Bond Academy vs Metropolitan Preparatory Academy

	B Bond Academy Toronto, Canada	M Metropolitan Preparatory Academy Toronto, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$550 - 36,000	Fees / year CA$25,560 - 33,700
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 12 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 200
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1982
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Bond Academy is located at 1500 Birchmont Road, Toronto, Ontario M1P 2G5. The school day runs from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. It is in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. For inquiries, contact 416-266-8878.	Location 1 Duncan Mill Rd, Toronto, Ontario M3B 1Z2. The campus is in Toronto. The school serves Grades 7–12 as a private school.
Stages	Stages Montessori Casa (Ages 4-6); Kindergarten; Elementary School (Grades 1-8); Secondary School (Grades 9-12).	Stages Middle School Program (Grades 7–8) and High School Program (Grades 9–12). The IB Diploma Programme is offered and Metro Prep is a Candidate School for the IB Diploma Programme.
School type	School type Private K-12 school	School type Private, co-educational school serving Grades 7–12.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development; French as a Second Language	Additional learning support Small class sizes and individualized attention.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Full-day program runs 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Montessori Casa and Kindergarten offer half-day options from 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Application Fee (local students): CAD 150 (non-refundable). - Activity Fee (local students): CAD 50 (payable to the parent council). - Deposit (due on registration, non-refundable): CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK; CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. - Application Fee (international students): CAD 300 for Kindergarten/Elementary; CAD 300–500 for secondary programs depending on pathway. Annual Tuition — Local / Domestic Students (per academic year) - Montessori Casa (ages 3–6): CAD 14,000 per year. - Kindergarten (full day): CAD 14,000 per year; Half-day Kindergarten program: CAD 8,000 per year. - Elementary School (Grades 1–8): CAD 17,500 per year. - Secondary School (Grades 9–12): CAD 16,000 per year (regular program). Grade 12 online credit (external students): CAD 550 per course. Tuition — International Students (annual figures for 2025/26 fee schedule examples) - Kindergarten & Elementary (Grade 1–8): CAD 24,800 per year. Medical insurance CAD 700/yr; Activity Fee CAD 200/yr. - Secondary programs (examples by pathway): OSSD program CAD 24,800/yr; OSSD+ add-on CAD +6,000; University Pathway CAD 32,000/yr; University Elite Pathway CAD 36,000/yr. Application fees and activity fees vary by program. Payment Plans, Per-Term / Instalment Detail and Billing Schedule - Standard billing cadence and common payment plans are described below; deposits are required up front and the balance is scheduled according to the chosen plan. Plans shown are representative examples of available options and amounts for the published fee year. - Plan A — Ten-month payment plan (example period: September 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,650 (first payment) and CAD 1,699.50 for subsequent months (ten payments across Sep–Jun) under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required. A deferred service charge is included in these monthly amounts. - For Secondary (Grades 9–12): monthly payments shown around CAD 1,500 (first payment) and CAD 1,545 for subsequent months under the published ten-month schedule. Deposit CAD 1,000 required; a deferred service charge is included. - Plan A — Twelve-month payment plan (example period: July 1 to June 1): - For Grades 1–8: monthly payments shown around CAD 1,375 initially and CAD 1,416.25 for subsequent months (twelve payments) with the stated deposit. - For Secondary: twelve-month plan amounts shown around CAD 1,250 initially and CAD 1,287.50 thereafter (twelve payments). - Plan B — Two-installment plan: the second installment typically includes a small deferred payment service charge (example two-payment dates and amounts are published in the fee schedule). Plan B requires the initial deposit. - Plan C — Three-installment plan: the second and third installments typically include a deferred service charge; the initial deposit is required. - Plan D — Full-payment option: a one-time full-payment amount is accepted (published full-payment amounts vary by program); the initial deposit is required and the remaining balance due by the stated full-payment deadline. Examples in the published schedules show full-payment amounts and exact due dates. - Family tuition pricing (domestic): packaged annual tuition for families is available and priced as follows: 1 child CAD 17,500; 2 children CAD 32,000; 3 children CAD 46,000; 4 children CAD 58,000. Boarding / Accommodation Fees - The school's international-student arrangements include homestay/accommodation (not on-campus full boarding) with monthly accommodation fees typically CAD 1,800–2,200 for a single room. A homestay application fee and custodianship legal fee apply (examples: homestay application fee CAD 200; custodianship legal fee CAD 300 one-time). Custodianship ongoing fees and deposits are detailed in the international homestay paperwork. Other Costs and Annual Extras - Books and uniforms (Grades 1–12): typically estimated at CAD 1,000 per year. Uniform costs for Kindergarten and Montessori programs are estimated at CAD 250 per year. - Activity fees: local students CAD 50 annually; international students' activity/new-student fees vary (examples: elementary CAD 200; secondary new-student activity CAD 800). - Medical insurance (international students): CAD 700 per year (mandatory unless acceptable private coverage is provided). - Optional services (international examples): after-school tutoring and new-parent service fee CAD 3,000 per 6 months (optional for Grade 1–8 international students). Textbooks for international students are frequently purchased after enrollment. Refunds and Non-Refundable Items - Application fees are non-refundable. Deposits required at registration are non-refundable. Activity fees are retained. These non-refundable items apply to local/domestic registrations as published. - International-student refund policy (examples from the published international schedule): if a Study Permit (or accompanying parent visa