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Bayview Glen

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$19,750 - 36,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1100
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish, Mandarin
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Bayview Glen is a co-educational day school in Toronto serving Preschool through Grade 12 across campuses. The Duncan Mill Campus houses Preschool and Lower School, while the Moatfield Campus hosts the Prep and Upper Schools; a Build opening in June 2026 adds a C-STEM and Innovation Lab, a Lower School Gym, an Outdoor Discovery Space, a Health Centre, an Indoor Aquatics Facility, a Gross Motor Room, and spaces for families. The school delivers the Canadian Curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) options. In the Upper School, Liberal Arts programme weaves Humanities, Natural and Social Sciences, and the Arts, encouraging students to diversify their studies and develop critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and communication, while building cultural awareness, leadership, and resilience. Bayview Glen emphasizes wellbeing and belonging and participates in Round Square exchanges and service projects. Offerings include Robotics, Model United Nations, Mandarin, and Bayview Glen Players, alongside arts and athletics.

Duncan Mill Campus: 275 Duncan Mill Road, Toronto, Ontario M3B 3H9, Canada; Moatfield Campus: 85 Moatfield Drive, Toronto, Ontario M3B 3L6, Canada

The Essentials

Bayview Glen has 1,100 pupils, instruction in English.

Stages
Preschool; Lower School (Senior Kindergarten through Grade 5); Prep School; Upper School. The school serves students from Preschool to Grade 12.

Type
Co-educational day school

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Multi-denominational
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a day school; no boarding is available.

Uniform Requirement
The Bayview Glen uniform is worn by students. Starting in Senior Kindergarten, students wear the uniform daily; the youngest students wear the uniform one day per week.

Food Options
Bayview Glen offers a lunch programme. Lower and Prep School students receive hot lunch daily. Upper School students may purchase lunch in the dining hall or bring their own; a regular and vegetarian menu is offered, with arrangements for food allergies or special nutritional requirements.

Governance and Ownership
Bayview Glen is not-for-profit and operates as an independent school. It is governed by a Board of Directors that meets monthly.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bayview Glen ranges from CAD 19,750 to CAD 36,000 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees
- Application fee: a non-refundable CAD 100.00 application fee is required for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 applications; this application fee does not apply to Preschool (BG2 or BG3) applicants.
- One-time Registration Fee for new students: CAD 5,500.00 (this registration fee is not applied to children entering BG2 and BG3).

Tuition — annual amounts (by programme / year group)
- Preschool (Part‑Time BG2/BG3): CAD 19,750.00.
- Preschool (Full‑Time BG2/BG3): CAD 29,500.00.
- Lower School (Junior Kindergarten – Grade 5): CAD 32,000.00.
- Prep School (Grades 6 – 8): CAD 36,000.00.
- Upper School (Grades 9 – 12): CAD 36,000.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment options and deadlines:
- Plan A (Payment in full by cheque or pre-authorized payment): full payment by the stated deadline (payment by cheque or pre-authorized payment). No credit‑card convenience fee applies for this option.
- Plan B (Payment in full by credit card): full payment by the stated deadline with a 2% credit card convenience fee.
- Plan C (Pre‑Authorized Payment over 4 payments): a CAD 5,000.00 non‑refundable deposit is required (this deposit represents the first installment); the remaining balance is collected in three automatic Pre‑Authorized Payments on the 1st day of the specified months. Example schedule structure: deposit on the first installment date, then equal automatic payments on the three subsequent installment dates. The CAD 5,000.00 deposit for Plans C and D is non‑refundable.
- Plan D (Pre‑Authorized Payment over 10 payments): a CAD 5,000.00 non‑refundable deposit is required (representing the first installment); nine automatic monthly Pre‑Authorized Payments follow. A CAD 111.11 monthly administration fee is added to each of the nine monthly payments. A voided cheque is required for Pre‑Authorized Payment plans.

