Why join for free?
Already have an account? Log In
Canada, Toronto
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
The York School is a day school. There are no boarding facilities or homestay arrangements.
All students wear a uniform. The Junior School and the Middle/Senior School have different uniforms, with separate summer and winter versions. An athletic uniform is required for PE and athletics; York Spirit Wear is included in the uniform.
Lunch is provided in the Junior School by Aramark and included in tuition. In the Middle/Senior School, a cafeteria offers full meals and grab-and-go options by Aramark; dietary needs are accommodated. Students may bring nut-free lunches; Grade 9-12 students may leave for lunch, and Middle School students have Lunch Out privileges.
The house system comprises four houses: Earth, Air, Fire, and Water.
The York School is a not-for-profit corporation led by a Board of Directors comprising 18 members. The Board is supported by committees (Governance, Finance, Risk, Premises, and Advancement) and operates under CAIS governance standards.
The York School is an independent, co-educational day school in midtown Toronto serving ages 4 to 18 across campuses on Yonge Street. It delivers full International Baccalaureate continuum from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, including PYP, MYP, DP and a Personalized Pathway Program. The Diploma is earned in Senior School with the OS Diploma, enabling IB and OS requirements. The curriculum includes Core French from JK to Grade 9, Mandarin as an elective from Grade 7, and Language B options in IB for French, Mandarin and Spanish. The Middle School offers nine core subjects with electives. The York School is the first English-speaking school to offer the complete IB program. Facilities across campuses include classrooms, labs, theatres, libraries, STEAM spaces and athletic facilities; renovations in 2025–2026 will expand learning spaces and dining. Co-curriculars include DECA, Model UN and VEX Robotics, with an arts program and service learning.
