Girls' high schools

Find a list of the top all-girls' high schools in Canada

What are girls' high schools and who are they for?

An all-girls high school is a type of private high school that specifically supports young women typically in Grades 9 to 12, ages 14 to 18. These schools focus on developing and encouraging girls’ individual interests and passions with a mixture of programs and courses available in a variety of areas that serve the unique learning styles of girls.

Benefits of your daughter attending an all-girls private secondary school
Single-sex secondary schools are ideal for teenage girls who wish to explore their interests in a safe atmosphere where they don’t need to feel self-conscious in ways that they may otherwise be around boys.

At this important time in development when young women are prone to moments of feeling awkward or uncertain, students at an all-girls school are surrounded by strong role models and supported by staff and peers as they continue to build confidence and figure out who they are. Read more

List of all-girls' high schools


featured Hawthorn School View Profile Toronto, Ontario York Mills/Leslie NS to 12 Coed/Girls $14,500 to $36,500 Hawthorn School is an all-girls school in Toronto that offers programs from toddler to grade 12. Our unique mentoring program is tailored to each girl to help them reach their full potential. Day/Homestay Liberal Arts	Hawthorn School	14500	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Homestay Coed Girls
featured Havergal College View Profile Toronto, Ontario Lawrence Avenue West/Avenue Road JK to 12 Girls $33,850 to $61,900 Havergal College is an all-girls school in Toronto for students in JK to Grade 12. Preparing Young Women to Make a Difference Since 1894. Boarding/Day Liberal Arts Our Kids Review User Reviews (5)	Havergal College	33850	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
featured Branksome Hall View Profile Toronto, Ontario Bloor Street East/Mount Pleasant Road JK to 12 Girls $33,630 to $66,805 Branksome Hall is Toronto’s only all-girls, all-years International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Boarding/Day Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Branksome Hall	33630	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls
featured St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School View Profile Oakville, Ontario PS to 12 Girls $18,000 to $28,430 Oakville's SMLS continues to be a premier independent school for girls Preschool to Graduating Year since 1891. "Millie" graduates take on the world with confidence and the knowledge that they can do anything. Day Progressive Reggio Emilia	St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School	18000	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
featured The Bishop Strachan School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Spadina/St Clair Ave W JK to 12 Girls $32,860 to $62,250 Located in Toronto, The Bishop Strachan School is Canada's oldest independent JK to Grade 12 day and boarding school for girls, welcoming students from Toronto and around the world. Day/Boarding Progressive Our Kids Review User Reviews (1)	The Bishop Strachan School	32860	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
featured Elmwood School View Profile Ottawa, Ontario Buena Vista Road/Springfield Road PS to 12 Girls $13,960 to $26,960 Elmwood School is Ottawa's pre-eminent school for girls from JK to Grade 12. Our high academic standards, small class sizes and safe, supportive environment ensure that each girl is inspired to reach her full potential. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate Our Kids Review	Elmwood School	13960	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
The Linden School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Yonge/St. Clair JK to 12 Girls $16,800 to $22,600 The Linden School provides a challenging academic program for girls from JK - Grade 12. We create opportunities to discover the joys of learning and foster the development of critical thinking and physical well-being. Day Progressive User Reviews (2)	The Linden School	16800	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
Miss Edgar's & Miss Cramp's School View Profile Westmount, Quebec Mount Pleasant Avenue/Cedar Avenue K to 11 Girls $18,763 to $21,417 Miss Edgar's & Miss Cramp's School is a Tier 1 school for girls in Kindergarten through Grade 11, located in Westmount, Quebec. For every girl who has a mind of her own, we have a school to nurture it. Day Progressive	Miss Edgar's & Miss Cramp's School	18763	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
The Sacred Heart School of Montreal View Profile Montreal, Quebec Atwater/Docteur-Penfield 7 to 12 Girls $16,850 to $55,271 Since 1861, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal, the city’s only all girls English Catholic high school, has been graduating exceptional leaders. We offer grades 7 to 12, day school and boarding. Day/Boarding Traditional	The Sacred Heart School of Montreal	16850	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Boarding Girls
St. Clement's School View Profile Toronto, Ontario Yonge St./Eglinton Ave. 1 to 12 Girls $30,750 St. Clement's School develops outstanding women who are intellectually curious, courageous, and compassionate. Day Liberal Arts	St. Clement's School	30750	Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
Holy Name of Mary College School View Profile Mississauga, Ontario Mississauga Rd/QEW 5 to 12 Girls $17,950 Holy Name of Mary College School in Mississauga, is an independent Catholic school for girls in grades 5-12 offering an enriched university preparatory programme. The average class size is 12 students. Day Progressive Our Kids Review	Holy Name of Mary College School	17950	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
St. Margaret's School View Profile Victoria, British Columbia JK to 12 Girls $14,180 to $65,490 St. Margaret's School (est. 1908) is an independent school in Victoria, BC, offering empowering education for girls from JK to Grade 12. At SMS, girls don't just get equal opportunity; they get every opportunity. Day/Boarding Traditional User Reviews (5)	St. Margaret's School	14180	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
The Study View Profile Westmount, Quebec The Boulevard/Place Breaside K to 11 Girls $19,230 to $21,655 The Study, founded in 1915, is one of Canada's premier all-girls' school. Dedicated teachers offer a warm and stimulating bilingual mother-tongue environment from kindergarten to grade 11. The World Needs Great Women. Day Progressive	The Study	19230	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
London International Academy View Profile London, Ontario Richmond Street/King Street 9 to 12 Coed/Girls/Boys $11,000 to $41,900 A Canadian Private Secondary Co-ed Boarding school, located in downtown London, Ontario. LIA offers academic courses from Grades 9-12 and is authorized to grant the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Day/Boarding Traditional International Baccalaureate	London International Academy	11000	HighSchools Day Boarding Boarding Coed Girls Boys
Crofton House School View Profile Vancouver, British Columbia JK to 12 Girls $22,900 With over 120 years of excellence in all-girls’ education, our rigorous academic program is complemented by strong arts, design technology and athletic programs. Financial assistance is available. Day Progressive	Crofton House School	22900	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Girls
Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie View Profile Montreal, Quebec chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine/Avenue Claude Champagne 7 to 11 Girls $4,950 to $15,400 École secondaire francophone privée pour jeunes filles située à Outremont, Qc. Les frais de scolarité sont de 4 500 $ par année. Elle offre les profils Éducation internationale, Danse-études et Musique-études. Day/Boarding Liberal Arts International Baccalaureate	Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie	4950	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Boarding Girls
Trafalgar Castle School View Profile Whitby, Ontario Garden Street/Hwy. 2 4 to 12 Girls $23,450 to $62,490 Located in Whitby, Trafalgar Castle School is an all-girls day and boarding school inspiring students in Grades 4-12. For nearly 150 years, Trafalgar Castle girls have become women of impact. Boarding/Day Liberal Arts	Trafalgar Castle School	23450	MiddleSchools HighSchools Boarding Day Girls

