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Go to child profileLeaders in Learning, Holy Trinity School (HTS) is a co-ed, JK-Gr. 12, independent day school. Our safe, structured, supportive environment develops character and values such as respect, integrity, leadership, and confidence. We are rooted in academic excellence and are committed to innovative practices that prepare life-long learners to thrive in an ever-changing world. This is complemented by sports, music, drama, art and co-curricular programs that provide a well-rounded experience for all students.
What learning looks like now: We designed a plan that errs on the side of safety. In the design of our plan, we took significant steps to reduce the risk of transmission across the school, as we implemented the recommendations suggested by health and education officials. We continually assess our program and our protocols throughout the year, in light of any updates from the Ministry of Education and public health officials. HTS created a plan that offers the greatest flexibility for families, as these times are stressful and the uncertainty can be challenging to navigate. Additionally, we made significant investments in personnel, infrastructure, programs and resources to ensure that our students continue to be safe and fully supported as members of our wonderful community. The journey ahead brings everyone some normalcy in the midst of this pandemic, while also acknowledging the anxiety and fears we are all experiencing given that so much is still unknown. We made the decision to take a staggered approach to introduce programs and extracurricular activities, throughout the year when it is safest to do so. HTS is committed to: - An exceptional full-day learning program five days a week - Students having support for their academic, social-emotional and spiritual well-being - Students being in community with their friends and teachers, and having meaningful interactions and experiences every day both in person and/or virtually.
Curriculum delivery for 2020/21:
Grades | Living Arrangement | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | JK - Gr. 12 | Hybrid/blended | Full-time |
What Holy Trinity School says: This school year, we are offering a HTS Hybrid Learning Model which provides flexibility to our students to engage in their learning both face-to-face and online. In this K-12 model, courses are delivered by the teacher to students who are both online and face-to-face at the same time. Face-to-face classes are streamed through Google Meet and OWL Labs 360 cameras to allow students working remotely to fully interact with their teacher and classmates. The goal of our HTS Hybrid Learning Model is to make both the online and face-to-face experiences equally exceptional. One is not better than the other, as they both provide opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our learners.
View recent COVID-19 updates from HTSSince it was founded in 1981, Holy Trinity School has sought to promote the values—respect for self and others, strength of character, encouragement, and insight—that are expressed by the Anglican tradition. Families are drawn to the student-centred instruction, the community feel, the dedication to academic development and innovation, as well as the school’s proximity to green space. The program is designed to reward curiosity, and to develop well-rounded learners who are adept and engaged in a broad range of literacies. The ideal student is one who will thrive within an academically challenging environment, as well as one that is intellectually, culturally, and philosophically diverse.
Focus | Religious-based |
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Academic | Christian (Anglican) |
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DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
Subject | offered |
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
Subject | offered |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
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Acting | |
Dance | |
Drama/Theatre | |
Graphic Design | |
Music | |
Visual Arts |
Expressive | |
Disciplined |
Subject | offered |
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Computer science | |
Robotics | |
Web design |
Flexible pacing style | offered |
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Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
Differentiated assessment |
HTS offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.
Subject Type | offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Subject Type | offered |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
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Program | offered |
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Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
Curriculum delivery: Enrichment (The main focus is on enrichment. This means that while students may work at a marginally quicker pace than public school peers, the primary aim is to study subject in broader and deeper ways.)
Program | offered |
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Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
In grade Gr. 12, HTS students perform an average of >2 hours of homework per night.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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HTS | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 90 mins | 90 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins | 160 mins | 160 mins |
Site Average | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins | 30 mins | 35 mins | 41 mins | 53 mins | 57 mins | 69 mins | 81 mins | 98 mins | 107 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | K to Gr. 12 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | JK to Gr. 12 |
Academic achievement reporting | JK to Gr. 12 |
Habits and behaviour reporting | JK to Gr. 12 |
Parent-teacher meetings | JK to Gr. 12 |
Competitive sports: 16
Recreational sports: N/A
Holy Trinity School offers 21 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
Day | $30,075 |
Grade range that need-based aid is offered: | SK to 12 |
Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid | 2% |
Average aid package size | $5,000 |
Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid | 2% |
Total aid available | $0 |
This school works with Apple Financial Inc. for processing financial applications
HTS is pleased to provide bursary assistance to eligible families that have been enrolled at the school for at least one full year. Bursaries are intended to be for short-term assistance and are available for up to 50% of tuition costs. Apple Financial Services will complete a financial assessment and provide a recommendation to the HTS Financial Aid Committee for consideration.
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | JK to Gr. 12 | Coed | Day | 788 |
Total enrolment | 788 |
Average class size | 18 to 24 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 5% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 15 |
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Day Enrollment | 16 | 16 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 44 | 44 | 66 | 66 | 66 | 90 | 90 | 100 | 90 |
Class Size | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | JK - 12 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | ||
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
N/A
Application fee: N/A
Registration fee: N/A
Deposit:
N/A
Applications are welcome at any time. It is recommended that parents apply in the fall before the entry year. Please contact the Admissions Office when you are ready to begin the process.
Initial offers of acceptance will be sent out during the month of January. Applications will continue to be accepted throughout the year.
This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.
Student Entry Points
This shows approximately how many openings there are likely to be in each grade in a typical year, as well as the estimated acceptance rate for each grade level.
Student Type | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 10 - 18 (50%) | 0 - 4 (50%) | 14 - 18 (50%) | 0 - 4 (10%) | 0 - 2 (10%) | 8 - 12 (60%) | 0 - 3 (10%) | 15 - 20 (40%) | 5 - 10 (10%) | 0 - 5 (10%) | 20 - 30 (40%) | 0 - 5 (10%) | 0 - 5 (5%) | 0 - 5 (5%) |
Average graduating class size | 100 |
Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation | 100% |
Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada | N/A |
Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK) | N/A |
Holy Trinity School Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:
This information is not currently available.Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:
Career planning | N/A |
Internships | N/A |
Mentorship Program | N/A |
University counseling |
What HTS says:
HTS is an exceptional community; a vibrant, caring home to students from JK to Grade 12, whose talents are developed by committed and caring teachers using innovative and creative approaches to learning.
Our outstanding academic program enables students to thrive and thoroughly prepares them for success at university and beyond. This is complemented by extensive sports, music, drama and art programs that provide a rich and well-rounded school experience for students of every age. What truly sets HTS apart is our focus on character and values – respect, integrity, leadership and confidence – to help our young people develop exceptional capabilities and a strong moral compass.
Life at HTS is multi-dimensional and no website or prospectus can fully capture the spirit of this wonderful school. The only way to get a genuine feel for what we believe in and what we do is to visit and meet the people who are the beating heart of the school – our students. Happy and confident, and characterized by their open and welcoming manner, our students will offer sincere words of welcome when they greet you. They are proud of their school.
Please take the next step and contact our Admissions Office to arrange a tour of the school. I know you will be struck by the happy, purposeful, and friendly atmosphere. HTS is no ordinary school and I am confident you will like what you see.
I look forward to meeting you.
Helen Pereira-Raso
Head of School
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