Royal Crown School vs The Bishop Strachan School

	R Royal Crown School Toronto, Canada	T The Bishop Strachan School Toronto, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$28,200 - 52,700	Fees / year CA$500 - 86,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 400	Pupils 950
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2005	Opened 1867
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 4620 Finch Ave E, Toronto, Ontario M1S 4G2, Canada. The school is located in Toronto, Ontario. It serves students in Grades 7–12. It offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.	Location 298 Lonsdale Road, Toronto, Ontario M4V 1X2, Canada
Stages	Stages Grades 7–12. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Online learning options and boarding programs are available for local and international students.	Stages JK–Grade 12
School type	School type Private school. Boarding programs are available for local and international students.	School type Private all-girls day and boarding school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning Specialists provide individualized academic support; School Psychologist provides psychological and mental health support; Learning Resource Centre (LRC) offers accommodations for students with IEPs, assistive technology, language resources and skill-building support, plus drop-in tutoring.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Canada
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Application fee: CAD 150 (one-time). Tuition fees (annual and per term by school program / year group) - Academic tuition (Grades 7–12): CAD 25,800 per school year. Per semester (school operates on a four-semester system), pro rata tuition = CAD 6,450 per semester. - Residence (boarding) with meal plan: CAD 24,500 per school year. Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,125. - Middle School (Grade 7–8) published programme price listing: CAD 25,800 per school year (same as Academic tuition listing). Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,450. Optional / specialty program annual fees (charged in addition to core tuition unless otherwise specified) - High‑Performance Basketball Program: CAD 17,000 per school year. - Hockey training packages: standard full-season program listings include options; core training-program pricing examples include CAD 14,000 (full-season high-performance) and package options priced CAD 7,000 / CAD 5,000 / CAD 600 for specific package levels (middle- and high-school packages). Some hockey packages require a minimum initial deposit of 10% when booked. - Golf training program: CAD 24,500 per school year. - STEAM program (specialised): CAD 8,500 per school year. - English as a Second Language (ESL) program: CAD 8,000 (programme listing). - Advanced Placement (AP) exam fee (when applicable): CAD 300 per exam if registered by the listed on-time registration date; late registration fee CAD 380 per exam. AP exam registration fees are non-refundable. Other recurring and one-time fees - Activity fee: CAD 950 per year. - Material fee (annual): CAD 750. - Medical insurance (annual for international students / residence): CAD 700. - Uniform fee (one-time / standard issue): CAD 800. - Custodianship fee (one-time or annual as required for international minors): CAD 1,200. - Airport pickup (optional): CAD 250 per pickup. - Optional program bundle(s) / elite program packages (examples shown in published materials): amounts such as CAD 16,300 (optional program bundle) are listed as separate line items and are in addition to tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - Application fee is charged at the time the application is submitted/completed. - Offer acceptance: applicants accept an offer by signing the Letter of Acceptance and submitting payment as required by the school. Published enrolment steps indicate that payment is required at acceptance; some program bookings (for example sports packages) allow an initial deposit and staged payments. Where a programme expressly lists a deposit requirement, that deposit is credited toward the final program balance. - Program‑specific deposits and booking terms apply for specialty programs (example: hockey package bookings show a minimum 10% initial deposit credited toward the final payment). Boarding fees and residence billing - Residence with meal plan is billed as CAD 24,500 per school year (residence billing is a separate line item from tuition). Per semester (pro rata) = CAD 6,125. Residence includes meals and listed residence services. Additional residence-related charges (medical insurance, activity fees, custodianship where applicable) are billed separately. Refunds and cancellations - There is an explicit policy that there are no refunds of tuition fees for students who are expelled. Other refund or withdrawal terms are handled according to the school's enrolment and course‑withdrawal policies; program registration fees such as AP exam registration are non-refundable. Specific program bookings may state their own deposit and refund terms (for example program deposits are credited to final payment when the package specifies). Fee payment options and practical notes on how fees are paid - Specialty-program bookings and store checkout pages use an online payment/checkout provider (checkout.square.site) for program purchases and bookings, indicating that credit‑card payments are accepted for those