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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

    Distance From

    Map

    Address

    Address

    21 Eddfield Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 2M5, Canada

    70 Morven Drive, West Vancouver, British Columbia, V7S 1B2, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    2003

    1984

    Enrolment

    290

    1256

    Grades

    Preschool to 12

    JK to 12

    Gender

    Coed

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    Day

    Day

    Language of instruction

    English

    English

    Faith Based

    School focus

    Academic

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

    Balanced
    Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
    Intellectual
    The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
    Intellectual
    The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
    Emotional
    The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and confident individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."

    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

    Traditional

    Progressive

    Curriculum pace

    Accelerated
    The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).
    Standard-enriched
    Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.

    Academic culture

    Rigorous
    A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.
    Supportive
    A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

    Avg. Class Size

    12 to 18

    16 to 22

    Special needs support

    Gifted learner support

    Dedicated gifted school

    Preschool/K curriculum

    Academic
    Academic-based preschools and Kindergartens are the most structured of the different types, and have a strong emphasis on math and reading readiness skills. These programs aim to expose children to what early-elementary school is like. While time is still allotted to free play, much of the day is built around explicit lessons guided by the teacher. Classrooms often resemble play-based ones (with different stations set up around the room), but at an Academic program the teacher leads students through the stations directly, and ties these activities to a whole-class lesson or theme.
    Reggio Emilia
    Reggio Emilia programs aim to develop curiosity and problem-solving skills through the liberal use of “projects”, (as opposed to “activities” or “lessons”). Teachers design projects for children around their demonstrated interests. Projects can be geared to an individual student, a small group of students, or the class as a whole. Projects can last from a few days to the whole year. Art is strongly emphasized and is typically incorporated into every project. Teachers actively participate in projects alongside students, rather than sitting back and observing. A high degree of parent involvement is also encouraged, particularly when forming curriculums and project plans (which happens throughout the academic year).
    If you want to learn more about Reggio Emilia education, check out our comprehensive guide.

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    $23,800 to $28,150

    Boarding Tuition

    Financial aid (FA)

    No

    Yes

    Students on FA

    0%

    2%

    Eligible grades for FA

    None

    6 to 12

    Median FA package size

    $0

    $7,500

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    18

    84

    Percent in boarding

    0%

    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    80%

    22%

    Day entry years

    Preschool, JK, SK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    JK, SK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Boarding entry years

    Day admissions deadline

    Rolling

    Dec 01, 2022

    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

    Not available

    Interview required?

    Yes: grades 1 - 12

    Yes: grades 4 - 12

    SSAT required

    No

    Yes: grades 8 - 12

  • OUR PERSPECTIVE

    The Our Kids Review

    The Our Kids Review

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    “The Prestige School is an environment in which it’s cool to be smart and where social currency is gained through academic engagement. The students want to learn, and they know that the other people in the room do, too. …Walking through the hallways, the focus on academic achievement is clear. There are displays of student achievement in academic competitions and scholarship programs.” “Toronto is a notably diverse city, and the school population reflects that. As you might expect, it’s common to hear snippets of different languages spoken in the hallways, though there are other diversities, too, from cultural, to linguistic, to social, to economic.” “The belief that young people are capable of much more than is often expected of them is embedded in the school’s teaching philosophy and rooted in its origins. It’s typical at Prestige for students to work a year ahead.”
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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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    Our Take

    Our Take

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    Prestige sets a high bar for its students, academically as well as socially and ethically. The program is designed and delivered to meet the needs of students functioning at the top of their peer groups. There is a close-knit feel within the student body, and an ongoing attention to the needs and development of each student as he or she progresses through the curriculum. The ideal student is one able to thrive in a challenging yet supportive environment and looking to learn within a peer group that consists of like-minded and similarly abled students.

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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    Two campuses, an AP offering, Round Square and an extensive roster of co-curriculars, Collingwood frankly has it all. It’s the largest day school in the region, and likely the country, and it benefits from its size through unequalled physical and human resources and a broad, varied course offering. That the campus is divided between two properties adds a welcome dimension—while student life is vibrant and busy, the division allows for a personal feel and sense of community in the day-to-day. Through the Four Strands program the school rightly requires students to participate in all areas of student life, including athletics, with recreational as well as competitive options. Perched in beautiful West Vancouver, the bussing system is proprietary, with routes servicing a wide catchment area, including North Shore from Deep Cove and into South Vancouver. In all, if there's a down side, we've yet to find it. The ideal student is one who will thrive in a vibrant, supportive instructional and social environment, and preparing for post-secondary education.

