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The 50-page review of Sunnybrook 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.

Academically, Sunnybrook students share a capacity for accelerated learning.
The school has a personal, involved feel.
School leadership has been remarkably consistent since the founding.

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Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Naomi Silver SK to Gr. 6 (current) — Watch our parent interview with Naomi Silver to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Kevin and Vivianne Gauci SK to Gr. 6 (current) — Watch our parent interview with Kevin and Vivianne Gauci to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Bethlehem Shiferaw Gr. 6 (current) — Watch our parent interview with Bethlehem Shiferaw to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Nina and Mark Angelo Gr. 1 to Gr. 3 (current), Gr. 1 (current) — Watch our parent interview with Nina and Mark Angelo to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Pam and Nigel Panesar Watch our parent interview with Pam and Nigel Panesar to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Clark Savolaine Watch our parent interview with Clark Savolaine to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Katie Azuma Watch our parent interview with Katie Azuma to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Laurie Levitt Watch our parent interview with Laurie Levitt to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Sunnybrook School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2024 Watch our Sunnybrook School Q&A discussion with Saba Hameed (Parent) ,Chris Teshima (Parent) ,Shipra Vyas (Parent) ,Andrew Chien (Parent) to gain fresh insight into the school’s culture, values, and strengths.	all_videos roundtable_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2021 Watch our Sunnybrook School Q&A discussion with Lori Levitt (Parent) to gain fresh insight into the school’s culture, values, and strengths.	all_videos roundtable_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2020 Watch our Sunnybrook School Q&A discussion to gain fresh insight into the school's culture, values, and strengths.	all_videos roundtable_videos	,
Sunnybrook School: Alumni Review from Kelly Pinch Watch our alum interview with Kelly Pinch to learn about the unique experience of attending Sunnybrook School.	all_videos alumnus_videos	,

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Dive deeply into the real culture of Sunnybrook School with reviews we’ve structured to highlight only the most valuable insights and opinions submitted by parents, students, and alumni.

