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Crofton House School is an all-girls day school in Vancouver, offering the Canadian curriculum supplemented by Advanced Placement courses. In Senior School (grades 8–12), students follow an enriched post-secondary preparatory program that meets BC graduation requirements and includes a wide range of electives and accelerated options. AP courses extend learning beyond the provincial curriculum, and the Ivy Compass program supports personal growth, leadership and engaged citizenship. The school provides extensive post-secondary planning for Canadian, American and international institutions, with continued guidance through graduation. A strong emphasis on language and electives is evident in courses such as calculus, chemistry, computer science, digital film, Mandarin and theatre. The 10-acre campus houses modern facilities including Geoffrey Lau Science Centre, Beedie Fine Arts Centre, a senior school building and multiple arts and athletics venues. Global exchanges and over 60 clubs expand opportunities for leadership, service, and global awareness. The school prioritizes mentorship and character.

Fraser Academy is an independent day school in Vancouver serving grades 1–12. Founded in 1982, it operates two campuses at 2294 West 10th Ave and 2275 West 10th Ave. The school provides a Canadian curriculum aligned to BC Dogwood Diploma, with small class sizes: Junior and Middle School capped at 12, Senior School averaging seven; a 3:1 student–faculty ratio. It emphasizes language-based learning with 1:1 or small-group Orton‑Gillingham instruction for three hours weekly in a multisensory, learner‑centered setting. Students also benefit from 1:1 or device use from grades 1–12, and a School‑Wide Executive Function Curriculum plus 3C thinking and Leadership Training. Facilities include an art room, two music studios, a photo lab/darkroom, a home economics kitchen, woodworking and jewelry workshops, and a tech lab with animation and design capabilities. Fraser Academy supports post‑secondary planning; over 95% of graduates pursue post‑secondary paths. Athletics and Outdoor Education are integral to school life.

King David High School is a co-educational Jewish day school located in Vancouver, British Columbia. It offers a bespoke, integrated dual curriculum that combines general studies with Judaic Studies for students aged 13 to 18. The program aims to develop academic achievement while fostering Jewish identity and ethical leadership, linking classroom learning to community values. The school traces its history to 1987, opening as Maimonides Secondary School; since 2005 it has occupied a purpose-built facility in the Oakridge area, serving a pluralistic Jewish community in Vancouver. The athletics program offers fall, winter, and spring teams, including girls' volleyball, soccer, basketball, track and field, tennis, golf, and more. A broad range of clubs supports intellectual, cultural, and service activities, such as Reach for the Top, Debate, and Chesed, alongside Our World. Hebrew language instruction and Israel awareness are integrated with general studies, with opportunities for experiential learning and travel abroad experiences.

St. John's School Vancouver is an all-gender, independent secular IB World School in Kitsilano, offering the International Baccalaureate Continuum for students aged 4 to 18. The school delivers Primary Years Programme for JK–5, Middle Years Programme for 6–10, and the Diploma Programme for 11–12, with about 570 students enrolled from JK to Grade 12. The campus includes Junior and Senior School facilities, including a Courtyard Playground, a Junior School Music Room, Library and Atrium, plus the Junior School Gym and Senior School Art Studio, Design and Film Studio, Drama Studio, Science Centre, Gunn Gym, Learning Commons and Fitness Centre. The campus supports arts, sciences and athletics, with more than 70 clubs such as Chess Club, Model UN and Business Club. Arts programs include Jazz Band, Strings and Choir; community service includes Kits Beach Cleanup; leadership includes Student Council. The school acknowledges the unceded territories of Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

York House School is an independent JK to grade 12 day school for girls located at 4176 Alexandra Street in Vancouver. The BC Curriculum forms the core framework from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a Reggio Emilia inspired approach to inquiry and project based learning. Advanced Placement courses are offered, and students complete Capstone projects to demonstrate integrated knowledge. Electives are available through the Global Online Academy, allowing Grades 11 and 12 to supplement the core program with mostly asynchronous online studies. The school has a history dating to 1932 and a longstanding bilingual and bicultural tradition, including English and French programs and international exchanges. Facilities include a STEAM lab, a concert band, and a Wellness Hub, with athletic teams called the York House Tigers. York House educates 700 female-identifying students and emphasizes community involvement, leadership, and global awareness through service, exchanges, and a rich cocurricular program for learners.

St. John's-Ravenscourt School is a private, independent, co-educational day school in Winnipeg, Manitoba, delivering the Canadian Curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) options for university preparation. From early years, learning is play-based and evolves into senior-level inquiry with subject-specific labs and robotics. The program uses evidence-based teaching to support students' growth from inquiry to mastery, and the co-curricular program reinforces mind and body through leadership, service, athletics and the arts. The school supports students to achieve their personal best, with a dedicated faculty and a strong community ethos. SJR traces its roots to 1849 and has been fully co-educational since 2006–07; royal patronage was granted in 1981. Facilities include Hamber Hall for dining, Riley Fitness Centre, Dutton Memorial Arena, and the Tom Bredin Athletic Centre Revitalization, with a three-season calendar across Junior, Middle and Senior School sports. A distinctive Portrait of a Graduate emphasizes leadership, service and global awareness, complemented by theatre, music and public-speaking culture.

Located at 2365 Bayview Avenue in midtown Toronto, Crescent School is an all-boys private day school serving Grades 1-12. Founded in 1913, Crescent offers a Canadian curriculum with Advanced Placement and a bespoke program designed for boys. The school teaches through three guiding pedagogies - Active Learning, Experiential Learning, and Relational Learning - and awards the Crescent Diploma to students graduating from Grades 6, 8, and 12; the Diploma embodies Modern and Future-Ready Knowledge, Character-Infused Education and Signature Experiences, and aligns with Crescent's Portrait of a Graduate. Learning emphasizes inquiry, interdisciplinary work and authentic assessment across divisions, with Guidance and University Counselling to support post-secondary planning. The 30-acre campus houses the Cortellucci Family Theatre, three art studios, the Margaret Donnelly Library and a Middle/Upper School Library, plus the Field House and Innes Field. A broad co-curricular program, including Outreach and Global Learning, complements classroom learning and builds character. Campus improvements reflect ongoing investment today.

