: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (virtual) Visit scs.on.ca/open-house to register and for additional open house details.

1515 Bathurst St. | stmichaelscollegeschool.com

Since 1852, St. Michael’s College School has been forming young men in goodness, discipline and knowledge for lives of leadership and service. The school is Canada’s only Catholic, Basilian, independent school, educating boys from Grade 7 to Grade 12 in a university-preparatory program. The campus near downtown Toronto features state-of-the-art facilities; the latest technology; robust academic, arts and athletics programme offerings; and more than 60 clubs and activities.

Grades

Grade 7 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All boys, liberal arts

Average Class Size

22

Total enrolment

850

Tuition

$23,250

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 19, 2023: 7:00 p.m. October 24, 2023: 7:00 p.m.

1080 Linbrook Rd., Oakville | smls.on.ca

St. Mildred’s–Lightbourn School has a proud history of educational excellence for girls and young women. From day one, the school has been a pioneer in women’s education, delivering a wellrounded curriculum of rigorous academic studies, global citizenship, competitive sport, healthy active living and community service. The tradition of inspiring and empowering women continues to be the hallmark of St. Mildred’s–Lightbourn School today.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

All girls

Average Class Size

Varies

Total enrolment

550

Tuition

$26,187 to $33,602

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 5, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. October 19, 2023: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. October 21, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. October 24, 2023: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Visit smls.on.ca/apply/visit-smls for more information and to RSVP.

99 Cartwright Ave. | sterlinghall.com

The Sterling Hall School (SHS) delivers innovative academic practices and boy-focused programming that inspires growth, curiosity and a passion for learning. The school specializes in educating boys from junior kindergarten to Grade 8, providing foundational learning and leading-edge curriculum taught by dedicated faculty. SHS boys are challenged to develop new interests, build character strengths and foster leadership skills, all supported by a welcoming and nurturing community. Visit SHS to learn more about the school where boys belong.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 8

Type/curriculum

All boys, progressive

Average Class Size

16 to 20

Total enrolment

325

Tuition

$35,000 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 20, 2023 November 3, 2023 November 24, 2023 Visit sterlinghall.com/admissions/inquire for more information and to RSVP today.

Toronto Campus: 306 Lawrence Ave. E. West Campus: 1293 Meredith Ave., Mississauga | tfs.ca

TFS’s mission is to develop multilingual critical thinkers who celebrate differences and strive for the betterment of humankind and the planet. The pioneer of French immersion in Canada, TFS offers a bilingual education that is unparalleled. TFS teaches the curricula of France and Ontario through the framework of the IB programs. With campuses in Toronto and Mississauga, the school offers exceptional facilities and a diverse, nurturing, coeducational and non-denominational environment.

Grades

Age 2 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Bilingual, co-educational, non-denominational, International Baccalaureate

Average Class Size

Varies; approx. 22

Total enrolment

1,500

Tuition

$23,070 to $39,020

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

In-person open house events for each age group are held in October and November at both the Toronto and West campuses. Visit TFS.ca to register.

401 Reynolds St., Whitby | trafalgarcastle.ca

Trafalgar Castle School, an independent day and boarding school for girls, located in Whitby, Ontario, has been educating students since 1874. A warm and progressive community, Trafalgar offers exceptional academics and prepares students to make a difference in the world. By challenging minds, strengthening voices and nurturing hearts, Trafalgar prepares students for a future of endless possibilities.

Grades

Grade 4 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, all girls

Average Class Size

16

Total enrolment

240

Tuition

Grade 4 to Grade 6: $27,950; Grade 7 to Grade 8: $28,770; Grade 9 to Grade 12: $32,030

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 3, 2023: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. November 25, 2023: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

55 Deblaquire St. N., Port Hope | tcs.on.ca

Trinity College School attracts motivated students locally, nationally and internationally and respects each person as a true individual. Students are surrounded by caring adults who support them as they find their personal path. With more than 120 courses offered, the curriculum is collaborative, rich in discussion, and writing-intensive. The school’s variety of athletic and art co-curriculars allows students to explore, discover and focus on what matters most to them.

