On this page, we cover private schools in Mississauga, Ontario that offer gifted programs and support. This includes gifted schools and programs in Etobicoke, Erindale, Malton, Meadowvale, Clarkson, Lorne Park, Streetsville, Port Credit, Erin Mills, Hurontario, Sheridan, Erindale, Credit Valley, and Lakeview. We also touch on public schools for gifted children.
For a more complete guide to gifted education, including a discussion of gifted children, programs, and testing, and 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 Preschool 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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$12,600 to $31,065
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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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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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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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$19,000 to $33,000
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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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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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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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Wildwood Academy (est. 2002)
Oakville, Ontario Wildwood Academy is a special needs private school in Oakville. It offers programs from grades 2 to 8, with an average class size of four to ten students. View profile |
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$29,000 to $30,000
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Burlington Christian Academy (est. 1975)
Burlington, Ontario BCA is Burlington’s leading Christian Elementary school, with over 150 students in Grades JK - 8. Featuring small class sizes and Signature Programming in the athletics, performing arts, and experiential learning. View profile |
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$9,375 to $14,525
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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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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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$11,000 to $14,000
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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 Schools (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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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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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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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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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 to $36,900
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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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$21,095 to $21,845
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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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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, 265. View profile |
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$11,547
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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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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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$3,687 to $14,791
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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 10 Blyth Academy campuses in Ontario. View profile |
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$23,586 to $28,152
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Kinder Kids International Academy
Mississauga, Ontario We know that the early years are crucial for building a strong foundation for lifelong learning and well-being. At Kinder Kids children explore a variety of subjects through fun, hands-on activities in small class sizes. View profile |
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$10,500 to $21,600
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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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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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$20,780 to $30,180
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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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Carrey International Education Inc. (est. 2018)
Mississauga, Ontario Carrey Education is one of the top choices for parents as it provides academic programs tailored for individual students. Our goal is to help students build their character and discover new interests through learning. View profile |
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$2,800 to $23,900
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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, as well as advice from top education experts. 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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St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | October 13, 2022 9:00 am | |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | October 20, 2022 1:00 pm | St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School 1080 Linbrook Road Oakville Ontario L5G 3N9 |
Fern Hill School - Burlington | October 22, 2022 10:00 am | Fern Hill School Burlington 801 North Service Rd Burlington Ontario L7P 5B6 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | October 25, 2022 9:00 am | St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School 1080 Linbrook Road Oakville Ontario L5G 3N9 |
St. Jude's Academy | November 26, 2022 10:00 am | ST JUDE'S ACADEMY (OFFICIAL) 2150 Torquay Mews Mississauga Ontario L5N2M6 |
Hamilton District Christian High | November 26, 2022 11:00 am | Hamilton District Christian High 92 Glancaster Road Ancaster ON L9G3K9 |
St. Jude's Academy | February 25, 2023 10:00 am | ST JUDE'S ACADEMY (OFFICIAL) 2150 Torquay Mews Mississauga Ontario L5N2M6 |
St. Jude's Academy | April 22, 2023 10:00 am | ST JUDE'S ACADEMY (OFFICIAL) 2150 Torquay Mews Mississauga Ontario L5N2M6 |
Broadly speaking, the cost of gifted schools in Mississauga 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 Mississauga private schools with gifted programs:
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St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | $21,000 to $31,065 | 9% | ||
Holy Name of Mary College School | $19,315 | 15% | 5 - 12 | $1 |
Meadow Green Academy | $15,990 | |||
Mississauga Christian Academy | $12,540 to $17,850 | JK - 8 | ||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | $20,170 to $29,300 | 7 | $28,000 | |
Hamilton District Christian High | $18,125 | 10% | 9 - 12 | $5,000 |
Burlington Christian Academy | $13,850 | 25% | JK - 8 | $3,920 |
King's Christian Collegiate | $17,100 | 15% | 9 - 12 | |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | $17,900 | 3 - 12 | $2,000 |
Legend:
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Carrey International Education Inc. |
| Founding date | Endowment | Admissions rate | Enrollment | Enrollment per grade | |
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Lynn-Rose Schools | 1997 | 85% | 600 | 40 | |
Clanmore Montessori School | 1997 | $0 | 100% | 185 | 15 |
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | 1891 | 74% | 550 | ||
St. Jude's Academy | 2006 | 40% | 560 | 37 | |
Kinder Kids International Academy | 100% | 141 | 35 | ||
Northstar Montessori Private School | 1996 | 99% | 300 | 23 | |
GlenOak Academy | 2017 | 75% | 45 | 5 | |
Peel Montessori School | 1992 | 95% | 150 | ||