transactions. For tuition, residence and standard enrolment billing the school's published enrolment steps require payment at acceptance; parents or payers should follow the school's admissions invoice for the exact payment method and banking details. Contact channels and the admissions email are listed by the school for payment arrangements. Fees currency and effective academic year - All amounts are published in Canadian dollars (CAD). The figures provided above match the school's published listings for the 2025/26 academic-year materials and the current programme pages. Notes on how amounts are presented here - Annual fees are shown as published (CAD). Per‑term figures are presented as a simple pro‑rata division by the school's four-semester academic structure where a per-term (per‑semester) value was requested; the school's calendar and semester structure are used for that pro‑rata calculation.	Fee details Application / Registration fees - Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 10,000 for all students (day and boarding). - Continuing deposit (refundable): CAD 500. Tuition fees by student type — academic year 2026/27 - Day students (annual tuition): CAD 43,800. - Canadian boarders (annual tuition including boarding): CAD 82,200. - International boarders (annual tuition including boarding): CAD 86,000. - Health insurance for non-Canadian residents (annual): CAD 694 (applies to international boarders/residents where noted). Per-term amounts and year-group detail - The published fee schedule lists the annual tuition amounts above for the 2026/27 school year; the school's standard fee references are given as annual totals. - Junior School note: lunches and snacks for Junior School students are included in the Junior School tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - The registration fee is charged once and is non-refundable; the continuing deposit is refundable as stated above. - Detailed billing schedules, payment deadlines, and the enrolment-related billing communications are provided to families through the school's enrolment and parent communications/portal during the acceptance and re-enrolment process. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding tuition is presented above as a single annual figure for Canadian boarders (CAD 82,200) and international boarders (CAD 86,000); the listed boarding totals reflect the published annual charge for boarders for 2026/27. Health insurance for non-Canadian residents is CAD 694. Other costs and typical additional fees - School uniform: CAD 300–800 depending on grade and whether items are new or used; uniforms are purchased through the school's General Store. - Additional variable costs: field trips, textbooks, course-specific materials, technology-related items and certain extracurricular activity costs may be charged in addition to tuition and will vary by grade and program. - Summer and short-course programs have separate fees and stated refund terms specific to those programs (examples: some Summer Academy course fees are refundable prior to program-specific deadlines, subject to administrative fees). Refund information - Continuing deposit: refundable (CAD 500). - Program-specific refunds: Summer Academy and other short-course tuition refunds are handled under program-specific deadlines and administrative fee conditions (for example, some summer programs permit refunds prior to May 1 or June 1 with specified administrative deductions). Fee payment options - The school provides families with payment instructions and the available payment methods as part of the enrolment and billing communications through the school's parent/enrolment portal and finance communications. Payment arrangements and schedules are managed through those enrolment/billing channels. Notes relevant to budgeting - Annual tuition amounts shown above are the published totals for the 2026/27 academic year. Uniforms, field trips, textbooks, technology, and certain course or trip fees are additional and vary by grade and program; Junior School tuition includes lunches and snacks. Continuing deposit and registration-fee conditions are as stated above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The residential program provides hotel-style accommodations with around-the-clock supervision by House Parents and the Residential Life Team. Structured evening programs, weekend activities, and daily guidance support boarding students.	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered for Grade 8–12; boarders live on campus in boarding residences; boarders come from around the world. There are 70 boarders living on campus, 12 countries represented, and 100% of boarders are accepted to their university of choice.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement A school uniform exists. A uniform fee is charged.	Uniform requirement All students wear a school uniform, which can be purchased from the BSS General Store; the uniform cost ranges from CAD 300 to CAD 800 depending on grade and whether items are new or used.
Food options	Food options Royal Crown Eats provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Meals follow a Balanced Plate approach and include vegan, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-friendly options.	Food options Boarders' Dining Room is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner; Junior School lunches and snacks are included in tuition.
