The Sterling Hall School offers bus transferring.
Service options offered are regular rider, regular rider AM only, regular rider PM only, occasional rider, door-to-door pickup.
The regions The Sterling Hall School offers busing from are:
Toronto
Additional notes: Busing is not organized through the school but we work closely with a bus company . For more details, please contact SHS.
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The big picture on The Sterling Hall School
We summarized the school ourselves
Boys' schools often state that they know boys, or are boy-friendly, though too often those statements aren't qualified. The Sterling Hall School, thankfully, defines what they mean: energy, curiosity, and exploration. Certainly, boys from JK to Grade 8 typically have those in abundance, and the program at Sterling Hall is intended to focus things a bit, channeling those natural attributes toward higher order growth and understanding. Confidence, resilience, motivation, goals—we think that boys naturally have these, but they don't. That Sterling Hall places those kinds of values out front is telling of the overall instructional approach. The ideal student is one who can thrive in a structured, challenging, collaborative, and close-knit learning environment. Parent involvement in the life the of the school is both welcome and encouraged.
We questioned the school adminstration
1. Who are you, as a school?
"We specialize in educating boys from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8, delivering innovative academic practices and boy-focused programming that inspires individual growth, curiosity and a passion for learning.
At SHS, we ensure boys are engaged in their learning, providing a challenging, leading-edge curriculum taught by caring and highly dedicated faculty. We support boys in developing their interests, character strengths and leadership skills during these formative years.
Our school culture is warm and welcoming, with a strong community that enriches the experience of every SHS boy by creating a sense of belonging. Sterling Hall’s values of learning, character and community are the foundation of all we do - that is why we are known as the school where boys belong"
Character education program focuses on each boy's strengths
Dedicated teachers who are inspiring mentors
Focus on developing the whole boy
Leadership development from JK-8
Foundational literacy skills in JK-2
7:1 student-to-teacher ratio
Singapore math program components taught in Grades 1-7
Warm and welcoming school culture
Founded in 1987
2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?
"Personal Connection: Every boy is known and cared for.
Leadership & Mentorship: Opportunities are abundant, creating an environment to thrive.
Transformational Programs: Our...(more)
"Personal Connection: Every boy is known and cared for.
Leadership & Mentorship: Opportunities are abundant, creating an environment to thrive.
Transformational Programs: Our character and social-emotional programs bring about personal growth for each boy.
Inspirational Learning: Our teacher-boy relationships spark a passion for learning.
Nurturing Growth: We celebrate boys and cultivate a growth mindset.
Self-Discovery: By providing a supportive foundation, boys can truly know themselves."
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?
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5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?
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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?
"Discover why families choose SHS. Here's what some have told us:
"What makes SHS so unique is its integration of emotional intelligence and character development into all...(more)
"Discover why families choose SHS. Here's what some have told us:
"What makes SHS so unique is its integration of emotional intelligence and character development into all aspects of the curriculum and co-curriculars. Kindness and empathy are prioritized...and they are consistently role-modelled by faculty and staff." (Alyssa, Parent)
"SHS is more than just a school - it is a community that supports everyone to ensure our sons achieve their full potential." (Maryse & Evan, Parents)"
8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?
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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?
"At SHS, we prioritize character development and academic success through research-based practices that are tailored to boys' learning. Actively engaged in global education...(more)
"At SHS, we prioritize character development and academic success through research-based practices that are tailored to boys' learning. Actively engaged in global education initiatives, we are a longstanding member of the International Boys' Schools Coalition (IBSC). Rick Parsons, our Principal, serves on the IBSC Board of Trustees, contributing to the development of boys worldwide. Our affiliation reflects our commitment to shaping a rich environment for boys' success and character growth."
10. What might families find surprising about your school?
"1. Boys engage in global perspectives, tackling complex concepts in intimate class settings with low student-teacher ratios.
2. Sterling Hall is committed to providing safe,...(more)
"1. Boys engage in global perspectives, tackling complex concepts in intimate class settings with low student-teacher ratios.
2. Sterling Hall is committed to providing safe, guided adventures through our Experiential Learning Program. Our scaffolded approach means that boys receive increasingly challenging learning opportunities that enable boys to develop their individual character strengths.
3. Our inspired service-learning program builds compassion and empathy in our boys."
11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?
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12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?
Watch our The Sterling Hall School Q&A discussion with Shelly (Parent), Nate (Student), Jack (Alum) to gain fresh insight into the school’s culture, values, and strengths.
Gr. 3 to Gr. 8 — My experience at Sterling Hall was incredibly meaningful and helped shape who I am today. From the very beginning, I felt welcomed by both the students and teachers, and I quickly became part of a close-knit community where everyone genuinely cared for one another. The school did a great job of encouraging us to get involved, whether through sports, clubs, leadership opportunities, or school-wide events, and I loved how different everyone’s interests were while still sharing the same school spirit. The academics were challenging, but the teachers made learning feel exciting and supportive, always making time for extra help without adding pressure. I really valued how the focus was on understanding and curiosity rather than just grades. Leadership was also a big part of my time at SHS, and by Grade 8, being on a leadership team and speaking in front of the school felt like something I was ready for because of how well the school prepared us. The campus itself played a huge role in my experience, too, with plenty of outdoor space to run around, play sports, and unwind with friends. Sterling Hall also did an amazing job of ensuring every single Grade 8 student had the resources to find the best high school for them, as they would host a school fair every fall and help to get you in touch with the admissions offices of those schools. Even now, as an alumnus, I’m still connected to SHS through alumni events and friendships that have lasted into university. Looking back, Sterling Hall was more than just a school; it was a place where I grew, found my passions, built lifelong friendships, and became part of a community I’ll always be proud to belong to.
Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 — As our son completes his final year at Sterling Hall, I look back in awe at the growth and development that was shaped in these hallways. Our family started our journey at SHS in grade 1, and we didn’t expect these foundational years to race by so quickly.
Sterling Hall embraced our son from the start. The faculty and staff provided a safe environment for him to be himself, build confidence and learn the importance of community.
He loved walking into the school each day with so many faculty and staff knowing his name. He felt recognized beyond his classroom. That warm welcome every day helps each boy start their day in such a positive way.
Another great aspect is the experiential trip at the beginning of each year. In the younger years, these are simply day trips to places like Tree Top Trekking and as the boys get older the trips become progressively longer overnights ranging from 2-5 days. It is a great way for the cohort to bond, welcome new students and get to know each other outside of the school environment.
JK to Gr. 8 — During my ten years at Sterling Hall, I grew exponentially as a person and a student thanks to the dedication and warmth that was shown to me by my teachers. The Sterling Hall community was a consistent, welcoming environment that made me excited to come to school every day. I can remember staying late in the afternoon to attend various clubs, get extra help with schoolwork, or just chat with my teachers. The halls of SHS were my second home for ten years and to this day I still remain very connected to not only the school itself but the teachers that taught me. I am very appreciative of having attended Sterling, I am grateful to have had my formative education at a school that instilled strong character in me and most importantly, taught me the importance of belonging and integrity.
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