where applicable) is refused by immigration authorities, refund requests may be processed if submitted within six months of the refusal letter; refunded amounts are calculated after deducting the application fee, any custodianship legal fee, and an administrative processing fee (example administrative processing fee CAD 800). Specific documentation (original refusal letter and a written refund request) is required for processing. Some conditions render applications non-refundable (for example, incomplete or false documentation, or failure to submit the Study Permit application within the required timeframe). Fee Payment Methods and Banking - Bank/Wire transfer and bank draft are accepted for international tuition payments. The international fee schedule publishes the beneficiary bank details for wire transfers; wire payments are converted into Canadian dollars at the bank exchange rate on the day funds are received. - Payment-plan options (monthly, multi-installment, full payment) are administered through the school's billing/account system; a school payment portal (My Bond Account) is provided for family account management and payments. Specific payment methods accepted through the portal (for example, card, e-transfer, or direct debit) are administratively determined and available through the school's accounts office. Summary of Immediate, Typical Upfront Costs at Registration (examples) - Application Fee (local): CAD 150. Deposit (local Grades 1–12): CAD 1,000 (or CAD 500 for Montessori/JK–SK). Activity Fee (local): CAD 50. Additional annual items (books/uniforms) estimate CAD 1,000 for Grades 1–12. Homestay/custodianship fees apply for international placements.	Fee details Application fees - Domestic (general application form): CAD 200 non-refundable application fee, payable with the application. - International applicants (international admissions information): CAD 300 application fee for international applications. Registration / acceptance deposit - A one-time, non-refundable registration/deposit of CAD 2,000 is required upon acceptance to secure a student's place. This deposit is withheld from the tuition balance. Tuition fees (annual and per-instalment) - Grades 7–12, Domestic: CAD 25,560 per year. Tuition is typically payable in five instalments; this equals CAD 5,112 per instalment when divided evenly into five payments. - Grades 7–12, International: CAD 33,700 per year. Tuition is typically payable in five instalments; this equals CAD 6,740 per instalment when divided evenly into five payments. Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit: CAD 2,000 non-refundable due on acceptance to secure enrolment. - Instalments: Tuition is typically billed and paid in five instalments across the school year (the deposit is in addition to these instalments). Instalments are usually scheduled during the first semester and in January of the new calendar year; families should note the school's billing dates and due dates on the invoice. No refunds are provided for withdrawal or dismissal during the billing period, except that special consideration may be given for prolonged medical absences. Boarding / accommodation (if applicable) - The school does not provide on-campus boarding; homestay placement is offered as an option for international students. Homestay placement is for an academic year (September to June) unless otherwise arranged. - Homestay application fee: CAD 500 (non-refundable) for homestay program applications. - Homestay monthly cost: host-family fees typically range from CAD 1,200 to CAD 1,500 per month; homestay payments are normally made directly to the host family on the first day of each month. (The school's general tuition page lists homestay in the range CAD 1,200–1,300 per month; the homestay placement form lists a typical range of CAD 1,200–1,500 per month.) Other costs and typical additional fees - Books and course materials: CAD 300–500 per year (estimated range for required textbooks and materials). - Gym uniform: Students must purchase and wear the gym uniform for physical education classes (there is no full school uniform requirement, but gym uniform is required). Families should budget separately for the gym uniform. - Extracurricular activities, specialty program fees, supplies, field trips, and optional services may incur additional charges beyond tuition and are billed separately when applicable. Refund information - The school's published policy states that no refunds are provided for withdrawal or dismissal during the billing period. Special consideration for refunds or credits may be given only for prolonged absences due to medical reasons, according to the school's payment policies. Homestay fees already paid to a host family are forfeited if a student leaves the homestay early (students who leave homestay before the end of June forfeit the current and June payments). Fee payment options and billing contacts - Application fee payment methods (as stated on the application form): by cheque payable to Metropolitan Prep Academy Inc. or by e-transfer to pay@metroprep.com. - Homestay fees: paid directly to the host family on the first day of each month as specified in the homestay agreement. - Billing and tuition-payment arrangements are handled by the school's Billing Department; families may liaise with billing@metroprep.com for invoicing and payment questions. Summary of key fee figures (2026–2027 academic year) - Application fee (domestic): CAD 200 (non-refundable). - Application fee (international): CAD 300. - Acceptance / registration deposit: CAD 2,000 (non-refundable). - Tuition, Grades 7–12 (domestic): CAD 25,560 per year (CAD 5,112 per instalment if paid in five instalments). - Tuition, Grades 7–12 (international): CAD 33,700 per year (CAD 6,740 per instalment if paid in five instalments). - Books and materials: CAD 300–500 per year. - Homestay application fee: CAD 500 (non-refundable). Homestay monthly: typically CAD 1,200–1,500 per month; pay host family monthly. (For billing queries, invoicing schedules, or to arrange specific payment methods, use the school's Billing Department at billing@metroprep.com.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Bond Academy provides the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum in small classes. It offers Montessori Casa through Grade 12. The Montessori early years include five curriculum areas: Practical Life Skills, Cultivating the Five Senses, Numeracy, Literacy and Culture. A Healthy Active Living Program includes intramural and aquatics, and there is an elite basketball program; arts education covers drama, music and visual arts. The program includes local and global issues within social sciences and character education. AP exams are offered with digital or hybrid formats on site.	