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Kingsway College

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The school at a glance
Fees CA$33,995 - 37,750
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1989
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Kingsway College School (KCS) operates on two Etobicoke campuses, the Junior School on Dundas Street West for JK–Grade 8 and the Senior School on Lake Shore Boulevard West for Grade 9–12. The school offers a Canadian Curriculum alongside a Bespoke Curriculum designed to tailor learning to each student's needs. A Four Doors to Learning framework centers on academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship, with Habits of Mind, Body, and Action and a focus on health supporting daily growth. The Junior School teaches French from JK to Grade 8, using the Accelerated Integrative Method in Grades 1–5 and project-based instruction with daily immersion in French in Grades 6–8 to prepare for Senior School. Facilities across both campuses include a Prototyping Lab, CommTech Lab, Studio Lab, a rooftop terrace, libraries, a KCS Kafé, and Logan Family Market Place. Outdoor Education and House System support life, with 100 clubs and teams per year.

Junior School (JK–Grade 8): 4600 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1A5; Senior School (Grade 9–12): 2183 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1A2

The Essentials

Location
Two campuses in Etobicoke, Toronto. The Junior School Campus is at 4600 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1A5. The Senior School Campus is at 2183 Lakeshore Blvd. West, Etobicoke, ON M8V 0J2.

Stages
Junior School (JK–Grade 8) and Senior School (Grade 9–12).

Type
JK–12 co-ed private independent school.

Additional learning support
Learning Strategies supports students with exceptional needs; LS Teachers develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) with accommodations or modifications; Reading Groups and Workshops for Grades 1–8; four Learning Strategies faculty; partnership with parents.

Country affiliation
Canada

Bus service
Bus service connects the two campuses; the Senior School campus is fifteen minutes by bus from Old Mill Station.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a hot lunch program five days per week through Kidssentials, offering 60+ entrees including rice and pasta options, burgers and nuggets, soups and stews, biryani, burritos and wraps; vegetarian, vegan and allergen-free options are available; meals are nut-free and gluten-, dairy-, egg-, sesame-, soy-, and seafood-free; daily chocolate and white milk can be added; ordering is online with a family account; Boomerang Lunch is encouraged for lunches brought from home; signing out for lunch is required and allergy-safe policies are followed.

House System
The school has four houses: Prichard, Scott, Hannaford, and Luxton; students belong to a house and participate in intramural sports and Spirit Day activities; house captains organize activities and students earn house points; the House Cup is awarded annually.

Governance and Ownership
The school operates as a not-for-profit corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Governors; the Board sets major policies and objectives, approves budgets, and supports the Head of School.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kingsway College ranges from CAD 33,995 to CAD 37,750 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- All applicants pay a non‑refundable application fee of CAD 200.00.

Tuition — annual amounts by school level

- Junior and Senior Kindergarten (JK–SK): Tuition CAD 33,995.00 per year. A tuition deposit of CAD 5,000.00 (non‑refundable) is required at acceptance. A one‑time Infrastructure Fee of CAD 8,500.00 is due upon acceptance (non‑refundable).

- Grades 1–8: Tuition CAD 36,750.00 per year. A tuition deposit of CAD 5,000.00 (non‑refundable) is required at acceptance. A one‑time Infrastructure Fee of CAD 8,500.00 is due upon acceptance (non‑refundable).

- Grades 9–12 (Senior School): Tuition CAD 37,750.00 per year. A tuition deposit of CAD 5,000.00 (non‑refundable) is required at acceptance. Infrastructure Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable) varies by entry grade: Grade 9 CAD 8,500.00; Grade 10 CAD 6,000.00; Grade 11 CAD 4,000.00; Grade 12 CAD 4,000.00.

Tuition deposit and infrastructure fee (acceptance requirements)

- A combined tuition deposit and infrastructure fee must be paid with the completed Tuition Payment Plan Authorization to secure the student's place. The CAD 5,000.00 tuition deposit is applied against the annual tuition; the infrastructure fee is a one‑time, non‑refundable charge due on acceptance. Installment plans and electronic bank debit authorization are set up at the time this paperwork is completed.

Payment plans, billing schedule and instalment amounts (examples and options)

- The school offers four payment options for the tuition balance after deposit and infrastructure fee:
- Plan A — Full payment (single balance payment; an early‑payment discount applies when payment is received by the school's published deadline).
- Plan B — Three‑payment instalment schedule (three set dates).
- Plan C — Nine monthly instalments (scheduled monthly electronic bank debits).
- Plan D — Twelve monthly instalments (scheduled monthly electronic bank debits).
These plans include a small administrative fee in Plans B, C and D; deposits and infrastructure fees are non‑refundable. Electronic bank debit is the specified collection method for tuition deposits and instalments.

