Bond Academy and Metropolitan Preparatory Academy are both in Toronto, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer Canadian programmes. Bond Academy also offers Montessori, and Metropolitan Preparatory Academy also offers IB. Published annual fees are CA$550 - 36,000 at Bond Academy and CA$25,560 - 33,700 at Metropolitan Preparatory Academy, which puts Metropolitan Preparatory Academy roughly 62% higher. Bond Academy takes pupils from 4 to 18, and Metropolitan Preparatory Academy from 12 to 18.
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Bond Academy
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Metropolitan Preparatory Academy
Toronto, Canada
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Fees / year
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Fees / year CA$550 - 36,000 | Fees / year CA$25,560 - 33,700 |
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Age range
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Age range 4 - 18 years | Age range 12 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum | Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, IB (DP) |
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Pupils
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Pupils — | Pupils 200 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size — | Typical class size 15 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened — | Opened 1982 |
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Bus service
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Bus service No | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location Bond Academy is located at 1500 Birchmont Road, Toronto, Ontario M1P 2G5. The school day runs from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. For inquiries, contact 416-266-8878. | Location 1 Duncan Mill Rd, Toronto, Ontario M3B 1Z2. The campus is in Toronto. The school serves Grades 7–12 as a private school. |
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Stages
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Stages Montessori Casa (Ages 4-6); Kindergarten; Elementary School (Grades 1-8); Secondary School (Grades 9-12). | Stages Middle School Program (Grades 7–8) and High School Program (Grades 9–12). The IB Diploma Programme is offered and Metro Prep is a Candidate School for the IB Diploma Programme. |
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School type
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School type Private K-12 school | School type Private, co-educational school serving Grades 7–12. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development; French as a Second Language | Additional learning support Small class sizes and individualized attention. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Canada | Country affiliation — |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure Full-day program runs 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Montessori Casa and Kindergarten offer half-day options from 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Application Fee (local students): CAD 150 (non-refundable). - Activity Fee (local students): CAD 50 (payable to the parent council). - Deposit (due on registration, non-refundable): CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK; CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. - Application Fee (international students): CAD 300 for Kindergarten/Elementary; CAD 300–500 for secondary programs depending on pathway. Annual Tuition — Local / Domestic Students (per academic year) - Montessori Casa (ages 3–6): CAD 14,000 per year. - Kindergarten (full day): CAD 14,000 per year; Half-day Kindergarten program: CAD 8,000 per year. - Elementary School (Grades 1–8): CAD 17,500 per year. - Secondary School (Grades 9–12): CAD 16,000 per year (regular program). Grade 12 online credit (external students): CAD 550 per course. Tuition — International Students (annual figures for 2025/26 fee schedule examples) - Kindergarten & Elementary (Grade 1–8): CAD 24,800 per year. Medical insurance CAD 700/yr; Activity Fee CAD 200/yr. - Secondary programs (examples by pathway): OSSD program CAD 24,800/yr; OSSD+ add-on CAD +6,000; University Pathway CAD 32,000/yr; University Elite Pathway CAD 36,000/yr. Application fees and activity fees vary by program. Payment Plans, Per-Term / Instalment Detail and Billing Schedule - Standard billing cadence and common payment plans are described below; deposits are required up front and the balance is scheduled according to the chosen plan. Plans shown are representative examples of available options and amounts for the published fee year. - Plan A — Ten-month payment plan (example period: September 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,650 (first payment) and CAD 1,699.50 for subsequent months (ten payments across Sep–Jun) under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required. A deferred service charge is included in these monthly amounts. - For Secondary (Grades 9–12): monthly payments shown around CAD 1,500 (first payment) and CAD 1,545 for subsequent months under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required; a deferred service charge is included. - Plan A — Twelve-month payment plan (example period: July 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,375 initially and CAD 1,416.25 for subsequent months (twelve payments) with the stated deposit. - For Secondary: twelve-month plan amounts shown around CAD 1,250 initially and CAD 1,287.50 thereafter (twelve payments). - Plan B — Two-installment plan: the second installment typically includes a small deferred payment service charge (example two-payment dates and amounts are published in the fee schedule). Plan B requires the initial deposit. - Plan C — Three-installment plan: the second and third installments typically include a deferred service charge; the initial deposit is required. - Plan D — Full-payment option: a one-time full-payment amount is accepted (published full-payment amounts vary by program); the initial deposit