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St. Clement’s School

Canada, Toronto

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$41,900
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 480
Type Girls School
Opened 1901
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish, Latin
Typical class size 7
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

St. Clement's School is an independent girls' day school in Toronto with a history dating to 1901. The campus centers on Powell Hall, a multipurpose performance and lecture space, plus a dance studio, a music room, and a visual arts studio, with the Lassonde Library serving Grades 1–12 as a central academic hub. The program is organized into Junior (Grades 1–6), Middle (Grades 7–9), and Senior (Grades 10–12) Schools, and offers the Canadian curriculum alongside Advanced Placement courses and the AP Capstone Diploma, the first Canadian girls' school to implement Capstone. The library and information services are integrated with learning, and technology is woven into daily study through BYOD for Grades 7–12. Language study is central—French through Grade 9, with a second language in Grade 10—while math milestones are emphasized in Grade 12. With over 40 sports teams and more than 70 co‑curricular activities, students explore academics, arts, and athletics within a supportive framework that includes LINCWell and student leadership.

21 St. Clements Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1G8, Canada

The Essentials

St. Clement’s School has 480 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 21 St. Clement's Ave, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1G8. It sits on the southwest corner of St. Clement's Avenue and Yonge Street, five blocks north of Eglinton Station on the Yonge Street line.

Stages
Students from Grades 1 to 12 live, learn, and grow together under one roof. The school has a Junior School, a Middle School, and a Senior School on one campus.

Type
Independent girls' school.

Additional learning support
A framework of opportunities and support that meets each girl's unique needs, including LINCWell.

Country affiliation
Canada.

Religious affiliation
Anglican.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform. The Number 1 Dress uniform is worn on special occasions (church services, the Carol Service, the Closing Ceremonies, and special assemblies) with additional Number 1 Dress days posted. Daily wear can be a tunic or navy uniform pants with a white shirt, tie, blazer, and appropriate footwear; a Physical Education uniform is worn for PE.

Food Options
A lunch program is offered; meal plan is mandatory for Grades 1-7 and by default for Grade 8 (with option to opt out and bring lunch if desired). Grades 9-12 may purchase lunch daily using a declining balance card.

House System
The school has four Houses: York, Windsor, Tudor, and Stuart. House Days involve activities and a House Cup awarded annually; students are assigned to a House and compete in various activities and events.

Governance and Ownership
The school is an independent school governed by a Board of Governors who work at arm's length to support the Principal and Administration. It is connected with the Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario and the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools; a Foundation for St. Clement's School was established in 1967.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Clement’s School ranges from CAD 41,900 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Application (non-refundable): CAD 250. Payments made with non-domestic cards incur a processing fee of 4%.

Upfront / acceptance charges

- Registration deposit (non-refundable annual deposit; applied to annual tuition): CAD 6,200.
- New student acceptance fee (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 9,500.
- Security deposit (due at time of initial registration; refunded when the student leaves the School except in the event of loss or damage): CAD 500.
- Recommended minimum Annual Fund donation per family (tax receipt provided): CAD 2,000.

Annual tuition (by year group)

- Grades 1–12: Annual tuition is CAD 41,900. This single annual tuition applies across the listed year groups. Standard and monthly payment plans are available.

Per-term / payment-plan breakdowns (billing examples and common structures)

- The School offers a Standard Payment Plan and a Monthly Payment Plan. The School's published schedules in recent years use a Registration Deposit followed by either three scheduled instalments (Standard Plan) or a series of monthly instalments (Monthly Plan).

- Example (Standard Payment Plan arithmetic for 2026–2027 using published 2026 amounts):
- Registration deposit: CAD 6,200 (applied to tuition). Remaining tuition after the deposit: CAD 35,700. If the remaining balance is split into three equal instalments under the Standard Plan, each instalment would be CAD 11,900. (Registration deposit + three instalments: CAD 6,200 + 3 × CAD 11,900 = CAD 41,900). This reflects the School's typical billing structure of a deposit plus three instalments.

- Example (Monthly Payment Plan arithmetic for 2026–2027 using published 2026 amounts):
- Registration deposit: CAD 6,200; remaining tuition CAD 35,700. If the remaining balance is spread equally over 11 monthly payments, each payment would be approximately CAD 3,245.45; the Monthly Plan may include administration/service charges that increase the total and require advance notice to Finance. Parents electing a monthly plan must advise the Finance Office by the school's stated deadline.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard and monthly payment plans are available; tuition under a Standard Payment Plan is typically billed one month prior to each due date. The School's schedules in recent years set specific due dates for the registration deposit and subsequent instalments. Parents must keep accounts current; historical schedules note charges for NSF cheques and interest/late fees on overdue items.

