Compare International Schools in Toronto, Canada

Lycée Français Toronto is a French international school in Toronto serving ages 2 to 18 and offering a bilingual curriculum from kindergarten onward. Core subjects are taught in French by native French teachers, with English taught daily by native English instructors. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE and culminates in the French Baccalaureate. Students study a progressive multilingual program, with a second living language compulsory and a fourth language available from seconde; by graduation most students master three languages. A university admissions counselor supports post‑secondary planning. The school operates on three trimesters with up to 40 teaching hours weekly in the final years. Founded in 1995 by Franco‑Ontarian parents, it moved to its Dufferin Street campus in 2008, with capacity for about 550 students. The bilingual diploma and international recognition open doors to universities in Canada, the United States, France and beyond worldwide opportunities.

The York School is an independent, co-educational day school in midtown Toronto serving ages 4 to 18 across campuses on Yonge Street. It delivers full International Baccalaureate continuum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, including PYP, MYP, DP and a Personalized Pathway Program. The Diploma is earned in Senior School with the OS Diploma, enabling IB and OS requirements. The curriculum includes Core French from JK to Grade 9, Mandarin as an elective from Grade 7, and Language B options in IB for French, Mandarin and Spanish. The Middle School offers nine core subjects with electives. The York School is the first English-speaking school to offer the complete IB program. Facilities across campuses include classrooms, labs, theatres, libraries, STEAM spaces and athletic facilities; renovations in 2025–2026 will expand learning spaces and dining. Co-curriculars include DECA, Model UN and VEX Robotics, with an arts program and service learning.

Urban International School (UIS) is a private high school in Canada for students aged 12 to 18. It follows the Canadian Curriculum with Middle School (grades 7–8) and High School (grades 9–12). Middle School covers eight subject areas—Arts, Core French, Health and Physical Education, Language, Science & Technology, History, Geography—and a daily schedule of Language Arts, History/Geography, Math, Science & Technology, and French. High School offers courses in Arts, Business & Management, Canadian & World Studies, Computer & Technology, English, Mathematics, Social Sciences & Humanities, and Sciences, with electives such as Visual Design and Introduction to Computer Programming. UIS provides University Stream and College Stream pathways, guided by an Academic Tracking System and offering options in Engineering, Science & Math, Arts, and Business, plus arts, languages and drama electives. Students pursue the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 18 compulsory credits, 12 optional credits, 40 hours of community involvement, and the OSSLT/OSSLC literacy requirement. Scholarships totaling over $1.266 million were awarded in 2024–25, with 2025 offers to Canadian universities.

WillowWood School is an independent day school in Toronto, Canada, serving students aged 5 to 18 in a co-educational setting at 55 Scarsdale Road. All courses from Grade 1 through 12 follow Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum, with regular inspections by Ministry. The school emphasizes a warm, student-centred, holistic approach with small classes and a pod system that coordinates cross-level scheduling to support individualized teaching. Grove Centre and campus spaces foster self-advocacy, collaboration, and clear communication. The International Program welcomes international students and provides English development, guidance, and post-secondary planning; graduates have progressed to universities such as the University of Toronto, McGill, Waterloo, Western, and McMaster. WillowWood offers theatre, music, Visual Arts, and drama along with sport and fitness; extracurriculars include Podcast Club, Robotics Club, and Student Council. The school promotes service and sustainability, a 40-hour OSSD volunteer requirement, climate-focused initiatives like solar panels, and Seasonal Camps for international students.

Royal Crown School is a private international program for students aged 11 to 18. The school follows the Ontario secondary school curriculum (OSSD) for Grades 7–12, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The High School program includes Civics and Career Studies and requires 18 OSSD courses. In addition to the Ontario framework, the school offers online learning and post-secondary preparation, with a 100% post-secondary acceptance rate to universities and colleges. The campus spans 10,000 square metres in a two-storey building with a basement; facilities include an art classroom, a science lab, a makerspace for STEM activities, an auditorium, a teaching kitchen, a cafeteria, a patio, and administrative offices. The indoor gym supports basketball, volleyball, and badminton; a swimming pool offers scuba/snorkeling; hotel-style boarding residences provide meals. International students receive tutoring; progress and attendance are monitored online; class sizes are small to support learning. It hosts culture, sports, and leadership events year-round.