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  • INSIDER PERSPECTIVES

    Written Reviews

    Written Reviews

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "The atmosphere is tight-knit and supportive, with a strong sense of community."
    Yuri Park - Alumnus   (Feb 23, 2024)
    Looking back on my overall experience at Collingwood I am more than grateful. For me, it was life-ch... View full review

    "My experience at Collingwood School was quite amazing!"
    Zach Yakaoma - Alumnus   (Feb 23, 2024)
    My experience at Collingwood School was quite amazing, no lie! I really felt that Collingwood was co... View full review

  • School’s perspective

    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    "Prestige School offers students an accelerated curriculum, close home-school contact and small class sizes. Younger students benefit from advanced Math and Science programs, French lessons from JK, nutritious hot lunches and extensive before- and after-school care. Older students experience individualized learning and 100% university placement. Admission runs all year and ESL classes are available. With a motto of "wisdom, courage, integrity," students are prepared for success in school and in life."

    • Our curriculum exceeds Ontario guidelines as a result of our individualized, accelerated learning.
    • We are ministry inspected and a proud member of the Ontario Federation of Independent Schools.
    • 100% university placement rate.
    • French instruction beginning in junior kindergarten.
    • Dedicated faculty that draw upon best practices.
    • Extensive co-curricular activities and athletic programs.
    • AP courses
    • A semestered, university preparatory curriculum
    • Member of SSAF Sport Organization
    • We provide a hot lunch program.

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "Collingwood is one of Canada's largest JK-Grade 12, university-preparatory day school's, located on two campuses in beautiful West Vancouver. Our students participate fully in the School’s four strands: academics, athletics, arts and service. We are recognized for our robust Advanced Placement program, our university acceptance record, our outdoor Explore program, and our award-winning sports teams and musical groups. We are a member of ISABC, NAIS and we are a CAIS-accredited school."

    • Founded in 1984, our Four Strand education balances: Academics, Arts, Athletics and Service
    • 25 Advanced Placement courses (AP courses are university-level studies)
    • Financial Assistance available for students entering Grades 6-12
    • Extensive Co-Curricular Programs and Clubs including: Dance, Film, Drum Corps, Model UN & Robotics
    • Outdoor Education promotes self-reliance, leadership, environmental awareness, and self-confidence
    • Athletics Programs with one of the largest selections of individual and team sports in BC
    • STEM (robotics, coding, programming, video editing, 3D modelling, filmmaking and animation)
    • Service opportunities provide meaningful connections in our local communities and beyond
    • 100% University Placement with the majority of students receiving multiple university offers
    • Experiential learning fosters student engagement through small class sizes & student-teacher ratios

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    "At Prestige School, we provide an advanced, engaging educational experience with a focus on fostering connectedness and facilitating academic growth. The heart of Prestige School has always been our three core values: wisdom, courage, and integrity. We proudly uphold these values through our individualize learning approach, combining Google Classroom and intensive in-class instruction, and active parent-teacher and teacher-student personal correspondence."

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "Collingwood inspires and supports our students to pursue their passions with an educational experience that provides unique pathways and a personalized approach to learning. Our commitment to learning and teaching excellence from JK- Gr. 12 provides an exceptional academic foundation in literacy and numeracy with enriched knowledge and skills that exceed the BC Curriculum. We also offer an exceptional array of co-curricular programming across Academics, Arts, Athletics and Service."

    Array

    What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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    What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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    What type of student is a good fit for your school?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    "Our greatest strengths include inspiring and motivating students. We actively engage their eager minds by incorporating a variety of manipulatives, enjoyable activities and cooperative learning projects. We also tailor lesson plans to meet their diverse interest and provide alternative assessment methods to allow for optimal evaluation. We engage in daily parent-teacher communication to allow for full immersion in the educational process and boost students’ self-confidence and self-esteem."

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "Families choose Collingwood for its: personalized and inclusive approach to learning which fosters academic excellence and well-being; for the diverse array of co-curriculars offered across the four strands--academics, athletics, arts and service learning; and for the dedicated faculty who value experiential learning, collaboration, character development. The School's EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Commitment strives to ensure every person feels welcomed, understood and valued."