Holy Name of Mary College School | 2008 | 90% | 200 | 25 | |
Meadow Green Academy | 1995 | 100% | 125 | 11 | |
Mississauga Christian Academy | 1977 | 100% | 168 | 17 | |
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | 1962 | 100% | 200 | ||
Brampton Christian School | 1977 | 80% | 655 | ||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | 1979 | 95% | 700 | 78 | |
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | 1982 | 90% | 275 | ||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | 95% | 0 | |||
Star Academy | 1997 | 70 | 6 | ||
Guiding Light Academy | 2007 | 90% | 100 | ||
Wildwood Academy | 2002 | 100% | 60 | ||
Sherwood Heights School | 1989 | 100% | 500 | 33 | |
Hamilton District Christian High | 1956 | 97% | 510 | 128 | |
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | 1984 | 100% | 65 | ||
Burlington Christian Academy | 1975 | 100% | 150 | 15 | |
King's Christian Collegiate | 2001 | 70% | 710 | 178 | |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | 1994 | 100% | 95 | 10 | |
Fern Hill School - Burlington | 1982 | 80% | 195 | 18 | |
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | 1979 | $0 | 100% | 400 | |
Prince Edward Montessori School | 1995 | 100% | 100 | ||
Ashwood Glen | 2019 | 260 | 22 | ||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | 1982 | 400 | 36 | ||
Dearcroft Montessori School | 1968 | 100% | 170 | ||
Dewey Institute | 2016 | 90% | 790 | 66 | |
USCA Academy | 2010 | 200 | 17 | ||
Newton’s Grove School | 1977 | 100% | 500 | 33 | |
Carrey International Education Inc. | 2018 | 98% | 300 | 21 |
Primary curriculum | Secondary curriculum | Curriculum pace | Academic culture | Average class size | Language immersion | Special needs support | Tech integration |
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Lynn-Rose Schools | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Rigorous | 16 to 18 | No support | Heavy 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 | |||
St. Jude's Academy | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Kinder Kids International Academy | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 16 | No support | Light integration | |||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Heavy integration | |||
GlenOak Academy | Progressive | Student-paced | Supportive | 6 to 12 | Withdrawal Assistance | Heavy integration | ||
Peel Montessori School | Progressive | Montessori | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | |||
Holy Name of Mary College School | Progressive | Accelerated | Rigorous | No support | Heavy integration | |||
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 10 to 12 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | |
Mississauga Christian Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 to 20 | Partial Integration | Medium integration | ||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Liberal Arts | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Rigorous | 12 to 22 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | |
Brampton Christian School | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | |||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | ||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | Resource Assistance | Heavy integration | |||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Liberal Arts | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 8 to 16 | Indirect Support | Heavy integration | ||
Star Academy | Liberal Arts | Student-paced | Supportive | 10 to 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Guiding Light Academy | Traditional | Montessori | Accelerated | Rigorous | 5 to 16 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Wildwood Academy | Traditional | Student-paced | Supportive | 4 to 10 | Special needs school | Medium integration | ||
Sherwood Heights School | Traditional | Accelerated | Rigorous | 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Hamilton District Christian High | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 to 22 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | ||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 9 to 12 | No support | |||
Burlington Christian Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 12 to 20 | No support | Medium integration | ||
King's Christian Collegiate | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 21 | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | ||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 10 to 14 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 16 to 19 | No support | Light integration | ||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Progressive | Montessori | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 18 | No support | Light integration | |
Prince Edward Montessori School | Montessori | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 16 | No support | |||
Ashwood Glen | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 10 to 16 | Indirect Support | Medium 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 | ||
Dewey Institute | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Supportive | Full-time Dedicated Class | Medium integration | |||
USCA Academy | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 5 to 10 | No support | |||
Newton’s Grove School | Traditional | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 14 to 18 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Carrey International Education Inc. | Traditional | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Rigorous | 1 to 6 | Indirect Support | Light integration |
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Carrey International Education Inc. |
| Admission deadline | SSAT required | Interview required | Acceptance rate | Next open house | |
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Lynn-Rose Schools | Day: rolling | 4 - 12 | 85% | ||
Clanmore Montessori School | Day: rolling | Nursery/Toddler - 8 | 100% | ||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | Day: Oct 31, 2021 | Preschool - 12 | 74% | Oct 13, 2022 | |
St. Jude's Academy | Day: rolling | 1 - 12 | 40% | Nov 26, 2022 | |
Kinder Kids International Academy | Day: rolling | JK - SK | 100% | ||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 99% | ||
GlenOak Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 75% | ||
Peel Montessori School | Day: rolling | 95% | |||
Holy Name of Mary College School | Day: Nov 30, 2020 | 5 - 12 | 90% | ||
Meadow Green Academy | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | 100% | ||
Mississauga Christian Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 100% | ||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Day: rolling | 6 - 12 | 6 - 12 | 100% | |
Brampton Christian School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 80% | ||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | JK - 8 | 95% | |||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | 90% | ||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Day: rolling | 6 - 12 | 95% | ||
Star Academy | Day: rolling | ||||
Guiding Light Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 90% | ||
Wildwood Academy | Day: rolling | 2 - 8 | 100% | ||
Sherwood Heights School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 100% | ||
Hamilton District Christian High | Day: rolling Homestay: rolling | 97% | Nov 26, 2022 | ||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 100% | ||
Burlington Christian Academy | Day: rolling | JK - 8 | 100% | ||
King's Christian Collegiate | Day: rolling | 9 - 12 | 70% | ||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Day: rolling Homestay: rolling | 3 - 12 | 100% | ||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | 80% | Oct 22, 2022 | |
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Day: rolling | 100% | |||
Prince Edward Montessori School | Day: rolling | 100% | |||
Ashwood Glen | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | |||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | Day: rolling | Preschool - 8 | |||
