(4.7)
Gr. 7 to Gr. 12 (current) — Arriving at BSS on my first day of Grade 7 was nerve-wracking. I didn't know my classmates, was... Getting involved in school life—more specifically, different clubs throughout the school—has given me some good insight into BSS's leadership, faculty, and school leaders. I understand the hard and passionate work they put... Throughout my years at BSS, I can confidently say that I have enjoyed my teachers. They have been supportive, accommodating, and keen on making the effort to develop individual relationships with me and my peers. They understa... From a personal standpoint, I believe that BSS academics are one of the key factors in my love for the school. In my middle school years, they offered a wide breadth of classes, encouraging exploration and curiosity. As I move... With BSS’s population of just over 1,000 students, it is safe to say that the community is fairly tight-knit. However, that doesn’t mean that there isn't a friend for everyone. There are people who like sports, there are p... If I were to give a tour of the school to a group of visitors, I would take them to the atrium. The atrium is a point of entry to the building, mainly used by Middle School and High School students. To me, the atrium is the he... BSS's campus is truly like no other. Located in Forest Hill in Toronto, the area around the school feels bright, safe, and beautiful. Going to school in a residential neighbourhood brings a sense of relaxation every day, and, ... I am sure the admissions process has changed slightly since my process in Grade 6; however, I can say with confidence that BSS has truly figured it out. The online written supplementary, the in-person interview, and the exam, ... |
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(4.9)
JK to Gr. 12 — BSS was always a nurturing place for me. From JK to grade 12 I felt supported by my peers and t...
The leadership at BSS was fantastic during my time at school. Whenever I walked through the halls and encountered members of the leadership team, I always received a warm smile and a friendly hello. They would genuinely ask m... The teachers at BSS demonstrated great enthusiasm for their subjects and showed a deep commitment to their students' success. In courses with more challenging content, teachers would go above and beyond to offer extra help ses... When I attended BSS, the academic program was robust and diverse, offering a wide range of classes across different disciplines, from English and the Creative Arts to Math and Science. Each department was supported by a strong... The student body at BSS was small, fostering a close-knit community. While there was some cliquiness, the overall atmosphere remained friendly and inclusive, with most students being kind and supportive. The typical BSS studen... I loved my time at BSS. During senior school, I often found myself counting down the days until summer break ended because I couldn’t wait to return and see my friends and teachers. Like everyone, I experienced both academic... BSS is situated in Forest Hill which is a very safe area surrounded by quiet streets and family homes. The school is also very close to both the St. Clair Street Car and St. Clair West subway station making it easy for student... I applied to BSS when I was three years old and started attending the school in JK. The only memory I have from my application process was playing with Clifford in a boardroom which seemed to help me get into the school but I ... I felt well-supported by both the guidance department and my teachers during the university application process. Throughout high school, the guidance team arranged for university representatives to speak with students about th... |
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(4.7)
Gr. 5 to Gr. 12 (current) — Our daughter has truly enjoyed her time at BSS and we have seen tremendous growth in both her a... BSS does a great job communicating with families. A weekly News You Can Use email goes out to parents providing an overview of news and upcoming events at the school in each division. It's all the news you want, in one email... We have been really happy with the teaching quality at BSS. Through the years, our daughter has received tremendous support from her teachers whether it be quick replies to her emails, extra help sessions before or after scho... BSS offers a rigorous academic program, including AP courses, and we feel confident that our daughter will be very well prepared for both her post-secondary studies and beyond.
In addition to traditional course offerings like... BSS is a big school and a small school at the same time. Our daughter's cohort has obviously grown quite a lot since she started in Junior School, but it still has the same small school feel that we loved when we chose BSS fo... I think the quality of student life at The Bishop Strachan School is really great. Our daughter is going on year 7 of her journey at BSS and she still loves going to school every day. I think it's because BSS is a safe and ... BSS is located in Forest Hill and is easily accessible by bus and subway. We feel good about our daughter taking public transportation to and from school, and she is often surrounded by other students doing the same. We love... We had a really positive experience applying to BSS for our daughter. I remember the admissions staff being really welcoming and doing a great job answering all of our questions and making our daughter feel very comfortable t... Our daughter has had a great relationship with her university counsellor and we appreciate just how available she has been to help our daughter make some big choices in terms of course selection. I think she has really gotten... |
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(3.8)
Gr. 7 to Gr. 12 — My 6 years at BSS were filled with incredible opportunities both academically and personally. I... School leadership changed hands a few times during my BSS experience. Deryn Lavell stands out as an exceptional leader who treats students with compassion and understanding. Kim Gordon as well was very well-liked and even play... The teaching was exceptional.
Mr. Stewart remains the best teacher I've ever encountered throughout all my levels of education. His passion for Canadian history was electric and he deeply cared for his students. He encourag... I felt I got an exceptional education at BSS.
I learned key skills across all disciplines that have helped me significantly in my career as a graduate student as well as as a historian. I was challenged to improve and grow... The student body at any high school is an interesting challenge. My class at BSS was largely very inclusive, but like at any all-girls school, there was no shortage of drama and hurt feelings as we were all growing into adults... I loved going to school at BSS. The best part about BSS was the ability to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities that challenged me to explore my diverse interests. In each of these areas, I made friends with ... The location of the school worked well for me and my family. The surrounding neighbourhood made the school feel much more local, and the proximity of the Forest Hill village provided a nice little escape for us as older studen... This was a long time ago for me - 2003 - so my memories are cloudy on what it was like. I do remember enjoying my tour of BSS, enjoying meeting with an administrator, and choosing BSS because of its athletic strengths. At the ... I didn't make too much use of the BSS university counselling - it was not overly helpful to me as I knew where I wanted to attend university. The system is fairly easy to figure out and I didn't feel as if I needed any extra s... |
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(4.8)
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at The Bishop Strachan School.
BSS has a strong academic... The individuals who manage the school administration are extremely strong at what they do. I am involved with the alumnae association and have had the opportunity to see how the school leaders respond to different issues that ... The quality of teachers and instruction at Bishop Strachan School is quite impressive. I am still in touch, twenty years later, with some of my teachers, even after they have retired. This speaks to the dedication of the teach... The academic programming and facilities are excellent. After graduating Bishop Strachan School I felt prepared for studying independently at university, business school and law school. Being put under some pressure in high sch... My cohort was very friendly and welcoming. There were approximately 220 students in our graduating class, I believe, and everyone knew each other by name. This is thanks to the school holding different class events that mixed ... There is a community for everyone to fit into at BSS - students who are athletic, acandemic, into the arts, etc. It is a positive environment and the students are generally happy.
I enjoyed being a part of the BSS community... The school is in a community/ neighbourhood which is unique from the other girl private schools in Toronto, which are in busy areas of the city. It feels extremely safe.
There is a small village of stores located a few block... |
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