On this page we cover private schools in Burlington-Hamilton, Ontario that offer gifted programs and support. This includes gifted schools and programs in Hamilton, Burlington, Ancaster, Dundas, Crown Point East and West, Gibson, Roseland, and Millcroft.
For a more complete guide to gifted education, including a discussion of private vs. public options, start with our introductory guide.
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Private schools are not obligated to support gifted learners with special programs. Many private schools don't—even ones with strong academic reputations. The schools listed on this page, however, do. We organize the schools into groups: dedicated gifted schools, schools with dedicated gifted classes, and schools offering in-class gifted support. Then, in the fourth group, we identify schools that don't offer formal gifted support but have accelerated curricula for all their students.
These are self-contained gifted schools, where 100% of the students are gifted. Teachers and staff can focus on tailoring the environment to gifted students, without compromise.
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St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (est. 1891)
Oakville, Ontario Oakville's SMLS continues to be a premier independent school for girls Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 since 1891. "Millie" graduates take on the world with confidence and the knowledge that they can do anything. View profile |
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$25,180 to $32,310
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Peel Montessori School (est. 1992)
Mississauga, Ontario Peel Montessori School and our Carrington College division students are encouraged to be engaged, inquisitive learners who think for themselves, display character strength, and learn to succeed on their own merits. View profile |
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$8,500 to $18,500
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Dearcroft Montessori School (est. 1968)
Oakville, Ontario Offering Montessori programs from Toddler to Grade 8, Dearcroft is accredited by CCMA and staffed by dedicated teachers. View profile |
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$9,900 to $23,900
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Dewey Institute (est. 2016)
Bracebridge, Ontario Dewey’s educational goals follow the philosophies of John Dewey, preparing students through “student-centred learning" and "learning by doing", while emphasizing the cultivation of the "three New Liberal Arts". View profile |
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$6,400 to $28,000
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King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children (est. 1994)
Caledon, Ontario The King's College experience develops in students responsibility, accountability, and ownership of their own learning and a passion for making a difference. Students can attend in person or synchronously online. View profile |
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$19,500 to $22,000
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Guiding Light Academy (est. 2007)
Mississauga, Ontario Guiding Light Academy is a Catholic private elementary school in Streetsville, Mississauga. We offer an enriched curriculum for JK, SK and Grades 1 to 8. We are located just minutes away from the Streetsville Go Station. View profile |
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$11,000
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Sherwood Heights School (est. 1989)
Mississauga, Ontario Sherwood Heights School offers Enriched Academic Programmes from Kindergarten to Grade 12, in Mississauga. The Programmes are Enriched and Comprehensive, delivered with Extra Attention and Care. View profile |
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$12,870 to $16,150
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These schools have a separate, dedicated class (or classes) where 100% of the students are gifted. These gifted classes can be either full-time or part-time, and exist in parallel to regular, non-gifted classes.
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Hillfield Strathallan College (est. 1901)
Hamilton, Ontario Established in 1901, Hillfield Strathallan College is one of Canada’s leading co-educational independent schools, offering academic programs from Montessori Toddler and Pre-K to Grade 12, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. View profile |
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$19,349 to $32,052
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USCA Academy (est. 2010)
Mississauga, Ontario USCA Academy is a leading Canadian international School and private schoo for local and international students The School offers Elementary School Program(Grade1-8), Ontario Secondary School Diploma Program(Grade 9-12). View profile |
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$12,000 to $14,000
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Fern Hill School - Burlington (est. 1982)
Burlington, Ontario Fern Hill School provides an enriched, engaging & academic program for Preschool to Grade 8. We offer a structured approach that focuses on developing intellectual curiosity, creativity & confidence. View profile |
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$23,735 to $25,655
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Ashwood Glen (est. 2019)
Burlington, Ontario Ashwood Glen offers a Montessori program for children aged 18months - 6 yrs. The Grades 1 - 8 Learning Program applies the IB framework to extend the learning outcomes of the Ontario curriculum. View profile |
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$14,000 to $20,000
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Star Academy (est. 1997)
Mississauga, Ontario The close-knit community at Star delivers on Learn to Love to Learn™ with project-based, cross-curricular and experiential learning. Our Five Pillars of Child Development guide learning experiences for students in K-8. View profile |
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$15,800 to $18,800
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These schools offer support for gifted students within the regular classroom. Gifted students stay with regular learners, while receiving special, individualized programming.