is required and the remaining balance due by the stated full-payment deadline. Examples in the published schedules show full-payment amounts and exact due dates. - Family tuition pricing (domestic): packaged annual tuition for families is available and priced as follows: 1 child CAD 17,500; 2 children CAD 32,000; 3 children CAD 46,000; 4 children CAD 58,000. Boarding / Accommodation Fees - The school's international-student arrangements include homestay/accommodation (not on-campus full boarding) with monthly accommodation fees typically CAD 1,800–2,200 for a single room. A homestay application fee and custodianship legal fee apply (examples: homestay application fee CAD 200; custodianship legal fee CAD 300 one-time). Custodianship ongoing fees and deposits are detailed in the international homestay paperwork. Other Costs and Annual Extras - Books and uniforms (Grades 1–12): typically estimated at CAD 1,000 per year. Uniform costs for Kindergarten and Montessori programs are estimated at CAD 250 per year. - Activity fees: local students CAD 50 annually; international students' activity/new-student fees vary (examples: elementary CAD 200; secondary new-student activity CAD 800). - Medical insurance (international students): CAD 700 per year (mandatory unless acceptable private coverage is provided). - Optional services (international examples): after-school tutoring and new-parent service fee CAD 3,000 per 6 months (optional for Grade 1–8 international students). Textbooks for international students are frequently purchased after enrollment. Refunds and Non-Refundable Items - Application fees are non-refundable. Deposits required at registration are non-refundable. Activity fees are retained. These non-refundable items apply to local/domestic registrations as published. - International-student refund policy (examples from the published international schedule): if a Study Permit (or accompanying parent visa where applicable) is refused by immigration authorities, refund requests may be processed if submitted within six months of the refusal letter; refunded amounts are calculated after deducting the application fee, any custodianship legal fee, and an administrative processing fee (example administrative processing fee CAD 800). Specific documentation (original refusal letter and a written refund request) is required for processing. Some conditions render applications non-refundable (for example, incomplete or false documentation, or failure to submit the Study Permit application within the required timeframe). Fee Payment Methods and Banking - Bank/Wire transfer and bank draft are accepted for international tuition payments. The international fee schedule publishes the beneficiary bank details for wire transfers; wire payments are converted into Canadian dollars at the bank exchange rate on the day funds are received. - Payment-plan options (monthly, multi-installment, full payment) are administered through the school's billing/account system; a school payment portal (My Bond Account) is provided for family account management and payments. Specific payment methods accepted through the portal (for example, card, e-transfer, or direct debit) are administratively determined and available through the school's accounts office. Summary of Immediate, Typical Upfront Costs at Registration (examples) - Application Fee (local): CAD 150. Deposit (local Grades 1–12): CAD 1,000 (or CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK). Activity Fee (local): CAD 50. Additional annual items (books/uniforms) estimate CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. Homestay/custodianship fees apply for international placements. | Fee details Application fees - Domestic (general application form): CAD 200 non-refundable application fee, payable with the application. - International applicants (international admissions information): CAD 300 application fee for international applications. Registration / acceptance deposit - A one-time, non-refundable registration/deposit of CAD 2,000 is required upon acceptance to secure a student's place. This deposit is withheld from the tuition balance. Tuition fees (annual and per-instalment) - Grades 7–12, Domestic: CAD 25,560 per year. Tuition is typically payable in five instalments; this equals CAD 5,112 per instalment when divided evenly into five payments. - Grades 7–12, International: CAD 33,700 per year. Tuition is typically payable in five instalments; this equals CAD 6,740 per instalment when divided evenly into five payments. Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit: CAD 2,000 non-refundable due on acceptance to secure enrolment. - Instalments: Tuition is typically billed and paid in five instalments across the school year (the deposit is in addition to these instalments). Instalments are usually scheduled during the first semester and in January of the new calendar year; families should note the school's billing dates and due dates on the invoice. No refunds are provided for withdrawal or dismissal during the billing period, except that special consideration may be given for prolonged medical absences. Boarding / accommodation (if applicable) - The school does not provide on-campus boarding; homestay placement is offered as an option for international students. Homestay placement is for an academic year (September to June) unless otherwise arranged. - Homestay application fee: CAD 500 (non-refundable) for homestay program applications. - Homestay monthly cost: host-family fees typically range from CAD 1,200 to CAD 1,500 per month; homestay payments are normally made directly to the host family on the first day of each month. (The school's general tuition page lists homestay in the range CAD 1,200–1,300 per month; the homestay placement form lists a typical range of CAD 1,200–1,500 per month.) Other costs and typical additional fees - Books and course materials: CAD 300–500 per year (estimated range for required textbooks and materials). - Gym uniform: Students must purchase and wear the gym uniform for physical education