This type of atmosphere gives girls plenty of opportunities to ask questions and express themselves, empowering and encouraging their passions, and assisting them in meeting their goals at school and as they venture out into the world.

Types of private high schools for girls
Aside from day programs, many private all-girls high schools also offer boarding where girls live in residential facilities, attend extracurricular activities and receive additional support all on campus. Curriculums vary widely by school but many provide a range of humanities and social sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, sports, arts, languages, and social and academic clubs as well as AP or IB programs.

Before and after school tutoring may also be provided along with learning study assistance, career planning services, university counseling and exchange programs among a selection of additional benefits.

Costs of girls' secondary schools
The cost of an all-girls high school will vary depending on a few different factors, including the location and type. Some have tuition fees starting around $5,000 while others vary between $28,000 and $50,000 or higher based on their services, particularly boarding.

However, there are a variety of ways to pay for girls secondary schools, such as scholarships, bursaries and finding financial aid. Learn more about resources that can help you afford this type of school with these 18 tips to pay for private school.

Choosing a high school for your daughter
With so many of school options available for your daughter, it may seem daunting to narrow down a list.

Think about your daughter’s needs first and foremost and get advice from an educational consultant if you feel it will be helpful in determining her individual needs and interests. An advisor can also explain how a certain types of high schools might benefit your child.

Research schools based on those factors that are important to your family and involve your daughter in the process. Check school profiles, visit their websites and attend annual school fairs like the Our Kids Private School Expos, then plan to visit the school for a private tour or during their open houses. Suggest that your daughter join you if possible to get a feel for the atmosphere and consider bringing some questions to ask school officials, current students and even the parents of current students. Develop a shortlist of a few schools your family is interested in from your findings.

Get more information in Choosing a School.

Applying to a girls' high school
Be aware that application deadlines at schools will vary and confirm those dates with the school as well as their application fees. Schools will often ask for copies of printed documents such as transcripts and report cards, among other necessary forms, and your daughter may also be required to take an entrance test or SSAT. Read more about the application process and what you need to know in Applying to Schools.

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