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All-boys schools: coed versus single-sex

Comparing boys' schools to coed schools

Experts often say that up to 80% of boys and girls have brains similar enough to respond to the same teaching style. But what about the 20% who don’t? As a parent, you might sense your child doesn’t quite fit the mould. Use the questions below—based on observations from educator Tom Stevens—to explore how your child learns best. Read more


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1. Schools with in-depth reports

These are the leading schools that Our Kids editors have covered most extensively so far, providing detailed insights and thorough analysis of their programs, student life, and more.

St. George's School

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Vancouver, British Columbia
 
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St. George's School, Vancouver, British Columbia

"St. George's School in Vancouver offers university-preparatory program to Canadian and International boarding students from Grade 8 to 12. The School's mission: Building Fine Young Men. One Boy at a Time.

  1. over 60 clubs and 50 sports to choose from
  2. outdoor education program starting in Grade 1
  3. 7 bands and orchestras
  4. computer animation, graphic design, sculpture classes, ceramics classses

—From the school

  • Gr. K to 12 (Boys)
  • Traditional curriculum
  • $37,000 to $105,000
 
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St. George's School 37000 Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boarding Boys

Crescent School

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Toronto, Ontario
Bayview Avenue/Lawrence Avenue East
 
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Meet them at the Expos: Oct 24, Oct 17 Crescent School, Toronto, Ontario

"Crescent School is an independent day school for boys in Grades 1 to 12 in Toronto. Our relational learning environment develops students' character through academics, arts, athletics, business, outreach and robotics.

  1. Emphasis on leadership and character education
  2. Strong alumni community
  3. Generous financial aid
  4. Enhanced service & mentoring opportunities

—From the school

  • Gr. 1 to 12 (Boys)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $46,270
 
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Crescent School 46270 Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boys

Sacred Heart School of Halifax

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Halifax, Nova Scotia
 
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Sacred Heart School of Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia

"With a global network of schools around the world, a rich and proud history, and a strong and unique set of core values, Sacred Heart offers not just an education but an experience that is unparalleled in Nova Scotia.

  1. Rigorous academics in the Senior School, including the Advanced Placement (AP) Program.
  2. A diamond model of education that includes both co-ed and single-gender education.
  3. A robust offering of athletics, arts, debate, and extra-curricular activities at every level.
  4. As part of a network of Sacred Heart schools around the world, we offer global exchange programs.

—From the school

  • Gr. JK to 12 (Boys/Coed/Girls)
  • Traditional curriculum
  • $16,550 to $23,190
 
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Sacred Heart School of Halifax 16550 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Day Day Day Boys Coed Girls

Royal St. George's College

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Toronto, Ontario
Bathurst St/Dupont St
 
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Meet them at the Expo: Oct 24 Royal St. George's College, Toronto, Ontario

"Our vision: Life-long Georgians ready to use their scholarship, compassion, conscience and courage to make a difference. Our mission: To challenge and inspire each boy to become the best version of himself.

  1. 100% university placement
  2. Boy-centric education
  3. Computer Engineering & Entrepreneurship programs
  4. AP Capstone school

—From the school

  • Gr. 3 to 12 (Boys)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $41,760
 
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Royal St. George's College 41760 Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boys

Upper Canada College

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Toronto, Ontario
St Clair Ave W/Avenue Rd
 
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Meet them at the Expo: Oct 24 Upper Canada College, Toronto, Ontario

"At Upper Canada College tradition, excellence and innovation meet. UCC inspires boys to lead lives of leadership, service and impact through transformative learning experiences that develop head, heart and humanity.

  1. High-achieving, all-round students
  2. North America's only all-boys IB World School
  3. 19 different sports and 90+ clubs
  4. 10,000 ft² of design lab space

—From the school

  • Gr. JK to 12 (Boys)
  • Liberal Arts curriculum; International Baccalaureate
  • $44,940 to $89,570
 
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Upper Canada College 44940 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boarding Boys

2. Schools with standard reports

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The Sterling Hall School, Toronto, Ontario
The Sterling Hall School, Toronto, Ontario

Toronto, Ontario
Dufferin Avenue/401 Highway
 
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"The Sterling Hall School understands how boys learn best. Teacher relationships and extensive co-curriculars empower and inspire each boy. Our focus on learning, character and community ensure all boys belong." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 8 (Boys)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $41,850
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The Sterling Hall School 41850 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Boys
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Northmount School, Toronto, Ontario
Northmount School, Toronto, Ontario

Toronto, Ontario
York Mills Road/Don Mills Road
 
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"We value partnership with parents, creating a genuinely warm and friendly community. We raise the academic bar on academic excellence, and expectations of character, helping the boys become the best that they can be." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 8 (Boys)
  • Liberal Arts curriculum
  • $23,900 to $28,700
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Northmount School 23900 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Boys
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St. Michael's College School, Toronto, Ontario
St. Michael's College School, Toronto, Ontario

Toronto, Ontario
Bathurst St./St. Clair West
 
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"Canada’s only independent, Catholic school for boys in Grades 7-12, taught in the Basilian tradition of forming the mind, body, and soul. Since 1852, we have educated students in goodness, discipline, and knowledge." —From the school

  • Gr. 7 to 12 (Boys)
  • Liberal Arts curriculum
  • $25,400
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St. Michael's College School 25400 Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boys
North Point School, Calgary, Alberta
North Point School, Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Alberta
17th Ave SW/Richmond Road SW
 