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    How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    "Our experienced teachers create a welcoming, safe, and interactive school environment. Students are encouraged to excel and create lasting friendships. Our numerous shows, such as, the Talent Show, Winter Concert, International Café, and End of Year Concert, allow students to come together as a community to show their talents to parents and the student body. Students develop confidence and pride when performing in our yearly shows."

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "Collingwood is committed to making students feel empowered with their own capabilities and strengths. Not only is the caliber of teaching outstanding--our faculty and staff care deeply about student wellbeing, individual growth and development with a view to the future. The University Guidance Department meets regularly with students in high school to guide individual post-secondary planning. Additionally students are supported by counsellors, specialists, Heads of House and Advisors."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    "Our experienced physical education and dance instructors conducts regular fitness and wellness sessions to aid in strength, flexibility, as well as, choreography. Students have regular art and music lessons to advance in their creative abilities and further their mastery of vocal talents and music theory. Our French program includes daily intensive lessons. Annual mathematics competitions and performances in school wide concerts also further students' potential."

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    "At Collingwood, we care for each student as if they were our own. By providing a diverse array of co-curricular and curricular programming, we are able to support each student as they each pursue their individual passions. With a focus on individualized learning, we partner with our students to achieve their best. We emphasize the importance of community and prioritize our students' wellbeing and growth. We are deeply committed to hiring and retaining the best and brightest faculty and staff."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

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  • SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

    Message from school leadership

    Message from school leadership

    Dear parents,

    The dedication of our staff plays a huge role in the success of our students. Our close-knit community, made possible by small class sizes, ensures that each of our students receives an individualized education. You will never have to wonder how your child is doing; our teachers will tell you because they care.

    Located in the diverse city of Toronto, Prestige School prides itself on a student body that reflects the multicultural city of Toronto. Our school boasts international students from all corners of the world, with some of our students speaking several languages. It is for this reason that Prestige School offers language courses as early as preschool. We want our students to be well equipped to thrive in today’s global economy.

    However, academics are not enough to develop a well-rounded child. That is why we pride ourselves on our community. But what exactly is our school community? Our school community is the taste of every food imaginable during our International Café, the sound of ear-splitting cheers on Sports Day, the sight of our graduates walking proudly across the stage, diplomas in hand. It is the feeling of making a difference.

    Since a picture is worth a thousand words, I urge you to browse our photo gallery. The smiling faces of our students will tell you much more than I am able to in a letter. We invite you to come and see us in action and would be happy to book you an appointment to discuss your own child’s educational needs.

    Happy learning!

    Olga Margold

    As Collingwood’s sixth Head of School, it is my honour and privilege to welcome you as a prospective member of our caring and vibrant learning community.

    As you will see, Collingwood is a very special community with much to offer. Our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives is at the core of everything we do. With innovative technology and our design thinking approach to curriculum, we provide our students with a time-honoured Four Strand approach to education - offering the very best in academics, arts, athletics, and service learning. We work hard to know each child as an individual. We will identify their abilities and understand their nature. We will help them find their passions. Ultimately, our commitment is that we will care for each student as if they were our own child.

    I look forward to meeting you in person and further introducing you to our wonderful community of educators and families.

    Lisa Evans,

    Head of School

  • ACADEMICS

    • OVERALL CURRICULUM


      Primary Curriculum

      Primary Curriculum

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Traditional

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Progressive


      Secondary Curriculum

      Secondary Curriculum

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Information not available

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Information not available


      Our Take: primary curriculum type

      Our Take: primary curriculum type

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Progressive (sometimes called "in- quiry-based") curricula attempt to place children's interests and ideas at the heart of the learning experience. Instead of lessons being driven by predetermined pathways, progressive curricula are often "emergent", with learning activities shaped by students' questions about the world. Instead of starting with academic concepts and then tying it to everyday experience, progressive methods begin with everyday experience and work back to an academic lesson. Teachers provide materials, experiences, tools and resources to help students investigate a topic or issue. Students are encouraged to explore, reflect on their findings, and discuss answers or solutions.