The Greenwood College School is an independent, co-educational day school in Toronto serving Grades 7–12. Located at 443 Mount Pleasant Road, it offers the Canadian curriculum alongside Advanced Placement courses. The school provides more than 100 credit options with personalized course selection, and Grade 9 French is compulsory. Its high‑challenge, high‑support model emphasizes customization, choice and community in every classroom to help students pursue their passions. State‑of‑the‑art facilities include two gyms with large spectator seating, a Learning Commons, a rooftop terrace, and science labs designed for inquiry. The Innovation Lab supports cross‑disciplinary projects in science, art, history and languages, while a 140-seat theatre anchors the arts program. The campus includes Outdoor Education, the Greenspace Project and leadership opportunities. From Debate Club and Model UN to arts and language activities, Greenwood fosters inquiry, service and personal growth. Opened in 2002, Greenwood continues to challenge students while supporting their passions in life.

Havergal College is an independent girls' day school in Toronto offering JK–Grade 12 on a 22‑acre campus with a tree‑lined ravine and green playing fields. Founded in 1894 and rooted in Anglican tradition, Havergal moved to Avenue Road in 1926 and now blends long‑standing heritage with a modern program. The curriculum follows the Canadian framework with timetabled Advanced Placement options in some Grade 12 subjects and a strong emphasis on wellbeing. French is part of the lower‑school program, and Grade 5 introduces Digital Wisdom, continuing through Grade 8. The campus merges heritage and contemporary spaces, including a double‑height Art Studio and the Learning Commons housing the Old Girls BioWall, plus HC‑X, Havergal's innovation hub for future‑ready learning. On‑campus facilities include three playing fields, six outdoor tennis courts, a 25‑metre pool, a climbing wall and a Fitness Centre, with off‑campus rowing and arena access. Distinctive offerings include the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Centre, Round Square, and the Global Learning & Leading Diploma, plus Global Exchange.

Montcrest is a JK–Grade 8 independent day school in central Toronto that blends small classes with a four-stage grade-band curriculum. JK–SK emphasizes play-based learning, curiosity, relationships, early literacy and numeracy, resilience, and celebrating individuality. Grades 1–3, Discovering, Growing & Connecting, cultivate joyful exploration, belonging, and development of academic skills, self-awareness and confidence. Grades 4–6, Igniting Growth & Discovery, focus on daily adventure, independence, and deeper engagement with the curriculum. Grades 7–8, Igniting Adventure & Ambition, prepare students for high school through an integrated two-year experience that builds independence and critical thinking. Across all grades, Learning Principles are woven through curriculum, School Life & Co-Curriculars, including Arts, Athletics and leadership opportunities, with ongoing emphasis on holistic development and small-class learning. The campus on Broadview Avenue blends historic homes with spaces designed for learning. Real-world connections come from Riverdale Farm and Todmorden Mills, and Montcrest's four House system (Cedar, Mulberry, Sumac, Tamarack) plus a Community Garden Project enrich leadership.

Royal St. George's College is a boys' day school in Toronto's Annex, serving students from Grade 3 through 12. The Ontario curriculum underpins its program, supplemented by Advanced Placement courses. The school teaches in English and integrates critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving across academics, athletics, arts, and service. Facilities include the Design Engineering Studio for hands-on engineering work and the Willner Madge Centre for the Arts, with music rooms, art studios, and a Blackbox theatre. The Centre for the Arts beneath the Chapel brings together instrumental, choral, and visual arts spaces. On campus, a gym and a heated outdoor turf support year-round athletics, complemented by access to city facilities for a broad program of 35 competitive teams across 16 sports; roughly 75% of students participate on at least one team. The school maintains Anglican roots while welcoming diverse backgrounds; a tiered student-support model coordinates accommodations, IEPs, and direct instruction.

St. Clement's School is an independent girls' day school in Toronto with a history dating to 1901. The campus centers on Powell Hall, a multipurpose performance and lecture space, plus a dance studio, a music room, and a visual arts studio, with the Lassonde Library serving Grades 1–12 as a central academic hub. The program is organized into Junior (Grades 1–6), Middle (Grades 7–9), and Senior (Grades 10–12) Schools, and offers the Canadian curriculum alongside Advanced Placement courses and the AP Capstone Diploma, the first Canadian girls' school to implement Capstone. The library and information services are integrated with learning, and technology is woven into daily study through BYOD for Grades 7–12. Language study is central—French through Grade 9, with a second language in Grade 10—while math milestones are emphasized in Grade 12. With over 40 sports teams and more than 70 co‑curricular activities, students explore academics, arts, and athletics within a supportive framework that includes LINCWell and student leadership.

St. Michael's College School (SMCS) is Canada's only Catholic, Basilian, independent school for boys in Grades 7–12, preparing students for university studies in a values-driven, university-preparatory program. Founded in 1852, the campus sits on 11 acres near downtown Toronto with more than 300,000 square feet of learning space. The curriculum blends Liberal Arts with Catholic education and features a digitally integrated Intermediate Programme for Grades 7–8 and New Pedagogies for Deep Learning to develop collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, and citizenship. Experiential Learning & Leadership connects classroom learning to real-world opportunities through Community Engagement and study in fields such as law, architecture, engineering, robotics, computer science, business, and accounting, complemented by an Outdoor and Experiential Education programme. Technology is embedded through a Bring Your Own Device programme for Grades 9–12 (since 2021). Facilities include the Arena, Eugene Melnyk Sports Field, the Design and Technology Lab, the Media Arts Lab, and the 440-seat Centre for the Arts.