Per‑payment examples (calculated from the annual tuition and the stated deposit/payment structures)
- Plan C (deposit CAD 5,000.00 + three equal payments):
- Part‑Time Preschool (CAD 19,750.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + three payments of CAD 4,916.67.
- Full‑Time Preschool (CAD 29,500.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + three payments of CAD 8,166.67.
- Lower School (CAD 32,000.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + three payments of CAD 9,000.00.
- Prep / Upper School (CAD 36,000.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + three payments of CAD 10,333.33.
- Plan D (CAD 5,000.00 deposit + nine monthly payments; each monthly payment = (annual tuition − CAD 5,000.00) ÷ 9, plus CAD 111.11):
- Part‑Time Preschool (CAD 19,750.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + nine payments of approximately CAD 1,750.00 per month.
- Full‑Time Preschool (CAD 29,500.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + nine payments of approximately CAD 2,833.33 per month.
- Lower School (CAD 32,000.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + nine payments of CAD 3,111.11 per month.
- Prep / Upper School (CAD 36,000.00): CAD 5,000.00 deposit + nine payments of approximately CAD 3,555.55 per month.
- Notes on payment methods: full payments can be made by cheque, direct debit, wire transfer, or credit card; a 2% credit card convenience fee applies to credit card payments and American Express is not accepted. Pre‑Authorized Payment plans require submission of a voided cheque.

Other mandatory and recurring fees
- Parent Association Fee: CAD 25.00 per year.
- Facilities Fee (JK to Grade 12): CAD 1,000.00 per year.
- Technology Fee (Grades 6 to 12): CAD 225.00 per year.

Optional / additional costs
- Transportation (bussing) — Central/North Toronto: one‑way CAD 3,749.00; two‑way CAD 5,499.00. Routes and availability may change each year.
- After School Programme (applies to SK to Grade 8 unless otherwise noted): 4:00–5:00 p.m. CAD 1,000.00; 4:00–6:00 p.m. CAD 2,000.00. Participation in the After School Programme is included in tuition for Age 2 to JK for the stated programme period.
- Additional costs that families should budget for: school uniforms (available through the Parent Association shop), textbooks (textbooks are included through Grade 6), music/art course fees for Grade 9–12 music or art students, lunches for Grades 9–12, fees for school trips, team sports and other co‑curricular activities.

Scholarships and financial assistance
- Scholarships: students in Grades 6–12 may write scholarship exams; successful candidates receive CAD 2,000.00 applied toward the following year's fees.
- Financial aid (bursaries) is available on a needs basis and is administered via a third‑party assessment process; families must submit the third‑party application by the stated internal deadline to be considered. The awarded bursary is for one school year and families must reapply annually.

Refunds and withdrawal terms
- A CAD 5,000.00 deposit is required on re‑enrolment; for new student registration a deposit is collected which includes the first tuition installment and the one‑time CAD 5,500.00 registration fee. The deposit amounts required are non‑refundable.
- Tuition is non‑refundable. If written notice of withdrawal is received after registration or re‑enrolment and before the first day of school, 50% of the annual tuition fees are payable; if written notice of withdrawal is received after the first day of school, 100% of the annual tuition fees are payable. In the event a student is dismissed by the Head of School, tuition paid less any used fees shall be refunded.

Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a co‑educational day school for Preschool through Grade 12.

Fee payment modes accepted
- Cheque, direct debit (pre‑authorized payments), wire transfer and credit card (credit card payments incur a 2% convenience fee; American Express is not accepted). Pre‑Authorized Payment plans require a voided cheque for set‑up.
Academics

Bayview Glen teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Upper School offers a rigorously academic Liberal Arts programme that integrates the Humanities, Natural and Social Sciences, and the Arts. Students are encouraged to diversify their curriculum choices. The curriculum focuses on developing critical thinking and problem solving, fostering intellectual curiosity and creativity, preparing for post-secondary education, participating in leadership opportunities, and cultivating communication and collaboration skills, heightening cultural awareness, and learning a sense of responsibility and resilience. The curriculum provides students with knowledge, skills and values that will prepare them for post-secondary education and enable them to be academically vibrant, empathetic and responsible citizens.

