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School Busing:

HNMCS offers bus transferring. Service options offered are regular rider, regular rider AM only, regular rider PM only.

The regions HNMCS offers busing from are:

Additional notes: From Your Home to Ours! Holy Name of Mary College School is pleased to provide private bus service for students through our primary service provider, Attridge Transportation. Attridge is one of the largest providers of bus service and has experience providing service to all-girls private schools in our area. Bus transportation is currently available from Mississauga, Etobicoke, Oakville, Woodbridge, Milton, Brampton and some areas in Toronto. Bus routes are revised annually depending on the location of the families requesting transportation services. Every effort is made to establish efficient routes, taking into account timeliness and safety considerations. **NEW ROUTE** For the 2025-26 academic year, we will be offering a dedicated bus for students from Hamilton & Burlington.

THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
Holy Name of Mary College School
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School overview

Pages in this report:

  • Grades
    Gr. 5 — Gr. 12
  • Gender
    All girls
  • Class Size
    Varies
  • Tuition
    $28,900/year
  • Language of instruction
    English
  • Associations
    ECO, CIS Ontario
  • Enrolment
    170 day students
  • Curriculum
    Progressive
  • EBROCHURE
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The big picture on Holy Name of Mary College School

We wrote a book reviewing the school

The 50-page review of Holy Name of Mary College School is part of our series of in-depth accounts of Canada's leading private schools. It provides a unique and objective perspective on the school's academics, programs, culture, and community.

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We questioned the school adminstration

1. Who are you, as a school?

"Holy Name of Mary College School is a vibrant & progressive independent Catholic school that provides girls, in grades 5-12, with rich educational opportunities to ignite interests and broaden horizons. We offer a strong academic programme, co-curricular clubs & activities, athletics & outdoor education - all designed to develop individuals who are curious, courageous & compassionate, who will be positive role models for others. With an unparalleled student experience, our focus remains educating the whole girl."

  • University preparatory school
  • Catholic academic tradition
  • Academic Excellence
  • Mini-Medical School
  • Scholarships & Financial Assistance
  • Award winning All-Girls FIRST Robotics Team
  • Duke of Edinburgh's Award
  • Leadership & Outdoor Education Programmes
  • Private transportation available
  • Award winning Choirs

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We got insight from alumni, parents, and students

Holy Name of Mary College School: Alumni Review from Caley Gibbs

Watch our alum interview with Caley Gibbs to learn about the unique experience of attending Holy Name of Mary College School.

Holy Name of Mary College School: Q&A 2020

Watch our Holy Name of Mary College School Q&A discussion with Isabella (Alum), Colleen (Alum), Gina (Parent), Laura (Parent) to gain fresh insight into the school’s culture, values, and strengths.

We reported on the school in articles

Profile of Carrie Hughes-Grant, Head of School, Holy Name of Mary College

“I encourage students to be confident, take risks, and put themselves out there," says Hughes-Grant. "I also want to make sure they have a soft spot to land."
 

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