Located in downtown Toronto at 50 Poplar Plains Road, The Mabin School is an independent, co-educational JK–Grade 6 with a small, family-like culture and an exceptional student-teacher ratio. It is Canada's first independent Ashoka Changemaker School. The Bespoke Curriculum is co-created each year from students' emergent interests, anchored in inquiry, integration, and reflection. The JK program is enriched and play-based, with regular one-on-one and small-group time to develop motor, literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Language Arts follow the Science of Reading, and French starts in JK, weaving into music, drama, and other subjects. Science uses an Innovation Station for technology-enabled inquiry; Art is taught in an Art Room embedded with classroom themes. Co-Curriculars and Extended Care run term-by-term, with offerings such as Theatre Arts, Dance, Chess, and Math Club. Social-emotional learning is woven through every subject daily, guided by students' questions across disciplines. Community involvement and lifelong curiosity are encouraged.

Located in Toronto at 99 Cartwright Avenue, The Sterling Hall School is an independent day school for boys from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. It delivers the Canadian Curriculum within a close-knit, values-driven community that emphasizes inquiry, collaboration and character. Core subjects include Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Technology, and French, with French embedded across the program and elective pathways in Grades 6–8 such as Journalism, Robotics, Virtual Reality Programming, Spanish, and more. Arts programming—Music, Drama, and Visual Arts—is integrated throughout learning, with facilities like the Sullivan Music Centre, Poile Art Studio and Pryde Science Lab supporting hands-on projects. The Sterling Institute guides curriculum development, and the school maintains CAIS accreditation. The campus features flexible, student-centered spaces, a climbing-wall-equipped fitness centre, and a dynamic learning commons. With about 320 students, 35 sports teams, and 50 clubs, SHS offers leadership opportunities, mentorship, and strong preparation for high school and beyond.

UTS - University of Toronto Schools is an independent, co-educational school for Grades 7 to 12 located at 371 Bloor Street West on the University of Toronto's St. George campus. The school offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and a UTS Diploma earned by meeting academic requirements, completing 60 hours of community service between Grades 9 and 12, and engaging in co-curricular activities aligned with UTS priorities. The curriculum follows the Ontario program with ten courses per year in Grades 7 to 9, with Arts and Health and Physical Education as core components, and a robust Languages program alongside accelerated STEM opportunities. UTS runs a full Advanced Placement program, including the AP Capstone Diploma and the AP Seminar and Research Certificate, supported by the university affiliation and access to U of T libraries and athletics facilities. The campus includes the Fleck Atrium, Lang Innovation Lab, Jackman Theatre, Withrow Auditorium, and the Ridley Centre, with exchange opportunities.

Brentwood College School is a private, six-day boarding school on a 90-acre oceanfront campus in Mill Bay, British Columbia, just outside Victoria. It offers a Canadian curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, preparing students for university through a flexible schedule. The School runs a Tripartite Program in academics, arts, and athletics, with mornings devoted to study, afternoons to arts or sports, and evenings for prep. Courses emphasize experiential learning, including marine biology and oceanography contexts, plus cultural trips that foster global mindedness. Facilities include the five school buildings and the Centre for Innovation and Learning, a 72,000 sq ft hub with a boathouse, Learning Neighbourhoods, a Science Superlab, and Waterfront Learning Spaces. The Eldon and Anne Foote Athletic Centre powers extensive athletics, with a large gym, climbing wall, squash courts, and therapy suites. Outdoor education and a robust arts program complement academic study, supported by a strong community and service ethos.

Island Pacific School (IPS) is a non-profit independent middle school on Bowen Island, British Columbia, serving Grades 6–9 with a maximum of 72 students. The program follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) while delivering the New BC Curriculum to prepare graduates for Grades 10–12 within the BC Graduation Program. English Language & Literature and French Language Acquisition are taught within a full IB/MYP subject array. IPS blends the Equip and Inspire curricula to emphasize inquiry, critical thinking, and character development. The Grade 9 Masterworks Program requires in-depth research, a formal oral presentation, and reflection on external mentors' feedback. IPS emphasizes expeditions and inquiry-based learning, including two extended expeditions annually (fall hiking and spring kayaking). The school fields Ultimate Frisbee teams and tournaments, and features a House System with four houses—Cassiopeia, Andromeda, Orion, and Pleiades—for cross‑grade activities. IPS is CAIS-accredited since 2009 and is a member of ISABC.

Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School is an independent, BC curriculum based school for students who benefit from personalized support and a neurodiversity aware learning environment. Located on a tree lined campus by Seymour River in North Vancouver, the school emphasizes small classes and individualized instruction under British Columbia Ministry of Education framework. Universal Design for Learning guides teaching, with Orton-Gillingham literacy support ensuring reading and writing approaches meet each learner's strengths. A student services team includes an Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Developmental Specialist, and counsellors, providing integrated supports throughout the day. The school offers Dogwood Certificate graduation and leverages partnerships with Emily Carr University of Art and Design and Maplewood Farms for real-world learning. An expanding Makerspace and ADST program delivers hands-on design and technology experiences, while outdoor education and a bus program extend opportunities beyond the classroom. The culture values curiosity, resilience, and collaborative problem solving every day at KGMS.

Shawnigan Lake School is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school situated at 1975 Renfrew Road, Shawnigan Lake, on a 270-acre campus. Serving students aged 12 to 18, the school offers the Canadian Curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses, including the AP Capstone Diploma, which combines AP Seminar and AP Research with AP courses. The program is supported by Learning Centre specialists and an Advisor-Advisee system. Core sciences are taught by the Science Department, with pathways to Provincial and AP exams, and a Junior Science Program for Grades 8 and 9. Modern Languages cover four strands—French as a Second Language, French Immersion, Spanish and Standard Chinese—with AP courses available. Mathematics runs from Grade 8 to 11, with many Grade 12 students taking Pre-calculus 12 or Calculus. Facilities include the Bruce-Lockhart Centre for Creativity, Theatre, Observatory, Recording Studio, and a Learning Centre; Sport Village, ice arena, and Arts and drama program.

