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THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
St. Andrew's College









School Busing:

St. Andrew's College offers bus transferring. Service options offered are regular rider AM only.

The regions St. Andrew's College offers busing from are:

Additional notes: SAC offers a luxury shuttle service with a maximum seating of 21 students. The bus only operates in the morning as afternoon schedules vary for each student depending on co-curricular engagements. Students must be registered to take the bus ahead of September and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.

THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
St. Andrew's College
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School overview

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  • Grades
    Gr. 5 — Gr. 12
  • Gender
    All boys
  • Class Size
    17 students
  • Tuition
    $44,825 to 84,435/year
  • Language of instruction
    English
  • Associations
    CAIS, TABS, CIS Ontario
  • Enrolment
    396 day students, 260 boarding students
  • Curriculum
    Traditional
  • EBROCHURE
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The big picture on St. Andrew's College

We summarized the school ourselves

The program at St. Andrew’s has long been distinguished by a high rate of success, with the list of notable alums providing an abbreviated who’s who of Canadian arts, leaders, politics, and entrepreneurship. While Dr. Bruce Macdonald left the headmastership in 1935, the culture of the school, even today, remains very much an expression of his vision. This is in part due to the fact that, in a lot of ways, he was well ahead of his time. For example, he was the first boys-school headmaster in Canada to hire a female instructor, something he did in 1905. Macdonald wanted the school to develop “the complete man, the well-rounded citizen”—athletics and arts, in addition to academics, were vigorously promoted. What’s interesting is that, even with those sorts of progressive ideals, Macdonald was also keen on tradition, which gave students a sense of being part of something bigger than themselves. While there are a few schools that retain their cadet corps, St. Andrew’s is the one that has retained it entirely intact, with military ranks, pipes and drums, kilts, and sporrans all firmly still in place. St. Andrew's completed a substantial capital campaign in 2015 that included the creation of athletics facilities as well as the Wirth Theatre. All of that, as well as all the development over the century of the school’s life, has created a school that is strikingly modern while retaining a sense of participation in tradition. It’s a nice mix. The ideal student is one given to making the most of the varied programs on offer.


We questioned the school adminstration

1. Who are you, as a school?

"SAC offers a rigorous curriculum in an activity-based environment. SAC’s mission to ‘develop the complete man, the well-rounded citizen,’ is complemented by a range of co-curriculars. Boys participate in extensive athletics (72 teams across 21 sports), and in its internationally acclaimed arts, drama, robotics, and music programs. Graduates gain entry to top Canadian, U.S., and international universities, and are known for their strong values, dedication to community, and lifelong friendships."

  • Founded in 1899
  • Excellent university placement record
  • $42M in new facilities & renovations over the past two years
  • 72 rep. teams across 21 sports
  • Strong arts, music, & drama programs
  • Business, leadership, & robotics programs
  • Financial aid & scholarships available
  • 126-acre campus

2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?

"The ABCs of St. Andrew’s – academics, arts, athletics, boys, brotherhood, boarding, and character – come together to make your son’s educational journey a transformative...(more)

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

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

"St. Andrew’s has a long and fascinating history, beginning September 10, 1899, the first day of school. Founded as a boarding and day school in Chestnut Park in Toronto by Rev....(more)

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

"Sending your son to St. Andrew’s means giving him opportunities to learn, explore, and grow in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our commitment to constant improvement...(more)

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

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

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

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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

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10. What might families find surprising about your school?

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

"St. Andrew’s facilities are second to none. From the Yuill Family Athletic Complex with an all-weather synthetic turf field, baseball diamond, and outdoor, six-lane rubber track...(more)

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

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We got insight from alumni, parents, and students

St. Andrew's College: Alumni Review from Troy Tsai

Watch our alum interview with Troy Tsai to learn about the unique experience of attending St. Andrew's College.

St. Andrew's College: Alumni Review from Bryce Neil

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St. Andrew's College: Alumni Review from Xander Smith

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