House system	House system Boarding life is organized with House Parents and a Residential Life Team providing around-the-clock supervision. House family supervisors are on-site to support daily life and well-being.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board chaired by Mino Chou. The leadership includes a Chief Operating Officer.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Governors that directs the core strategic plan, and a Board of Trustees that manages the Endowment and Foundation initiatives.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school serves Grades 7–12 and offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), Advanced Placement (AP) courses, online learning, athletics, and boarding for local and international students. The High School core program follows the Ontario Curriculum, building a foundation across English, French, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, and the Arts, with Civics and Career Studies included; learners complete 18 compulsory OSSD courses. Advanced courses are available for students who want to specialize, with hands-on projects and real-world applications. The program emphasizes post-secondary preparation, including intensive university preparation and a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to universities and colleges. International students receive tutoring support, and progress and attendance are monitored online, while class sizes remain small to support learning and well-being.	Curriculum details Junior School extends and enriches the Ontario Curriculum with a Reggio Emilia–inspired approach, enabling hands-on, inquiry-based learning where language, mathematics, science, social science, design technology, engineering, design thinking and research are integrated. Learning is supported by dedicated teachers for core subjects, with specialist instruction in French, music and physical education, plus access to the Junior School Learning Commons and Design Technology Lab. Grades 1–6 emphasize interdisciplinary connections, collaboration and real-world contexts to build foundational skills and confident learners. Grades 7 and 8 provide a broad preparation: humanities (English, history and geography), STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), French, physical education, visual arts and band/strings; accelerated math and French allow early Grade 9 credits, and a built-in Options program enriches the Ontario curriculum with additional experiences. Outdoor education is integrated, Chapel is held weekly, and social-emotional learning is emphasized through advisory structures and leadership opportunities. Grades 9 to 12 offer a comprehensive Ontario-based program with more than 100 credit courses, electives in business, technology and visual/media arts, and enrichment that elevates the Ontario curriculum; Advanced Placement is available (14 AP credits and AP Capstone Diploma), with university counselling guiding post-secondary planning; 100% of graduates are offered placement at top-tier universities.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes enable close attention to students' learning and well-being.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results strong results in AP courses
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school reports a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to prestigious universities and colleges and provides intensive high school and university preparation. The Ontario Curriculum leads to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), which is recognized by universities worldwide. A dedicated post-secondary pathway helps students gain admission to their chosen programs.	Higher education progression All graduates are offered placement at top-tier universities. University Counselling uses a personalized approach beginning in Grades 7–8, with ongoing guidance as students tailor their post-secondary plans and prepare applications to Canada, the United States and beyond.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the C.A.S.E Program provide enrichment and opportunities for advanced learners.	Gifted and talented Advanced Placement offered with 14 AP credits and the AP Capstone Diploma; accelerated math and French programs in Grades 7–8.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a global student body with a comprehensive support structure that includes individualized academic guidance and personal mentorship provided by accessible faculty.	Social & emotional learning Well-being is essential for learning and flourishing and is integrated into BSS from JK through Grade 12. The program is rooted in positive psychology and emphasizes agency, connection and resilience. It includes Circle of Care and a Tiered Support system to address students' needs, and is organized around seven well-being domains: Adaptable Mindset; Empathy and Compassion; Gratitude; Mindfulness; Self-Regulation; Kindness and Connection; and Character Strengths.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Specialists provide individualized support. The Learning Resource Centre enhances learning skills, offers accommodations for students with Individual Education Plans, provides assistive technology and language resources, runs skill-building workshops, and includes a drop-in peer tutoring program.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The Language Support Program strengthens English proficiency with six hours of weekly instruction, including online grammar classes, oral communication practice, and reading and writing development; the UT English Academic Preparation (EAP) stream provides a pathway to university-level English with flexible entry points; evaluation includes ongoing assessment and a final IELTS mock exam.	English as an additional language Language resources are available through the Learning Resource Centre to support language development.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Guidance counselors provide academic planning, emotional support, and social skills development; the school emphasizes mental health and emotional development and integrates Social-Emotional Learning with the Ontario Student Well-Being Strategy.	