Southridge School is a K–12 co‑educational independent school on a 17‑acre campus in South Surrey, British Columbia. The Junior School (K–7) offers International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program and Middle Years Program, with Grade 6–7 completing a two‑year abbreviated MYP that builds on PYP foundations and prepares students for the Senior School. In Grades 8–10, the curriculum is broad and mandatory, with provincial exams in Science, Math, and English in Grade 10; the Senior School also offers Advanced Placement courses. The Senior School Education Program (SSEP) weaves academics with co‑curriculars, service learning, the arts, outdoor education, and character development to prepare students for university study in Canada, the United States, Europe. Facilities include Design Labs, art studios, music rooms, libraries, gyms, and four outdoor fields, including a turf field; a 2024 expansion added an Early Learning Centre. Notable features include Harkness learning, a one‑to‑one laptop program, international exchanges, and leadership opportunities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the ASK program.

Rothesay Netherwood School is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school located in Rothesay, New Brunswick. The school delivers an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Senior School (Grades 11–12) alongside a bespoke Middle School to prepare students for the IB pathway. The Senior School 9–10 program leads into the IB Diploma Programme, supported by an established Mentorship Program and a comprehensive student-support system that includes EAL, the Colin Mackay Library and Learning Commons, University Guidance, and language-testing for US and international applications. The 125-acre campus houses four Georgian-style residences, a Science Hall for STEM curriculum, a 400-seat dining hall, a 200-seat theatre, art and music studios, a Memorial Chapel, and wellness facilities. Extensive sports and recreation facilities include an indoor ice arena, multiple playing fields, tennis courts, squash courts, a running track and a gym with climbing wall. Round Square exchanges and an outdoor leadership program enrich the boarding experience.

Appleby College is a co-educational day and boarding school in Oakville, Ontario, offering the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum for Grades 7–12, with an Appleby Diploma complementary to Ontario Secondary Diploma. Middle School is organized as Middle One (Grade 7) and Middle Two (Grade 8); Upper One (Grade 9) and Upper Two (Grade 10); Senior One (Grade 11) and Senior Two (Grade 12). Students complete a four-year liberal arts program to earn the Appleby Diploma, with Diplomas of Distinction in Global Leadership, Business Leadership, Creative Arts Leadership, and STEM Leadership for focused study beyond the core program. Northward Bound experiences are required in Upper One and Upper Two, including trips to the S. Bruce McLaughlin Northern Campus. The campus features athletic facilities, Design Lab, art and performance spaces, and laboratories. AP courses in music and visual arts are available, and a broad co-curricular program supports leadership, service, and global engagement.

Kingsway College School is a JK–12 co‑educational independent school with two Etobicoke campuses: the Junior School at 4600 Dundas Street West (JK–Grade 8) and the Senior School at 2183 Lake Shore Boulevard West (Grade 9–12). It follows a Canadian curriculum rooted in the Ontario education framework. The Four Doors to Learning Program focuses on academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship, supported by Habits of Mind, Body, and Action. Enrichment extends the core curriculum to deepen learning and support the transition to the Senior School. In the Junior School, French is taught from JK to Grade 8, using the Accelerated Integrative Method in Grades 1–5 and exclusive use of French in Grades 6–8. The Senior School emphasizes pathways and external connections through the KCS Path Program, Place Based Learning, Learning Partners, By Design, and Entrepreneurship. Facilities include a Prototyping Lab with CAD and 3D printing, CommTech Lab, Studio Lab, Learning Commons, and a Market Place with a school café. The campuses connect to form one school, and the program offers extensive clubs across academics, arts, and service.

Lakefield College School is a private, coeducational boarding and day school in Ontario offering the Canadian curriculum with Advanced Placement. Serving Grades 9–12 on a 315‑acre waterfront campus beside Katchewanooka Lake, the school provides AP Physics and AP Biology and begins university guidance in Grade 9, with 100% of graduates entering post‑secondary programs worldwide. The campus features facilities such as the McEwen Family Gymnasium, Bob Armstrong Outdoor Rink, three athletic fields, on‑campus tennis courts, a 34‑foot Desmarais Family climbing wall, an outdoor high ropes course, and 5 km of Nordic ski and cross‑country trails. Waterfront access supports sailing and rowing, and a Partner Equestrian Centre offers riding instruction. The Northcote Campus adds a 160‑acre regenerative farm for sustainability learning. A Learning Support Classroom enhances inclusive learning with collaborative spaces and a sound booth. Distinctive elements include Round Square membership, the Ingenuity Lab for prototyping, and experiential, teacher‑guided learning across subjects.

Pickering College is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school on a 35-acre campus in Newmarket, Ontario. The school uses the Ontario Curriculum as its core framework, with Enriched STEM and Advanced Placement (AP) options, ESL pathways for English language learners. A Global Leadership Program (GLP) runs from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, developing global context and leadership through academics and real-world projects. The Sphere Program (Grades 4–5) offers interdisciplinary STEM units with differentiated instruction. The Senior School features science labs and Maker-space design studios in West Lake House, a 50,000-square-foot hub housing arts, music studios, a library and an assembly hall. On-campus facilities include two gymnasiums, an ice arena, a baseball diamond, and a skating arena; Blue & Silver Farm provides 75 acres of outdoor learning. Boarding residences include Firth House and New House, with a Health Centre on site. The campus hosts 102.7 CHOP FM, the radio station.

