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Bannockburn Independent School

Canada, North York

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The school at a glance
Fees CA$19,075 - 30,700
Ages 1 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 5
Strengths Academic Enrichment
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

Bannockburn Independent School is a Canadian independent Montessori program serving children from 18 months through Grade 6, located in North York at 3080 Bayview Avenue. The school follows the Montessori approach, offering Toddler, Primary and Elementary programs with an enriched curriculum that exceeds provincial standards. Classrooms are designed to foster independence, curiosity and hands-on learning within a warm, safe environment where children progress at their own pace. The Montessori philosophy emphasizes inquiry and the holistic development of the whole child—social, emotional, cognitive and creative growth as students build foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The school operates for over thirty years and maintains accreditation with the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators and membership in the Conference of Independent Schools, underscoring a long-standing commitment to high-quality Montessori practice. Extracurricular options include Specialty Enrichment, before- and after-school programs and a Summer Camp program, expanding opportunities to explore interests beyond the day curriculum. Today.

Bannockburn School, 3080 Bayview Avenue, North York, Ontario M2N 5L3

The Essentials

Bannockburn Independent School has typical class sizes of 5.

Location
The Bannockburn Independent School is located at 3080 Bayview Avenue, North York, Ontario M2N 5L3. Located in North York, a district of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Stages
Toddler; Primary; Elementary Montessori programs; ages 18 months to 12 years.

Type
Independent Montessori school.

Country affiliation
Canada
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school offers a Hot Lunch Program.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Directors. Bannockburn School is an independent, not-for-profit institution.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bannockburn Independent School ranges from CAD 19,075 to CAD 30,700 for 2026/27.

*Application / Initial Registration Fee*

- A non‑refundable initial registration fee is charged upon acceptance: CAD 5,500 for new students and CAD 2,750 for siblings of existing students.

*Tuition fees (annual amounts by programme / year group — 2026/27 academic year)*

- Toddler (morning half‑day; children 18 months to 3 years): CAD 19,075 per year.
- Toddler (full‑day; children 18 months to 3 years — includes lunch): CAD 30,700 per year.
- Primary (3‑year‑old half‑day): CAD 19,075 per year.
- Primary (3‑year‑old full‑day — includes lunch): CAD 30,700 per year.
- Primary (full‑day; children 4–6 years): CAD 30,700 per year.
- Lower Elementary (Grades 1–3; ages ~6–9): CAD 30,700 per year.
- Upper Elementary (Grades 4–6; ages ~9–12): CAD 30,700 per year.

- Note on per‑term billing: tuition is published as annual amounts. Per‑term or instalment amounts are arranged directly with the Business Manager and are not published as fixed per‑term figures.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*

- The initial registration fee is payable upon acceptance. Various payment schedules for annual tuition may be arranged with the Business Manager; additional administrative charges may apply.
- Before‑ and after‑school care may be billed annually or on a per‑use basis (details below).
- Specific invoice dates, standard term instalment dates, and accepted methods for regular tuition payments are managed through the School's finance office/Business Manager and are not listed as fixed dates in the published fee schedule.

*Boarding fees*

- Boarding is not offered; Bannockburn operates as a day school (no boarding programme listed).

*Other costs and fees (examples and ranges)*

- Auxiliary fees: mandatory, variable by level and programme; range: CAD 400 – CAD 2,495. These may cover field trips, in‑house enhanced programming, meals, snacks, and special events.
- Supplementary fees: charged for optional or additional services such as extra‑curricular activities and the lunch programme for students 4 years and older.
- Before & After‑School Programme (examples of costs):
- Annual before‑school care: CAD 1,000.
- Annual after‑school care: CAD 3,000.
- Combined annual before + after care: CAD 4,000.
- Per‑use rate: CAD 15.00 per each 30 minutes.
- Summer camp and short‑term programme fees and related administrative fees are published separately for camp sessions (camp payments are processed through the school's camp registration system). Camp registration policies include a CAD 50 administrative fee for cancellations within specified windows for camp weeks.
- Uniform: no separate school uniform fee or uniform purchase programme is published with the standard tuition schedule. (Uniform requirements or costs are not listed as a required fee in the published tuition information.)