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Lynn-Rose School (est. 1997)
Mississauga, Ontario Lynn-Rose's philosophy is to create an environment that is challenging and rewarding; focusing on social, intellectual and emotional aspects of the students development through the International Baccalaureate program. View profile |
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$17,700 to $22,000
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GlenOak Academy (est. 2017)
Mississauga, Ontario GlenOak Academy offers an educational experience as EXTRAORDINARY as your child! Our innovative, engaging approach to teaching and learning focuses on positive relationships, character development and academic success. View profile |
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$19,500
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Laureate College (est. 2012)
Burlington, Ontario Our belief is “Forward Learning. Transforming People”. We focus on developing 21st century learning skills through collaborative discussions and inquiry-based thinking to prepare students with global competencies. View profile |
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$9,600 to $44,800
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Northstar Montessori Private School (est. 1996)
Mississauga, Ontario Northstar Montessori offers an accredited Montessori curriculum from Toddler age to Grade 8. Our goal is to develop strong character and contributing citizens who understand that their involvement makes a difference. View profile |
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$10,500 to $16,350
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St. Jude's Academy (est. 2006)
Mississauga, Ontario We are different! As a leading IB World School and university preparatory school with a focus on student life, SJA students are inspired to confidently make their mark in the world. View profile |
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$10,095 to $14,395
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Clanmore Montessori School (est. 1997)
Oakville, Ontario Clanmore is one of the few schools offering authentic Montessori programming from Toddler - Middle School. Our culture is warm and inviting and our philosophy empowers us to support each child as a unique individual. View profile |
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$10,000 to $20,000
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Hamilton District Christian High (est. 1956)
Ancaster, Ontario HDCH, founded in 1956, is imaginative, innovative & interwoven with our essential Biblical identity. Our programs are designed to challenge a wide range of learners. We welcome local and international students! View profile |
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$18,125
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Newton’s Grove School (est. 1977)
Mississauga, Ontario Our safe and supportive community challenges and inspires the minds, hearts, and voices of our students enabling them to define and achieve their own version of success and make positive differences in our world. View profile |
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$20,450 to $22,400
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Mississauga, Ontario At Blyth Academy Mississauga, we know each of our students and through our individualized approach, we can meet their needs and make school a great place to be. We're one of eight Blyth Academy campuses in Ontario. View profile |
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$20,325 to $24,785
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Rotherglen School - Mississauga (est. 1979)
Mississauga, Ontario Rotherglen School - MISSISSAUGA is a montessori school that offers programs from JK to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students. View profile |
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$14,000 to $19,000
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Oakville Christian School (OCS) (est. 1982)
Oakville, Ontario Oakville Christian School is committed to instilling confidence in young lives during their formative years, and cultivating in its students solid Christian character traits and values. View profile |
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$15,370
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Mississauga Christian Academy (est. 1977)
Mississauga, Ontario We are proud to offer families Private elementary school education where God and His Word are central to the curriculum. Our faculty of qualified teachers is committed to loving and teaching each child. View profile |
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$14,602 to $18,760
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Fern Hill School - Oakville (est. 1982)
Oakville, Ontario Fern Hill School is a private school for Preschool through Grade 8 providing enriched learning that is delivered by passionate teachers. Our school is regarded as one of the pre-eminent elementary schools in Canada. View profile |
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$23,735 to $25,655
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Holy Name of Mary College School (est. 2008)
Mississauga, Ontario We strive to take the best aspects of Catholic teaching & interpret it in a modern context for the confident young woman of today. They are imbued with a strong work ethic, sense of purpose & a desire to change the world View profile |
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$23,695 to $24,495
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Columbia International College (est. 1979)
Hamilton, Ontario Columbia International College is Canada’s largest private boarding school, offering Grade 9 to 12 programs. #1 in scholarships awarded by universities. The University of Toronto's official Global Partner School. View profile |