- Representative instalment amounts and dates (actual amounts differ by grade because of the differing tuition; these are the school's published figures for JK/SK and Grades 1–8 under the 2026–27 schedules):
- JK–SK (tuition CAD 33,995.00):
- Plan A (Full payment): Balance due after acceptance CAD 28,545.00 due May 1, 2026 (early‑payment discount included when eligible).
- Plan B (3 payments): Due April 1, 2026 — CAD 14,300.00; Due September 1, 2026 — CAD 8,460.00; Due December 1, 2026 — CAD 6,410.00.
- Plan C (9 monthly): April 1, 2026 to December 1, 2026 — CAD 3,255.00 per month.
- Plan D (12 monthly): April 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027 — CAD 2,443.00 per month.

- Grades 1–8 (tuition CAD 36,750.00):
- Plan A (Full payment): Balance due after acceptance CAD 31,240.00 due May 1, 2026 (early‑payment discount included when eligible).
- Plan B (3 payments): Due April 1, 2026 — CAD 15,800.00; Due September 1, 2026 — CAD 9,500.00; Due December 1, 2026 — CAD 6,625.00.
- Plan C (9 monthly): April 1, 2026 to December 1, 2026 — CAD 3,560.00 per month.
- Plan D (12 monthly): April 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027 — CAD 2,673.00 per month.

- Senior School (Grades 9–12) uses the same four payment plan structure (full payment, 3‑payment instalment, 9‑month instalments, 12‑month instalments) with pre‑authorized electronic bank debit and an administrative fee included in multi‑payment plans; families should expect the tuition balance schedule and instalment dates to follow the same timing pattern used for the Junior School schedules. Example instalment formats and timing are illustrated in the school's published Senior School fee schedule.

What tuition covers and what is charged extra

- Junior School tuition typically includes the loan of textbooks, most cultural, sporting and field‑trip activity fees, supplies, and the use and maintenance of computers and musical instruments. Uniform items, the Junior School hot‑lunch program, and Grades 6–8 end‑of‑year trips are not included in Junior School tuition and are billed separately when applicable. Senior School tuition similarly covers textbooks, many activity fees and standard program costs but may exclude optional or external programs and specific trip costs.

- Uniforms are charged separately and are not included in the stated tuition; the school runs periodic used uniform sales and uniform details are provided in the Family Handbook and school communications. Additional charges can include certain external clubs, optional programs, specialized trips, and optional summer or short‑term program fees.

Boarding

- The school operates as day campuses (Junior School and Senior School locations); there is no boarding program or boarding fees.

Refunds and non‑refundable items

- The CAD 5,000.00 tuition deposit is non‑refundable and is applied to the tuition balance for the year of enrolment. Infrastructure fees are one‑time and non‑refundable. Installment plans include administrative fees that are included in instalment amounts and are not returned once instalments have been processed. Specific refund cases (for example, withdrawal timelines or exceptional circumstances) are handled under the school's enrolment terms and the Tuition Payment Plan Authorization — the deposit and infrastructure fee remain non‑refundable.

Fee payment methods and how charges are collected

- Tuition deposits, infrastructure fees and instalment payments are set up to be collected by pre‑authorized electronic bank debit (electronic bank debit / PAD) as part of the Tuition Payment Plan Authorization. Multi‑payment plans include an administrative fee built into instalment amounts.

- The admissions/enrolment portal confirms the application fee requirement and is used to submit applications and associated payments. Other school payments such as donations and some student‑billing items may be processed through the school's giving/payment gateway and can accept credit‑card payments for donations and specific fee items; however, formal tuition payment plans are processed by pre‑authorized bank debit.

Other practical notes on costs and billing

- The tuition deposit is subtracted from the total tuition due for the year; the infrastructure fee is charged once at acceptance and is not refundable. Multi‑payment instalment plans include administrative fees which are already incorporated into the instalment amounts shown on the school's schedules. Billing dates (for example April 1, May 1, September 1 and December 1) are used for the instalment schedules and for the early‑payment discount deadline where applicable. Examples of instalment amounts and exact billing dates are published in the school's Schedule of Fees and Payments documents.

Contacts for billing and admissions

- Billing or admissions enquiries may be directed to the school at (416) 234‑5073 or admissions@kcs.on.ca during office hours.
Academics

Kingsway College teaches Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The KCS curriculum is designed to prepare, inspire, and challenge each student daily. The curriculum is responsive to each learner's unique needs and aims to develop lifelong learners who embrace new experiences. The Four Doors to Learning Program centers on academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship, supported by Habits of Mind, Body, and Action and a focus on health. KCS maintains a rigorous yet supportive academic culture that encourages risk-taking and views mistakes as opportunities for learning. Junior School serves JK to Grade 8, and Senior School serves Grade 9 to 12. French is taught in the Junior School from JK to Grade 8; in Grades 1-5, the Accelerated Integrative Method (AIM) is used, and Grades 6-8 use project-based instruction with daily immersion in French to prepare for Senior School.

