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Founded in 1903 by Miss Margaret Scott, Branksome Hall is an independent girls' school on a 13-acre campus in Toronto's Rosedale, educating more than 900 JK–12 students. The school began at 102 Bloor Street East and relocated in 1910 to 592 Sherbourne Street when Edith Read became principal. In 1912 Branksome Hall purchased Hollydene at 10 Elm Avenue and expanded the campus, building a gymnasium and pool; the Prefect and Clan systems were introduced and the Hunting Stewart tartan adopted for the uniform. In 1940 a group of girls and staff from Sherborne Girls' School in England was evacuated to Branksome Hall, and the partnership continues with annual exchanges. Branksome became a fully authorized IB World School in 2003; Branksome Hall Asia opened in 2012; the Athletics and Wellness Centre opened in 2015, and the Karen L. Jurjevich Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST) will open in 2026.
Branksome Hall engages with Toronto communities and participates in international trips to help students make a difference. Global connections include exchanges and a study abroad program with Branksome Hall Asia, enabling students to learn worldwide. There is a sister school in South Korea.
The Branksome Hall Parents' Association is a volunteer-led organization at the heart of the parent community. It broadly supports Branksome's mission and strategic direction through active parent engagement, ongoing communication and strong partnerships. For more information about the BHPA, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, contact parents@branksome.on.ca. BHPA Executive 2025–26: President Devon Domelle Parsons'95; Treasurer Maria Semenko; Secretary Aisha Champsi; Communications Davida Aronovitch; Parent Socials Lead Susan Austin; Parent Socials Lead Carolyn Moore Allas; Portfolio Manager Jenny Medland; Community Engagement Lead, SMS Nicole Antony; Community Engagement Co-Lead, JS Grace Normandin; Community Engagement Co-Lead, JS Raewyn Robbins.
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.