Metropolitan Preparatory Academy is a private, co-educational Grades 7–12 program located in central Toronto near Highway 401 and Leslie Street. The school combines the Canadian Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, delivered in small classes with close academic mentorship and individualized attention. Distinct signature programs guide student learning: GENIUS, a hands‑on biotechnology and life sciences initiative; SMITH, an arts and humanities focus; Momentum, foundations for middle school; VENTURE, a business, trade and global systems program; and IMPACT, leadership and global citizenship through real‑world projects. Facilities include advanced science and biotechnology laboratories, technology‑rich classrooms, professional arts studios, a gymnasium and weight room, plus dedicated spaces for music, theatre, visual arts, and digital media. Outdoor education features ziplining and white‑water rafting. The school emphasizes strong relationships, no uniforms, and an open‑door policy, fostering a collaborative community where students develop academically and personally for post‑secondary success. Independent study options support diverse student interests.

Branksome Hall is an independent, all‑girls IB World School in Toronto, Canada, serving around 900 students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 on a 13‑acre urban campus in the historic Rosedale area. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate across its full program for girls only: the Primary Years Programme (JK–Grade 6), the Middle Years Programme (Grade 7–10), and senior‑school pathways for Grade 11–12—the Full Diploma Programme and the Branksome Hall IB Select pathway. Founded in 1903, Branksome Hall combines heritage buildings with modern learning spaces, including a ravine woodland Outdoor Classroom and a dedicated Arts and Athletics footprint. Facilities include a STEAM Studio, Makerspaces, two saltwater pools, a double gym, a rock‑climbing wall, libraries, tennis courts and grass fields. The Athletics and Wellness Centre opened in 2015. The iCAST Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre will connect East and West campuses with a STEAM studio and a 200‑seat theatre, opening in 2026. Boarding is offered for eligible students.

Located in Toronto, The Giles School is a PreK to Grade 8 independent day school offering a bespoke bilingual program with French immersion from Pre-K and Mandarin instruction. Students ages 2 to 14 learn in English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish, preparing them for a multilingual world. The curriculum blends language acquisition with advanced study in grades 4–8, focusing on languages, STEAM, critical thinking, and global awareness, and is anchored by small classes of roughly 10–16 students to support individualized learning. Since moving to North York in 2008, the school has fostered an international community drawing students from more than 20 countries and 22 languages. Highlights include Matatalab coding for Grade 1 and Financial Literacy for Grades 4–8, plus service learning and leadership opportunities. The Giles Parents Association supports the school's community, and field trips, day camps, and termly clubs broaden real-world learning. A welcoming environment encourages curiosity, collaboration, and resilience.

Laureate College is a private K–12 school in Burlington, Ontario, set on a 50-acre campus that blends heritage architecture with modern learning spaces. The school follows a Canadian curriculum with an IB-inspired, STEAM-focused Junior School for JK–G8, and awards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma at the senior level. Foundation Years cover JK–SK, G1–3, G4–6, and G7–8, with Literacy, Mathematics, Science and Social Science taught by dedicated specialist teachers. Languages including French and Mandarin are integrated, and Gifted Arts is woven into the program. The STEAM Projects program runs term-based challenges such as the Dual Egg Drop and Recycled Rhythms, complemented by more than 50 after-school clubs, co-op and experiential learning. The campus features outdoor athletic fields, the Jubilee Garden, and a Backyard Harvest greenhouse. Laureate College emphasizes character, stewardship and community, with a house system and broad leadership, service opportunities, and a commitment to active, inquiry-based learning for all students.

German International School Toronto (GIST) is an international school for ages 3 to 17 that delivers a trilingual program in German, English and French. The curriculum blends the Thuringian German curriculum with the Ontario Canadian curriculum and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for upper grades. Primary instruction is mainly German, with English increasing to about a 50/50 split from Grade 5, and French beginning in kindergarten and becoming integral from Grade 3. Students can follow a bilingual English/French or English/German Diploma track as part of the high school IB programme, preparing for global university access. GIST has a Germany–Canada affiliation and has earned the STEAM_MINT profile and a Seal of Excellence from the Federal President of Germany for its science-authored program. A Three Step German Program (GermanFasttrack, GermanPlus, GermanPro) supports language development, with free language support in German, English and French. The 25 Burnhamthorpe Rd campus provides PreK–Grade 12 education with a strong emphasis on multilingualism, science education and community engagement.