Ridley College is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school in St. Catharines, Ontario. Servicing ages 4 to 18, Ridley offers an international and Canadian curriculum with IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside the Ontario curriculum, and the Upper School awards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Ridley is an IB World School and the only independent boarding school in Canada authorized to offer the full IB continuum with an open-access policy for the DP. The DP core includes TOK, EE, and CAS, with six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts. The campus spans 90 acres in the Niagara region, featuring the Mitchell Learning Commons in the Iggulden Building, Paterson Performance Hall, Great Hall, Suzanne Court Family Fitness Centre, Jack Aylott Squash Centre, and Tiger Arena. Ridley supports 75+ co-curricular offerings across arts, sports, service and leadership.

St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School is an all-girls independent day school in Oakville, Ontario, serving JK through Grade 12 on a 10-acre campus in Olde Oakville. The school teaches in English and follows the Canadian curriculum, enhanced by the Reggio Emilia–inspired approach in the Junior School and an Advanced Placement (AP) program in the Senior School. From Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, the curriculum is personalized and real-world, with Middle School students engaging in reach-ahead academics, leadership opportunities, project-based learning, and co-curricular experiences, and Senior School students pursuing areas of passion and deeper learning. AP courses cover Mathematics, Sciences, Languages and Visual Arts, with potential university credit. Distinctive programs include STEM Commons, Global Citizenship, STEM & Robotics, and the Professional Internship. Facilities include a soccer field, indoor gym, science labs and STEM spaces; the campus houses the Student Success Centre and University Guidance, supporting learning and transitions. Preparing students for global futures.

The Country Day School (CDS) is a co-educational independent day school on a 100-acre campus in King Township, north of Toronto. CDS offers JK–12 programming, with the Senior School following the Ontario Secondary School curriculum and providing more than 20 optional courses by the final year; Advanced Placement is offered as an enrichment option with exams through the College Board. The school emphasizes balance, integrating academics, athletics, and outdoor education, with differentiated instruction. A strong university-placement program supports graduates as they pursue post-secondary opportunities. The student body is about 820 students with an average class size of 18. The campus features Junior, Middle and Senior schools, each with a gym, plus a Performing Arts Centre, a sports dome, 10 playing fields, and hiking and biking trails. CDS offers more than 40 clubs and sports, including robotics, debating and Model UN, and Duke of Edinburgh Program, alongside an arts scene.

Founded in 1874 as Ontario Ladies' College, Trafalgar Castle School is an independent day and boarding school for girls in Whitby, Ontario. The school delivers the Canadian Curriculum with Advanced Placement courses offered in grades 11 and 12, and the Senior School provides more than 94 courses, including wrap-around options that award extra credits through experiential learning. Grade 9 Civics and Citizenship introduces students to municipal, provincial and federal governments with guest speakers from NGOs, while Grade 11–12 Recreation and Healthy Active Living Leadership develops leadership in sport and wellness. The school's Full STEAM Ahead program integrates STEM and STEAM across grades 4–12, with robotics, coding, 3D printing and design thinking. On-campus facilities include boarding rooms, a sunlit dining hall, lounges, tennis courts, a swimming pool and two fitness centres. A rich extracurricular program features robotics, arts ensembles, Spanish club and Citizenship and Outreach initiatives that foster service and awareness.

Trinity College School sits on a 100-acre campus in Port Hope, Ontario, and serves about 600 students in Grades 5–12 from more than 30 countries. Established in 1865, the co-educational day and boarding school offers a Canadian curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, including the AP Capstone Diploma program, which requires two Grade 12 courses with AP Seminar and AP Research extensions. The Senior School offers more than 120 courses across nine departments, with travel-based and online learning options. The campus blends a strong arts and sciences culture with extensive athletics; LeVan Hall houses a theatre and music hub, a Visual Arts Wing, and private studios, while a 40,000-square-foot athletic centre supports multiple sports and fitness facilities. An on-site observatory and Anne Currie Telescope support space studies. Students engage in Model UN, debate, service trips, and Week Without Walls, fostering global perspectives and leadership. The school emphasizes well-being and university readiness.

VillNova College is an independent Catholic Augustinian day school on a 53-acre campus in King City, Ontario, serving Grade 4 through Grade 12. The curriculum combines the Canadian framework with Advanced Placement courses in Upper School, including English Literature & Composition, Calculus AB, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Economics. An English as a Second Language program supports Grades 9–12 toward the Ontario Diploma, while a Guided Learning Centre and Teacher-Advisor program offer targeted academic support. The school emphasizes spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development guided by the Augustinian values of unity, truth and love. The campus features the VillNova Athletic Centre (VAC), an indoor facility with basketball courts and a 200-metre track, plus Frankie DeGasperis Fields for turf and grass play. A Project 2025 expansion will create a 330-seat theatre, dining hall, chapel and learning spaces. An arts program, STEM enrichment, service initiatives and a four-house system round out student life.

BCS is an inclusive, independent English-language boarding and day school in Sherbrooke, Quebec, serving Grades 7–12 with a university-preparatory focus. It is an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme (IBDP) or IB course certificates for Grades 11–12, with options to earn the Quebec DES/QSSD or the NBSSD on appropriate forms. The 250-acre campus features two academic buildings, modern labs, a central library, the R.D.W. Howson Enrichment Centre, the Hartland Molson Hall Student Centre, and the Frank W. Ross Infirmary. Eight residences, on-campus sports facilities, and proximity to a university pool and golf course support on-site and post-secondary preparation. ESL support is available for Grades 7–10. Founded in 1836 and co-educational since 1972, BCS maintains Round Square, the Kenauk Institute, and Scholar-in-Residence programs, along with a Duke of Edinburgh Award and a Senegal service project that underscore its international ethos. The school offers co-curriculars across arts, sport, and languages worldwide.