classes (there is no full school uniform requirement, but gym uniform is required). Families should budget separately for the gym uniform. - Extracurricular activities, specialty program fees, supplies, field trips, and optional services may incur additional charges beyond tuition and are billed separately when applicable. Refund information - The school's published policy states that no refunds are provided for withdrawal or dismissal during the billing period. Special consideration for refunds or credits may be given only for prolonged absences due to medical reasons, according to the school's payment policies. Homestay fees already paid to a host family are forfeited if a student leaves the homestay early (students who leave homestay before the end of June forfeit the current and June payments). Fee payment options and billing contacts - Application fee payment methods (as stated on the application form): by cheque payable to Metropolitan Prep Academy Inc. or by e-transfer to pay@metroprep.com. - Homestay fees: paid directly to the host family on the first day of each month as specified in the homestay agreement. - Billing and tuition-payment arrangements are handled by the school's Billing Department; families may liaise with billing@metroprep.com for invoicing and payment questions. Summary of key fee figures (2026–2027 academic year) - Application fee (domestic): CAD 200 (non-refundable). - Application fee (international): CAD 300. - Acceptance / registration deposit: CAD 2,000 (non-refundable). - Tuition, Grades 7–12 (domestic): CAD 25,560 per year (CAD 5,112 per instalment if paid in five instalments). - Tuition, Grades 7–12 (international): CAD 33,700 per year (CAD 6,740 per instalment if paid in five instalments). - Books and materials: CAD 300–500 per year. - Homestay application fee: CAD 500 (non-refundable). Homestay monthly: typically CAD 1,200–1,500 per month; pay host family monthly. (For billing queries, invoicing schedules, or to arrange specific payment methods, use the school's Billing Department at billing@metroprep.com.) |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements Homestay arrangements are available for international admissions; an International Homestay Application Form is provided. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement Bond Academy uses a dress code that governs student attire and is in effect during school hours. There are gender-specific guidelines with separate Dress Code pages for Girls and Boys. Uniforms are part of the annual costs, with Kindergarten and Montessori uniforms priced at $250. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options Hot Lunch Program is offered and served in the Bond Cafeteria. The program uses Bond Café Ordering to pre-order meals; pre-ordering the night before is recommended. | Food options — |
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House system
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House system — | House system The school uses a House Family system with four houses: Connemara House, Dublin House, Galway House, and Kildare House. |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership — | Governance and ownership Independent institution. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Bond Academy provides the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum in small classes. It offers Montessori Casa through Grade 12. The Montessori early years include five curriculum areas: Practical Life Skills, Cultivating the Five Senses, Numeracy, Literacy and Culture. A Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics, and there is an elite basketball program; arts education covers drama, music and visual arts. The program includes local and global issues within social sciences and character education. AP exams are offered with digital or hybrid formats on site. | Curriculum details Metropolitan Preparatory Academy is a co-educational Grades 7-12 school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Small class sizes and individualized attention support student learning. Signature programs include GENIUS (Biotechnology & Life Sciences), SMITH (Arts & Humanities), Momentum (Middle School Foundations), VENTURE (Business, Trade & Global Systems), and IMPACT (Leadership & Global Citizenship). The IB Diploma Programme is delivered through small classes and close academic mentorship. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio — | Student teacher ratio Small class sizes and individualized instruction. |
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Exam results
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Exam results — | Exam results Approximately 99% of graduates were admitted to the university or college program of their choice. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to the University of Toronto (Life Science and Computer Science) and York University (Biotechnology) in 2019. | Higher education progression Nearly 100% of Metro Prep graduates are admitted to universities, including Harvard University, Yale University, University of Toronto, and McGill University. University guidance covers Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and international destinations. |