Exam Results
Advanced Placement programme: 92% of AP students earned scores of 3 or higher in 2025. 100% of graduates are accepted to four-year degree-granting institutions.

Higher Education Progression
Bayview Glen provides comprehensive post-secondary counselling with the Director of University Counselling, the Career and Academic Counsellor, the Learning Strategist and the Student Services Advisor who set goals, assist with timetable selections and Ontario diploma requirements, and support university/college applications. Group information sessions and individual advising are offered, and representatives from post-secondary institutions visit Bayview Glen to speak with students. Grade 12 students attend university visits, and resources in the University & Career Counselling Centre support career planning and external learning opportunities, with the goal that students attend post-secondary institutions where they apply their knowledge, creativity, global competencies and entrepreneurial mindset.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes learning through inquiry and community, with programs that foster curiosity, self-awareness, and collaboration across divisions.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
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English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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Mental Wellbeing
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Safeguarding
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Parent Experience

History
Bayview Glen is a co-educational, multi-denominational, university preparatory day school from Preschool to Grade 12 in Toronto, Ontario. It was founded in 1962. The school serves Preschool to Grade 12, with divisions including Preschool, Lower School, Prep School, and Upper School.

Community
Bayview Glen fosters a connected community through events that bring past and present members together. Alumni Reunion Weekend 2026 featured a Friday Night Social, a Saturday Brunch and Sports Day, a Past Parent Reception, and a University Speakers Panel. The weekend celebrated Alumni Award recipients and welcomed the Class of 2026 as new Bayview Glen alumni. The Bayview Glen community is actively engaging across generations, centering shared memories, achievements, and future connections.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Bayview Glen Parent Association is a not-for-profit organization under The Moatfield Foundation. All parents and guardians of Bayview Glen students are members by paying annual membership dues. The mission is to enhance the school's spirit, act as a parent resource, facilitate communications, and raise funds for Bayview Glen. The Executive Committee directs day-to-day operations and fundraising for the school. Officers include the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary, Communications Director, and roles such as Gift Sale Coordinator and NISPA Representative. The Parent Association meets regularly, including an Annual Special Meeting in January, and maintains a Nominating Committee to present officer candidates.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Bayview Glen operates on two connected campuses serving Preschool through Grade 12. The Moatfield Campus hosts the Prep and Upper Schools, while the Duncan Mill Campus houses the Lower School and Preschool. Opening in June 2026, the New Build adds spaces including a C-STEM and Innovation Lab, a Lower School Gymnasium, an Outdoor Discovery Space, a Health Centre, an Indoor Aquatics Facility, a Gross Motor Room, and dedicated areas for families with a Parent Bench and additional offices. The New Build strengthens student wellbeing, curiosity, and belonging by providing spaces designed for learning, movement, creativity, and connection. The Moatfield Campus site includes a Learning Commons for collaborative learning during school events.

Sports Facilities
Lower School Gymnasium is an expanded environment for movement, play, athletics, and community gatherings. Indoor Aquatics Facility is a bright, modern space that enriches Health and Physical Education, builds confidence, and supports skill development and team training. Outdoor Discovery Space is a nature-rich setting that supports inquiry-based learning, unstructured play, and social-emotional development. Gross Motor Room is a dynamic space that supports movement-based learning for our youngest students. Health Centre is a dedicated, purpose-built environment that supports student wellness and daily care.

Academic Facilities
C-STEM and Innovation Lab is a purpose-built environment for hands-on exploration, experimentation, and interdisciplinary problem solving that encourages curiosity, creativity, and future-ready thinking. Outdoor Discovery Space supports inquiry-based learning in a nature-rich setting. Health Centre provides a dedicated space for student wellbeing, first aid, and daily care. Indoor Aquatics Facility supports Health and Physical Education and skill development. Gross Motor Room is a dynamic space that supports movement-based learning for younger students.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Bayview Glen offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including Arts Council, Bayview Glen Players, Games Club, and Grad Committee. Gryphons Athletics provides opportunities for students in Grades 3–12, with 90% of students involved last year. Performing arts are a key component, with full-scale productions in Prep and Upper School. Upper School Learning Commons hosts activities such as a Book Club, with events located there (e.g., Book Club at the Learning Commons, Moatfield Campus). Global education initiatives include the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative, Model United Nations, DECA, and Robotics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Upper School offers Advanced Placement courses. Students participate in a Robotics programme, Model UN, and Mock Trial. The curriculum is interdisciplinary and inquiry-based, connecting subjects and real-world issues. Experiential learning includes Round Square leadership conferences, exchanges, service projects, and virtual dialogue opportunities across the world.

