Toronto STEM School: A Detailed Report with Information, Reviews, and Insights

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Toronto STEM School

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Grades
Gr. 9 — Gr. 12
Gender
Coed
Class Size
2 — 10 students
Tuition
$14,950 to 21,500/year
Language of instruction
English
Associations
AP
Enrolment
30 day students, 15 homestay students
Curriculum
Progressive
EBROCHURE
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Next open house
N/A
Application Deadline
Rolling (Day students), Rolling (Homestay students)

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The big picture on Toronto STEM School

We summarized the school ourselves

In a general sense, Toronto STEM School is a specialty school in the way that, say, a ballet school is a specialty school—it brings together students who share a passion, and builds the curriculum around their engagement with that curriculum. And, like a ballet school, or a hockey school, it’s not for everyone. But, for the students that it’s for, the experience can be transformative. The school specializes in Advance Placement instruction, and also serves as an AP examination centre. At Toronto STEM School students work and learn alongside true peers, those who share an abiding interest in technology. While the school follows the Ontario provincial curriculum, the learning environment is highly technology-focused, offering an enriched, cutting-edge educational experience.

We questioned the school adminstration

1. Who are you, as a school?

"Toronto STEM School is a not-for-profit independent high school focused on STEM. We are dedicated to providing our selected students with a rigorous and innovative educational experience. We offer a wide range of Advanced Placement courses in various subjects. With a strong emphasis on technology, the school has integrated cutting-edge tools such as coding, robotics, augmented reality, 3D printing, and AI into its curriculum. Our small and individualized learning environment is supportive and collaborative."

Small STEM focused classes.
3000 sf of open and bright space
We have 4 classrooms/labs, and a open concept study and lunch space.
Extra-curricular tailored to student interests.
Minimum of one field trip per month.
Passionate teachers who love to be there.
A balanced combination of use of technology and human interaction is embedded within our program.
A mix of local and diverse international students.
Zero tolerance on drugs, bullying, harassment of any kind. A safe place to learn!
No hidden fees!

2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?

"Toronto STEM School is a small sized educational facility with a small amount of students able to gain admission each year. Our size allows our staff to truly understand what they...(more)

3. What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

"At TSS, we value creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving. With the emergence of new technologies in general and artificial intelligence in particular, preparing students...(more)

4. What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

Information not yet available.

5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?

"Students who get the most out of our program are those who thrive in an environment where academia is taken seriously and success and achievement is celebrated. Our student body...(more)

6. Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

"Families looking for a school with maximum flexibility might not appreciate our student-centered approach to achievement and success. We do take academia...(more)

7. To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

"- Competitive tuition.
- Passionate teachers.
- Individualized learning.
- 6 report cards issued per each academic year."

8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

"Our admission rate to top universities and colleges is one of the main reasons families choose our school. Families manage to receive a quality service without bearing the cost of...(more)

9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

"Please visit our team's page: https://www.torontostemschool.com/team
A small, dedicated and professional team of people who prioritize students' well-being and success. Every...(more)

10. What might families find surprising about your school?

"Small is better! The amount of attention and care your child receives won't be comparable to that of a large learning space with multiple elements of behaviour issues, student...(more)

11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

"Recently, we have introduced a new school calendar. We have adopted a semester school structure, similar to universities, differing slightly from the typical secondary school...(more)

12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?

"Universities and colleges face admission issues ranging from mark-inflations to AI-interfered supplementary application entries. Therefore, they'd like to see hands-on portfolio...(more)

We got insight from alumni, parents, and students

Toronto STEM School: Alumni Review from Emanuele Tartaglini

Watch our alum interview with Emanuele Tartaglini to learn about the unique experience of attending Toronto STEM School.

Toronto STEM School: Parent Review from Tim Lilak

Watch our parent interview with Tim Lilak to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Toronto STEM School.

Toronto STEM School: Alumni Review from Mohammad Amin Mojtahed

Watch our alum interview with Mohammad Amin Mojtahed to learn about the unique experience of attending Toronto STEM School.

Toronto STEM School: Alumni Review from Fernando Mancini de Sousa

Watch our alum interview with Fernando Mancini de Sousa to learn about the unique experience of attending Toronto STEM School.