McDonald International Academy (MIA) is a private secondary school in downtown Toronto, accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education since 1994. The school offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program for Grades 9–12, alongside the Advanced Placement (AP) program for Grade 12 students. Students follow a four-year Ontario curriculum with credits recognized by American and Canadian universities. The campus at 920 Yonge Street features computer labs, a music and audio-visual lab, a fitness studio, a cafeteria, and a lounge, with Wi‑Fi and smart boards; facilities support work and student life. The school emphasizes university preparation through University Preparation and Career Education, plus ESL and IELTS support, and a Summer Program for English language study and Canadian culture. Graduates have entered universities worldwide. Total Care supports university applications and post-graduation planning. The school draws students from over 50 countries, fostering a vibrant academic and social community with field trips and clubs.

Columbia International College (CIC) is a private Canadian boarding high school for students aged 12 to 18, delivering the Canadian curriculum across Grades 7–12. The school operates the Total Care Education System, supporting students in four areas: learning, development, living, and communication. CIC serves students from over 100 countries and is accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The campus includes five residences (Oak Hall and Arkledun Hall for boys; Linden Hall, Pine Hall, and Pine Girls for girls), multiple cafeterias, and a Living Wall Lounge with a Study and Tutoring Centre. Facilities span an indoor pool, gym, squash courts, dance studio, games room, and outdoor BBQ terraces. Academic offerings include ESL and Learning Support, University Preparatory courses, and University Placement Office support with Dual Admissions. A broad range of clubs covers arts and film, leadership, service, and cultural activities, alongside university pathways through diagnostic assessments and a Success Plan.

The Toronto French School (Canada's International School) is a two-campus, bilingual school delivering France and Ontario curricula within the International Baccalaureate framework. Serving students from age two to 18, TFS offers the Primary Years Program, Middle Years Program and Diploma Program, with a bilingual IB Diploma option. French curriculum has been recognized by the French Ministry of Education since 1984 and is taught from Jardin d'éveil through Grade 9. The school leads to the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), including the Advanced Bilingual IB Diploma. Brevet examinations are offered; in 2024, 97 students participated with a 100% pass rate. TFS operates on two campuses: Toronto Campus at 306 Lawrence Avenue East and Mississauga's West Campus. Enrolling about 1,500 students. Facilities include a 350-seat auditorium, a green lab, a maker space, a design lab, a music studio and a multimedia room, plus sport facilities.

Keystone School is a private, co-ed international school located at 186 St. George Street in Toronto's Annex. It offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) through the Flexible OSSD Homeschool Program, fully accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education, enabling the OSSD to be earned from anywhere in the world. The program is asynchronous with about 110 hours of learning material across 3–5 units; final grades are 70% coursework and 30% final assessments. Grades 9–12 provide university preparation and a University Pathways framework, with academic guidance to support course selection and university applications. The school is pursuing International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme candidacy, with an IB Preparation and IBDP pathway announced for 2026–2027. Keystone emphasizes inquiry-based, project-based learning, small class sizes, and a campus near the University of Toronto, fostering global engagement, leadership, and service. Its campus offers field experiences and a vibrant array of clubs and committees for all students.

J. Addison School is a private Canadian day and boarding K-12 school in Markham, Ontario, educating students from early learning through secondary and a Boarding Program for Grades 7–12. The Canadian curriculum is delivered with a five-period day and a Focus for Success period, supported by technology-enabled learning. The Addison Advantage emphasizes a Safe and Inclusive environment, personalized guidance, and collaboration that nurtures intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving. A rooftop solar system demonstrates the school's commitment to sustainability. University Partnerships provide on-site campus tours, recruitment sessions, scholarships, and personalized support for partner Canadian universities such as York University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Trent University. Facilities span a 58,000-square-foot campus with modern art classrooms, a gym, a dance studio, a library, a science laboratory, a cafeteria, and dormitories. ESL support, IELTS on site, and an AP program with over 30 subjects broaden opportunities for post-secondary pathways for all students.

Willowdale High School is a private international high school in Canada offering Ontario education with Residence and Homestay options for international students aged 14 to 18. The curriculum combines Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Advanced Placement courses, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, and AP Calculus AB/BC. Students earning OSSD complete 30 credits (18 compulsory and 12 optional for those starting Grade 9 in 2023 or earlier; or 17 compulsory and 13 optional for 2024 entrants). AP classes run as 45-minute daily sessions September–May, with option to pursue Ontario Diploma concurrently. Willowdale provides technology-enhanced personalized learning with certified teachers, small classes (1:8), and dedicated student advisors offering academic and social support, university application guidance, tutoring, IELTS training, volunteer placement, and housing/airport services. A Project-Based Learning approach uses AI, multimedia, and interdisciplinary courses. The school emphasizes STEM, arts, and language development, plus field trips across Canada and USA.

