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We wrote a book reviewing the school

The 50-page review of The York 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.

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We questioned the school adminstration

1. Who are you, as a school?

"A co-ed JK to Grade 12 International Baccalaureate (IB) school in the heart of Toronto, we offer exceptional learning experiences while prioritizing wellbeing and belonging. We empower our students to embrace curiosity, challenge themselves and contribute to an inclusive community. As a forward thinking school, we integrate the richness of the IB curriculum with hands-on experiential learning and the latest advances in technology. We are an urban school with a global outlook."

  • International Baccalaureate World School (JK - Grade 12)
  • 100% university placement rate
  • Co-ed learning environment
  • Focus on social-emotional and experiential learning
  • Outstanding signature programs spark curiosity and engage students in real world problem solving
  • A cross-curricular, project-based approach to the IB
  • Faculty with international experience foster leadership, integrity and global mindedness
  • Integrated technology at all ages
  • A safe, supportive community where learners can thrive as their authentic selves
  • Dedicated to wellbeing and belonging

2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?

"We offer academically exciting programming that sparks student curiosity and engages them in real world problem solving. Our focus is to develop leadership, integrity, global...(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?

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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?

"97% of our parents selected The York School to enhance their child's academic abilities.
91% say they enrolled their child at The York School to help them find their...(more)

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

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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

"The York School is the first school in Canada accredited to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) from Junior Kindergarten to university entrance. We have a strong working...(more)

10. What might families find surprising about your school?

"Since our founding in 1965, we've offered students an innovative, contemporary education. We’ve evolved to ensure our curriculum is informed by the latest research and gives...(more)

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?

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We got insight from alumni, parents, and students

The York School: Parent Review from Mitch Green

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The York School: Q&A 2023

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The York School: Alumni Review from Ryan Cho

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The York School: Alumni Review from Abigail Nash

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The York School: Parent Review from Sonia Thomas

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The York School: Alumni Review from Leila Keshavjee

Watch our alum interview with Leila Keshavjee to learn about the unique experience of attending The York School.

The York School: Q&A 2020

Watch our The York School Q&A discussion with Noah Godfrey (Parent), N/A (Parent), Heather Ursu (Parent) to gain fresh insight into the school’s culture, values, and strengths.

Parent, Heather Faralla (2022)

(5)

I have three boys at The York School and started four years ago with my eldest in Grade 9. He is now graduating this year and what a wonderful experience this has been – for our entire family. After research, tours and many, many coffees with parents at schools across Toronto, we chose The York School because of its smaller size, convenient location, IB academics and coeducational and international student body. Certain things have had a greater impact than we had expected such as the school's location and the focus on the entire student, not just academics. However, if you ask my boys, they would say they love The York School because of their teachers, their friends, their basketball teams and being at a school that is close to home.

Parent, Glenn Asano (2021)

(4.7)

Without hesitation, both our children (Gr. 8 and 11) cite their teachers at the school as being the experience they appreciate most at York. Enthusiastic, passionate and encouraging are the words that best describe our children’s teachers and this has been the case each of the five years we have been associated with the school. This positive attitude permeates throughout the school and this “feeling” contributes to the overall experience. Although they do not mention this, as parents we feel our children benefit from the inclusive environment that the school works hard to foster, and at no time have we sensed our children felt they did not belong. Other than the disappointment of not having gym class daily or having to wear a uniform (which has been relatively relaxed over the years), our children are happy to attend class each day.

Alumnus, Lani Stern (2018)

(N/A)

The York School is a community that shaped me into the person that I am today. The list of opportunities is almost comical, to name some: band, choir, basketball, softball, volleyball, ultimate, chess club, debate club, morning announcements, plays, musicals, student council, volunteering, outreach, exchange and so much more. My classmates and I had an opportunity to experience all that the school had to offer, in addition to the MYP and IB programs, challenge weeks and immersive laptop program.
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A place for children

Maria Montessori wanted kids to be kids, allowing them to learn in ways that were social and engaging. She would have loved the York School.

Profile of Struan Robertson, Head of School, The York School

One of the things Robertson says he enjoys most about his career is that it provides the opportunity to “make people feel really good about what they do, and build that culture of feeling appreciated, challenged.” Robertson lives the values of activity, resiliency, diversity, and empathy, and he tries to impart these values to students and staff through his leadership.
 

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