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Royal St. George’s College

Canada, Toronto

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$43,860
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 447
Type Boys School
Opened 1964
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

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

120 Howland Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 3B5

The Essentials

Royal St. George’s College has 447 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
The Annex neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The school is an urban day school located at 120 Howland Avenue (M5R 3B5). The campus sits in central Toronto's Annex area.

Stages
Grades 3-12.

Type
Boys' day school (independent).

Additional learning support
The Learning Centre provides guidance and supports ALL students; Individual Education Plans (IEP) are created to support formally documented learning needs.

Country affiliation
Canada

School day structure
Classes begin around 8:50 a.m. Lunch runs 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with Junior School lunch at 11:30 a.m. and Senior School lunch at 12:45 p.m. Aftercare is available from 3:15 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Bus service
TTC tickets program for student transportation.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school does not offer student boarding; it is a day school.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. The number one uniform includes blazers and ties, and crested clothing is worn. The Dragon's Lair on campus sells blazers, grey flannel pants, belts, dress shirts, socks and other crested items.

Food Options
A dining hall with a state-of-the-art kitchen is available on campus; students have access to lunch on campus.

House System
The House System comprises Canterbury, Westminster, York, and Winchester. Houses compete in activities such as cross-country, debates and drama; house points determine standings and prizes are awarded at Prize Day.

Governance and Ownership
Independent school governed by a Board of Governors. The Board includes a Facility Committee that oversees the improvement, maintenance and use of the College's property.
Fees

Annual tuition at Royal St. George’s College ranges from CAD 43,860 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition and activity fee
- CAD 43,860 annual tuition.
- CAD 2,300 student activity fee (annual).

New-student registration fee
- CAD 10,000 one-time, non-refundable registration fee due upon acceptance.

Tuition by year group and per-term breakdown
- The published fee schedule provides a single annual tuition amount (CAD 43,860) for the academic year and does not publish different tuition rates by grade or a public per-term breakdown. Standard and pre-payment plans are offered, but specific installment amounts and published per-term billing figures are not provided publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard payment plans and pre-payment plans are available; specific installment schedules (dates, number of installments, or late fee terms) are not detailed in the public fee summary. Families use the school's admissions/parent portal for account management and billing. Contact the Admissions/Business office for the precise billing schedule and payment deadlines.

Boarding fees
- Not applicable. Royal St. George's College is a day school and does not provide student boarding. At least one parent or guardian is required to live with the student in Toronto.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Purchases at the school store (The Dragon's Lair).
- Laptop computer purchased through the school for Grades 7–12.
- Senior School textbooks (costs for some textbooks may be additional).
- Invitational sports tournaments (team travel and entry fees).
- Band, choir, and other performance trips (travel and program fees).
- After-school care program for Grades 3–6: CAD 16 per hour (Monday–Friday, 3:15 pm–6:00 pm).
- Lunch program and public-transit (TTC) ticket program.
- Private lessons (music or other one-on-one lessons) and incidental program fees.

Scholarships and financial assistance
- Needs-based financial assistance is available to applicants to Grades 7–12; eligibility is assessed through a third-party assessor. Application deadlines for financial assistance are published (returning students: November 30; new applicants: December 31 in the year prior). Entrance scholarships are offered automatically for Grade 7 and Grade 9 applicants.

Refunds and withdrawal
- No publicly posted, detailed refund or withdrawal policy (for tuition or activity fees) was found in the school's public fee summary. The new-student registration fee is explicitly one-time and non-refundable. For refunds, withdrawal timelines, and any pro‑rata calculations, contact the Admissions or Business office for the formal policy and the applicable terms.

Fee payment options (methods)
- The publicly available fee pages state that payment plans exist but do not list the specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer/EFT, cheque). Families manage tuition accounts through the school portal and the Admissions/Business office can confirm accepted payment channels and any transaction fees.

Summary guidance for parents
- Annual cost to budget: CAD 43,860 (tuition) plus CAD 2,300 (activity fee); factor in the one-time CAD 10,000 registration fee for new students and additional variable costs (school store purchases, devices, trips, textbooks, aftercare, private lessons, lunch/transit). For exact installment amounts, billing dates, accepted payment methods, refund/withdrawal terms, and any grade-specific charges, contact the Admissions or Business office or use the school's parent/admissions portal.
Academics

Royal St. George’s College teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Ontario Curriculum is the basis of the academic program, and the curriculum is continually evolved to exceed provincial requirements. The program is designed to challenge students while providing support to help them excel, with emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Learning occurs in all settings across academics, athletics, arts, and service, including hands-on activities such as testing wooden gliders and tending a community garden. The Design Engineering Studio provides the resources to tinker and create, supporting applied knowledge. A tiered student-support model coordinates accommodations, IEPs, and direct instruction to promote inclusion and well-being.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size is 16. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14:1.

Exam Results
The school offers 10 Advanced Placement courses. 100% of graduates receive university offers.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a commitment to Equity and Belonging. Every student is Known and Loved. Diversity is celebrated as a vital part of being Georgian. Guiding Principles are Accountability, Allyship, and Action. The school creates brave spaces, centers diverse voices, and removes barriers to belonging.