Higher Education Progression
Path: Where Students Exercise Leadership in their Learning. Path Program runs from Grade 9 through Grade 12 to develop intrinsically motivated, creative, and impactful learners and leaders. Grade 12 engagement with the Path Program includes guidance in pursuing post-secondary options. The Senior School campus extends learning for Grades 9-12 and is CAIS-accredited.

Gifted and Talented
Differentiated Learning supports unique learners, including those who are gifted. Reading Groups and Workshops, Flexible Pacing, and opportunities to accelerate in math meet the needs of gifted students in Grades 1-8. A Learning Strategies department develops Individualized Education Plans for students with exceptionalities and works with teachers to tailor the classroom program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social-Emotional Learning is integral to student development at KCS. The Junior School delivers deliberate instruction in social-emotional skills through the Second Step program for Grades SK–8. In the Senior School, SEL is delivered through the Advisory Program. SEL is embedded across the curriculum to ensure consistent instruction from grade to grade, appropriate to each developmental stage. Adults model social-emotional regulation, reinforced by the Three School Rules, Habits of Mind, Body, and Action, and Leadership in Learning Attributes.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Strategies is a department designed to support students with exceptional needs. Learning Strategies Teachers (LS Teachers) create Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) outlining learning goals and strategies. LS Teachers work with other teachers to tailor classroom programs and provide targeted support. An IEP is a working document developed under the leadership of an LS teacher, using prior reports, assessments, and curriculum documents. The program includes Reading Groups and Workshops for Grades 1-8, targeted instruction in reading and math, and accommodations or modifications as needed. KCS maintains four Learning Strategies staff to support students and partners with families.

Mental Wellbeing
Good mental health is an important foundation to learning at KCS. Habits of Mind, Body, and Action and the Three School Rules provide balance, resilience, and a common language for well-being. JK-Grade 8 students take part in the Second Step program for social skills, relationship building, and anti-bullying, while Senior School students work with a Faculty Advisor weekly. The Advisory Program includes the Director of Student and Community Well-Being, who supports social-emotional learning, mental health, and well-being in coordination with the Senior School Director of Guidance. The Encouraging Dialogue Speakers Series focuses on well-being topics, and most staff are Mental Health First Aid certified; the Director is a Certified Canadian Counsellor (C.C.C.) with extensive student-well-being experience.

Safeguarding
Health and Safety policies are regularly reviewed and updated, and staff and faculty are trained in first aid, CPR, and mental health first aid. Allergy-Safe Junior School policies restrict life-threatening allergens to protect students; Senior School is allergy-aware. Visitors to the Junior School are buzzed in at the main entrance, sign in at Reception, wear stickers, and are escorted if unrecognized. The Concussion Protocol ensures injured students are monitored and an individualized learning plan is created upon return. Lunch and Be Active supervision is provided at the Junior School, a Health and Safety committee reviews facilities and policies, and students receive internet safety training and meet regularly with representatives from Toronto Police Services.
Parent Experience

History
Kingsway College School (KCS) began in 1989 when a small group of parishioners from St. George's on-the-Hill established an independent school. It opened with fifty students in Grades 1-8, and a library/resource centre with two additional classrooms was added in 1995. From 2001-02 KCS began doubling the classes at each grade level and a six-room addition opened in 2003. In 2009 the doubling was completed and eight classrooms, a science lab, a multi-purpose room and two music rooms were added. In September 2022 the Lake Shore Senior School campus opened, enabling KCS to become a JK-12 institution, with the final phase completed in 2024-2025.

Community
KCS operates two campuses in Etobicoke: the Junior School on Dundas Street West and the Senior School on Lake Shore Boulevard West. The school welcomes students and families from diverse faiths and cultural backgrounds. In 2019 the KCS community donated $1.5 million to renovate Humbertown Park. KCS is CAIS accredited and a member of the Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
All families are members of the Parent Network and play an integral role in the culture of KCS. The Parent Network's mission is to support and advance the KCS culture while building community, both internally (among students, teachers, staff, and KCS families), and externally (among prospective families and local community at large). There are several wonderful events planned and a multitude of ways you can get involved with the Parent Network. Volunteers are a driving force of the KCS community and make an important contribution to the energetic spirit of the school, contributing over 4,600 volunteer hours each year. The Parent Network is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are eager to engage and be a part of the fabric of the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Kingsway College School operates on two Etobicoke campuses, the Junior School on Dundas Street West and the Senior School on Lake Shore Boulevard West. The Junior School facilities include a large space for indoor team sports, exercise, and physical education, as well as a library, an Early Learning Space, and flexible classrooms. The Junior School Library supports research and collaborative learning and houses a collection of picture books, fiction and non-fiction, magazines and online resources. Senior School facilities include Main Lobby, the Logan Family Market Place, KCS Kafé, a Physical Health and Education Lab, an Art Studio, a Science Lab, a Learning Commons, classrooms, breakout spaces, a rooftop terrace, and specialized spaces such as a Prototyping Lab, a CommTech Lab, and a Studio Lab. The Main Lobby serves as an art gallery, concert venue, service-learning zone, and community hub.