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(5) Parent, Terrence Zheng (2025) JK (current), Gr. 2 to Gr. 3 (current) — Our children have had a wonderful experience at the school. What truly stands out to us is the ... The school leadership has been outstanding—caring, proactive, and deeply committed to student and parent well-being. From the very beginning, they made us feel welcome, arranging meetings and taking the time to ensure a smoo... The teaching at the Sunnybrook School has been outstanding. From Junior Kindergarten, the school follows the IB curriculum, which is implemented in a way that is both engaging and developmentally appropriate. The Unit of Inqui... The academic program at the Sunnybrook School is truly impressive and one of its greatest strengths. The IB curriculum, implemented from a young age, fosters critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and a global perspective.... The Sunnybrook School offers an impressive and diverse range of extracurricular activities that truly enrich the student experience. From track and field to baking and even magic, there’s something for every interest and per... One of the things we truly appreciate about the Sunnybrook School is the close-knit student community. As a relatively small school with one class per grade, it has a warm, family-like atmosphere where students across differen... The overall quality of student life at the school is exceptional, and it’s reflected in how much our kids truly love going to school every day. They look forward to it, not just for the learning, but because the school envir... The school has a very strong and supportive parent community, which is one of its standout features. There are many committed parents who are deeply involved in the day-to-day life of the school, contributing their time and en... The location of the school is perfect for us—it’s only a 15-minute walk away, making it incredibly convenient. The school is well connected to the surrounding community, which is evident in how they utilize nearby faciliti... Our experience with the admission process at Sunnybrook School was very smooth and stress-free. The admissions office kept us well-informed at every step, making sure we knew exactly what to expect. The assessment process was ...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,
(4.5) Parent, Imaya Muruga Pradap (2025) Gr. 2 to Gr. 3 (current) — Our daughter most appreciates the positive relationship she shares with her teachers. She is c... One thing about SBS that impressed us right from the open house, was that all the teachers including the Principal knew each and every child's name from JK- Grade 6. We receive an email end of each week from both the class tea... The teachers are enthusiastic and radiate positive energy which is literally infectious. Their enthusiasm for the subject directly translates to the child thereby making the lessons more interesting. They incorporate multiple ... SBS offers the IB PYP program along with Singapore mathematics, a comprehensive language program, daily French, Arts & Music and Phys Ed. The curriculum truly is about learning how to learn, and to enjoy the process. Singapor... Clubs are a integral part of the school year. Our daughter has been signed up for floor hockey, robotics, arts and crafts, Lego and sewing. There are other clubs that are offered throughout the year. The school takes them on ... One of the things that we really liked about SBS, is that it is a small and intimate school and classroom sizes are small, which means my child will be getting more attention from her teachers. Children in JK/SK know the names... We find Sunnybrook to be a safe space for our kids with a culture of inclusivity. Ever since we enrolled in Sunnybrook we had no problem in getting our child ready for school. The timetable is shared well in advance so we are ... A standout aspect is how welcoming and collaborative the school is with parents. Before enrolling in the school our child was allowed to spend a day with her prospective classmates. This was an immersive and holistic experienc... The school is quite a distance from our home. However, that was our choice as this was the closest private IB school. Although the commute is a bit arduous with traffic, our child always looks forward to going to school. Stude... We did a lot of research on private schools prior to reaching out to Sunnybrook. The school has a structured admission process managed by the vice principal. The open house dates are available well in advance and parents are i...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,
(4.3) Parent, Jennifer Wong (2024) Gr. 1 (current) — After touring more than 30 schools in the area, I found that SBS was the perfect fit for my son... The leadership and administration at SBS are exceptional, with strong organization and thoughtful planning that ensures a positive school environment. They handle problems appropriately and are quick to respond to any concerns... The teaching at SBS is excellent, and I’m very happy with the quality of instruction. The teachers are not only passionate about their subjects but also deeply knowledgeable, creating an engaging and dynamic learning environ... The academic program at SBS is strong, with a focus on the IB Primary Years (PYP). The school is likely a year ahead of the Ontario public curriculum, which provides a solid academic foundation. Teachers stay connected with th... SBS offers a strong variety of extracurricular opportunities, with a good selection available for students. My son participates in one club per day, and he thoroughly enjoys this aspect of his school experience. The clubs cate... The student body at SBS is relatively small, with one class per grade (JK-G6). In kindergarten, there are around 16 students per class, and from Grade 1 onward, class sizes grow slightly to about 20 students. This smaller stud... My son absolutely loves going to school every day, and it’s clear that the school’s structure and activities contribute greatly to his enthusiasm. Since Grade 1, the schedule has been very busy and full of engaging activit... SBS has a welcoming community. The Parent Association is very approachable, and their monthly meetings are held in a hybrid format, making it easy for both in-person and online participation. This flexibility ensures that all ... SBS is located in midtown, an area that is both vibrant and convenient. While the school building itself is around 30 years old—so it may not have the newest facilities—it is well-maintained and functional. The classrooms ... The admission process at Sunnybrook was seamless, well-organized, and thoughtfully planned from start to finish. We began with individual discussions with both the principal and the admission team, where we gained a clear unde...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,
