Private School Directory Fall 2023

12 Bond Cres., Richmond Hill, Ontario | Pace.ca

The Academy for Gifted Children – P.A.C.E. is devoted entirely to meeting the needs of identified intellectually gifted students in Grades 1 to Grade 8. Through a differentiated curriculum built on greater depth and breadth of instruction, P.A.C.E.’s mission is to enhance the abilities of its students while simultaneously addressing their social and emotional needs. Gifted children need high-powered learning experiences to challenge their minds and ensure intellectual growth and achievement.

Grades

Grade 1 to Grade 8

Type/curriculum

Academic, Compacted, Accelerated, Gifted

Average Class Size

18

Total enrolment

300

Tuition

$18,500

Financial assistance available

No

Open House Dates

Visit pace.ca/admission-form for more information.

3080 Bayview Ave., Toronto, Ontario | 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.

443 Mount Pleasant Rd., Toronto, Ontario | 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 mind- sets, 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.

21 Ascot Ave., Toronto, Ontario | 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 enrichment with 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, 2023; November 7 & 8, 2023 Tours available daily Monday to Thursday.

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

Grade 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)

10 Rosehill Ave., Toronto, Ontario | 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.

26 Mallard Rd., North York, Ontario | 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.

21 St. Clements Ave., Toronto | 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; the ability to think deeply, critically, creatively, and 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 a.m. to 11 a.m. (In-person) November 17, 2023: 9 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 addi- tional open house details.

400 South Dr., Winnipeg, Manitoba | sjr.mb.ca

Nestled within an oxbow of the Red River lies Western Canada’s oldest independent school, St. John’s–Ravenscourt. As a co-educational kindergarten to Grade 12 school with boarding and day programs, students are engaged in an enriching experience. The school’s strong educational offerings balance academic excellence, social responsibility, creative expression, and active healthy living. The school prepares students for their future with exceptional debate, public speaking, and leadership programs.

Grades

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Type/curriculum

University preparatory, STEM, debating, day and boarding school

Average Class Size

20

Total enrolment

896

Tuition

$26,670 to $28,635 (day), $50,700 to $60,234 (domestic boarding), $72,000 (international)

Financial assistance available

Yes

Open House Dates

Visit sjr.mb.ca/admissions/important-dates for a list of open house dates.

1515 Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario | 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, Ontario | 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 well- rounded curriculum of rigorous academic studies, global citizenship, competitive sport, healthy active living and community service. The tradition of inspir- ing 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., Toronto | 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.

250 Madison Ave., Toronto, Ontario | waldorfacademy.org

Waldorf Academy is a global name in holistic, arts-enriched education. The school 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

Nursery (18 months) 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.

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 well-being 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 Open House) November 1, 2023: 6:00 p.m. (Middle School Open House) November 2, 2023: 6:00 p.m. (Senior School Open House)