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$3,000 /course
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Rotherglen School - Oakville (est. 1979)
Oakville, Ontario Rotherglen School - OAKVILLE offers programs for students age 4 to grade eight. The average class size is 18 students. View profile |
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$15,700 to $26,000
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King's Christian Collegiate (est. 2001)
Oakville, Ontario King’s Christian Collegiate is an independent Christian high school providing superb instruction in a safe, stimulating academic environment. Caring staff set the tone for a positive, up-beat culture. View profile |
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$17,600
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Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) (est. 1984)
Milton, Ontario At Oxford Learning Academy, our teachers will use the proven scientific approach of Cognitive Development to teach our students new ways of thinking and understanding what they are learning and how they are learning. View profile |
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$12,000 to $13,895
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Brampton Christian School (est. 1977)
Caledon, Ontario Brampton Christian School in Caledon, Ontario, offers an academic-based, JK to Grade 12 program, with average class sizes from 18 to 24 students and a one-student tuition cost of $11, 780. View profile |
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$11,780
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These schools offer no formal program for gifted students, but have an accelerated baseline curriculum. This means all students—gifted or not—do the work of older peers at other schools. For highly gifted learners (those in the 99th percentile), this alone is likely not enough to support their needs.
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Prince Edward Montessori School (est. 1995)
Toronto, Ontario Prince Edward Montessori School offers programs for various grades in Toronto. Its average class size is ten to 16 students. View profile |
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$7,325 to $14,934
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TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) (est. 1962)
Mississauga, Ontario TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) offers the Ontario, France and IB programs from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 7 in Mississauga. View profile |
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$12,130 to $30,180
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Meadow Green Academy (est. 1995)
Mississauga, Ontario Meadow Green Academy provides a strong Christian education in a nurturing environment. Strong academics combined with sports, enriched music, visual arts, and dramatic arts programs provide a well-rounded experience View profile |
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$9,300 to $16,490
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Our gifted education guide has advice specific to finding gifted programming. For insights that are more general (on how to evaluate school options), we recommend you review our hub on choosing a school, and check out great expert advice on school-choice. You can also read our guides to questions to ask private schools and questions students get asked at school interviews.
Private school expos are a great starting point for finding a school. We have annual private school expos in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary, and Halton-peel. These expos allow you to speak with many private schools, some of which have gifted programs—all in one place. Find a gifted school near you.
Word-of-mouth is another powerful tool in your school-finding arsenal. The Our Kids parent discussion forum allows you to discuss your options and debate topics about gifted education. You can use our community of parents, educational experts, alumni, and school officials to help answer your questions and stimulate your thinking.
Attending open houses is a great way to learn more about a school and get a feel for the environment. For some general advice on open house visits, go here. For questions to ask that are specific to gifted programs, check out our main gifted education guide.
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Hillfield Strathallan College | April 13, 2023 5:30 pm | 299 Fennell Avenue West Hamilton Ontario L9C 1G2 |
Holy Name of Mary College School | April 15, 2023 10:00 am | 2241 Mississauga Road Mississauga ON L5H 2K8 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | April 18, 2023 9:00 am | St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School 1080 Linbrook Road Oakville Ontario L6J 2L1 |
St. Jude's Academy | April 22, 2023 10:00 am | ST JUDE'S ACADEMY (OFFICIAL) 2150 Torquay Mews Mississauga Ontario L5N2M6 |
GlenOak Academy | April 29, 2023 10:00 am | GlenOak Academy 1516 Clarkson Road North Mississauga ON L5J2W9 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | May 04, 2023 1:00 pm | St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School 1080 Linbrook Road Oakville Ontario L6J 2L1 |
Hillfield Strathallan College | May 04, 2023 5:30 pm | 299 Fennell Avenue West Hamilton Ontario L9C 1G2 |
Brampton Christian School | May 04, 2023 6:30 pm | Brampton Christian School 12480 Hutchinson Farm Lane Caledon ON L7C 2B6 |
Broadly speaking, the cost of gifted schools in Burlington and Hamilton reflects private school tuition in general. Private schools can range from $5,000 to over $30,000 per year for day students.