- Payment methods accepted:
- Online banking (select St. Clement's School as a payee with major Canadian banks). Identify the student account with the four-digit student number supplied in the acceptance letter.
- Cheque or money order in Canadian dollars, payable to St. Clement's School, mailed to the Finance Office with student name and student number.
- Credit card payments for tuition and acceptance fees must be processed via Plastiq; a service surcharge of approximately 2.5% applies to credit-card payments. Credit-card payments issued outside Canada may incur a processing fee (see application/payment notes).
- Wire transfer (international banking details provided by the School; families are asked to alert Finance when funds are wired). Interac e-transfer is not accepted.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. St. Clement's is a day school for Grades 1–12 (no boarding program).

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Uniform and textbooks: Uniforms are purchased through the School Store (The Penguin's Nest). Textbooks for Grades 7–12 are an additional cost through a specified supplier; Junior School textbooks (where applicable) are provided, with occasional small chargebacks for workbooks. The Parents' Association organizes used-uniform and textbook sales.

- Lunch / meal plan: For 2026–2027 the meal plan is mandatory for students in Grades 1–7 and is approximately CAD 2,450 for the academic year. Grade 8 students are enrolled by default with an opt-out option; Grades 9–12 students may purchase lunch using a declining balance card.

- After-school care: The Extended Day Program for Junior School students (to 6:00 pm) is available for an additional charge; before-school care is free of charge.

- Music, instrument rental, private lessons and school trips: Instrument rentals, private music lessons, and costs associated with school trips (transportation, lodging, entrance fees) are additional and billed to student accounts as incurred.

Refund information

- Application fee: non-refundable.
- Registration deposit: non-refundable; applied to annual tuition.
- New student acceptance fee: one-time, non-refundable.
- Security deposit: refundable when the student leaves the School except in the event of unforeseen loss or damage.

Notes on service charges, late payment and returned items

- Credit-card payments via Plastiq carry an approximate surcharge (around 2.5%). Payments made with non-domestic cards may incur an additional processing fee (4% noted for application payments). The School's historical schedules apply NSF charges for returned cheques and interest on overdue account balances; families should contact the Finance Office for specific current terms.
Academics

St. Clement’s School teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The St. Clement's Diploma extends beyond the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Reach Ahead credits in Grades 7 and 8 provide flexibility for senior years. All students study French through Grade 9 and must take a second language in Grade 10. All must take Math at the Grade 12 level, and the Diploma requires 10 additional hours of community service beyond the Ministry's 40 hours. AP courses are offered in Grades 11-12 with 18 subjects, and St. Clement's is the first Canadian girls' school to implement the AP Capstone Diploma. The Lassonde Library serves Grades 1-12, technology is integrated across learning, and enrichment opportunities extend beyond the classroom; LINCWell focuses on Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellness. The program is organized into Junior School (Grades 1-6), Middle School (Grades 7-9), and Senior School (Grades 10-12) with a strong core program and options such as Accelerated French or Advanced Math.

Exam Results
Most AP National Scholars of any independent school in Ontario. The school is the first Canadian girls' school awarded the AP Capstone Diploma, and AP results are consistently reported as among the highest. AP subjects total 18 in Grades 11-12, with an average of 15 AP courses offered and more than 80 elective courses available. Graduates have 100% acceptance to top universities worldwide and have earned over $1.1 million in scholarships.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates attend top universities around the world. Alumni remain connected through mentorship opportunities, reunion events, in-person and virtual classroom visits, and SCS Connects—our online alumni network.