      Our Take: secondary curriculum type

      Our Take: secondary curriculum type

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Not applicable

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Not applicable


      What the school says about their curriculum

      What the school says about their curriculum

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      At Prestige School, we offer an enriched and accelerated curriculum with subjects taught one to two grade levels above the standard curriculum. Our academic program provide students with a great opportunity to experience a multitude of courses and various learning styles and strategies. It challenges each student intellectually, artistically and physically through a rigorous and innovative curriculum and an extensive co-curricular program. Our academic curriculum is academically challenging, with students being taught by teachers who specialize in the content knowledge of each subject. Starting in kindergarten, students have specialists in French, computer science, music, art and drama. Starting in grade 4, students further specialize in science, which includes biology, chemistry and physics.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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    • COURSE PEDAGOGIES

      • Mathematics


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Traditional Math


        Our take: math approach type

        Our take: math approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Traditional Math typically teaches a method or algorithm FIRST, and THEN teaches the applications for the method. Traditional algorithms are emphasized and practiced regularly: repetition and drills are frequently used to ensure foundational mastery in the underlying mathematical procedures. The traditional approach to math views math education as akin to building a logical edifice: each brick depends on the support of the previously laid ones, which represent mastery over a particular procedure or method. Traditional Math begins by giving students a tool, and then challenges students to practice using that tool an applied way, with progressively challenging problems. In this sense Traditional Math aims to establish procedural understanding before conceptual and applied understanding.


        What the school says about their math program

        What the school says about their math program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Prestige School elementary students are taught an advanced curriculum in mathematics. They learn at least a year ahead of publicly funded schools. Younger students learn hands on strategies that will assist them in answering various forms of questions; textbook, worksheets, graphs, surveys, etc. Older students are learning very advanced mathematical strategies and equations. Our high school students are taught by skilled mathematics teachers that ensure students are understanding the concepts in order to receive their credits.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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        Textbooks and supplementary materials

        Textbooks and supplementary materials

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        We use various textbooks for elementary and high school. We also use school generated textbooks.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Calculator policy

        Calculator policy

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Younger students are not permitted to use calculators. They are learning various strategies that teach them to do the calculations on their own. Older students are permitted to use calculators since they are performing advanced mathematical equations.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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      • Writing


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Process approach


        Our take: writing approach type

        Our take: writing approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Programs that balance systematic and process approaches equally likely have an emphasis on giving young students ample opportunities to write, while providing supplementary class-wide instruction in grammar, parts of sentences, and various writing strategies.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        The process approach to teaching beginner writing aims to get students writing “real things” as much as possible and as soon as possible. The goal is to create the right environmental conditions to encourage a love of writing and a motivation to write well. With children invested in the writing process -- through assignments children find meaningful -- students are then given feedback on how they can improve.


        What the school says about their writing program

        What the school says about their writing program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Prestige School ensures that students’ grow into confident writers and researchers who can communicate competently using a range of forms and styles. Students will learn to use these forms and styles to suit specific purposes and audience, while correctly applying the conventions of language –grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation. Students learn and build upon the skills necessary to write using all four forms: expository, descriptive, persuasive and narrative.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

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      • Science


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: science approach type

        Our take: science approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.


        What the school says about their science program

        What the school says about their science program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Our science program (KG- Gr. 8) moves at an accelerated rate covering these 4 strands: life systems, earth and space, structures and mechanisms and matter and energy. Starting in grade 4, students specialize taking separate classes in chemistry, physics and biology.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Topics covered in science curriculum

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Evolution as consensus theory
        Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
        Evolution is not taught

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Evolution as consensus theory
        Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
        Evolution is not taught


        Treatment of evolution (value)

        Treatment of evolution (value)

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Physics

      • Literature


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: literature approach type

        Our take: literature approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.


        What the school says about their literature program

        What the school says about their literature program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Our reading program provides students with opportunities to expand their intellectual horizons and to extend and strengthen their literacy skills. As a creative representation of life and experience, at Prestige School, we see literature as raising important questions about the human condition, now and in the past. Our students are exposed to literary works drawn from many genres, historical periods, and cultures, by both female and male writers, that represent a wide range of perspectives and reflect the diversity of Canada and the world.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Domains covered by the literature program

        Topics covered in literature curriculum

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Ancient lit
        English lit
        World (non-Western) lit
        European (continental) lit
        American lit
        Canadian lit

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Ancient lit
        English lit
        World (non-Western) lit
        European (continental) lit
        American lit
        Canadian lit

      • Social Studies


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Core Knowledge


        Our take: social studies approach type

        Our take: social studies approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Usually focused on teaching history and geography at an early age, the core knowledge approach uses story, drama, reading, and discussion to teach about significant people, places, and events. Breadth of content and knowledge is emphasized. The curriculum is often organized according to the underlying logic of the content: history might be taught sequentially, for example (as students move through the grades).