Stanstead College is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school in Stanstead, Quebec, near the U.S. border. Founded in 1872 and independently governed since 1977, the college enrolls students from around the world. The curriculum follows Quebec guidelines with a Canadian program and Advanced Placement offerings, organized into junior (Grades 7–8) and senior (Grades 9–11). Graduation occurs after Grade 11, with options to pursue CEGEP or a Grade 12 intensive university-preparatory program. Instruction is bilingual—English and French—with language choices including Français langue maternelle or French as a Second Language, and an English as a Second Language program. The school supports students with a mandatory evening study period and a Learning Resource Centre, plus a Junior Study Skills Program. Facilities include Colby Hall, the library and Reading Room, the Amaron and Mackay Gyms, Pat Burns Arena, and multiple residential houses. Distinctive programs include Multicultural Week and Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.

The Study is a bilingual all-girls day school in Westmount, Quebec, serving Kindergarten through Grade 11. It offers the Canadian Curriculum with Advanced Placement options and leads to the Quebec Secondary School Diploma (MEES). The campus at 3233 The Boulevard has entrance at 1 Braeside Place. A Mother Tongue bilingual programme develops fluency in English and French from Kindergarten, with Elementary students splitting time between English and French and Senior School taught in French, with a compulsory third language option (Mandarin or Spanish) from Grade 7. The school offers an enriched programme in arts, design technology and athletics, including Academic Excellence, Technology & Makerspace, Leadership, The Arts, and Introduction to Business Fundamentals: Educating Future Women Leaders. Facilities include Innovation Lab, a gym, and 16 sports. More than 40 clubs support academics, arts, languages, leadership and service. Founded in 1915, The Study celebrated its centennial in 2015. Alumni represent 31 countries.

Balmoral Hall School is a non-denominational independent day and boarding school in Winnipeg, Canada, serving students from ages 2 to 18. The campus comprises five buildings, two gymnasiums, a boarding house, and Benidickson Centre for Arts & Design, opened in 2018–2019. The school emphasizes technology-enabled learning through its Apple Distinguished School designation for 2025–2028. The curriculum blends an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Junior School with an inquiry-based Capstone program from Grade 6 that links cross-curricular learning with formative feedback. In Middle and Senior School, students may study College Board Advanced Placement courses across arts, English, languages, humanities, math, sciences, technology, and entrepreneurial exploration, with opportunities to sit AP exams for university credit. Balmoral Hall offers Career and Postsecondary Advisement, English Language Learning for international admissions, and connections with post-secondary institutions worldwide. The school supports boarding and athletics, including BH Blazers Hockey and access to the Winnipeg Winter Club.

Branksome Hall is an independent, all‑girls IB World School in Toronto, Canada, serving around 900 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 on a 13‑acre urban campus in the historic Rosedale area. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate across its full program for girls only: the Primary Years Programme (JK–Grade 6), the Middle Years Programme (Grade 7–10), and senior‑school pathways for Grade 11–12—the Full Diploma Programme and the Branksome Hall IB Select pathway. Founded in 1903, Branksome Hall combines heritage buildings with modern learning spaces, including a ravine woodland Outdoor Classroom and a dedicated Arts and Athletics footprint. Facilities include a STEAM Studio, Makerspaces, two saltwater pools, a double gym, a rock‑climbing wall, libraries, tennis courts and grass fields. The Athletics and Wellness Centre opened in 2015. The iCAST Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre will connect East and West campuses with a STEAM studio and a 200‑seat theatre, opening in 2026. Boarding is offered for eligible students.

Bronte College is a private Canadian boarding school for Grades 9 to 12, welcoming students aged 14 to 18. The school delivers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma through an inquiry-based Canadian curriculum that also offers the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, and DP) and Advanced Placement (AP) enrichment. Class sizes are small to support individualized attention and active participation. The campus operates year‑round and houses a residence connected to academic facilities, with amenities including a fitness room, gym, auditorium, library, outdoor field, courtyard, science and arts labs, and a full-service cafeteria; every classroom features SMART technology for interactive learning. The student body represents 33 countries, and ESL support with English immersion programs helps newcomers integrate. Bronte earned IB Continuum status in 2015 and offers campus-based AP courses. A Colour House system and participation in ROPSSAA foster community and leadership among students. Students benefit from a range of clubs and service activities that complement academics.

The Toronto French School (Canada's International School) is a two-campus, bilingual school delivering France and Ontario curricula within the International Baccalaureate framework. Serving students from age two to 18, TFS offers the Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program and Diploma Program, with a bilingual IB Diploma option. French curriculum has been recognized by the French Ministry of Education since 1984 and is taught from Jardin d'éveil through Grade 9. The school leads to the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), including the Advanced Bilingual IB Diploma. Brevet examinations are offered; in 2024, 97 students participated with a 100% pass rate. TFS operates on two campuses: Toronto Campus at 306 Lawrence Avenue East and Mississauga's West Campus. Enrolling about 1,500 students. Facilities include a 350-seat auditorium, a green lab, a maker space, a design lab, a music studio and a multimedia room, plus sport facilities.

Collingwood School is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational day school in West Vancouver, British Columbia, serving approximately 1,260 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1984, the school operates across two campuses: the Wentworth Campus for Junior Kindergarten to Grade 7 and the Morven Campus for Grades 8 to 12. Collingwood follows the BC curriculum enriched with 23 Advanced Placement courses and a distinctive Four Strands approach balancing academics, arts, athletics, and service learning. With a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio, 52 provincial athletic championships, and comprehensive university guidance, Collingwood prepares students for leading universities worldwide.

Columbia International College (CIC) is a private Canadian boarding high school for students aged 12 to 18, delivering the Canadian curriculum across Grades 7–12. The school operates the Total Care Education System, supporting students in four areas: learning, development, living, and communication. CIC serves students from over 100 countries and is accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The campus includes five residences (Oak Hall and Arkledun Hall for boys; Linden Hall, Pine Hall, and Pine Girls for girls), multiple cafeterias, and a Living Wall Lounge with a Study and Tutoring Centre. Facilities span an indoor pool, gym, squash courts, dance studio, games room, and outdoor BBQ terraces. Academic offerings include ESL and Learning Support, University Preparatory courses, and University Placement Office support with Dual Admissions. A broad range of clubs covers arts and film, leadership, service, and cultural activities, alongside university pathways through diagnostic assessments and a Success Plan.

