The York School
Primary and Secondary EducationOntario, Canada51-200 Employees
The York School is a co-educational independent day school offering a continuous JK to Grade 12 program in Toronto, Ontario, with a history dating back to its 1965 founding. It operates across two campuses, housing the Junior School on Yonge Street and the Middle and Senior Schools at a separate Yonge Street location, providing a unified IB curriculum from Junior Kindergarten through to university entrance. The school holds the distinction of being the first in Canada to be accredited to offer the International Baccalaureate program across the full range of grades it serves, reflecting a commitment to a globally recognized, inquiry-based approach to learning. Its campus structure and program design aim to support a diverse student body through primary and secondary education within a single institution, emphasizing continuity and academic breadth. The York School serves families seeking a rigorous, internationally oriented education in the heart of Toronto, led by Head of School Struan Robertson. Recent recognitions in publications highlight the school’s activities and community impact, including awards related to teaching excellence and inclusion initiatives.