Sports Facilities
Two campuses provide space for sports and physical education: the Junior School has a large indoor space for team sports, exercise, and physical education; the Senior School offers a Physical Health and Education Lab for health-related learning and hands-on activities. Outdoor Education is part of the Athletics program.

Academic Facilities
Senior School facilities include a Main Lobby, The Logan Family Market Place, KCS Kafé, a Physical Health and Education Lab, an Art Studio, a Science Lab, a Learning Commons, classrooms, and breakout spaces. There are specialized spaces for making and technology, including a Prototyping Lab, a CommTech Lab, and a Studio Lab. Early Learning Space and flexible Primary to Intermediate Classrooms support JK–Grade 8 learning. Rooftop Terrace is part of the Senior School facilities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Author Visits, Imagination Station, The Forest of Reading program, and Young Authors of KCS (YAKCS) are library programs. The Makerspace program across grades engages students in making, including Grade 6-8 using 3D printers and other tools. Students participate in clubs and teams as part of Student Life, with leadership opportunities through the KCS House System. Outdoor Education is part of Athletics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
KCS offers over 100 clubs and teams each year. Junior School runs over 40 clubs and teams per term, including Jazz Band, Lego Robotics, Boot Camp, Newspaper Club, Ultimate Frisbee, Book Trailers, Tech Blazers, Science is Fun!, Lacrosse, Computer Coding, Running Club, House Captains, Community Service Club, T-Ball, iPad Art Club, Yoga Fit, and more. Senior School offerings cover academics, arts, athletics, and citizenship, with the Four Doors of learning represented in the club and team offerings.

Arts & Creative
Arts offerings include Visual Arts, Music, Drama, Media Arts, and Junior School Musicals. Drama productions occur during the Christmas season and during Preview Weekend in the spring. Cedar Sentinel is the student newspaper and Cedar Trails is the yearbook, both produced by students.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs and Teams include Jazz Band, Lego Robotics, Newspaper Club, Ultimate Frisbee, Book Trailers, Tech Blazers, Science is Fun!, Lacrosse, Computer Coding, Running Club, House Captains, Community Service Club, T-Ball, iPad Art Club, Yoga Fit, and more. Other social clubs include Outdoor Club, Ski and Board Club, Senate, and Student Association.

Community & Service
Community Service Club is among the clubs, and Service Learning and Community Service are expressed as part of Citizenship. These elements reflect the school's emphasis on service and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Senate represents the student voice; Student Association is the student leadership body; House Captains lead house activities and contribute to school events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Mental Health and Well-Being is addressed through Student Life offerings, including Social-Emotional Learning. Outdoor Education and the Outdoor Club provide outdoor activities such as backpacking, winter camping, and canoeing, with Ski and Board Club meeting at a local resort in winter. The Aerials Gymnastic Team performs annually and travels to events, and Campus Ministries supports wellbeing through Week of Prayer, vespers, Sabbath School, Bible studies, and chapel activities.
Languages

Language Provision
French is taught as part of the curriculum. Core French, Extended French, and French Immersion are offered for Kindergarten through Grade 8. French learning resources are provided for parents and students to use at home.

Immersion Programs
French Immersion is offered for Kindergarten through Grade 8.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
CAIS accreditation. CIS Ontario membership.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Campus Tour. Join us for an Open House or campus tour to see classrooms and facilities. This is an opportunity to meet faculty and staff and chat with students to experience the KCS community and academic environment firsthand. The tour covers both the Junior School (JK–Grade 8) and Senior School (Grade 9–12). 2. The Application. New applicants create an account to access the application form. There is a non-refundable application fee of $200. Submit documentation including a recent photo of the applicant, a birth certificate or passport, the applicant's year-end report cards from two previous years and the most current report card, any educational assessments and IEPs if applicable, and the name and email address of a teacher reference who will be contacted after submission. If you pause during the application, information is saved automatically. 3. The Assessment and Student Interview. After submission, you will receive a checklist to schedule an assessment. JK and SK applicants participate in literacy and numeracy activities and visit kindergarten classrooms. Grade 1–12 applicants undergo age-appropriate assessments including reading and comprehension, mathematics, and writing, plus a student interview. Parents/guardians of Grade 9–12 applicants participate in an admissions interview.
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