Glenlyon Norfolk School (GNS) is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school in Victoria, British Columbia, offering Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. As one of only 25 schools in North America to offer all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, and DP), GNS provides a continuous International Baccalaureate education. Founded in 1913, the school operates across two campuses and is a member of Round Square.

London International Academy is a private secondary day and boarding school in London, Ontario, serving international and domestic students in Grades 9 through 12. The school is certified by the Ontario Ministry of Education to grant the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and is an authorized IB World School offering the two-year IB Diploma Programme. Students come from over 25 nationalities, and the school operates a STEP (Steps to English Proficiency) programme for English language learners. LIA has a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio and places graduates at universities across Canada and internationally, including the University of Toronto, McGill, Waterloo, NYU, UCLA, UCL, and Stanford. On-campus residence and homestay accommodation are available for boarding students, with meal plans included.

Lower Canada College is a private, coeducational day school in Montreal serving ages 5–18. On a seven-acre campus with five buildings and four mini-schools, LCC offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, alongside the Canadian curriculum, and is the only English-language Quebec school delivering both MYP and DP. The Junior School is bilingual (about 70% French, 30% English) and includes English Language Arts, Français, Culture and Citizenship in Quebec, with a technology focus featuring Scratch Jr, Dash and Dot and The Hour of Code. Technology is integrated across grades, from coding in early years to iPads and Google Classroom in upper grades, with Seesaw as an online portfolio. The Pre-University year (Grade 12) is Montreal's longest-standing Pre-University program, offering an IB/Pre-U pathway with AP options. The DP core (TOK, Extended Essay, CAS) and six subject groups prepare students for universities worldwide; graduates have entered McGill, U of Toronto and UBC. The campus houses the LEED-certified Assaly Arts Centre, Chamandy Arena, Fab Lab, libraries, and a rooftop urban garden opened in 2025.

Meadowridge School is an independent, coeducational IB World School in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, offering the International Baccalaureate Continuum from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, alongside the Canadian curriculum. English is the language of instruction, with Language Acquisition classes introducing French and Spanish, and additional language options increasingly integrated across grades. The Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme provide a cohesive, inquiry‑based education that culminates in the IB Diploma or IB Course Certificates, complemented by the BC Dogwood Diploma. The campus spans 35 acres, features a library with over 47,000 resources, gardens and a greenhouse, and dedicated spaces such as the Design Lab, PYP/MYP wings, and art and music studios. Meadowridge emphasizes experiential and outdoor learning, a robust post-secondary counselling program, and a broad range of clubs from robotics and debate to language and service initiatives, supported by a diverse athletics program, and a sense of community.

Metropolitan Preparatory Academy is a private, co-educational Grades 7–12 program located in central Toronto near Highway 401 and Leslie Street. The school combines the Canadian Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, delivered in small classes with close academic mentorship and individualized attention. Distinct signature programs guide student learning: GENIUS, a hands‑on biotechnology and life sciences initiative; SMITH, an arts and humanities focus; Momentum, foundations for middle school; VENTURE, a business, trade and global systems program; and IMPACT, leadership and global citizenship through real‑world projects. Facilities include advanced science and biotechnology laboratories, technology‑rich classrooms, professional arts studios, a gymnasium and weight room, plus dedicated spaces for music, theatre, visual arts, and digital media. Outdoor education features ziplining and white‑water rafting. The school emphasizes strong relationships, no uniforms, and an open‑door policy, fostering a collaborative community where students develop academically and personally for post‑secondary success. Independent study options support diverse student interests.

Mulgrave School is a private day school in Canada offering the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and Canadian Curriculum. The school serves ages 3 to 18, with Early Years (PK3–K), Junior School (1–5), Middle School (6–9), and Senior School (10–12). DP offers English, Chinese, Persian*, and French*. Mulgrave emphasizes inquiry-based, student-centred learning that develops critical thinking, global understanding, and communication. Facilities cover more than 22,000 square metres of space, with libraries, a performance theatre and a black box studio, multiple gyms, a climbing centre, a turf field, specialist art and design studios, science laboratories, a film studio, and a cafeteria. Outdoor spaces include a nature trail and forested areas; on-site and off-site venues support outdoor education through the Squamish Outdoor Leadership & Education Centre (SOLE) with climbing, a pool and dorms. Co-curriculars span STEM, arts, languages, debate, and service, with CIS and CAIS accreditation reacquired in 2021.

Pearson College UWC is one of eighteen United World Colleges worldwide, located on the shores of Pedder Bay on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Founded in 1974, the two-year pre-university boarding college serves approximately 200 students aged 16 to 19 from around 90 countries. Students pursue either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or the Climate Action Leadership Diploma (CALD), an innovative IB Career-related Programme. The campus sits on the traditional territory of the Sc'ianew (Beecher Bay) First Nation and features purpose-built facilities including a marine sciences building, observatory, theatre, and ten residential houses. With an average class size of 13, the college combines rigorous academics with experiential learning, community service, and outdoor education.

Royal Crown School is a private international program for students aged 11 to 18. The school follows the Ontario secondary school curriculum (OSSD) for Grades 7–12, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The High School program includes Civics and Career Studies and requires 18 OSSD courses. In addition to the Ontario framework, the school offers online learning and post-secondary preparation, with a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to universities and colleges. The campus spans 10,000 square metres in a two-storey building with a basement; facilities include an art classroom, a science lab, a makerspace for STEM activities, an auditorium, a teaching kitchen, a cafeteria, a patio, and administrative offices. The indoor gym supports basketball, volleyball, and badminton; a swimming pool offers scuba/snorkeling; hotel-style boarding residences provide meals. International students receive tutoring; progress and attendance are monitored online; class sizes are small to support learning. It hosts culture, sports, and leadership events year-round.