(5) Parent, Laura Waters (2020) Our daughter started at Sunnybrook for SK. She immediately felt welcomed into the entire school... I firmly believe the administration at SBS creates a strong school community. From our first interview up to the current day, I feel like the school leaders take a true interest in my child. They often stop by the classroom to... This school is spectacular and the teachers are the main reason for this. As a teacher myself, I know what above and beyond teaching looks like. SBS is that and more. The warmth and energy these teachers bring to the classroom... The IB Programme is fantastic. It truly is an international program. The primary program incorporates a wonderful character education component and I can already see lessons about citizenship making an impact. I am very impres... The school offers a variety of extracurricular programs which I don't feel I can speak to extensively since many of them start in grade one. The house system they have in place definitely encouraged the kids to participate in ... The student body at SBS is small, and this is one of the major factors that initially drew me to the school. With grades from JK to grade 6 represented, and a maximum of 20 students in grades one through six (16 in both JK and... The quality of student life, along with the quality of teaching, is what differentiates SBS from other schools. It is a small school, only going up to grade 6. I absolutely love that. Smaller kids don't get overwhelmed by big ... The parent community at SBS is small, but very enthusiastic and engaged. You really get to know the other parents, seeing them at pickups and drop offs. SBS also hosts events for the parents to socialize, which is great. Paren... SBS sits in the middle of a Davisville neighbourhood. They have easy access to nearby parks which they often make use of. I was initially worried about the pick up and drop off situation on such a busy street but SBS really ha...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(4.9) Parent, Olivia Kao (2019) My child recently switched from a Montessori environment to Sunnybrook School this year. Altho... Sunnybrook staff has been fantastic! They are always accessible, and have been very good at transitioning new families into the Sunnybrook environment. My son's teacher has been great at providing positive feedback and disci... My son is keenly interested in what he is learning in the classroom, and that translates into the questions and discussions we have at home. His teacher has been very supportive and encouraging. In my son's words, his teache... Although it has only been a month, the curriculum seems to have a balance of all the important academic aspects required. Along with interesting units of inquiry, the school also focuses on academic fundamentals. The use of... Good balance of athletic, creative, and leadership-focused extracurricular activities. It would be great if private piano lessons could also be provided at an additional cost and upon request, and conducted during recesses et... The addition of "houses" creates a great sense of team spirit and accountability for my child. It also allows the students to interact with kids outside of his grade. My son has already made a number of good friends within a ... My child loves going to school, and the involvement of parents is great! He is a fan of his teachers, both his core Grade 3 teacher, as well as all of the other specialists (French, physical education, music, library etc). ... Parents are certainly encouraged to be part of the Sunnybrook community, and given many opportunities to participate. They are also respectful of your time. There are opportunities to help out during field trips, participat... Great neighborhood. Despite being located on a very busy street in the middle of Toronto, the staff has made the pick up and drop offs as seamless as possible. Kids have an opportunity to explore the neighborhood as well in ...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(4.9) Parent, Reza Asadikia (2018) The size of this school is in a way that is not intimidating for younger students, but at the s... These days, independent schools thrive for excellence. All have fantastic websites, glossy brochures, and staff willingly give you a tour showing how great things are. What differentiated Sunnybrook school from the rest for my... The IB curriculum was a decision-making factor for us. The way it is administered at Sunnybrook is very structured. You see how students learn to think and to inquire. These are the foundational tools they need to possess as... The IB curriculum was a decision-making factor for us. The way it is administered at Sunnybrook is very structured. You see how students learn to think and to inquire. These are the foundational tools they need to possess as... Students enjoy regular French lessons. The French teacher is amazing. She has great skills in engaging students in learning activities. There is a music class for some introductory to music, instruments and dance. The music ... The size of the school and each grade make the environment like a family. Students know each other and interact with various teachers and even the principal at a personal level. She loves going to school. We were positively surprised when she started asking when school resumes after Christmas holidays! We have tried summer camps at other prominent independent schools and she was always looking forwar... The student-parent association is very active and parents participation is very good. They try hard to keep parents engaged. The school is located in a nice residential neighbourhood. Similar to other similar neighborhoods in Toronto, traffic at peak times can be heavy.	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,

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Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Naomi Silver

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Kevin and Vivianne Gauci

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Bethlehem Shiferaw

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Nina and Mark Angelo

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Pam and Nigel Panesar

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Clark Savolaine

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Katie Azuma

Sunnybrook School: Parent Review from Laurie Levitt

Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2024

Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2021

Sunnybrook School: Q&A 2020

Sunnybrook School: Alumni Review from Kelly Pinch

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Parent, Terrence Zheng (2025)

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Parent, Imaya Muruga Pradap (2025)

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Parent, Jennifer Wong (2024)

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Parent, Laura Waters (2020)

(4.9)

Parent, Olivia Kao (2019)

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Parent, Reza Asadikia (2018)

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