Dearcroft Montessori School | Day: rolling | 1 - 8 | 100% | ||
Dewey Institute | Day: rolling Boarding: rolling | 90% | |||
USCA Academy | Day: rolling | ||||
Newton’s Grove School | Day: rolling | JK - 12 | 100% | ||
Carrey International Education Inc. | Day: rolling | SK - 5 | 98% |
Nursery/Toddler | Preschool | JK | SK | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Lynn-Rose Schools | 95% | 90% | 85% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 85% | 90% | 85% | 85% | 84% | 85% | 85% | 85% | ||
Clanmore Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | |||||||||||||||||
St. Jude's Academy | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 25% | 40% | 40% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | ||
Kinder Kids International Academy | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | |||||
GlenOak Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | |||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | |||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School | |||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | |||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | |||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | |||||||||||||||||
Star Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||||||
Wildwood Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||
Hamilton District Christian High | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | |||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | ||||||
Burlington Christian Academy | |||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | 70% | 50% | 40% | 30% | |||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | |||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | 90% | 80% | 80% | 70% | |||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | |||||||||||||||||
Prince Edward Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | |||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | |||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | |||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | 90% | 90% | 90% | 90% | |||||||||||||
USCA Academy | |||||||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | |||||||||||||||||
Carrey International Education Inc. | 100% | 100% | 98% | 98% |
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% |
| Math | Science | Literature | Humanities Social Sciences | Foreign Languages | Fine Arts | |
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Lynn-Rose Schools | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | 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 | |||
St. Jude's Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Kinder Kids International Academy | Traditional Math | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Creative | ||
Northstar Montessori Private School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
GlenOak Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Social Justice | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Peel Montessori School | Traditional Math | |||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | Discovery Math | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Creative |
Meadow Green Academy | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Mississauga Christian Academy | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Audio-Lingual | Creative |
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Brampton Christian School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Pragmatism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Blyth Academy Mississauga | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Creative |
Star Academy | Equal Balance | Inquiry | Equal Balance | Perennialism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Guiding Light Academy | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Wildwood Academy | Equal Balance | Expository | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | We don't offer Foreign Languages | Equal Balance |
Sherwood Heights School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Hamilton District Christian High | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||
Burlington Christian Academy | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Perennialism | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
King's Christian Collegiate | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Creative |
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Equal Balance | Communicative | Creative |
Fern Hill School - Burlington | Traditional Math | Equal Balance | Traditional | Perennialism | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | |
Prince Edward Montessori School | ||||||
Ashwood Glen | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | 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 |
Dewey Institute | Equal Balance | Expository | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance |
USCA Academy | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Audio-Lingual | Equal Balance | ||
Newton’s Grove School | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Communicative | Equal Balance |
Carrey International Education Inc. | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | Equal Balance | We don't offer Fine Arts |
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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Peel Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Star Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wildwood Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hamilton District Christian High | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Burlington Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | ||||||||||||||||||||
USCA Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Carrey International Education Inc. |
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St. Jude's Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Northstar Montessori Private School | ||||||||||||||||||||
GlenOak Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Peel Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Holy Name of Mary College School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Meadow Green Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Mississauga Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
TFS - Canada's International School (West Campus) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Brampton Christian School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oakville Christian School (OCS) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Blyth Academy Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Star Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Guiding Light Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wildwood Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sherwood Heights School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Hamilton District Christian High | ||||||||||||||||||||
Oxford Learning Academy (Private School) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Burlington Christian Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's Christian Collegiate | ||||||||||||||||||||
King's College School for Bright and Gifted Children | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Burlington | ||||||||||||||||||||
Rotherglen School - Mississauga | ||||||||||||||||||||
Ashwood Glen | ||||||||||||||||||||
Fern Hill School - Oakville | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dearcroft Montessori School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dewey Institute | ||||||||||||||||||||
USCA Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Newton’s Grove School | ||||||||||||||||||||
Carrey International Education Inc. |
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, such as language immersion programs, the International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement courses (for older students), special needs schools, 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 Mississauga 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.