Curriculum details Metropolitan Preparatory Academy is a co-educational Grades 7-12 school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Small class sizes and individualized attention support student learning. Signature programs include GENIUS (Biotechnology & Life Sciences), SMITH (Arts & Humanities), Momentum (Middle School Foundations), VENTURE (Business, Trade & Global Systems), and IMPACT (Leadership & Global Citizenship). The IB Diploma Programme is delivered through small classes and close academic mentorship.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes and individualized instruction.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Approximately 99% of graduates were admitted to the university or college program of their choice.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to the University of Toronto (Life Science and Computer Science) and York University (Biotechnology) in 2019.	Higher education progression Nearly 100% of Metro Prep graduates are admitted to universities, including Harvard University, Yale University, University of Toronto, and McGill University. University guidance covers Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and international destinations.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented GENIUS Program is Toronto's first and only high school biotechnology program with hands-on DNA sequencing, PCR and genetic engineering; includes the GeneTalk Speaker Series and hands-on biotechnology labs.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. After consideration by parents and the school, determine the applicable application path and complete the appropriate package. For Montessori Casa/Kindergarten, the first school requires a copy of the Birth Certificate, Health Card and Immunization Record, as well as the Application Form, Emergency Form and Photo Release Form. For Elementary (Grades 1-8) and Secondary (Grades 9-12), complete the Elementary/Secondary Application Package. International students complete the International Student Application Package. 2. Application review and acceptance. The application is reviewed after submission, and if the child is accepted to Bond, the applicable Fee Schedule will be explained and the appropriate Payment Options selected to complete enrollment. The school will provide the Fee Schedule and explain any additional steps required to finalize enrollment. For questions, families can call 416-266-8878 to reach local admissions; international admissions are handled at the same number. 3. Local and international enrollment documents. Local admission uses the Local Admission Form and the Local Fee Schedule Elementary or Secondary. International admission uses the International Admission Form (fillable), Registration Checklist, Homestay Application Form, and the International Fee Schedule. After accepting, these forms are used to complete the enrollment process and arrange payment. The school provides guidance to families throughout this process.	Admissions 1. Complete the Application. Start by filling out the online application form. Upload the following documents: the most recent report card; year-end reports from the previous two academic years; and birth certificate or passport. Ensure all form fields are completed accurately before submitting, as the information cannot be edited once submitted. A paper PDF application form is available as an alternative. 2. Initial interview. After receiving the completed application and documents, the admissions team will contact you within two business days to schedule an interview. The interview may be conducted in person or online and focuses on your child's academic goals, personality, and compatibility with Metro Prep's learning environment. This is also an opportunity to ask questions. 3. Student Assessment. Grades 7–9: An entrance examination may be required and assesses mathematics, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension; the test is optional for students who have completed the SSAT. The examination is diagnostic and helps us understand your child's strengths; a score does not define the student. Grades 10–12: Admission is based on current academic records. 4. Admissions Decision. After reviewing the application, documents, test results (if applicable), and the interview, a decision will be communicated. If accepted, families proceed with the next steps to finalize enrollment. The admissions process uses a holistic approach, evaluating academic record, personal qualities, and potential contributions to the Metro Prep community.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Merit-Based Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to personal growth. Scholarship amount: $2,000. Eligibility: Open to first-year, new students only; current or previously enrolled students are not eligible. Application requirements: latest report cards or transcripts; two letters of recommendation from teachers, coaches, or mentors; and a 500-word personal statement explaining how the student will contribute to the Metro Prep community and benefit from the personalized learning environment. Need-Based Financial Awards are available to families who require financial assistance, up to 30% of tuition. Eligibility: Open to first-year, new students only; families must demonstrate financial need. Application requirements: most recent tax return and financial statements; a 500-word personal statement detailing how Metro Prep's values align with the family's goals and how the financial assistance will help the student thrive. How to Apply for Financial Aid: Download the First-Year Scholarship Program Application Form and submit the completed form and all required documents within 14 days of the date printed on the acceptance letter. Submission methods include email (admissions@metroprep.com), mail to Admissions Office, or in person at the main office. Important deadlines: application deadline is within 14 days of acceptance; notification within 30 days after receipt of the application. Limited availability of scholarships and financial aid: funding is limited and awards are not guaranteed, determined by merit, need, and resource availability, with possible first-come, first-served allocation. For questions, contact admissions at admissions@metroprep.com or +1 (416) 285-0870.
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