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        The Thematic approach organizes the curriculum around certain themes or cultural universals. Students might spend time focused on food. Then they might focus on transportation or government, and so on.


        What the school says about their social studies program

        What the school says about their social studies program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Students are exposed to social studies starting from preschool. In primary grades, students learn about the community, Canada, and medieval times. In junior grades, students are exposed to various ancient civilizations and learn how these civilizations have impacted our world today.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Humanities and Social Sciences


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: humanities and social sciences approach type

        Our take: humanities and social sciences approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.


        What the school says about their humanities and social sciences

        What the school says about their humanities and social sciences

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        In Grades 7 and 8, students are taught history and geography. In history, students are taught to think critically using primary sources, and are tasked with considering the perspectives of those they learn about. Though the history courses focus primarily on Canadian history, students learn about what was going on in other parts of the world at the same time. In geography, students take part in many inquiry-based tasks, project-based learning, and case studies. The grade 7 course focuses on physical geography, while the grade 8 course is centred around human geography.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Foreign Languages


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: foreign language approach type

        Our take: foreign language approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.


        What the school says about their foreign language programs

        What the school says about their foreign language programs

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Students start French instruction in preschool and kindergarten and is offered every year up until grade 12. Students take French daily starting in grade 1 until grade 9. Students have an option of taking Russian instruction starting in kindergarten. Students have Russian instruction two to three times a week. Russian instruction is also offered as a high school credit.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Language instruction offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Hebrew
        ESL
        Spanish
        Russian
        Latin
        Japanese
        Italian
        Greek
        German
        French
        Chinese-Mandarin
        Chinese-Cantonese

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Hebrew
        ESL
        Spanish
        Russian
        Latin
        Japanese
        Italian
        Greek
        German
        French
        Chinese-Mandarin
        Chinese-Cantonese


        Learning a foreign language is required until

        Treatment of evolution (value)

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Information not available

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Fine Arts


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Equal Balance


        Our take: fine arts approach type

        Our take: fine arts approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Creative arts programs are studio-driven. While historical works and movements may still be taught to add context to the program, students mainly engage in making art (visual, musical, theatrical, etc). The goal is use the actual practice of art to help educate students’ emotions, cognition, and ethos.


        What the school says about their fine arts program

        What the school says about their fine arts program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Prestige School takes pride in their numerous stage shows. Students take part in our Annual Talent Show, Winter Concert, Literacy Celebration, International Café, and the End of Year Concert. Students are exposed to various medias and techniques for visual arts. Dance is offered as a separate class, separate from physical education, once a week. Our music program exposes students to various composers and musicals.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Courses offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Acting
        Dance
        Drama/Theatre
        Graphic Design
        Music
        Visual Arts

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Acting
        Dance
        Drama/Theatre
        Graphic Design
        Music
        Visual Arts

      • Computers and Technolgy


        Approach

        Approach

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Medium integration

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Heavy integration


        Our take: computers and technology approach type

        Our take: computers and technology approach type

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy through the curriculum. However, this is not a dominant focus.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        A major effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy throughout the curriculum and in everything students do. Digital literacy is understood to be a fundamental skill in the 21st century: it therefore follows, the idea goes, that teachers should find ways to connect every lesson back to technology. Effort is made to ensure the use of technology is meaningful and advances students’ skills beyond what they would otherwise be from using computers outside the classroom.


        What the school says about their computers and technology program

        What the school says about their computers and technology program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Students are exposed to computers studies starting in grade 1 until grade 8. Computer studies is also offered as high school credits. Young students learn the very important skill of typing. Once typing is learned, then students are exposed to various computer programs that will be of use throughout their entire life. Older students are exposed to programming.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Courses offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Web design
        Robotics
        Computer science

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        Web design
        Robotics
        Computer science

      • Physical Education


        What the school says about their physical education program

        What the school says about their computers and technology program

        PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

        Our approach aims at helping students develop an understanding of the factors that contribute to healthy development, a sense of personal responsibility for lifelong health, and a respect for their own health in relation to others and the world around them. Our approach focuses on the following three components: active living, movement competence and healthy living. Students actively participate in a wide variety of physical activities while also understanding the responsibility for their safety and safety of others. Student also perform movement skills and learn how to apply movement strategies properly. For the healthy living component, students learn about nutrition and healthy eating.

        COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

        The Physical Education Department provides students with the opportunity to develop appropriate fitness and motor skills, acquire knowledge, and demonstrate a positive attitude in a variety of recreational and team related activities. Students will be encouraged to take risks, challenge themselves, work with others cooperatively, and develop an appreciation of a healthy lifestyle through daily activities. While students are evaluated on participation, attendance and personal fitness, we encourage students to take ownership of their learning by getting involved with the evaluation process.

    • PRESCHOOL/K CURRICULUM


      Approach

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Reggio Emilia


      Our Take

      Our Take

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Academic-based preschools and Kindergartens are the most structured of the different types, and have a strong emphasis on math and reading readiness skills. These programs aim to expose children to what early-elementary school is like. While time is still allotted to free play, much of the day is built around explicit lessons guided by the teacher. Classrooms often resemble play-based ones (with different stations set up around the room), but at an Academic program the teacher leads students through the stations directly, and ties these activities to a whole-class lesson or theme.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Reggio Emilia programs aim to develop curiosity and problem-solving skills through the liberal use of “projects”, (as opposed to “activities” or “lessons”). Teachers design projects for children around their demonstrated interests. Projects can be geared to an individual student, a small group of students, or the class as a whole. Projects can last from a few days to the whole year. Art is strongly emphasized and is typically incorporated into every project. Teachers actively participate in projects alongside students, rather than sitting back and observing. A high degree of parent involvement is also encouraged, particularly when forming curriculums and project plans (which happens throughout the academic year).
      If you want to learn more about Reggio Emilia education, check out our comprehensive guide.


      What the school says

      What the school says

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Prestige School's enriched kindergarten program incorporates learning opportunities in the subject strands of mathematics, language, science, social studies, music, French, physical health and education, dance and the visual arts. Our kindergarten program helps to foster the development of many important social, emotional and academic skills. Our program provides opportunities for teacher-guided and student-guided learning experiences. In addition, we use a lot of hands-on exploration of concepts to support their understanding of the world around them.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Information not available

    • CURRICULUM PACE


      Pace

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Standard-enriched


      Our Take

      Our Take

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.


      What the school says

      What the school says

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Information not available

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Information not available

    • ACADEMIC CULTURE


      Culture


      Our Take

      Our Take

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.


      What the school says

      What the school says

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      At Prestige School, students are held to a high academic standard. Students are exposed to an advanced curriculum and teachers provide the necessary help a student would need to succeed in their academics.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Academic Culture becomes more Rigorous in Grades 5 - 12


      Approach to student honours

      Approach to student honours

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      "We honour and distinguish our brightest students, using them as examples for other students to follow."

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Information not available

    • DEVELOPMENTAL PRIORITIES


      Primary

      Primary

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Balanced
      Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Intellectual
      The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."


      Secondary

      Secondary

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Intellectual
      The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Emotional
      The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and confident individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."


      What the school says

      What the school says

      PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

      Prestige School aims to nurture a well-rounded individual. We educate our students the importance of staying balanced physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

      COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

      Secondary Developmental Priority: Social - Socially aware and active citizens, motivated to change the world (or their community) for the better.

  • EXTRACURRICULARS

    Competitive

    Comp.

    Recreational

    Rec.

    Competitive

    Comp.

    Recreational

    Rec.

