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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

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    Address

    Address

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

    130 Racco Parkway, Thornhill, Ontario, L4J 8X9, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    1901

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    Enrolment

    470

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    Grades

    1 to 12

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    Gender

    Girls

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    Living arrangements

    Day

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    Language of instruction

    English

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    Faith Based

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    School focus

    Academic

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    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."

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    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

    Liberal Arts

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    Curriculum pace

    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.

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    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”.

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    Avg. Class Size

    16

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    Special needs support

    N/A

    Gifted learner support

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    Preschool/K curriculum

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    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    $34,500

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    Boarding Tuition

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    Financial aid (FA)

    Yes

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    Students on FA

    6%

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    Eligible grades for FA

    7 to 12

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    Median FA package size

    $0

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    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    39

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    Percent in boarding

    0%

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    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    50%

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    Day entry years

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

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    Boarding entry years

    N/A

    Day admissions deadline

    Dec 01, 2021

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    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

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    Interview required?

    Yes: grades 1 - 12

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    SSAT required

    No

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  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

    "It's different here at SCS. There's something special going on, a kind of energy filled with curiosity and courage. It's the way our students approach things, from learning to discovery to play. It's the way we teach - the ability to think deeply, critically, creatively, and become more self-aware. Come in. Talk to us. See it. Feel it for yourself. Visit scs.on.ca/open-house for our upcoming Open House dates."

    • Girls' school, founded in 1901
    • Enriched and balanced academics at all grade levels
    • Unrivaled Advanced Placement course offerings
    • 100% university acceptance
    • Extensive athletic, arts, and co-curricular programs
    • Global and experiential learning opportunities
    • Integrated leadership program
    • Scholarships and financial aid

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

    "Our approach to learning sets us apart, featuring innovative programming and a more intentional approach to teaching, sets us apart. We are evolving and redefining what it means to really learn and thrive in a world where the only certainty is change. We don’t just want our students to thrive, we want them prepared to be bold – to see disruption as opportunity and possibility, to seize change with agility and imagination, to tackle the complex world of tomorrow with confidence and character."

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

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

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

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

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

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

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

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

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

    "Our small school community enables us to stand behind our belief that each student is unique, and should be known and valued as such. Students become truly known and valued members of our close-knit community. Your child will be challenged while being encouraged to be herself. She will be supported and known, and will grow in ways you have yet to imagine. After working hard, cheering, laughing, participating, and feeling supported along the way, she'll be ready to tackle whatever happens next."

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

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

    "The benefits of being a small school community, with all 460 students learning in one building, comes with many significant benefits. Grade 12s model confidence for Grade 1s, by virtue of being together every day in the same building. Grade 6 Reading Buddies partner with primary students to develop reading skills. Grades 7 to 12 students collaborate together on co-curricular clubs and teams. Middle and Senior School Prefects model leadership skills to Junior School students."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

    "SCS may be a small school, but in no way does that limit our offering. The courses available align with our approach to learning and often feature collaborations between disciplines and areas of study. We offer a huge variety of co-curricular activities.
    There is also a new Experiential Education Framework in place; experiential learning at SCS immerses students in authentic and dynamic experiences, which encourage students to be curious, creative, and to use problem-solving skills."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    ST. CLEMENT'S SCHOOL

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