There are quite a few affordable private schools for gifted kids. Inexpensive schools can often provide an excellent education by focusing on the classroom basics. You don't need to spend a fortune on bells and whistles: the key is getting your child individualized support. Having said that, the pricier schools will tend to provide a wider breadth of in-class and extracurricular opportunities. They will also tend to be larger and more established. Nonetheless, for most schools, the largest operating expense is usually teacher salaries.
Many schools offer financial aid (also known as "bursaries", "tuition relief", or "tuition assistance") and scholarships. Financial aid is needs-based, while scholarships are given for some measure of merit (whether it be academic, athletic, or something else). You can read more about financial aid and scholarships in our dedicated guide. Generally speaking, the larger and more expensive private schools provide the most aid. Even comfortable middle-class families can be eligible to receive aid, so don't be afraid to ask a school about it—whatever your financial situation.
Below you'll find the range of costs at Burlington and Hamilton private schools with gifted programming:
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Laureate College | $15,800 to $23,800 | 9 - 12 | ||
Hillfield Strathallan College | $19,349 to $32,052 | 10% | JK - 12 | $4,500 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | $25,180 to $32,310 | 9% | ||
Hamilton District Christian High | $18,125 | 10% | 9 - 12 | $5,000 |
Blyth Academy Mississauga | $20,325 to $24,785 | 4% | 9 - 12 | $6,500 |
Mississauga Christian Academy | $14,602 to $18,760 | JK - 8 | ||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | $20,780 to $30,180 | 7 | $28,000 | |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | $19,500 to $22,000 | 10% | 2 - 12 | $2,000 |
Holy Name of Mary College School | $23,695 to $24,495 | 15% | 5 - 12 | $1 |
King's Christian Collegiate | $17,100 | 15% | 9 - 12 | |
Meadow Green Academy | $15,990 |
Legend:
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Dewey Institute | |||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | |||||||||||
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| Founding date | Endowment | Admissions rate | Enrollment | Enrollment per grade | |
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Lynn-Rose School | 1997 | 85% | 600 | 40 | |
GlenOak Academy | 2017 | 75% | 55 | 4 | |
Laureate College | 2012 | 92 | |||
Northstar Montessori Private School | 1996 | 99% | 300 | 23 | |
Hillfield Strathallan College | 1901 | 1305 | 82 | ||
St. Jude's Academy | 2006 | 40% | 560 | 37 | |
Clanmore Montessori School | 1997 | $0 | 100% | 185 | 15 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | 1891 | 74% | 550 | ||
Peel Montessori School | 1992 | 95% | 150 | ||
Hamilton District Christian High | 1956 | 97% | 510 | 128 | |
Newton’s Grove School | 1977 | 100% | 500 | 33 | |
Blyth Academy Mississauga | 95% | 100 | |||
USCA Academy | 2010 | 200 | 17 | ||
Prince Edward Montessori School | 1995 | 100% | 100 | ||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | 1979 | $0 | 100% | 400 | |
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | 1982 | 90% | 300 | ||
Mississauga Christian Academy | 1977 | 100% | 168 | 17 | |
Fern Hill School - Burlington | 1982 | 80% | 195 | 18 | |
Fern Hill School - Oakville | 1982 | 400 | 36 | ||
Dearcroft Montessori School | 1968 | 100% | 170 | ||
Ashwood Glen | 2019 | 260 | 22 | ||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | 1962 | 100% | 200 | ||
Dewey Institute | 2016 | 90% | 790 | 66 | |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | 1994 | 90% | 74 | 7 | |
Holy Name of Mary College School | 2008 | 90% | 200 | 25 | |
Guiding Light Academy | 2007 | 90% | 100 | ||
Star Academy | 1997 | 70 | 6 | ||
Sherwood Heights School | 1989 | 100% | 500 | 33 | |
Columbia International College | 1979 | 86% | 1700 | 425 | |
Rotherglen School - Oakville | 1979 | 95% | 700 | 78 | |
King's Christian Collegiate | 2001 | 70% | 710 | 178 | |
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | 1984 | 100% | 65 | ||
Meadow Green Academy | 1995 | 100% | 125 | 11 | |
Brampton Christian School | 1977 | 80% | 670 | 48 |
Primary curriculum | Secondary curriculum | Curriculum pace | Academic culture | Average class size | Language immersion | Special needs support | Tech integration |
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Lynn-Rose School | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Rigorous | 16 to 18 | No support | Heavy integration | |
GlenOak Academy | Progressive | Student-paced | Supportive | 6 to 12 | Resource Assistance | Heavy integration | ||
Laureate College | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 6 to 12 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Hillfield Strathallan College | Traditional | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 16 to 20 | No support | Heavy integration | |
St. Jude's Academy | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Clanmore Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Light integration | |||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | Progressive | Reggio Emilia | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | No support | |||
Peel Montessori School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | |||
Hamilton District Christian High | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 to 22 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Newton’s Grove School | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 14 to 18 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Liberal Arts | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 8 to 16 | Indirect Support | Heavy integration | ||
USCA Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 5 to 10 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Prince Edward Montessori School | Montessori | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 16 | No support | |||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | Light integration | |
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Mississauga Christian Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 to 20 | Partial Integration | Medium integration | ||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 16 to 19 | No support | Light integration | ||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | Traditional | Accelerated | Rigorous | 18 to 19 | No support | Light integration | ||
