private

The Laurel School

Toronto, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: Nursery – 6
Gender: Coeducational
Boarding: No
Board: Independent
Principal: Mary Kindos
Program type: Site based only
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Application fee: $750.00 one-time fee for all new students.
Enrolment fee: Materials Fee required for Preschool–Grade 6; deposit also required for JK–Grade 6. Amounts not specified.
Interview required: No
SSAT required: No

Admissions process

Applications accepted throughout the year, primarily for September entry; limited mid-year intake depends on space and program fit. · Attend a school tour to discuss the program, facilities, and child's needs; parents then receive an email to apply online. · Submit admission forms and required fees before application processing and spot reservation. · Toddler and Preschool admission is first-come, first-served, subject to availability; a waitlist applies when no spot is available. · JK–Grade 6 applicants attend an assessment to determine program fit. · The school reviews the application, contacts the family to confirm it, and discusses enrollment next steps.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Enriched, hands-on curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, independent problem-solving, real-world skills, and character development. Toddler curriculum covers health and physical development, language and literacy, creative arts, mathematics, social-emotional development, science and engineering, and social studies.

Tuition & financial aid details

All programs: Fees include before care (8:00–9:00 am) and after care (4:00–5:30 pm).
Toddler and Preschool: Fees include catered food from Real Food for Real Kids: two snacks and one lunch daily. Tuition amounts not provided.
Kindergarten (JK & SK) and Grades 1–6: Catered food is optional at an additional cost. Tuition amounts not provided.

Bursaries & scholarships

The Laurel School does not participate in the Canada-Wide Early Learning & Child Care (CWELCC) System.

Course descriptions

Toddler Program

Year-round program for ages 15 months–2.5 years. Includes one-on-one and small-group printing, phonics and numeracy; speech and language development; sensory experiences and art; self-help and life skills; character development and problem-solving; fine and gross motor development; introductory French; mindfulness and kindness; and outdoor nature experiences.

Preschool Program

Year-round program for ages 2.5–4 years.

Junior Kindergarten–Grade 6

School programs run from September to June.

View course information on the school website

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Learning programs

Specializations

One-on-one & Small Group Learning · Speech & Language Development · Character Development & Problem Solving

Languages

English · French (introductory level for Toddler/Preschool; basic level for Kindergarten; full curriculum Grades 1-6) · Spanish (basic level for Kindergarten; full curriculum Grades 1-6)

Learning support

Toddler educators work individually with each child · support classroom transitions · and provide developmentally appropriate activities. One-on-one and small-group learning includes printing · phonics · and numeracy.

Student life

Sports

Physical Education · Swimming Program for JK-Gr. 6

Arts

Toddler creative arts, sensory experiences, and art. · Talent shows for JK–Grade 6.

Facilities

Bright and large classroom environments with child-sized furniture · South Campus for Toddler, Preschool, JK & SK Programs · North Campus for Grades 1-6 Programs

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Soccer: Extracurricular activity offered alongside the preschool program.
Dance: Extracurricular activity offered alongside the preschool program.
Music: Extracurricular activity offered alongside the preschool program.
Art: Extracurricular activity offered alongside the preschool program.
French: French curriculum is included in the preschool program.

Outdoor activities & education

Outdoor nature experiences: Included in the Toddler program.

About the school

The Laurel School offers Toddler through Grade 6 programs with an enriched curriculum combining academic excellence, hands-on discovery, real-world skills, and character development.

Location & school highlights

Location

North Campus (Grades 1–5, expanding to Grade 6): 2 Duncan Mill Road, North York, ON M3B 2V1
South Campus (Toddler, Preschool, JK & SK): 44 Upjohn Road, North York, ON M3B 2W1

What makes the school distinct

Before and after care included in fees for all programs.
Three to five field trips per school year connect classroom learning with real-world experiences.
Daily family communication through the Brightwheel app includes activity photos and videos, meals, developmental updates, and direct teacher messaging.