Mental wellbeing Well-Being Counsellors are experts in the social and emotional life of girls and provide one-on-one support and development of relevant programs. The School Psychologist provides psychological and mental health support. Well-being is addressed across academic, social-emotional, physical and spiritual dimensions.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Safety & Caring framework promotes a safe, respectful environment with zero-tolerance for bullying; a Safety Committee oversees campus safety policies; campus access is controlled and supervision is 24/7; emergency response protocols are in place; boarding life is supervised by House Parents and the Residential Life Team; a dedicated team provides psychological support and guidance; regular communication with families is maintained.	Safeguarding Circle of Care centers the child in education and relies on continuous communication among parents and educators to support students' journeys. It responds to students' diverse identities and needs with parents integral to the network.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Royal Crown School spans 10,000 sq m (107,000 sq ft) and sits in a two-storey building with a basement that contains education, athletics, and classroom facilities. The campus includes an art classroom, two labs, a makerspace for STEM activities, an auditorium, a full-service cafeteria, a patio, and administrative offices. The indoor gym accommodates basketball, volleyball, badminton, and more, and a large swimming pool with a scuba/snorkeling program, recreational facilities, and two fitness rooms are available. Boarding is provided in hotel-style residences with meals.	Facilities overview The campus blends a 105-year-old building with gleaming modern learning spaces. The STEAM complex features open-concept classrooms designed to spark inquiry and collaboration. Two state-of-the-art theatres anchor the campus. The athletics footprint includes a Royal Gym with two gyms, two dance studios, a fitness studio and a turf field.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The indoor gym accommodates basketball, volleyball, badminton, and more and hosts multiple junior and senior teams. There is a large swimming pool with a scuba/snorkeling program and two fitness rooms.	Sports facilities Royal Gym includes two gyms, two dance studios, a fitness studio and a turf field. The turf field enables extended seasons for field sports and provides a high-level training and competition space. A climbing wall supports PE programs.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus includes an art classroom, two laboratories, a makerspace for STEM activities, an auditorium, a teaching kitchen, a full-service cafeteria, a patio, and administrative offices.	Academic facilities The STEAM complex features open-concept classrooms designed to spark inquiry and collaboration. Junior School spaces are light-filled and ideal for collaborative, hands-on learning. The Learning Commons provides a large collection of books and learning resources for JK–12.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Basketball, Golf, Hockey, Steam Program, C.A.S.E., and Advanced Placement Program are offered. The Youth Elite Business Program, a collaboration with Rotman School of Management, provides a pre-university business curriculum.	Extra curricular facilities Arts and Athletics programs include Junior School Athletics, Middle and Senior School Athletics and the High Performance Athlete Program. Collaboration Commons hosts activities, learning and events throughout the year. Two state-of-the-art theatres support performing arts, and a climbing wall enhances physical activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History On the first day of school in 1867, The Bishop Strachan School opened its doors to educate girls and prepare them to lead. Rev. John Langtry founded the school as a Church School designed to provide a curriculum co-extensive with first-class schools and within reach of people of moderate means. There were 31 students in the first year. The school moved to the city's growing locations around College and Yonge, and later to its current property. Today, more than 150 years after its founding, BSS has over 900 students.
Community	Community Royal Crown School brings together students from around the world, creating a diverse and culturally rich learning environment. There is a global student body of over 300 students from 20+ countries. The school provides a strong support system with individualized academic guidance and personal mentorship to help students progress toward university goals. The school community hosts events throughout the year, including cultural celebrations, sports tournaments, academic competitions, and community service projects, enabling students to connect with peers and develop leadership skills.	Community The school has a Parent Association that builds a welcoming community for all BSS families. Parent volunteers come from a wide range of professional and personal backgrounds. They are dedicated to enhancing school spirit and involvement and coordinate a broad program of inclusive initiatives and events across the school, involving students, employees, families and alumnae. News, events and volunteer opportunities are shared through the Parent Corner on myBSS, and involvement can be initiated by contacting communityengagement@bss.on.ca. 298 Lonsdale Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4V 1X2 • (416) 483-4325.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Parent Association serves as the school's primary parent organization, bringing together families, staff and alumnae to support BSS. The group relies on active parent volunteers who contribute to school life and ensure broad involvement across grade levels. It organizes inclusive initiatives and events throughout the year, engaging students, employees, families and alumnae in learning and community life. Information about opportunities to get involved is shared through the Parent Corner on myBSS, and inquiries can be directed to communityengagement@bss.on.ca. The school's address and main contact details are listed for inquiries via the Parents page.