Dearcroft Montessori School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | 10 to 20 | No support | Light integration | ||
Ashwood Glen | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 16 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Liberal Arts | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Rigorous | 12 to 22 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | |
Dewey Institute | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | Full-time Dedicated Class | Medium integration | |||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 9 to 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Holy Name of Mary College School | Progressive | Accelerated | Rigorous | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Guiding Light Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 5 to 16 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Star Academy | Liberal Arts | Student-paced | Supportive | 10 to 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Sherwood Heights School | Progressive | Accelerated | Rigorous | 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Columbia International College | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 12 to 22 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | ||
King's Christian Collegiate | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 21 | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 9 to 12 | No support | |||
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 12 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | |
Brampton Christian School | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration |
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Brampton Christian School |
| Admission deadline | SSAT required | Interview required | Acceptance rate | Next open house | |
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Lynn-Rose School | Day: rolling | 4 - 12 | 85% | ||
GlenOak Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 75% | Apr 29, 2023 | |
Laureate College | Day: rolling Boarding: rolling | 9 - 12 | |||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 99% | ||
Hillfield Strathallan College | Day: rolling Homestay: rolling | Nursery/Toddler - 12 | Apr 13, 2023 | ||
St. Jude's Academy | Day: rolling | 1 - 12 | 40% | Apr 22, 2023 | |
Clanmore Montessori School | Day: rolling | Nursery/Toddler - 8 | 100% | ||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | Day: Oct 31, 2021 | Preschool - 12 | 74% | Apr 18, 2023 | |
Peel Montessori School | Day: rolling | 95% | |||
Hamilton District Christian High | Day: rolling Homestay: rolling | 97% | |||
Newton’s Grove School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 100% | ||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Day: rolling | 9 - 12 | 95% | ||
USCA Academy | Day: rolling | ||||
Prince Edward Montessori School | Day: rolling | 100% | |||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Day: rolling | 100% | |||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 90% | ||
Mississauga Christian Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 100% | ||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | 80% | ||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | |||
Dearcroft Montessori School | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 100% | ||
Ashwood Glen | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | |||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Day: rolling | 6 - 12 | 6 - 12 | 100% | |
Dewey Institute | Day: rolling Boarding: rolling | 90% | |||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Day: rolling | 2 - 12 | 90% | ||
Holy Name of Mary College School | Day: Nov 30, 2022 | 5 - 12 | 90% | Apr 15, 2023 | |
Guiding Light Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 90% | ||
Star Academy | Day: rolling | ||||
Sherwood Heights School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 100% | ||
Columbia International College | Day: rolling Boarding: rolling | 86% | |||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | JK - 8 | 95% | |||
King's Christian Collegiate | Day: rolling | 9 - 12 | 70% | ||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 100% | ||
Meadow Green Academy | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | 100% | ||
Brampton Christian School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 80% | May 4, 2023 |
Nursery/Toddler | Preschool | JK | SK | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Lynn-Rose School | 95% | 90% | 85% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 85% | 90% | 85% | 85% | 84% | 85% | 85% | 85% | ||
GlenOak Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | |||||
Hillfield Strathallan College | |||||||||||||||||
St. Jude's Academy | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 40% | 40% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | ||
Clanmore Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | |||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Hamilton District Christian High | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | |||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | |||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | |||||||||||||||||
USCA Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Prince Edward Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | |||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | |||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | 90% | 80% | 80% | 70% | |||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | |||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | |||||||||||||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | |||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | |||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | |||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | |||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||||||
Star Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||
Columbia International College | 100% | 100% | |||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | |||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | 70% | 50% | 40% | 30% | |||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||||||