Southpointe Academy is a private K–12 independent day school in Delta, British Columbia, offering the International Baccalaureate Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside the Canadian curriculum for students aged 5 to 17. Opened in 2000, the campus serves Kindergarten to Grade 12 with a focus on inquiry-based learning and intercultural understanding. The school delivers all three IB programmes from Kindergarten through Grade 12, a unique feature in Delta and rare in Canada. An expansion will add over 70,000 square feet of academic space, including 26 classrooms, science labs, art studios, multi-media and music spaces, collaboration hubs, a fitness centre and a second gym. Facilities include Hodgins Library, a dining hall with bay views, and athletic facilities used by Titan Athletics for Grades 3–12. Extracurriculars emphasize service, engagement, leadership, and a broad arts and STEM program, with opportunities such as Project Discover, Duke of Edinburgh, Model United Nations and music, theatre and robotics.

St. John's-Kilmarnock School is an independent, co-educational, not-for-profit IB Continuum school on a 40-acre campus in Breslau, Ontario, within the Waterloo Region. Founded in 1972, SJK is one of only a few IB Continuum schools in Canada, offering the Primary Years Programme (JK-Grade 6), Middle Years Programme (Grades 7-10), and Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12). The school has an average class size of 17 and achieves a 100% post-secondary admission rate. A boarding programme for Grades 9-12 operates in partnership with St. Jerome's University on the University of Waterloo campus. The campus features Newton House with a Learning Commons and Dining Hall, a Chapel, Athletics Centre with a double gymnasium, the Boathouse, an Art, Design and Media Centre, and an OmniCourt. SJK holds accreditation from CAIS, CIS Ontario, and the IBO.

St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is an independent, not-for-profit day and boarding school in Victoria, British Columbia, serving Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. SMUS was the first school in Canada to offer the Advanced Placement program in 1978 and currently offers 27 AP courses. With approximately 1,000 students from over 30 countries, the school provides boarding for Grades 9-12 and has over 65 clubs and councils.

TAIE International Institute is a private Canadian high school in Thornhill, Ontario offering Grades 7–12 with day and boarding options on a five-acre campus. The school follows the Canadian curriculum, with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) pathway requiring 30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 optional), 40 hours of community service, and a literacy requirement. ESL courses and IELTS preparation support language learners, and University Preparation Courses (UPC), including UPC Elite for high-achieving students, prepare graduates for Canadian and international universities. The campus features 50,000 square feet of indoor space, a library, science labs, a reading room, a music room, an art room, and classrooms, plus a gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, and badminton. TAIE operates two on-site residences and three off-campus residences with homestay options. With students from more than 30 countries, the school emphasizes global learning, university guidance, monthly excursions, and a broad range of after-school clubs across arts, sport, and service.

Located in Toronto, The Giles School is a PreK to Grade 8 independent day school offering a bespoke bilingual program with French immersion from Pre-K and Mandarin instruction. Students ages 2 to 14 learn in English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish, preparing them for a multilingual world. The curriculum blends language acquisition with advanced study in grades 4–8, focusing on languages, STEAM, critical thinking, and global awareness, and is anchored by small classes of roughly 10–16 students to support individualized learning. Since moving to North York in 2008, the school has fostered an international community drawing students from more than 20 countries and 22 languages. Highlights include Matatalab coding for Grade 1 and Financial Literacy for Grades 4–8, plus service learning and leadership opportunities. The Giles Parents Association supports the school's community, and field trips, day camps, and termly clubs broaden real-world learning. A welcoming environment encourages curiosity, collaboration, and resilience.

The York School is an independent, co-educational day school in midtown Toronto serving ages 4 to 18 across campuses on Yonge Street. It delivers full International Baccalaureate continuum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, including PYP, MYP, DP and a Personalized Pathway Program. The Diploma is earned in Senior School with the OS Diploma, enabling IB and OS requirements. The curriculum includes Core French from JK to Grade 9, Mandarin as an elective from Grade 7, and Language B options in IB for French, Mandarin and Spanish. The Middle School offers nine core subjects with electives. The York School is the first English-speaking school to offer the complete IB program. Facilities across campuses include classrooms, labs, theatres, libraries, STEAM spaces and athletic facilities; renovations in 2025–2026 will expand learning spaces and dining. Co-curriculars include DECA, Model UN and VEX Robotics, with an arts program and service learning.

West Point Grey Academy (WPGA) is an independent, co-educational day school in Vancouver, British Columbia, serving Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1996, the school delivers the BC curriculum enriched with 20 Advanced Placement courses, achieving a 95% score of 3+ on AP exams. Located on an 18-acre campus, WPGA offers 10 competitive sports, 60 co-curricular clubs, and boasts 100% graduation and post-secondary acceptance rates with $2 million in annual scholarship awards.

WillowWood School is an independent day school in Toronto, Canada, serving students aged 5 to 18 in a co-educational setting at 55 Scarsdale Road. All courses from Grade 1 through 12 follow Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum, with regular inspections by Ministry. The school emphasizes a warm, student-centred, holistic approach with small classes and a pod system that coordinates cross-level scheduling to support individualized teaching. Grove Centre and campus spaces foster self-advocacy, collaboration, and clear communication. The International Program welcomes international students and provides English development, guidance, and post-secondary planning; graduates have progressed to universities such as the University of Toronto, McGill, Waterloo, Western, and McMaster. WillowWood offers theatre, music, Visual Arts, and drama along with sport and fitness; extracurriculars include Podcast Club, Robotics Club, and Student Council. The school promotes service and sustainability, a 40-hour OSSD volunteer requirement, climate-focused initiatives like solar panels, and Seasonal Camps for international students.