*Refund information and withdrawal terms*

- The initial registration fee is non‑refundable.
- Tuition refund schedule prior to the start of an academic year:
- 70% refund of the annual tuition total if withdrawal occurs more than three months prior to the upcoming academic year.
- 50% refund of the annual tuition total if withdrawal occurs prior to July 31 of the upcoming academic year.
- No refund available after July 31 of the upcoming academic year, except that withdrawal requests submitted after July 31 for serious illness, family relocation, or other extenuating circumstances may be reviewed in writing by the Head of School and may require School Board approval.
- Before/After care and camp programmes have their own stated refund/cancellation terms (for example, camp refunds and administrative fees are specified in the camp materials).

*Fee payment options and practical notes*

- The published tuition page states that payment schedules can be arranged through the Business Manager, but does not publish a fixed list of accepted payment methods for regular tuition invoices. Payments for short‑term programmes (summer camp) are accepted via the school's camp registration system and have accepted credit‑card processing (Stripe) for those programme registrations.

- For billing schedules, instalment arrangements, invoice dates, and the School's accepted payment methods for tuition (for example, bank transfer, cheque, or card), contact the Business Manager via the published school contacts to obtain the School's current billing terms and to set up an agreed payment plan.
Academics

Bannockburn Independent School teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 1 to 12.

Curriculum
Toddler, Primary and Elementary Montessori programs with an enriched curriculum that exceeds provincial standards.
Parent Experience

History
The school has operated for over thirty years as an independent Montessori school.

Community
Toddler, Primary and Elementary Montessori programs form the core of Bannockburn's education. The school is fully accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA) and a member of the Conference of Independent Schools (CIS). Head of School is Jacqueline Richman. The location is 3080 Bayview Avenue, North York, Ontario M2N 5L3.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school offers Toddler (18 months to 3 years) to Grade 6 Montessori programs in a warm, welcoming and safe environment. Bannockburn School is located at 3080 Bayview Avenue, North York, Ontario. The enriched Montessori curriculum exceeds provincial standards and supports intentional academic, social, and developmental growth. The Montessori environment fosters curiosity, independence and critical thinking as students progress from Toddler to Grade 6.

Academic Facilities
The school provides an enriched Montessori curriculum that exceeds provincial standards. The Toddler, Primary and Elementary programs offer Montessori education designed to develop independent, curious learners and strong academic foundations. The Montessori philosophy emphasizes inquiry-based learning and the development of the whole child.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Specialty Enrichment; Before & After School Program; Summer Camp Program 2025.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers Toddler, Primary and Elementary Montessori programs with an integrated curriculum that supports intentional academic, social, and developmental growth. The enriched curriculum exceeds provincial standards and nurtures a love of learning. Students develop independence, imagination, and intellectual curiosity within a child-centred community. The school is fully accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA) and is a member of the Conference of Independent Schools (CIS).
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught as a specialty enrichment with a dedicated French Language space, and French lessons are integrated into half-day Primary classrooms. Spanish is offered as an after-school language program.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The school is fully accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA) and is a member of the Conference of Independent Schools (CIS).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Schedule a guided information tour by contacting Heather Fogarty at reception@bannockburn.ca or 416-789-7855. The tour introduces Bannockburn's Toddler, Primary and Elementary Montessori programs and the school environment. Families learn about the Montessori approach and the Bannockburn community. Open Houses and information sessions are offered as part of the admissions process.
2. Once the initial tour has been completed, parents will be given an application form. The application form begins the enrollment process. Parents use the form to apply for Bannockburn enrollment. Additional steps and timelines are provided by the school after the tour.
School Events
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