Meadow Green Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School |
Nursery/Toddler | Preschool | JK | SK | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Dewey Institute | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | |||||||||||
Columbia International College |
| Math | Science | Literature | Humanities Social Sciences | Foreign Languages | Fine Arts | |
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Lynn-Rose School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
GlenOak Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Social Justice | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Laureate College | Traditional Math | Expository | Traditional | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | |
Northstar Montessori Private School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Hillfield Strathallan College | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
St. Jude's Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Clanmore Montessori School | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Creative |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | |||
Peel Montessori School | Traditional Math | |||||
Hamilton District Christian High | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Newton’s Grove School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Creative |
USCA Academy | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Audio-Lingual | Equal Balance | |
Prince Edward Montessori School | ||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | |
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Pragmatism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Mississauga Christian Academy | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Audio-Lingual | Creative |
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Perennialism | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Fern Hill School - Oakville | Traditional Math | Expository | Traditional | Perennialism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Dearcroft Montessori School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Ashwood Glen | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Dewey Institute | Equal Balance | Expository | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Communicative | Creative |
Holy Name of Mary College School | Discovery Math | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Creative |
Guiding Light Academy | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Star Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Perennialism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Sherwood Heights School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Columbia International College | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Creative |
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Brampton Christian School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Student council | School newspaper | Yearbook | Radio club | Photograph club | Art club |
Choir | Band | Dance club | Yoga club | Drama club | Debate club |
Chess club | Math club | Science club | Robotics club | Computer club | Environmental club | Outdoor club | Community service |
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Laureate College | ||||||||||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hillfield Strathallan College | ||||||||||||||||||||
St. Jude's Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Clanmore Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hamilton District Christian High | ||||||||||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
USCA Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | ||||||||||||||||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | ||||||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Star Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Columbia International College | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School |
Badminton | Baseball | Basketball | Cricket | Equestrian | Football | Golf | Gymnastics | Ice Hockey | Lacrosse | Rowing | Rugby | Soccer | Softball | Squash | Swimming | Tennis | Track and Field | Volleyball | Wrestling |
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Laureate College | ||||||||||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hillfield Strathallan College | ||||||||||||||||||||
St. Jude's Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Clanmore Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hamilton District Christian High | ||||||||||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
USCA Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | ||||||||||||||||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | ||||||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Star Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Columbia International College | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School |
Make no mistake: gifted kids have different needs than typical students. These learners are often so advanced in their intellectual abilities that they are outliers in the classroom: a normal curriculum and approach won't be enough. When these students don't receive the custom support they need, they can disengage from school—and even become depressed.
If you know or suspect your child is gifted, you're faced with the following questions:
You can also consider other options, like language immersion programs, special needs schools, the International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement courses (for older students), and Montessori schools.
If you're still grappling with these questions, start with our introductory guide to gifted education. Once you're versed in the fundamentals, revisit this page to explore your specific school options in the Burlington-Hamilton area.
Private schools are not required by law to provide support for gifted children—and many don't. On the other hand, some private schools are able to offer highly individualized programs for gifted learners. The term "buyer beware" definitely applies here: it's up to you to make sure schools are properly set up for gifted learners. The list of private schools on this page (above) is a good place to start your search.