Mental Wellbeing
The school has a full-time registered nurse to support student health during school hours, activities, trips, and events. Dedicated social workers and a team of compassionate educators provide timely, personalized well-being support. Data-driven insights guide the continuous improvement of programming to meet evolving student needs. Clubs, affinity spaces, and initiatives provide safe spaces where students connect over shared interests and diverse perspectives, and every voice is valued. The nutrition program emphasizes balanced meals and a device-free dining environment to support well-being and social connection.
Parent Experience

History
Royal St. George's College was officially established as an Anglican Choir School in 1961, and welcomed its first students in 1964 on the property of the Church of St. Alban-the-Martyr. The College maintains a historic affiliation with the Anglican Church of Canada while welcoming students from diverse religious backgrounds. In 1989, Queen Elizabeth II granted Royal Designation, making RSGC the only pre-university institution in Canada with that distinction. The Cathedral of St. Alban the Martyr became the Chapel in 1964, featuring a Gothic Revival roof that is the only double-hammerbeam roof in Canada. The campus has expanded with a modern classroom wing, science laboratories, a library, and a gym; the Junior School was renovated in the last decade and the Senior School transformation began in 2023.

Community
RSGC is an urban day school located in The Annex neighbourhood of Toronto, and maintains open communication with local residents and city officials as a good neighbour. The campus is on a tree-lined street near Bathurst subway station, and a transit fare program for families encourages use of public transportation. The neighbourhood is rich in green spaces and parks, which are incorporated into outdoor, experiential learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Georgian Parents Guild is a volunteer parent association dedicated to supporting the academic, social, physical, and spiritual environment of the students and the school, in partnership with the Headmaster and the school community. All parents are members of the Guild and may participate in its activities. The Guild organizes events such as the Mistletoe Market, Holly Jolly Auction, Used Uniform Sale, and Cheese Boutique gatherings, along with Parent Coffee Mornings, and seasonal events throughout the year; it also supports Frameworks Arts Night and Used Textbook collections. Meetings are held monthly, with dates announced in the school newsletters and Friday File, and many activities are accessible virtually. The Guild Executive includes roles such as President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Past President; the 2025-2026 President is Meredith Roth. For inquiries, the Guild can be reached at guild@rsgc.on.ca.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
RSGC's campus is located in Toronto's Annex, providing an urban setting for students from Grade 3 through 12. On campus, Ketchum Hall houses a dining area and a modern kitchen, a Design Engineering Studio supports hands-on engineering work, a full-sized gym, a heated outdoor turf, and a judo dojo. The Willner Madge Centre for the Arts is housed within the historic St Albans Chapel and provides music rooms, art studios, and a student lounge; the Centre for the Arts beneath the Chapel brings together instrumental and choral music with spaces for visual and digital arts, complemented by Blackbox Theatre spaces. The Chapel serves as a historic gathering space for assemblies and reflection.

Sports Facilities
RSGC has a bright, full-sized gymnasium on campus for basketball, volleyball, and badminton, plus a heated outdoor turf used year-round for scrimmages and practices. The downtown Toronto location provides access to additional athletic facilities within walking distance, expanding the program to city venues. The athletics program includes 35 competitive teams across 16 sports, with about three-quarters of students participating on at least one team each year. Intramural and co-curricular offerings provide additional opportunities to stay active and develop teamwork and leadership. The program includes a judo dojo as part of its on-campus facilities.

Academic Facilities
A Design Engineering Studio supports advanced computer engineering curricula for both junior and senior students. The Willner Madge Centre for the Arts is housed within the historic St Albans Chapel and includes music rooms, art studios, and a student lounge; the Centre for the Arts beneath the Chapel brings together instrumental and choral music with spaces for visual and digital arts, plus Blackbox Theatre spaces. The Willner Madge Centre for the Arts provides dedicated spaces for visual, digital, and performing arts, while the Centre for the Arts offers spaces for instrumental and choral music and visual arts. Technology in learning is supported by iPads for Grades 3–6 and MacBook Air laptops for Grades 7–12.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs and Activities form a core part of student life, offering opportunities to explore interests, develop leadership and collaboration, and connect across grades. Clubs are dynamic and student-centered, with many offerings being student-initiated; some are teacher-facilitated or entirely student-led. Examples include Cartooning, Chess, Coding and Design, Cooking and Baking, Dungeons & Dragons, Lacrosse Club, Mandarin, Model Parliament, Multisport Club, Robotics, Spanish, and Trivia. Outdoor Education provides hands-on outdoor experiences with Grade 3–6 trips, year-long outdoor learning, and leadership-building activities for older students, including trips to Camp Wanakita, Camp Onondaga, Camp Arowhon, and Strathcona Park Lodge. The school also supports a broad athletics program with dozens of teams and a vibrant arts scene with frequent performances and Arts Nights.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a dynamic, student-centered co-curricular program that reinforces academic growth through leadership opportunities, competitions, and hands-on learning. Current and recent clubs include Cartooning, Chess, Coding and Design, Cooking and Baking, Dungeons & Dragons, Lacrosse Club, Mandarin, Model Parliament, Multisport Club, Robotics, Spanish, and Trivia; additional offerings include Idea Club, Great Outdoor Adventure Club, Chess Club, Badminton Club, Cooking Club, Enviro Club, and Debate Club. Clubs are often student-initiated or teacher-facilitated, reflecting student voice and leadership across grades. Through these experiences, boys develop collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills beyond the classroom.