Arts & Creative
Bayview Glen offers arts programs across the school, including choirs and bands. Preschool provides opportunities to perform for peers and family, supporting early artistic expression. Prep School features challenging, inclusive arts programs alongside athletics to help students discover new dimensions in themselves and others. Across the school, arts are integrated with student life to foster creative expression.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin is offered as a Lower School club. The school participates in Round Square activities, including international exchanges and leadership conferences. Model United Nations and DECA are among the student clubs. Round Square exchanges and service projects contribute to global learning.

Social & Hobbies
The school runs clubs such as Leadership, Spelling Bee, Mandarin, and championship Robotics teams. Students also participate in Youth and Philanthropy Initiative, Model United Nations, and DECA. Choirs and Bands provide musical outlets, and there are performance opportunities tied to the arts. Social and hobby activities are complemented by athletic and service-related programs.

Community & Service
Bayview Glen provides meaningful service learning in the Lower School and ongoing community involvement through the school. Youth and Philanthropy Initiative and service projects are part of student life. Round Square activities include service projects and exchanges that broaden students' civic-mindedness. The school emphasizes involvement in local and global communities.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities include Student Council and Young Round Square. Upper School participates in Round Square leadership conferences, exchanges, and service projects. A mentorship programme is available in the Upper School. Students are encouraged to develop leadership through clubs, service and Round Square opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Gryphons athletes compete in CISAA across multiple sports. There are three athletic terms each year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Participation is encouraged for Grades 3–12; last year 90% of Bayview Glen students were involved in Gryphons Athletics. A windsuit is mandatory for all team members.
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught as part of Bayview Glen's Language programme. The Grade 5 Lower School curriculum describes a dedicated French course within the Language programme, emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing in French. The programme uses the Accelerated Integrative Approach (AIM), Histoires en Action!, to teach French and develop communicative ability. The Language programme aligns with the Ontario Ministry of Education Language Curriculum released in 2023 and uses Universal Design for Learning and differentiated instruction to support language development and global citizenship.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: To apply, complete the online application. You will need digital copies of a current photograph of your child(ren), birth certificate, immunization records, and the previous two years of school reports and transcripts. You will also need credit card information to process the $100 non-refundable application fee. The application fee applies to Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12; it does not apply to Preschool (BG2 or BG3). Step 2: Preschool and Junior Kindergarten applicants and their families will be invited to an in-person visit to get to know one another and answer questions. Senior Kindergarten to Grade 5 applicants participate in a class visit followed by an entrance assessment. Prep School, Grades 6–8, applicants will participate in an interview and complete the entrance assessment. Upper School applicants, Grades 9–12, will participate in an interview and complete an essay. Step 3: Timeline: Admission meetings, interviews and assessments will be completed in the Fall and early Winter. Families will receive a follow up to their application by the end of February 2026. Now accepting applications for the 2027-2028 school year. Limited space in our Early Years programme starting in September 2026.

Scholarships
Scholarships are available to Bayview Glen students in Grades 6 through 12 who write scholarship exams in February; successful students are awarded $2,000 toward next year's school fees. Financial aid is provided as bursaries on a needs basis through Apple Financial Services; applications must be submitted by December 1, and bursaries are awarded for one school year with reapplication each year. The Parent Association Community Service Scholarship awards $2,500 to a Grade 12 graduate for outstanding volunteer service; the recipient is announced at the Grade 12 Graduation Ceremony; the application form is available for download and must be submitted by the stated deadline (e.g., April 30).
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