Upper Canada College (UCC) is a day school for boys in Toronto, Canada, serving students aged 5 to 18. The IB Continuum—PYP JK to Year 5, MYP Year 6 to Year 10, DP Year 11 to Year 12—runs alongside the Canadian Curriculum. The Diploma Programme has run for more than 20 years, and two Graduation Pathways complemented the IB DP. The IB Programmes develop minded learners who apply knowledge in real-world contexts. The 35-acre campus features an arena with NHL and Olympic rinks, a fitness complex, tennis courts, a swimming pool, a recital hall, a theatre and science labs. Design spaces include the Atkins Design Lab, Holmes Project Lab and Hixon Family Design Lab, with Harkness Tables and prep classrooms. Wilder and Macintosh Libraries support research, and the Wernham West Centre for Learning offers targeted supports. Norval Outdoor School spans 450 acres outside Toronto for wilderness learning. UCC provides 19 sports and 85 interscholastic teams, plus a cocurricular program with many clubs and activities.

Located in Toronto, The Bishop Strachan School is a private all‑girls day and boarding school serving students aged 5 to 18. The curriculum follows the Ontario framework with Advanced Placement options, including AP credits and AP Capstone Diploma for senior years. The Junior School extends the Ontario curriculum with a Reggio Emilia‑inspired, hands‑on approach that integrates language, mathematics, science, social studies, design technology, engineering, design thinking and research. Specialist instruction in French, music and physical education complements core learning, with access to the Junior School Learning Commons and a Design Technology Lab. From Grades 9 to 12, students complete more than 100 credits, choose electives in business and visual/media arts, and receive university counselling; 100% of graduates gain placement at top universities. The campus blends a 105‑year‑old building with a STEAM complex, two theatres, a Royal Gym, a turf field and climbing wall to support a wide range of pursuits.

St. Jude's Academy is a private, non-denominational IB World continuum school in Mississauga, Ontario, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) JK–6, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) 7–10, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) 11–12, culminating in the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The school operates across two Mississauga campuses: JK–8 at 2150 Torquay Mews and 9–12 at 6745 Century Avenue, with easy transit access via major routes. Facilities include a year-round indoor sports dome, a residence for international students, a cafeteria, and classrooms. The IB curriculum is delivered by specialist teachers in French, Music, Art, Drama and Physical Education, with a dedicated Media Arts class in MYP and TOK/EE/CAS emphasis in DP. Extracurriculars include DECA, Mock Trial and Model UN, plus an Arts program highlighted by the Imaginarium Arts Showcase. The school fosters leadership, service, and well-being through a House system, field trips, camps, and university pathways.

Bronte College is a private Canadian boarding school for Grades 9 to 12, welcoming students aged 14 to 18. The school delivers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma through an inquiry-based Canadian curriculum that also offers the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP, and DP) and Advanced Placement (AP) enrichment. Class sizes are small to support individualized attention and active participation. The campus operates year‑round and houses a residence connected to academic facilities, with amenities including a fitness room, gym, auditorium, library, outdoor field, courtyard, science and arts labs, and a full-service cafeteria; every classroom features SMART technology for interactive learning. The student body represents 33 countries, and ESL support with English immersion programs helps newcomers integrate. Bronte earned IB Continuum status in 2015 and offers campus-based AP courses. A Colour House system and participation in ROPSSAA foster community and leadership among students. Students benefit from a range of clubs and service activities that complement academics.

Century Private School, founded in 1994 by Ms. Sybil Taylor, is a private, coeducational day school in Richmond Hill, housed in the Loyal True Blue and Orange Home, a historic 1922 building. It serves ages 2 to 18, from preschool through secondary education, with a Montessori program for early years and an enriched Ontario curriculum to Grade 12. The school offers specialist instruction in French, Visual Arts, Drama, Music, and Physical Education, with Grade 5–8 receiving enhanced focus in Math, Language, Science and Social Studies. International students receive ESL support and access to an Academic Pathway Program, plus Orientation to ease transition. The Arts Program includes Visual Arts, Music, Drama, and Performing Arts, with a Grade 4 Band and regular concerts. On campus, bright classrooms, a gym, three soccer fields, a basketball court, and an expansive outdoor field support activities. Extracurriculars include community service and AP courses for university readiness.