Arts & Creative
The Chapel Choir is a defining feature of the arts program. Choristers wear Royal Scarlet and sing at Evensong and major events, including the Festival of Lessons and Carols at St James Cathedral. Choristers receive vocal training and music theory instruction, perform a broad sacred repertoire, and participate in tours; membership can align with curricular music credits in Grades 9-12. Cartooning is another creative offering within the clubs program.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin and Spanish language clubs are available as part of the clubs program.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs span physical activities, arts, current events, and hobbies, including Lacrosse Club, Multisport Club, Chess Club, Trivia, Debate Club, and others that broaden students' interests and social connections.

Community & Service
The Community Service Program is a vital part of the school's mission, providing opportunities to serve and connect with local shelters, food banks, environmental organizations, and outreach programs. Senior students are encouraged to design and lead their own service projects, deepening understanding of social issues and civic responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
Student Leadership fosters leadership through shared responsibility and collaboration. Junior School Leadership offers opportunities to lead assemblies and clubs, while Senior School roles include Prefects, Stewards, House Captains, and Outdoor Education Leaders. These roles emphasize service, initiative, and community engagement across both the junior and senior levels.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Well-Being at RSGC is supported by a full-time registered nurse, dedicated social workers, and a health-and-w wellness program. The nutrition program emphasizes high-quality, varied meals in a phone- and device-free dining environment, and the school promotes an active lifestyle with outdoor education, sports, and regular physical activity.
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught through an immersion program in Grades 7 and 8. The program emphasizes reading, writing, listening, and speaking with a strong focus on oral communication and collaboration.

Bilingual Teaching
French is taught through a Grades 7 and 8 immersion program. The program immerses students in authentic language learning experiences across reading, writing, listening, and speaking, with an emphasis on oral communication and collaboration. Differentiated instruction supports learners from beginners to advanced speakers.

Immersion Programs
Grades 7 and 8 French immersion is designed to immerse students in dynamic, engaging, and authentic language learning experiences. Students study diverse texts, media, and cultural contexts to develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, with emphasis on oral communication and collaboration. Differentiated instruction ensures all learners—beginners to advanced speakers—are supported and challenged.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Learn About RSGC. Read all information about Royal St. George's College to understand its programs, values, and campus. The school provides an overview of its urban setting, the Georgian experience, and the mission to challenge and inspire each boy. This helps determine fit before applying.

2. Book a Tour. A campus tour before the interview is strongly recommended. An Open House is scheduled for October 23 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Tours are also available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:45 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. To arrange a visit, submit a request.

3. Submit an Application. The online application guides the required information for admission. The September 2027 entry application will be available in mid-September 2026, and completed applications must be received by December 1. The online process identifies the information needed and allows applicants to ask questions during the process.

4. Pay the Application Fee. The application fee is non-refundable and varies by submission window. The early window has a lower fee and the later window has a higher fee.

5. Upload Report Cards. Wait until access is granted before uploading report cards. Upload the son's year-end report cards from the past two academic years, along with the most recent mid-year or end-of-term report card.

6. Upload Birth Certificate or Passport. After access is granted, upload a copy of the son's birth certificate or passport to ensure the records are up to date.

7. Educational or Psychological Assessments. If applicable, upload educational or psychological assessments.

8. Interview with the Admissions Team. The interview is with a member of the admissions team. The candidate is interviewed alone for about 30 minutes and then meetings with the parents last about 20 minutes. The interview explores the candidate's interests, readiness for RSGC, and alignment with the school's values.

9. Complete the Entrance Test. The entrance test is age-appropriate and evaluates literacy and numeracy. Grades 3–6 are assessed during the interview; Grades 7 and 9 complete an in-person assessment at Royal St. George's College, Crescent School, or The York School, with one shared assessment across applying schools. The test fee is $125, and dates/locations are listed; international or out-of-province applicants may test virtually.

Scholarships
Scholarships: The school offers entrance scholarships for Grades 7 and 9. Scholarships are merit-based, taking into account report cards, entrance test results, leadership, and extracurricular involvement. All Grade 7 and 9 applicants are automatically considered, and no separate application is required.

Financial Aid: Needs-based financial aid is available to all boys applying to Grades 7-12. Eligibility for assistance is assessed through a third-party organization (Apple Financial Services). The deadline to apply for financial assistance is November 30 (for returning students) and December 31 (for new applicants) in the year prior to the year for which assistance is required.
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