The Private and Independent School Directory Fall 2024
Trinity College School
55 Deblaquire St. N., Port Hope, Ontario | tcs.on.ca
Trinity College School provides day (Grades 5 through 12) and boarding (Grades 9 through 12) students with the time, space and resources to realize their individuality. Students can discover new areas of interest and focus on meaningful pursuits in academics, arts, athletics and service learning. Students are supported by dedicated teachers and advisers as they become confident and caring global citizens who are ready to make a positive impact wherever their journey takes them.
- Grades
- Grade 5 to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Co-educational, day and boarding school, liberal arts
- Average Class Size
- 14
- Total Enrolment
- 590
- Tuition
- $32,500 (day), $76,000 (domestic boarding)
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 5 (all grades);
October 26 (Grade 5–8);
November 9 (Grade 9–12).
On-campus tours can be scheduled by contacting [email protected].
St. Clement’s School
21 St. Clements Ave., Toronto, Ontario | scs.on.ca
It’s different at St. Clement’s School (SCS). There’s something special going on, a kind of energy filled with curiosity and courage. It’s the way the students approach things, from learning to discovery to play. It’s the way they teach—more than just the requisite skills; the ability to think deeply, critically, creatively, and become more self-aware. SCS 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
- 15
- Total Enrolment
- 470
- Tuition
- $38,000
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 18: 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. (in person);
October 22: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (virtual);
November 15: 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. (in person)
St. John’s-Ravenscourt School
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 inspiring environment. The school’s strong educational offerings provide a balance of academic excellence, social responsibility, creative expression and active healthy living. With exceptional debate, public speaking and leadership programs, the school prepares students for their future.
- Grades
- Kindergarten to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Day and boarding school, STEM, university prep
- Average Class Size
- 22
- Total Enrolment
- 900
- Tuition
- $28,000 to $29,000 (day), $54,000 to $61,000 (domestic boarding), $76,000 (international boarding)
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Visit sjr.mb.ca/admissions/important-dates for a list of open house dates.
Walden International School
2035 Upper Middle Rd. E., Oakville, Ontario | waldeninternationalschool.com
Walden International School is an authorized IB World School that delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) to students in JK through Grade 5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to students Grades 6 through 8. Walden’s dedication to wellness, service learning, environmental stewardship and international mindedness ensures that students are well-prepared for secondary school studies and beyond. Walden is committed to nurturing young people who will become globally responsible citizens.
- Grades
- Junior kindergarten to Grade 8
- Type/Curriculum
- Co-educational, International Baccalaureate
- Average Class Size
- 16
- Total Enrolment
- 210
- Tuition
- $23,500 to $25,000
- Financial Assistance Available
- No
- Open House Dates
- November 2: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The York School
1639 Yonge St. & 1320 Yonge St., Toronto, Ontario | yorkschool.com
The York School is a gender-inclusive, junior kindergarten to Grade 12 independent school located in the heart of Toronto. Its mission is to nurture curious learners to become globally minded leaders with integrity and purpose. The school is on the cutting edge of IB innovation, offering signature programs across all grade levels that engage, inspire and challenge students. Its project-based, hands-on learning environment empowers students to explore solutions to real-world problems.
- Grades
- Junior kindergarten to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Gender inclusive, International Baccalaureate
- Average Class Size
- 16 to 22
- Total Enrolment
- 755
- Tuition
- $40,350
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 16: 10 a.m. (in person, JK–Grade 5);
October 16: 1 p.m. (in person, Grade 9);
October 17: 1 p.m. (in person, Grade 6–7);
November 6: 10 a.m. (virtual, junior school);
November 7: 10 a.m. (virtual, Grade 6–12).
Collingwood School
70 Morven Dr. & 2605 Wentworth Ave. West Vancouver, British Columbia | collingwood.org
Collingwood’s personalized approach fosters academic excellence and well-being as students pursue their passions across academics, athletics, arts and service learning. With an emphasis on belonging, the school values authentic, real-world educational experiences, collaboration, character development and problem-solving. Graduates receive offers to global post-secondary institutions and are ready to enter the world as resilient critical thinkers.
- Grades
- Junior kindergarten to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Academic, day school, gender inclusive
- Average Class Size
- 20
- Total Enrolment
- 1,256
- Tuition
- $27,100 to $30,750
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Information evenings on September 24, September 26, October 16 & October 22
Greenwood College School
443 Mount Pleasant Rd., Toronto, Ontario | greenwoodcollege.org
Greenwood is a Grade 7 to 12 co-ed, independent school where students develop the knowledge, skills and character they need to reach their full potential. The school’s personalized academic program provides each student with a high level of both challenge and support, and its welcoming, gender-inclusive community fosters open-mindedness and engagement. Greenwood’s progressive, student-centred approach to learning is coupled with an innovative Adviser Program to offer challenging experiences and guidance.