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Advanced Placement Program enables students to pursue college- and university-level studies while in high school. AP is a global credential recognized by universities worldwide. Available AP exams include Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics 1, Physics 2, Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, Physics C: Mechanics, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Computer Science, Precalculus, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Psychology, Chinese Language and Culture, English Language and Composition, and English Literature and Composition. Royal Crown School is an official AP Exam Center (School Code: 826512).	Academic & intellectual Academic Groups include DECA, HOSA, Math Society, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Robotics, Science Club, Science Olympiad and Speaker's Union. Co-curricular opportunities include the Global Ideas Institute, Global Hackathons and Experiential Career Workshops with Harvard Student Agencies. These activities foster collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving beyond the classroom.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Music and theater are part of the arts offerings, and Visual Arts is a program described by students. Visual Arts is referenced in student testimonials, highlighting creative engagement.	Arts & creative The arts are integrated from JK to Grade 12 with opportunities to learn a musical instrument, join a dance class, sing in a choir or take a role in a stage production. Arts programs cultivate creativity, critical thinking, resilience and well-being and connect with other subjects through interdisciplinary projects. In the Junior School, vocal and percussion skills are taught through Grade 5; Grade 6 adds instrumental music; the Junior Choir and the Fun Plus program offer opportunities for vocal, musical theatre and dance performances. A Director of the Arts leads a comprehensive program across the school with facilities that include theatres, studios and media and design labs.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school offers an Advanced English Language ESP program that allows Chinese students to learn and experience life in Canada, with a focus on cultural immersion and improving language proficiency.	Cultural & language Global learning provides leadership opportunities through trips and events that emphasize belonging, cultural competency and ethical citizenship. Reciprocal language exchanges and language immersion with Ermitage International School in France, along with virtual exchanges with partner schools, broaden linguistic and cultural understanding. Co-curricular experiences include the Global Ideas Institute, Global Hackathons and Experiential Career Workshops. Past local and global experiences include language, culture, history and arts explorations in Spain, performing arts trips to New York, Ireland and other locations, and cultural explorations in London and Paris.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The student experience includes a wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities, from robotics and debate to music and theater.	Social & hobbies There are 40 student-led clubs across the school giving students diverse options beyond class. Clubs include DECA, HOSA, Math Society, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Robotics, Science Club, Science Olympiad and a range of topics from poetry to video production to photography. Community groups include Asian Student Union, Black Student Union, Muslim Student Union, Jewish Student Union, Peer Connections, Moral Courage Task Force, Gender Sexuality Alliance and Spectrum, the school newspaper.
Community & service	Community & service C.A.S.E. stands for Creativity, Action, Service, Enrichment. It is an after-school program that supports student learning outside the classroom by helping students explore their passions in a safe environment, linking studies to real-world problem-solving and benefiting the school community with small class sizes.	Community & service Service learning is a powerful, often life-changing experience and a core part of BSS culture. Student-led service initiatives increase accessibility, justice and equity for marginalized groups, with projects such as food and clothing drives, peer tutoring and Pride Week. In the Junior School, Grade 5 and 6 students tutor younger peers; in Middle and Senior School, students turn classroom learning into action through service initiatives and community projects.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Youth Elite Business Program provides students with real-world experience through internships, case studies, and projects, with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and leadership to prepare for future career success.	Leadership & professional Student leadership centers student voice; leadership is learned through training and workshops and practiced across councils, clubs and teams. Senior students can be elected or appointed to formal leadership roles, including Head Prefect, Head Boarder, Grad Prefect, House Prefect and various Council and Academic Team leadership positions. The Leadership Retreat provides development for senior student leaders, and Councils (Arts, Academics, Athletics, Boarding, Business, Chapel, Communications, Events, Environment, Global Awareness, Grad, and others) support student leadership and initiative. Academic Groups include DECA, HOSA, Math Society, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Robotics, Science Club, Science Olympiad and Speaker's Union.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Student Life & Well-Being emphasizes personalized, high-level learning with tailored academic pathways, expert faculty, and a supportive community, including specialized programs in business, STEM, athletics, and leadership. The school hosts events such as cultural celebrations, sports tournaments, academic competitions, and community service projects, and offers a residential program that provides a safe, structured environment for students.