Walden International School in Oakville is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme for ages 3 to 12 and the Middle Years Programme for ages 11 to 16, creating a continuous IB curriculum. The campus at 2035 Upper Middle Road East in Oakville, Ontario, supports instruction in English and French. It is located on the former Glenburnie School site, with the Perugini family owning the Oakville campus since 2018 after the founder retired, building on a heritage connected to Canadian education. The IB programs emphasize inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and intercultural understanding across primary and middle years. Extra-curriculars include Varsity Sports, the spring musical, and a concert band, with volunteer opportunities for students in grades 4–8. Wellness and wellbeing are central to school life, fostering resilience, respect, and harmony, while preparing students to imagine, explore, and contribute to a peaceful, sustainable future. An inquiry-driven environment supports lifelong learning.

FH Education delivers the Ontario secondary school curriculum for Grades 7–12, guiding students toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students earn 30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 elective) across English, mathematics, science, Canadian history and geography, arts, health and physical education, French as a second language, career studies, civics, plus 40 hours of community involvement and the Ontario literacy requirement. ESL/ELD credits may count toward English, and graduation follows credit groupings spanning language, social sciences and humanities, guidance and career education, and cooperative education. The program includes a university preparation pathway with dedicated guidance for university or college admission. Located at 3000 Lawrence Ave E, Building B, Toronto, FH Education features an Art Space and a Music Space for creative classes, and the FH Sports Centre with basketball, tennis, badminton and volleyball. An Exchange Program, Pathway Program, ESL/IELP, and IELTS support aid international students from about 20 countries, fostering learning.

TAIE International Institute is a private Canadian high school in Thornhill, Ontario offering Grades 7–12 with day and boarding options on a five-acre campus. The school follows the Canadian curriculum, with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) pathway requiring 30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 optional), 40 hours of community service, and a literacy requirement. ESL courses and IELTS preparation support language learners, and University Preparation Courses (UPC), including UPC Elite for high-achieving students, prepare graduates for Canadian and international universities. The campus features 50,000 square feet of indoor space, a library, science labs, a reading room, a music room, an art room, and classrooms, plus a gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, and badminton. TAIE operates two on-site residences and three off-campus residences with homestay options. With students from more than 30 countries, the school emphasizes global learning, university guidance, monthly excursions, and a broad range of after-school clubs across arts, sport, and service.

Toronto Prep School is a private, co-educational university-preparatory day school located at 250 Davisville Avenue, Suite 200, Toronto. It delivers the Ontario curriculum for Grades 7–12 within a Canadian context and is a member of Globeducate. In Grades 7 and 8, students study English, Mathematics, French, Science, Social Studies (Geography and History), and Fine Arts, with electives such as Fashion Design, Art, Drama, Communication Technology, Media Arts, and Computer Science. Grades 9–12 follow the Ontario Secondary School Diploma framework, with de-streamed Grade 9/10 courses and a wide range of university and college preparation options, plus the OSSLT literacy requirement. A University and Beyond guidance program assists with transcripts, program matching, OUAC resources, scholarships, campus visits, and essay editing. Facilities include small classes (largest 16 students) and a student-teacher ratio of 8:14, a MacBook Pro for each student, and a 10 am start time. The campus is expanding with Steve's Corner, a new student lounge. TPS competes in SSAF and TDCAA with many sport opportunities and banners.

Blyth Academy is a private Canadian school network serving students aged 9 to 18, with in-person campuses across Burlington, Downsview Park in Toronto, Lawrence Park in Toronto, Mississauga and The Glebe in Ottawa. The curriculum follows the Canadian system, with Grades 4–8 offered on campus, including Elementary & Middle School (Grades 4–8), LaunchPad (Grades 9–10) and Post-Secondary Preparation (Grades 11–12). A fully virtual option, Blyth Orbit, serves Grades 9–12 with small classes and live teacher-led sessions, while Blyth Academy Online provides Ontario high school courses for Grades 9–12 accessible from anywhere. Class sizes average about 12 students, and the Quadmester structure lets students take two courses for ten weeks, accommodating travel or sport commitments. The network emphasizes a university pathway through a dedicated Grades 11–12 University Prep program and strong athletic-travel pathways. Globeducate membership connects students with international exchanges, travel programs, and cross-cultural learning. Supportive guidance counsels families through transitions.