Gifted and Talented
Gifted and talented opportunities are supported through a robust AP program with 18 subjects and the AP Capstone Diploma. Accelerated French or Advanced Math options are available in the Junior/Middle School pathway, and Reach Ahead credits extend learning in Grades 7-9. The Lassonde Library and integrated technology support independent and advanced study, reinforced by LINCWell, a school-wide focus on Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellness.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
LINCWell is a full-school (Grades 1–12) approach designed to craft a school experience for each girl that emphasizes Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellness. The school provides opportunities and support to meet each girl's unique needs, built on core values of excellence, respect, community, creativity, spirituality, and integrity. The community is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and values each student's identity and well-being. The approach to learning includes an inspiring and balanced learning experience, innovation and technology, experiential education, leadership opportunities, and a range of co-curriculars. LINCWell contributes to wellbeing by using a toolbox of resources that helps students learn well, lead well, and live well.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers a framework of opportunities and support that meets each girl's unique needs, built on core values. LINCWell is a full-school approach with resources and a toolbox to support learning, nurturing, creativity, and wellbeing. LINCWell spans Grades 1–12 and is integrated into daily school life to help students navigate challenges. The program emphasizes individualized support and wellness to accommodate diverse learners across the school.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a central aspect of LINCWell, the school's full-school approach to academic enrichment, well-being, and support. LINCWell provides a toolbox of resources to help each student develop resilience, balance, and social-emotional skills. The program supports students to learn well, lead well, and live well by integrating wellbeing activities within the school day. The school's diversity statement also highlights identity and well-being as core components of the learning environment.

Safeguarding
The school has a Code of Conduct addressing safeguarding and student protection. The Code of Conduct includes bullying prevention as part of safeguarding measures. It outlines procedures for responding to safeguarding concerns. It sets expectations for safe and respectful conduct as part of the school's safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History
St. Clement's School was founded in 1901 by Canon Powell in the Anglican tradition. In 1922 the school settled at 21 St. Clement's Avenue, with the adjoining property at 29 St. Clement's Avenue becoming the Junior School by 1927. In 1932 it was administered as a girls-only school. The Foundation for St. Clement's School was established in 1967, followed by a major building expansion completed in 1970. The centenary was celebrated in 2001, and in 2006 a further expansion added a performance and lecture hall, a second gymnasium, classrooms, an arts wing, a science wing, and a library. Today, graduates gain university admission, the school participates in Advanced Placement curricula, and it has a Round Square program.

Community
St. Clement's School is a close-knit community that celebrates creativity, diversity, and innovation, where students from Grades 1 to 12 live, learn, and grow together under one roof, and every girl is known and valued. The school affirms a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, valuing each community member's identity and well-being. A dynamic events calendar covers admissions events, LINCWell speaker programs, student productions, and other activities that reflect the breadth of school life. The Indigenous land acknowledgement and partnerships with Indigenous communities are part of the learning environment at SCS.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The St. Clement's School Parents' Association works in partnership with the School to strengthen the SCS community. Every parent is automatically a member and may participate by attending meetings, joining a committee, or helping at events. The PA is led by a President (the 2025-2026 President is listed on the site) and coordinates events and initiatives that foster school spirit and parent involvement. PA communications reach families through the Edsby page and weekly enews, and each grade has Grade Parent volunteers who share information about upcoming events and help plan class-specific socials. The PA also supports fundraising activities, such as used uniform and textbook sales, and its work emphasizes parent involvement in all aspects of school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Powell Hall is a multipurpose performance and lecture hall for curricular and co-curricular learning. The school also has a dance studio and a music room with soundproof practice rooms, plus a visual arts studio and a multimedia lab. The Lassonde Library serves as a central hub for learners, with the library and information services integrated into the program. In 2006, the school expanded its facilities, adding a performance and lecture hall, a second gymnasium, classrooms, an arts wing, a science wing, and a library.

Sports Facilities
Athletic opportunities abound on the court, track, field, ice rink, and in the pool. There are over 40 teams across 13 sports. Our teams compete at CISAA, Metro Championships, and OFSAA events. The school offers a wide range of sports including Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Disc Golf, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, and Ultimate Frisbee.

Academic Facilities
The Lassonde Library is a central hub for our community of learners, with students from Grades 1-12 sharing the space for classes and access to resources. The Library & Resource Centre provides access to resources and the Head of Library and Information Services is integral to the academic program. Latest technology includes iPads for Grade 1, Chromebooks for Grades 2-6, and a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program for Grades 7-12. BYOD is mandatory for Grades 7-12. The school supports experiential education and an approach to learning that includes LINCWell, technology integration, and experiential education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Arts are offered through formal curriculum and co-curricular activities and clubs, including stage productions, dance clubs, art shows, and musical and choral events. There are over 70 co-curricular activities, with opportunities across Athletics, Arts, Clubs, and more. Examples of clubs include Art Club, Debating and Public Speaking Club, Coding Club, Duke of Edinburgh Awards Program, Lego Robotics Team, and Primary and Senior French Club, among others. Music offerings include Private Music Lessons, Primary Choir, Junior Choir, Intermediate Choir, Senior Choir, Senior Concert Band, Senior Jazz Band, Chamber Orchestra, and Chamber Choir. The School also features a House Program and student leadership opportunities and events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides an enriched senior program built on a strong core curriculum, with flexibility for an individualized path. Each student is supported by a LINCWell Counsellor who offers academic and personal counselling and guidance through the university application process. The Senior School emphasizes deeper exploration, cross-disciplinary connections, and leadership opportunities across subjects. Advanced Placement courses are offered in Art History, Biology, Calculus, French, and Chemistry, with the AP Capstone Diploma as a two-year program beginning in Grade 11; the school was the first girls' school in Canada to implement Capstone.