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics is a powerful tool for personal growth, fostering mental well-being, confidence and resilience. BSS offers 80+ athletic teams across 21+ sports with a focus on progress, perseverance and teamwork. Facilities include a turf field, two gyms, a pool, dance studios, a rock-climbing wall and a fitness centre. The High Performance Athlete Program provides academic advising and mentorship for advanced athletes, and the Lang Scholar Program offers leadership development opportunities while well-being is supported through Circle of Care, Tiered Support and seven domains of well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches English and provides a Language Support Program to strengthen English proficiency with six hours of weekly instruction divided into online grammar classes, oral communication practice, and reading and writing development. The Pathway to University-Level English offers an English Academic Preparation (EAP) stream with flexible entry points and progression from foundational to advanced levels. Evaluation is ongoing, with a final IELTS mock exam and opportunities to showcase progress through presentations.	Language provision French is taught in the Junior School by specialist teachers; in the early grades, French introduces everyday vocabulary through stories, songs and games. From Grade 1 onward, French emphasizes conversational fluency and writing; by Grades 4 to 6, instruction includes writing, question formation and storytelling, with ongoing conversational practice and interpretation of texts in Grade 6. Spanish is offered through the Global Learning program with Level 2 and Level 3 Spanish in iEARN virtual exchanges; there is also a Spain language, culture, history and arts experience to broaden language exposure.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Reciprocal language-immersion exchanges are maintained with Ermitage International School in France. A Spanish language exchange is conducted through iEARN with partner schools for Level 2 and Level 3 Spanish via virtual conversations. A language, culture, history and arts experience in Spain supports language exposure in real-world contexts.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards The BSS Volunteer Service Award — recognizes outstanding volunteerism by parents or alumnae, with up to three recipients each year. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award — program for Grades 9–12 offering Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. The Renata McCARTHY '59 Grade 7 Citizenship Award — endowed Grade 7 citizenship award. The Michele WATT Cassidy '75 Award for the Pursuit of a Dream — endowed award fund. The Award for Teaching Excellence — endowed fund under Endowed and Named Funds.
Accreditations	Accreditations AP Exam Center (School Code: 826512) — AP is a global credential recognized by universities worldwide. Ontario Curriculum; Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is granted to secondary school graduates in Ontario and is accepted by universities worldwide.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Start the process by submitting the Application form to begin the admissions process. Two years of transcripts from the student's previous academic institutions are required once the process begins. Application fees are charged after the application is completed. The academic team will reach out promptly after the initial submission to outline next steps. 2. ESL Enrollment: All international students take English proficiency assessments. These may include IELTS, TOEFL, iBT, CAEL, CELPIP, or the Royal Crown English placement test. A Math Assessment may be required to place the student in the correct courses. The ESL Assessment determines the appropriate ESL level based on Listening, Reading, and Writing. 3. Admissions Intake: Royal Crown School features four admission intake points throughout the year to maximize learning opportunities. Flexible enrolment means students can begin at August, October, January, or March. The intake schedule supports students starting at different times during the year. The admissions team provides guidance throughout the process. 4. Application Inquiry: The page provides an Application Inquiry option to connect with the academic team for questions and guidance.	Admissions 1. Apply online. The Bishop Strachan School uses an online application via MyBSS; create an account and complete the online application form, including the parent and student questionnaires; you can pause and resume your application before submitting. Early Bird and Day School deadlines apply: Early Bird Deadline November 1, 2025 ($250) and Day School Deadline December 1, 2025 ($300). 2. Assessments. Junior School applicants (JK/SK) participate in small-group activities; Grades 1–6 complete a math and English test, plus group activities and games. Middle and Senior School assessments evaluate numeracy, literacy and interpersonal skills with an age-appropriate math assessment and a written task based on a reading passage; there is no need to study or prepare in advance. Grade 7 and 9 applicants are hosted on campus in December 2025 and January 2026, with international students able to complete the assessment virtually on one of two available dates. 3. Admissions decisions and boarding options. Admissions decisions are communicated by email; the Admissions Decision Day for the 2026 cycle is February 20, 2026. Boarding applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, space permitting. 4. Financial assistance and scholarships. The deadline to apply for Financial Assistance and Scholarships is January 5, 2026.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Financial assistance and merit-based scholarships are available for students entering Grade 6–12. A completed scholarship application form is required. The deadline to apply for all scholarships for the 2026–27 school year is January 5, 2026.
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