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Go to child profileSunnybrook is an IB co-ed school for students from JK to Grade 6. Positive, nurturing relationships at school give our students the confidence to challenge themselves; SBS teachers create a welcoming classroom experience in which all students can reach their potential. Academic learning at SBS is balanced, holistic and engaging; the PYP is enhanced with Singapore Math, Phys Ed, Music and Library, as well as French classes daily. Our strong arts program fosters creativity and self expression.
What learning looks like now: Sunnybrook School is prepared to teach either through Remote Learning or an Open Campus Model. In either scenario, we will be offering the full IB curriculum with French, Phys. Ed, Music and Library instruction through a variety of methods to maintain academic growth. In the Open Campus Learning Model, all students will be in school full time and will remain in their grade cohorts. We will physical distance between adults and students, have staggered arrival and dismissal times and staggered playground recess times to ensure all children stay in their cohort. The playground will be divided into sections so that the cohorts do not mix. All of the students and staff will be required to wear masks while in the school. We will continue to serve a daily hot lunch daily, which is included in the tuition, with very strict serving protocols. Sunnybrook will be able to provide aftercare from 4:00 - 5:00 pm and all students will remain in their grade cohorts.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | JK - Gr. 6 | In-person | Full-time |
Performances in the SBS Arts Studio highlight student talents.
Our Arts Studio has a fully equipped stage for assemblies and small performances.
The Arts Studio also has a full supply of creative materials for art classes
SBS is located on a residential street in central Toronto
Our playground is loved by all grades!
Our Playground offers a range of activities
Smartboards in every classroom
SBS has a 1:1 iPad program for all grades JK - GR 6
Library class is a special time for sharing and learning about literature
Library class is the inquiry hub of the school.
Our library is a comfortable space, where reading and a love of books is nurtured.
Sunnybrook School was founded in 1952, becoming one of the very first preschools in Canada. It was exotic for the time, both for being a nursery school, as well as being founded by an Austrian educator, Irmingard Hoff. From opening day the school was at the leading edge of education at the time, and it has worked to remain there ever since. Sunnybrook was the first school in the country to adopt the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. It's since dedicated itself to development of 21st century literacies, an international curriculum, and the adoption of Singapore Math. Which sounds like a lot, and it is. The ideal student is one who is operating at the top of her peer group, and who is able to make the most of the range of programming on offer.
here on OurKids.net, is part of our series of in-depth accounts of Canada's leading private schools. Insights were gardnered by visiting the school and interviewing students, parents, faculty, and administrators.
This 50-page review of Sunnybrook School, published as a book and available to read in full,Some private schools offer International Baccalaureate (IB) programming. The "Diploma Programme" is offered to students in the final two years of high school, while the "Primary Years Programme" (ages 3 to 12) and "Middle Years Programme" (ages 11 to 16) serve as preparation for the diploma program.
Program | offered |
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Primary Years | |
Middle Years | |
Diploma program | |
Career-related program |
Focus |
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Academic |
DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses 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 |
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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 |
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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 |
Students remain in a regular classroom for the whole day, and periodically receive break-out support (individually or in small groups) within the classroom from a qualified special education teacher.
Subject Type | offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
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Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)
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. 6, Sunnybrook School students perform an average of 30 mins of homework per night.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
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Sunnybrook School | 0 mins | 0 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins |
Site Average | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins | 29 mins | 34 mins | 40 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 1 to Gr. 6 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | JK to Gr. 6 |
Academic achievement reporting | JK to Gr. 6 |
Parent-teacher meetings | JK to Gr. 6 |
Competitive sports: 6
Recreational sports: 7
Sunnybrook School offers 15 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
Day | $29,750 |
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | JK to Gr. 6 | Coed | Day | 140 |
Total enrolment | 140 |
Average class size | 16 to 20 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | N/A |
Number of different nationalities within student population | N/A |
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
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Day Enrollment | 16 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | JK - 6 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | ||
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: $200
Registration fee: $5,000
Deposit:
$3,750
Choosing a school is a big decision for families, and our goal is to make this comfortable and transparent. A visit to the school begins the process. For application we require the application form, birth certificate, previous year's school reports (if applicable), any other relevant reports and the application fee. Overseas applications are welcome.
The application procedure includes an assessment of each student (we usually meet our applicants in small groups), and an interview with the parents.
The registration fee for Jk students is $3000.
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 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 16 | 2 - 5 | 1 - 5 | 1 - 4 | 1 - 4 | 1 - 2 | 1 - 2 | 1 - 2 |
Sunnybrook invites you to become a part of a very special school. Flexible, dynamic, lively learning to challenge, provoke and engage young minds. At Sunnybrook School we succeed in channeling the energy, enthusiasm and joy of elementary boys and girls into disciplined, thoughtful learning. The small size of our school enables us to know our students and their families, giving greater meaning to the triangle of child, home and school. Our size also enables us to showcase all our students and their work.
With a long, proud history of innovation. We search the world for excellence in elementary education, bringing world class programs to our school. The IB Primary Years Program (IB PYP) enriches and complements our philosophy, giving us an outstanding framework for assessment and curriculum development. Our qualified teachers have extensive IB training; five members of our staff are on the faculty of IB. The IB Program enables us to give our students the world. In our quest for excellence, we have adopted the Singapore Math Program, an enlightened, engaging and effective approach to mathematics learning.
Sunnybrook has remained small because we believe that small schools are good for both students and teachers. Our graduates benefit from the small school environment by becoming confident, self-assured, inquiring young people, ready for the world of a larger middle school. Our faculty is both the heart and the backbone of our dynamic school. The core of a teacherʼs work is to nurture curiosity and inspire learning. Visit our website to learn more; we encourage you to visit our school to see for yourself what Sunnybrook will offer your child. We forward to meeting you.
Does Sunnybrook School have good reviews?
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When is the application deadline for Sunnybrook School?
The application deadline for day students is typically open year-round based on availability. More application details are available here.
What is the acceptance rate at Sunnybrook School?
The overall acceptance rate at Sunnybrook School is 90%. This rate varies depending on the grade. More details about acceptance rates per grade are here.
What is the curriculum pace at Sunnybrook School?
Sunnybrook School has a Standard-enriched approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Accelerated or Student-paced). Learn more about curriculum pace here.
How many students attend Sunnybrook School?
There are 140 students enrolled at Sunnybrook School from JK to Gr. 6. More details about enrollment are available here.
Do students at Sunnybrook School wear uniforms?
Yes
Does Sunnybrook School offer a hot lunch program?
Yes
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