    Badminton

    Baseball

    Basketball

    Canoeing/Kayaking

    Cricket

    Cross-country skiing

    Cycling

    Downhill skiing

    Equestrian

    Fencing

    Field Hockey

    Figure Skating

    Football

    Golf

    Gymnastics

    Ice Hockey

    Ice Skating

    Lacrosse

    Martial Arts

    Mountain biking

    Racquet Ball

    Rowing

    Rugby

    Running

    Sailing

    Skateboarding

    Snowboarding

    Soccer

    Softball

    Squash

    Swimming

    Tennis

    Track & Field

    Volleyball

    Weightlifting

    Wrestling

    Archery

    Curling

    Ultimate


    Clubs Offered

    Clubs offered

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    Ballet and Classical Ballet
    Yoga
    Yearbook
    Student Council
    Scouting
    Science Club
    School newspaper
    Round Square
    Robotics club
    Radio club
    Poetry/Literature club
    Photography
    Paintball
    Outdoor Education
    Outdoor Club
    Online Magazine
    Musical theatre/Opera
    Math Club
    Jazz Ensemble
    Habitat for Humanity
    Foreign Language Club
    Environmental Club
    Drama Club
    Debate Club
    Dance Club
    Computer Club
    Community Service
    Choir
    Chess Club
    Band
    Audiovisual Club
    Astronomy Club
    Art Club
    Animation

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    Ballet and Classical Ballet
    Yoga
    Yearbook
    Student Council
    Scouting
    Science Club
    School newspaper
    Round Square
    Robotics club
    Radio club
    Poetry/Literature club
    Photography
    Paintball
    Outdoor Education
    Outdoor Club
    Online Magazine
    Musical theatre/Opera
    Math Club
    Jazz Ensemble
    Habitat for Humanity
    Foreign Language Club
    Environmental Club
    Drama Club
    Debate Club
    Dance Club
    Computer Club
    Community Service
    Choir
    Chess Club
    Band
    Audiovisual Club
    Astronomy Club
    Art Club
    Animation


    What the school says

    What the school says

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    • We offer after school extra curricular clubs everyday of the week. Some of the clubs we offer include: tennis, art, computer science, book, Hebrew, soccer, dance, chess, fun science, and french club

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    • Explore is Collingwood’s flagship Outdoor Education program that operates in grades 7-9. Explore is run by educators who specialize in teaching students experientially, and in the outdoors. The underlying learning intentions of the Explore program are to promote positive interpersonal relationships among peers as well as foster the development of important traits such as self-reliance, leadership, environmental awareness, and self-confidence.
    • Grade 10 & 11 students wishing to further develop their leadership skills can apply to the exciting Leadership 11 course. This course is a fun, outside the timetable, four credit course. It is designed for students who wish to motivate others, attain self-awareness in their interactions, and ultimately improve their self-confidence in leadership situations. It involves an overnight retreat to Cheakamus Centre, active seminars, a Passion Project/Choose Your Own Leadership component and either a Tall Ships Expedition or a Sayward Lakes Canoe Trip which are spectacul
  • Financial Aid

    Grades eligible

    Grades eligible

    6 - 12

    Students on aid

    Students on aid

    0%

    2%

    Avg. aid package (annual)

    Avg. aid package (annual)

    $0

    $7,500

  • ADMISSIONS

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    80%

    22%

    Day entry years

    Preschool, JK, SK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    JK, SK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Boarding entry years

    Day admissions deadline

    Rolling

    Dec 01, 2022

    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

    Not available

    Interview required?

    Yes: grades 1 - 12

    Yes: grades 4 - 12

    SSAT required

    No

    Yes: grades 8 - 12

    SSAT(out of province) required

    No

    Yes: grades 8 - 12

    Entrance exams required

    Yes: grades 2 - 12

    Yes: grades JK - 7

    Entrance essay required

    No

    No

    Application fee required

    No

    No

    Type of student school is looking for

    Type of student school is looking for

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    We look for students who possess and can represent our three core values: wisdom, courage and integrity.

    What the school says

    What the school says

    PRESTIGE SCHOOL - TORONTO CAMPUS

    Prestige School offers a unique learning environment designed to meet the child's individual needs and encourage each student to pursue integrity and excellence. We help all perspective students and their parents to become familiar with the school, our programmes, and our educational philosophy.

    Admission Criteria

    1. Academic standing as seen through a candidate’s current report card.
    2. Information gathered during an interview.
    3. Results of the in-house entrance test (applicable only to Grades 2 to 12).

    On receipt of the application form, students applying to our kindergarten programme will be invited for a class visit. Applicants to the kindergarten programme are encouraged to bring a photograph or story book to generate conversation (please no toys), and to assist with verbal skills assessment.  

    COLLINGWOOD SCHOOL

    Please visit our Admissions Page for more information.

  • NOTABLE ALUMNI

    Alumni

    information not available
    information not available

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