- Grades
- Grade 7 to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Academic
- Average Class Size
- 15 to 19
- Total Enrolment
- 500
- Tuition
- $44,920
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 8: 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Canadian College Italy
Lanciano, Italy | canadiancollegeitaly.com
Canadian College Italy (CCI) is an independent Ontario-accredited boarding school that has been offering top-tier university prep since 1995. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, the school’s students thrive in small classes with personalized academics led by expert teachers. Its enriching extracurricular programs and educational trips around Italy build worldliness, resilience and compassion. More than 3,000 alumni have benefited from CCI’s transformative philosophy and forged global friendships that last for life.
- Grades
- Grade 9 to Grade 12, including gap year
- Type/Curriculum
- Academic, boarding school, co-educational, university prep
- Average Class Size
- 10
- Total Enrolment
- 100
- Tuition
- €43,900
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Private virtual and on-site campus tours are available upon request.
Call 1-877-272-8907 or email [email protected] to book.
Lakefield College School
4391 County Road 29, Lakefield, Ontario | lcs.on.ca
The Lakefield College School (LCS) community—and approach to educating teenagers—is like no other. Students participate in transformative educational experiences designed to engage young leaders to care for and contribute to their communities and the earth. They embrace their individuality within a community of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The LCS waterfront campus, one of the largest among Canadian boarding schools, provides an optimal learning environment, inside and outdoors, enabling students to thrive.
- Grades
- Grade 9 to Grade 12, with Summer Academy for ages 4 to 18
- Type/Curriculum
- AP capstone, day and boarding school, liberal arts
- Average Class Size
- 14
- Total Enrolment
- 435
- Tuition
- $40,500 (day); $73,500 (domestic boarding)
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 19: 10 a.m. (in person);
November 23: 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. (virtual).
Visit lcs.on.ca/openhouse for more information.
On-campus tours by appointment; email [email protected].
The Sterling Hall School
99 Cartright Ave., Toronto, Ontario | 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 a 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
- 18 to 20
- Total Enrolment
- 320
- Tuition
- $37,000
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 25: 8 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.;
November 15: 8 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.;
November 29: 8 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
St. Michael’s Choir School
66 Bond St., Toronto, Ontario | smcs.on.ca
Since 1937, St. Michael’s Choir School (SMCS) has nurtured creativity, academic achievement and musical excellence in a unique faith-based environment. In addition to a rigorous academic program, each student is trained in vocal and instrumental studies. The school is not only renowned for its music program, but consistently ranks at the top of Ontario schools. The choirs of SMCS tour and perform internationally. For 88 years, graduates have pursued studies in science, education, medicine, law, business and, of course, music.
- Grades
- Grade 3 to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- Academic, all boys, Catholic, music
- Average Class Size
- 24
- Total Enrolment
- 250
- Tuition
- $8,200
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Visit smcs.on.ca/admissions for more information.
Personal tours are available by appointment.
Bond Academy
1500 Birchmount Rd., Scarborough, Ontario | bondacademy.ca
Bond emphasizes the holistic growth of students by fostering the acquisition of 21st-century skills. The secondary program creates an environment that nurtures learning in bright young minds, preparing them for their post-secondary pathways and future endeavours. Accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education, the school’s program delivers the curriculum while addressing the needs, interests and learning styles of today’s students, equipping them for participation in the global community.
- Grades
- Montessori Casa, Kindergarten to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- MOE curriculum, Montessori
- Average Class Size
- 15 to 18
- Total Enrolment
- 312
- Tuition
- $13,500 to $16,800
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Visit bondacademy.ca for details or email [email protected] to book a private tour.
Waldorf Academy
250 Madison Ave., Toronto, Ontario | waldorfacademy.org
Situated in the heart of Toronto near Casa Loma, Waldorf Academy has provided exceptional education to thousands of students from child care to Grade 8 for almost 40 years. Founded on an innovative approach to child development, the school nurtures each child’s natural abilities to foster creative learning, social growth and independent thinking through a unique blend of academics and arts, science and music, classroom and playground.
- Grades
- Junior kindergarten to Grade 8
- Type/Curriculum
- Academic, co-educational
- Average Class Size
- 10 to 18
- Total Enrolment
- 130
- Tuition
- $22,460 to $24,943
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- Reach out to [email protected] to find out about our custom tours and open houses.
St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School
1080 Linbrook Rd., Oakville, Ontario | smls.on.ca
Established in 1891, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School (SMLS) combines the welcoming, close-knit community of a small school with all the advantages of a larger one. Balancing academic excellence with global citizenship, competitive sport, healthy active living and community engagement, girls have every opportunity to explore and unleash their potential. SMLS is designed to give girls the confidence to make their way in the world—and the courage to leave their mark on it.
- Grades
- Junior kindergarten to Grade 12
- Type/Curriculum
- All girls
- Average Class Size
- 15
- Total Enrolment
- 500
- Tuition
- $25,685 to $33,280
- Financial Assistance Available
- Yes
- Open House Dates
- October 24: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.;
October 29: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.;
November 2: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