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Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented — | Gifted and talented GENIUS Program is Toronto's first and only high school biotechnology program with hands-on DNA sequencing, PCR and genetic engineering; includes the GeneTalk Speaker Series and hands-on biotechnology labs. |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school promotes academic, social, physical, and character development in a caring and secure environment. | Social & emotional learning The school emphasizes a personal approach with small class sizes and an open-door culture; teachers are accessible and every student is known by name. Individuality is celebrated and diversity of thought is encouraged across disciplines. Well-being, resilience, and creativity are valued as much as grades. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing — | Mental wellbeing Well-being is a core value and the environment is structured to be nurturing, fostering involvement, curiosity, and belonging. A diverse and accepting community supports students' mental and emotional growth. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding The school provides a safe and healthy learning environment. Intimidation, harassment, racism, and discrimination are not tolerated. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from school personnel to resolve conflicts. A progressive discipline approach is used for misbehavior, and suspension up to 20 days or expulsion may occur for serious violations. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview Bond Academy is located at 1500 Birchmount Road in Toronto, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ellesmere Road, near Warden and Kennedy subway stations. The facilities include hi-speed wireless internet, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, a library, computer labs, and spaces for art, music and drama. The campus provides an enriched, caring and secure environment that supports student well-being and learning. The school emphasizes a Healthy Active Living Program as part of its campus culture. | Facilities overview Metro Prep's facilities include advanced science and biotechnology laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, professional arts studios, and a full gymnasium. The campus supports the GENIUS Program with hands-on work in a professional-grade biotech lab. The SMITH Program provides space for music, theatre, and visual arts, fostering creative exploration. Metro Prep emphasizes a modern, integrated learning environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Bond Academy includes a gymnasium on campus. The Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics activities. An elite basketball program is offered. The athletic facilities and programs support physical development and teamwork. | Sports facilities Metro Prep features a full gymnasium for indoor activities and competitions. The athletics program offers a broad slate of teams across fall, winter, and spring seasons, including basketball, softball, volleyball, skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, golf, tennis, soccer, and track and field. Lunchtime intramural sports and teacher-student challenges supplement interschool competition. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Hi-speed wireless internet is available on campus. The library and computer labs support academic work. Art, music and drama facilities are available on campus. Bond Academy provides a secure environment that supports academic growth. | Academic facilities Facilities include advanced science and biotechnology laboratories, technology-rich classrooms, and professional arts studios. These spaces support Metro Prep's GENIUS biotechnology, SMITH arts, and IB Diploma Programme. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Hatch Coding program is offered as an extracurricular activity. An elite basketball program is offered. The Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics activities. The Hatch Coding program is supported by the Bond Academy Community Council. | Extra curricular facilities Learning extends beyond the classroom with experiential activities such as performing on international stages and outdoor adventures including white-water rafting and spelunking. Students can participate in a range of school clubs, including Art Club, Board Game Club, Business Club, Robotics Club, and Soccer Club. |
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History
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History Bond Academy is a private, co-educational, non-denominational independent school with students from Montessori Casa to Grade 12. The Ontario Ministry of Education's Curriculum is delivered in small classes with high expectations within an enriched, caring and secure environment. The school focuses on academics and a Healthy Active Living Program that includes an intramural and aquatics program, as well as an elite basketball program. The modern facilities are located at 1500 Birchmount Road, Toronto, between Lawrence Avenue East and Ellesmere Road, near two subway stations (Warden and Kennedy). Bond Education Group has offered summer experiences for more than 40 years. | History Wayne McKelvey founded Metropolitan Preparatory Academy in 1982 as a private, semestered, coeducational university preparatory day school for Grades 7–12. The school emphasizes developing the whole student through personal relationships with students and families and operates without uniforms with an open doors policy. Metro Prep is located in central Toronto, close to Highway 401 and Leslie Street. Facilities include a science laboratory, two computer labs, an art room, a cafeteria, a study hall, a gymnasium, and a fully equipped weight/fitness room; outdoor education programs include ziplining and white-water rafting in West Virginia. |
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Community
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Community Bond Academy emphasizes a strong sense of community built on a partnership between families and staff; interactive communication between classroom teachers, the school and families is integral to the program. The school offers a broad range of non-sport extracurriculars and arts programs, including Arts Night, Holiday and Spring concerts, music recitals and drama festivals. The Bond Academy Community Council, provided by Hatch Canada, supports the Hatch Coding program for Grades 3–8, and the library hosts cross-curricular events such as chess, STEM and book clubs. The school promotes community involvement through volunteering with charitable organizations and partnerships with local groups. | Community Extracurricular activities and trips include service projects in Tanzania and Ecuador and visits to Ottawa, Quebec City, Montreal, Niagara Falls, New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. In addition, clubs such as Robotics Club, Debate Club, Chess Club, and theatrical productions provide opportunities for student engagement. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association Bond Academy works closely with the Parent Community Council (BACC) and values parent input and requests for clubs, including Mandarin language classes, Coding, Chess and Robotics. The council collaborates with the school to support non-sport extracurriculars and cross-curricular activities and to plan events such as arts nights and concerts. The school emphasizes volunteerism through its Community Involvement program, encouraging students to support charitable organizations and may count those hours toward the 40 hours of community involvement required for Secondary students to meet their OSSD graduation requirements. Participation in these activities is supported by the school. | Parent teacher association — |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual Bond Academy focuses on the holistic growth of students through the acquisition of 21st Century skills to prepare them for post-secondary pathways. The school promotes academic, social, physical and character development. High personal and academic standards are set for all students, with partnerships among families and the community to support learning. | Academic & intellectual Metro Prep is a co-educational Grades 7-12 school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Small class sizes and individualized attention support student growth, and exclusive signature programs include GENIUS, SMITH, IMPACT, and Momentum. GENIUS provides hands-on biotechnology labs with DNA sequencing and genetic engineering; SMITH integrates music, theatre, and visual arts with humanities. IMPACT develops leadership and global citizenship through real-world social ventures, while Momentum emphasizes foundations and character development for middle school. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Bond Academy introduces and nurtures a foundation in drama, music and visual arts. Students analyze artwork and performances to think creatively and to consider cultural, historical and social references. Arts are showcased through events such as Arts Night, concerts, music recitals and drama festivals, while students participate in arts-related extracurricular activities alongside sports and STEAM. | Arts & creative The SMITH Program is Metro Prep's signature arts and humanities program. It offers extensive coursework in Music, Media Arts, Visual Arts, Theatre, and Film. The program emphasizes immersive experiences, world-class productions, and field experiences that connect the arts to broader learning. SMITH aims to prepare students for post-secondary success by blending arts with academics. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Mandarin language classes are offered as clubs. Bond Academy supports English learners through language-focused activities, including the Movie Club which helps with English language development. The library and cross-curricular events further support language learning and cultural awareness. | Cultural & language — |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Non-sport extracurricular activities include Choir/Band, STEAM, Trivia Club, Chess Club, Drama Club, Speech Club, Math Club and Board Games Club. The Movie Club supports English learners, and the Computer Coding Club is provided by Hatch Canada for Grades 3–8. The school also features student-led initiatives and events such as Prom Committee and Open Mic Nights. | Social & hobbies — |
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Community & service
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Community & service Bond Academy is active in the community, offering volunteering opportunities through partnerships with charitable and non-profit organizations. Past partners include the Canadian Cancer Society, Red Cross, Plan Canada, Toy Drive for Sick Kids Hospital, Breakfast Club of Canada and local shelters and food banks. Volunteering develops civic responsibility and may fulfill the 40 hours required for Ontario secondary graduation. | Community & service The IMPACT Program is Metro Prep's signature initiative in social innovation and leadership. Students may join an existing Impact Cause or create a new one of their own, guided by dedicated mentors who help them develop meaningful, measurable projects. Each student team progresses through the Impact Cycle: Research, Design, Action, and Impact. This hands-on process helps students build confidence, empathy, and leadership. The Impact Showcase gathers families, educators, and community partners to witness student projects and outcomes. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional Prom Committee coordinates school events and provides leadership opportunities for students. Confidence Building Workshops, Toast Masters and Open Mic Nights foster leadership, public speaking and presentation skills. These activities support student development beyond the classroom. | Leadership & professional The Impact Program develops leadership, collaboration, and public speaking through real-world projects. Key learning outcomes include leadership through empathy and initiative, collaboration, project management, communication, and global awareness. Each year, students present their initiatives at the Metro Prep Impact Showcase, highlighting leadership and community impact. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Bond Academy promotes a healthy active lifestyle. The athletic program emphasizes healthy living, fundamental movement skills and active participation. Weekly swimming lessons, daily physical activity and health classes are integrated into the curriculum, with intramural programs and team sports available; Bond is a member of the Small School Athletic Federation. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Momentum focuses on strong academics and character development that prepare Grades 7–8 students for high-school success. It forms the foundation of Metro Prep's middle school program and supports students as they transition to high school. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Bond Academy delivers the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum in English. English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development are included. French as a Second Language is included, with French Book Lists for Grades 4-6 and Grades 7-8. | Language provision ESL Program equips high school students with essential English language skills and academic knowledge for success in secondary school and university, using Integrated Content ESL Instruction that combines English with academic content. In-class experiences include language labs, computer workshops, and tutoring, with field trips, clubs, and athletics extending language learning beyond the classroom. Language offerings include Core French 11 and Spanish Level 3 in the high school program, developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and fostering understanding of diverse French-speaking and Spanish-speaking communities. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. After consideration by parents and the school, determine the applicable application path and complete the appropriate package. For Montessori Casa/Kindergarten, the first school requires a copy of the Birth Certificate, Health Card and Immunization Record, as well as the Application Form, Emergency Form and Photo Release Form. For Elementary (Grades 1-8) and Secondary (Grades 9-12), complete the Elementary/Secondary Application Package. International students complete the International Student Application Package. 2. Application review and acceptance. The application is reviewed after submission, and if the child is accepted to Bond, the applicable Fee Schedule will be explained and the appropriate Payment Options selected to complete enrollment. The school will provide the Fee Schedule and explain any additional steps required to finalize enrollment. For questions, families can call 416-266-8878 to reach local admissions; international admissions are handled at the same number. 3. Local and international enrollment documents. Local admission uses the Local Admission Form and the Local Fee Schedule Elementary or Secondary. International admission uses the International Admission Form (fillable), Registration Checklist, Homestay Application Form, and the International Fee Schedule. After accepting, these forms are used to complete the enrollment process and arrange payment. The school provides guidance to families throughout this process. | Admissions 1. Complete the Application. Start by filling out the online application form. Upload the following documents: the most recent report card; year-end reports from the previous two academic years; and birth certificate or passport. Ensure all form fields are completed accurately before submitting, as the information cannot be edited once submitted. A paper PDF application form is available as an alternative. 2. Initial interview. After receiving the completed application and documents, the admissions team will contact you within two business days to schedule an interview. The interview may be conducted in person or online and focuses on your child's academic goals, personality, and compatibility with Metro Prep's learning environment. This is also an opportunity to ask questions. 3. Student Assessment. Grades 7–9: An entrance examination may be required and assesses mathematics, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension; the test is optional for students who have completed the SSAT. The examination is diagnostic and helps us understand your child's strengths; a score does not define the student. Grades 10–12: Admission is based on current academic records. 4. Admissions Decision. After reviewing the application, documents, test results (if applicable), and the interview, a decision will be communicated. If accepted, families proceed with the next steps to finalize enrollment. The admissions process uses a holistic approach, evaluating academic record, personal qualities, and potential contributions to the Metro Prep community. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships — | Scholarships Merit-Based Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to personal growth. Scholarship amount: $2,000. Eligibility: Open to first-year, new students only; current or previously enrolled students are not eligible. Application requirements: latest report cards or transcripts; two letters of recommendation from teachers, coaches, or mentors; and a 500-word personal statement explaining how the student will contribute to the Metro Prep community and benefit from the personalized learning environment. Need-Based Financial Awards are available to families who require financial assistance, up to 30% of tuition. Eligibility: Open to first-year, new students only; families must demonstrate financial need. Application requirements: most recent tax return and financial statements; a 500-word personal statement detailing how Metro Prep's values align with the family's goals and how the financial assistance will help the student thrive. How to Apply for Financial Aid: Download the First-Year Scholarship Program Application Form and submit the completed form and all required documents within 14 days of the date printed on the acceptance letter. Submission methods include email (admissions@metroprep.com), mail to Admissions Office, or in person at the main office. Important deadlines: application deadline is within 14 days of acceptance; notification within 30 days after receipt of the application. Limited availability of scholarships and financial aid: funding is limited and awards are not guaranteed, determined by merit, need, and resource availability, with possible first-come, first-served allocation. For questions, contact admissions at admissions@metroprep.com or +1 (416) 285-0870. |
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