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"In addition to academics, our focus on mentorship, hands-on learning in and outside the classroom, and character development, will allow our students to thrive academically and personally as they discover who they are." —From the school

  • Gr. K to 12 (Boys/Coed/Girls)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $15,000 to $17,000
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North Point School 15000 Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Day Day Boys Coed Girls
Coquitlam College – Brookmere High School, Surrey / Vancouver, British Columbia
Coquitlam College – Brookmere High School, Surrey / Vancouver, British Columbia

Surrey / Vancouver, British Columbia
Renfrew St/Grandview Hwy
 
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"Small classes, personalized support, and a welcoming international community in Vancouver. Brookmere High School (Grades 10–12), a division of Coquitlam College, is a leading institution for university transfers." —From the school

  • Gr. 10 to 12 (Boys/Girls)
  • Traditional curriculum
  • $45 to $900 /semester
  • Homestay
  • 30 students
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Coquitlam College – Brookmere High School 45 Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Homestay Homestay Boys Girls
Kingsway College, Oshawa, Ontario
Kingsway College, Oshawa, Ontario

Oshawa, Ontario
 
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"Kingsway College is a Christian boarding and day private high school providing opportunities for students to grow spiritually, academically, physically and socially." —From the school

  • Gr. 9 to 12 (Boys/Coed/Girls)
  • Traditional curriculum
  • $12,006 to $19,942
  • Day, Boarding
  • 250 students
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Kingsway College 12006 Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boarding Boarding Boys Coed Girls
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Linbrook School, Oakville, Ontario
Linbrook School, Oakville, Ontario

Oakville, Ontario
 
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"We know boys have different learning styles. Research shows that boys learn differently and socialize in their own distinct ways. We also know through research that boys thrive in an all-boys’ learning environment." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 8 (Boys)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $29,900 to $35,550
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Linbrook School 29900 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Day Boys
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St. Andrew's College, Aurora, Ontario
St. Andrew's College, Aurora, Ontario

Aurora, Ontario
St. John's Sideroad/Yonge Street
 
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"With a tradition dating back to 1899, St. Andrew's remains the single largest all-boys boarding school in Canada. Our 126-acre campus provides our students with an ideal setting for learning and growth." —From the school

  • Gr. 5 to 12 (Boys)
  • Traditional curriculum
  • $46,395 to $88,660
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St. Andrew's College 46395 Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Boarding Boys
Clear Water Academy, Calgary, Alberta
Clear Water Academy, Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Alberta
Crowchild Trail/Flanders Ave. SW
 
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"Clear Water Academy, a traditional private Catholic school in Calgary, offering Jr. Kindergarten–Grade 12. Our University Prep Program has a 100% acceptance rate, forming Christian leaders who will transform society." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 12 (Boys/Coed/Girls)
  • Liberal Arts curriculum; International Baccalaureate Candidate
  • $16,060 to $20,100
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Clear Water Academy 16060 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Day Day Day Boys Coed Girls
St. Clement's Early Learning School, Toronto, Ontario
St. Clement's Early Learning School, Toronto, Ontario

Toronto, Ontario
Duplex Ave/St Clements Ave
 
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"At SCELS we believe giving children an early education will build a solid foundation to prepare them for their next school setting." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 2 (Boys/Coed)
  • Progressive curriculum
  • $12,000 to $25,500
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St. Clement's Early Learning School 12000 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Day Day Boys Coed

Does your child work better collaboratively or like to compete? Girls often thrive in cooperative environments; some boys prefer challenge and rivalry.

Is your child a natural reader, or more drawn to physical activity? Some children find it easier to engage through movement than sitting still with a book.

Does your child learn best by hearing, seeing, or doing? While many children benefit from verbal instruction, others may absorb information better through hands-on experience.

Does your child show affection by cuddling or through play‑fighting? Some researchers note that expressive styles can vary by child, though not always by gender.

Can your child follow multi-step instructions, or do they prefer one step at a time? Some kids excel at multitasking, while others perform better with clear, sequential directions.

Is your child an engaged listener, or do you often need to repeat yourself? Attention spans vary, and adapting instructional style can help keep a child focused.

What are the benefits of single-sex vs coed schools?
 

Common arguments for single sex

Common arguments for coed

Pedagogical arguments
  • Curricula and teaching may be more readily tailored to one gender’s learning tendencies.
  • Single-gender classrooms can avoid distractions related to gender dynamics, letting students focus more on learning.
  • Students are less likely to feel overshadowed by cross-gender comparisons in areas where they might feel weaker.
  • Many claimed gender differences in learning are overstated.
  • For most children, similar teaching methods work well regardless of gender.
  • Coed settings allow students to benefit from exposure to diverse thinking and collaboration.
  • Interacting across genders can foster respect, empathy, and social readiness for adult life.

Developmental arguments
  • Students may feel freer to explore interests without social pressure from the opposite gender.
  • They may develop confidence in areas where stereotypes might otherwise discourage participation.
  • Classmates often form tight bonds, which can support emotional safety and belonging.
  • Students learn essential social skills interacting with both sexes.
  • Coed environments reflect real-world settings—university, work, community life.
  • Exposure to different perspectives and strengths can enrich discussion and learning.
  • Friendships across genders help students grow in confidence and adaptability.

 

Series: Girls Schools

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  • Benefits of an all-girls education
  • Girls schools: Expert advice
  • How single-sex schools let kids flourish
  • Bright girls, big futures at all-girls schools
  • Girls' schools encourage girls to be themselves
  • Testimonials: What it's like at an all-girls school
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