Arts & Creative
The Arts are an integral part of the student experience. Students participate in choirs, bands, dramatic productions, visual arts clubs, and assemblies, and take part in dance and choral events. Lumina, the fashion design show, provides a platform for fashion design and creative presentation. The Arts are offered through both curricular and co-curricular channels, with opportunities across performance, visual arts, and design.

Cultural & Language
Language-related clubs include Primary and Junior French Club, French Public Speaking, and Junior and Senior French Club. American Sign Language is also offered as a club. These activities provide opportunities for language practice and cultural exchange.

Social & Hobbies
There are over 70 co-curricular activities, including clubs, trips, and volunteering opportunities. Clubs include Board Games Club, Book Club, Coding Club, Debating and Public Speaking Club, Diversity Committee, Gay Straight Alliance, Drama Club, and many others. Dance, music, and sports are supported through extensive athletic and arts programs, including dances and the Lumina fashion show. The House System fosters leadership and school spirit through inter-House competitions and activities.

Community & Service
The school organizes Community Events and supports service-oriented initiatives. Syrian Refugee Sponsorship is a service program offered through student and community involvement.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides a formal leadership training program for all senior students. In Grade 12, each student holds a formal leadership role to practice leadership and collaborate across grades. Grades 11 and 12 students serve as School Ambassadors and mentors for Middle School students. Leadership opportunities are integrated across clubs, councils, and competitive teams.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
LINCWell is a full-school approach focused on Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellbeing. It provides tools and resources to help students learn well, lead well, and live well. Athletic opportunities include Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball, with over 39 teams across 12 sports.
Languages

Language Provision
French is studied by all students through the end of Grade 9. In Grade 10, students must take a second language course. Accelerated French is available in Grades 7–9. In Grades 10–12, English and French form the core program alongside Mathematics and Science.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Come Visit Us. You are welcome to visit St. Clement's School; contact the Admissions Office to set up a tour. A campus visit provides an opportunity to learn about the school environment and the admissions process. 2. Apply by the Deadline. Applications are now closed for the 2026-2027 school year. Late applications will be accepted based on available space; please contact the Admissions Office. This process aligns with the Toronto Consortium of Independent Schools, which standardizes deadlines and a common decision day. 3. Provide Documents. With the application, provide a recent photograph of the applicant; the applicant's final reports from the past three years and any reports from the current year; a copy of the applicant's birth certificate or passport; educational assessment(s) or IEP(s), if applicable; and the non-refundable application fee of $250. You will have continued access to the parent portal to update and upload these documents. 4. Have a Personal Interview. Families schedule a personal interview after all required documents are received, excluding reports from the current year that have not yet been released. Formal interview preparation is not encouraged. Applicants for Grades 1-4 are interviewed with their parents; applicants for Grades 5-12 begin with a one-on-one interview before parents are invited to join. Out-of-province applicants may have a virtual interview, and in-person interviews may include a tour with a student ambassador. 5. Complete the Entrance Assessments (Grades 1-6). Applicants complete an assessment that covers grade-level literacy and numeracy expectations plus a small group activity; no additional preparation is required. 6. Complete the Entrance Assessments (Grades 7-12). Grades 7-12 applicants complete an entrance assessment; out-of-province applicants will be required to write the SSAT or ISEE; no additional preparation is required. 7. Receive Your Offer. Regular fall and winter applicants are notified of decisions in late February on the Toronto Consortium date; spring and summer applicants are notified within a few weeks of completing the Admissions process. The Toronto Consortium of Independent Schools includes multiple member schools and shares a common deadline and decision day to support families.

Scholarships
Renewable Financial Assistance is available for students in Grades 7 to 12, and St. Clement's uses Apple Financial and their Financial Aid for Canadian Students (FACS) program to assess family needs. Merit Scholarships are offered as a limited number of entrance scholarships for new students entering Grades 7 and 9 who demonstrate excellence and leadership in academics and co-curricular activities.
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