Leadership interview with Meagan Enticknap, The Bishop Strachan School
Meagan, the Deputy Head at Bishop Strachan School, shared her perspective on BSS’s dedicated faculty, holistic student support, innovative programs, female leadership focus, strong community relationships, and commitment to tradition, academic excellence, and student growth.
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Highlights from the interview
- I think it’s easy to talk about Bishop Strachan School (BSS) because of the amazing work happening here. We have incredible staff and faculty who are deeply committed to supporting students in achieving their potential and beyond.I think it’s easy to talk about Bishop Strachan School (BSS) because of the amazing work happening here. We have incredible staff and faculty who are deeply committed to supporting students in achieving their potential and beyond.
BSS is the second all-girls’ school I’ve worked at, and experiencing single-gender education firsthand highlighted the many benefits it provides. It deepened my understanding of how to best meet the learning needs of girls and prepare them to thrive beyond school.
Students themselves have been a tremendous source of inspiration. Seeing how their lives are shaped by the work we do at schools and watching alumni go on to make an impact reminds me daily why this work matters.
What I value about BSS is its history and its forward-looking vision... Female leadership has always been central to its mission, and today it remains a defining focus, helping young women develop the skills, confidence, and vision to be transformative leaders in their communities.
Our “circle of care” ensures that students are supported both academically and personally, through university counselling, learning services, well-being counsellors, and a full wellness team.
BSS is one of the only schools in Ontario to offer financial aid beginning in Grade 6. This support goes beyond tuition to ensure students can fully participate in the life of the school, whether through trips, uniforms, or extracurriculars. Broadening access is a cornerstone of our strategic plan.
Our parents are true partners. We encourage them to be engaged in the life of the school, offering flexible opportunities for involvement through volunteerism, the parent association, and grade reps. This collaboration strengthens the student experience for everyone.
At the heart of our community are strong relationships: student to student, student to teacher, faculty to leadership, and family to school. We ground all communication and conflict resolution in openness, fairness, and respect, always keeping the focus on what is best for students.
For parents searching for the right school, I recommend investing time in research, organizing your findings, and visiting in person.
BSS offers an extraordinary combination of tradition, innovation, academic excellence, holistic support, and leadership development. It’s a place where students are encouraged to explore, grow, and discover who they can become.
It’s truly an honour to share the incredible things we are doing at Bishop Strachan School.