Parent, Alexandra Orlova (2024)

(5)

Gr. 9 (current) — My daughter has been attending Toronto Stem School (TSS) for a year. She just finished grade 9. It has been an absolutely wonderful experience for her. She has always been interested in math and technology, so she met a lot of like-minded students at TSS, which provided a great sense of community for her. The school has a very positive atmosphere with zero bullying. My daughter made a lot of friends across different grades. The school provides an opportunity for students to help one another and for peer-to-peer learning. The school is very supportive of all student endeavours and encourages students to explore different academic options. Students are well supported and my daughter has made good friends this year. It has been a wonderful transition from grade 8 to grade 9.

Alumnus, Jamie Hoar (2020)

(4.6)

I felt supported both academically and mentally when studying at TSS because of the small and intimate class sizes. Because of the setting, my teacher was able to truly get to know each and every one of his students and build real connections with them. Hamed is a very thoughtful and kind teacher. He always kept in mind academic needs for tests and other assignments and made sure I was prepared. This meant that if I wasn’t ready, he would accommodate my needs and push it back or change it into a practice test so that I would not feel as much anxiety towards a test or assignment when completing it. When enrolling with TSS, you should expect an environment like no other. The space is nurturing, the teachers are welcoming and the students are all there because they thrive in a spot just like you!

Parent, Vanessa M (2020)

(4.3)

Toronto STEM School is a real STEM school. Before enrolling at TSS, my son went to a large public school. High school is a transition for most, but the experience and large class sizes did not work well for him. We switched to TSS in October of Grade 9. It was a great decision. He is very happy, does well in his classes and like the other students. My son's favorite classes have been Technology, Design, and Computer Science. He really enjoys the small classes (as low as about 5 kids). He has become close with the other students and has developed great relationships with his teachers. Because the school is small, he also has some classmates/friends from the older grades. The school is quite close-knit. We joined TSS in the fall of grade 9 and look forward to the next years.

Parent, IVANI MANCINI (2019)

(4.2)

My son is attending TSS - Toronto STEM School since September, 2018. Overall the experience at TSS has been extremely pleasurable, because of the great care that the school offers to their students. This is due to the small number of students in the class, which prevents the classes from noise and distraction between the students. Furthermore ,the teachers have a greater knowledge of the students weaknesses and strengths. The school offers great insight over the students personal difficulties and offers good quality teaching. The environment is very friendly and supportive. The classes are dynamic, with hands-on activities, creating a more inviting experience for the students. One of the only disappointing features is the small array of nationalities, which creates stronger friendships between some students more than others.

Student, James Davies (2019)

(4.9)

This place is fantastic. I started going to TSS in the summer after grade 9 to learn grade 10 math. I did exceptionally poorly in grade 9. Over a single month Hamed was able to undo the damage done by the previous year's teacher(s) as well as fill in a ton of gaps in my math knowledge. I have taken every math and science course there and they have all been exceptional. I will for sure be taking the rest of my stem courses at TSS. I really can't recommend them enough. The class sizes are very small (4-7) and the teachers are very flexible in their approach. You never feel afraid to ask questions or say you don't know something. Teachers are also very reasonable about deadlines.

Parent, Beth Herst (2019)

(4.4)

Both my sons have struggled with the math teaching in the public system. They were frustrated and demoralized. TSS offered them the chance to master their challenges, gain confidence, truly understand the principles underlying the work they were being asked to complete, and overcome their conviction that they simply "couldn't do math". Both my sons began with supplementary tutoring and enjoyed the experience so much they asked to take their full math credits with TSS. The program was rigorous but they were supported every step of the way. This was an excellent learning environment and experience for them both. Pursuing a credit in a private class setting is not for all students, but for those able to sustain the intensity it can be a very rewarding experience.

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The big picture on Toronto STEM School

We summarized the school ourselves

We questioned the school adminstration

1. Who are you, as a school?

2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?

3. What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

4. What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?

6. Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

7. To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

10. What might families find surprising about your school?

11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?

We got insight from alumni, parents, and students

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