THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
St. George's School

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Student Body

St. George's School is an all-boys institution with a larger student body than most Canadian schools and offers boarding from Grade 8, though a smaller proportion of students board compared to peer schools. It currently has a low percentage of students from outside Canada. Families and alumni describe the school’s student body as having a drive towards individuality and strong community bonds.

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Facts and analysis
Qualitative insights
- They have a drive towards individuality and personal growth.
- They share a strong sense of community and belonging.

Facts and analysis

Total enrollment

1,202 students attend St. George's School.

St. George's School has a larger student body than 98% of all schools we cover.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Enrollment
Grade	St. George's School	Median of all other schools
K	N/A	26
Gr. 1	N/A	18
Gr. 2	N/A	18
Gr. 3	N/A	18
Gr. 4	N/A	18
Gr. 5	N/A	20
Gr. 6	N/A	20
Gr. 7	N/A	24
Gr. 8	N/A	25
Gr. 9	N/A	40
Gr. 10	N/A	40
Gr. 11	N/A	43
Gr. 12	N/A	43

Why it matters

While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).

Gender

Only boys attend.

This makes St. George's School like 3% of other schools we cover.

Why it matters

A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).

Boarding Population

St. George's School offers boarding from Grade 8 to 12. Only 7% of the total student body boards.

St. George's School has a smaller proportion of boarding students than most of its peer boarding schools.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Boarding students as a percentage of total enrollment
Grade	St. George's School	Median of all other boarding schools
Gr. 8	N/A	15%
Gr. 9	N/A	38%
Gr. 10	N/A	48%
Gr. 11	N/A	51%
Gr. 12	N/A	53%

Why it matters

The proportion of boarding students is an important factor in shaping a school’s culture. Large boarding populations may create an immersive environment, while smaller boarding communities may balance residential life with local engagement (read topic guide).

International Students

7% of students come from outside Canada.

See how this ranks St. George's School below.

Why it matters

A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).

STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID

8% of students at St. George's School receive financial aid.

The percentage of students on financial aid at St. George's School is higher than 73% of all schools we cover.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Percentage of students on financial aid
Gr. 4	N/A
Gr. 5	N/A
Gr. 6	N/A
Gr. 7	N/A
Gr. 8	N/A
Gr. 9	N/A
Gr. 10	N/A
Gr. 11	N/A
Gr. 12	N/A

Why it matters

Financial aid reflects a school’s commitment to accessibility and socioeconomic diversity. These programs aim to create a richer community by bringing together students from varied backgrounds and experiences (read topic guide).

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.

They have a drive towards individuality and personal growth.

Reflections from parents, students, and administrators reveal that St. George's school fosters a supportive and engaging environment where individuality is celebrated through diverse learning methods and opportunities, ensuring personal growth and expression in a community that values diversity.

Both of my kids have been at St. George’s since their first year of eligibility, and I’ve seen great growth in both of them. They are very different kinds of kids, and yet the school has provided an environment that suits each of them.

—Jessica Hanick, parent (beginning in Gr. 1) (see full interview)

There's a million ways to be a good student, a good person, and a school's opportunity is to support every student on their individual path. We have to think about that quite deeply because we're a boys' school … there's a million ways to be a boy, and we need to celebrate that, and we need to support that, and we need to ensure that each boy's full identity finds its place by the time he leaves us.

—David Young, Head of School (see full interview)

The school recognizes both my sons’ individuality. We value that the school is structured, inclusive, and open-minded, with multiple ways to learn. My older son loves school—he enjoys everything about it, but I think a large part of his enthusiasm comes from the unique experience at St. George’s. The school has allowed him to adapt and has kept his interest because of how engaging they make the learning process. My younger son is different; he’s not naturally inclined toward school, but he enjoys going because he sees how the school supports him.

—Jessica Hanick, parent (beginning in Gr. 1) (see full interview)

St. George’s helps students find their voice, whether through clubs, teams, or unexpected opportunities. This confidence and self-discovery carry them through to graduation and beyond. Although students wear a uniform, they each come out of the experience looking different. They develop in their own unique way.

—Jessica Hanick, parent (beginning in Gr. 1) (see full interview)

A boy should graduate confident, and to be confident, he needs to be able to express the fullness of who he is, and that's made up of many different different parts … And how do we develop a culture that already does that really well here, which is to celebrate the fullness of each of our identities, knowing that if we do that well, the chances of a positive impact that society needs, that we feel, goes up.

—David Young, Head of School (see full interview)

St. George’s encouraged a wide range of extracurricular interests, and that fostered a non-judgmental environment where students could explore their passions. Whether in science, band, theater, or athletics, there was a space for everyone to find their community. This inclusivity helped create a welcoming and dynamic school spirit. The winter hamper drive, for example, showcased this spirit by involving students, teachers, staff, alumni, and community members in a charitable initiative. This event reflected the school’s emphasis on broader community engagement and the sense of belonging that extended beyond the student body.

—Nicolas Wicaksono, alum (see full interview)

They share a strong sense of community and belonging.

Observations from families, alumni, and faculty suggest that St. George's school prioritizes a vibrant, inclusive community, extending beyond the classroom to encourage active participation, identity celebration, and long-lasting connections among all members.

For my older son, the most valuable aspect of the school is the sense of community. He appreciates the inclusiveness and the fact that no matter what his closest friends are doing, they always come back together as part of this amazing group of people. My younger son values flexibility in learning. He appreciates that the school is structured but also open to different approaches, so students are not confined to a single way of learning.

—Jessica Hanick, parent (beginning in Gr. 1) (see full interview)

One of the most surprising aspects of St. George’s is its strong sense of community. When we first arrived, we were a young family with very young children, and we immediately felt welcomed. The community extends beyond students and teachers to include parents, caregivers, and even the surrounding neighborhood. Additionally, there is a vast alumni network that further enhances this feeling of inclusiveness. It’s a school that operates on a much larger scale than just the classrooms—it’s an entire network of support and connection.

—Jessica Hanick, parent (beginning in Gr. 1) (see full interview)

The school placed a strong emphasis on community, especially within the boarding program. In boarding, we lived together and participated in a variety of weekday and weekend programming that fostered deep connections among students. Many of these connections have lasted even until today. The sense of community extended beyond students to include faculty members and teachers. This experience was a particularly valuable aspect of my time at St. George’s.

—Nicolas Wicaksono, alum (see full interview)

Initially, I expected a rigid hierarchy, but I was surprised by the genuine connections that formed between faculty and students. Teachers were approachable and engaged with students outside of the classroom, whether in the gym, on weekend excursions, or during boarding activities. This dynamic created a supportive learning environment that was both professional and personable.

—Nicolas Wicaksono, alum (see full interview)

St. George's feels like home to me. I always feel a welcoming sense every time I step into the building, and that I belong and am appreciated. I believe that many other students feel the same way. St. George's does an amazing job of creating a warm and welcoming learning environment - this is important because having a space where students feel comfortable with one another can enable them to gain more from their learning experience and develop skills for their futures. Many of the initiatives and celebrations throughout the year at Saints aim to include each student, no matter which domain of school life they thrive in. The opportunities Saints provides for students to get involved in are unparalleled, allowing every person to delve deeply into their passions. I truly believe that each member of the Saints community feels that they belong and are included.

—Matthew O'Leary, student (beginning 2013) (see full review)

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