Grades

Grade 5 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, advanced placement, liberal arts, day and boarding school

Average Class Size

14

Total enrolment

600

Tuition

$31,000 (day school), $57,000 (boarding school – Grade 9)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 14, 2023: 10:00 a.m. (Senior School) October 28, 2023: 10:00 a.m. (Junior School) November 25, 2023: 10:00 a.m. (Senior School) February 3, 2024: 10:00 a.m (Junior School)

4486 16th Ave., Markham | unionvillecollege.com

Unionville College (UC) seeks to inspire, guide and challenge students. The school incorporates emerging technologies through labs, laptop programs and robotics extensions. STEAM is integrated into the curriculum from Montessori preschool to Grade 9. There is a focus on nurturing innovative learners through a high-quality program that includes fine arts, athletics and French language. UC offers many extracurricular activities, and specialized teachers provide safe, welcoming environments for all learning styles.

Grades

Preschool (20 months) to Grade 10

Type/curriculum

Montessori (preschool and kindergarten), academic and gifted program (elementary and secondary)

Average Class Size

22 to 24

Total enrolment

1,000

Tuition

$16,500 to $18,350

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 21, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (in-person) January 13, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (in-person) April 6, 2024: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (in-person)

250 Madison Ave. | waldorfacademy.org

Waldorf Academy is a global name in holistic, arts-enriched education. Waldorf Academy offers children the best possible start by keeping their imagination and sense of wonder at the heart of the curriculum. Integrating experiential learning with academic depth, graduates emerge with a strong sense of self and readiness for high school. Nestled beneath majestic Casa Loma in the heart of Toronto, Waldorf Academy provides a world-class education that centres children amid beauty, nature and the love of learning.

Grades

Childcare to Grade 8

Type/curriculum

Academic, co-educational

Average Class Size

10 to 18

Total enrolment

130

Tuition

$21,700 to $24,700

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Visit waldorfacademy.org for details.

55 Scarsdale Rd., North York | willowwoodschool.ca

Founded in 1980, WillowWood School has a long tradition of delivering targeted, personal education. The staff employs a team approach to teaching and conducts regular education strategy meetings to discuss how best to deliver the curriculum to each student. Classes are small, the atmosphere is warm and technology is at the forefront of the school’s teaching methodology.

Grades

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Academic, co-educational, university prep

Average Class Size

10 to 12

Total enrolment

250

Tuition

$20,600 to $26,350

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

September 23, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. November 18, 2023: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Visit willowwoodschool.ca to book an in-person or virtual private tour and meeting.

Junior School: 1639 Yonge St. Middle and Senior Schools: 1320 Yonge St. | yorkschool.com

The York School is a gender-inclusive International Baccalaureate (IB) school in the heart of Toronto. It prioritizes its students’ physical and emotional wellbeing alongside building their academic strengths to prepare them for the future. Students are inquiring, knowledgeable, caring and engaged world citizens. The school integrates the richness of the IB curriculum with hands-on experiential learning and the latest technological advances. The York School is an urban school with a global outlook.

Grades

Junior kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Gender inclusive, International Baccalaureate

Average Class Size

16 to 20

Total enrolment

755

Tuition

$36,750 per year

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 24, 2023: 6:00 p.m. (Junior School) November 1, 2023: 6:00 p.m. (Middle School) November 2, 2023: 6:00 p.m. (Senior School) For details about virtual events and in-person info sessions, visit yorkschool.com.

4391 County Rd., 29, Lakefield, Ontario | lcs.on.ca

Lakefield College School (LCS) represents a community of students from 40 countries and 8 Canadian provinces. Both challenging and personalized, LCS provides authentic learning experiences focussed on building both community and the potential of each student. With one of the largest waterfront campuses among Canadian boarding schools, its programs leverage the benefits of being outdoors every day– including a deepened connection with, and responsibility to, nature, increased personal wellbeing and better academic performance.

Grades

Grades 9 to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

Co-educational, Day and boarding school, liberal arts

Average Class Size

15

Total enrolment

430

Tuition

$38,600 (day) and $70,000 (boarding)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

October 21, 2023: 10 a.m. (In-person) November 25, 2023: 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. (virtual) Feb 10, 2024: 10 a.m. (virtual) On-campus tours available by appointment (admissions@lcs.on.ca)