Leo Baeck Day School campus in Thornhill, Ontario

Leo Baeck Day School

Thornhill, OntarioDay · Co-edGrades Nursery – 12JewishEst. 1974
Grades
Nursery – 12
Day Tuition
CA$17,850/yr
Founded
1974
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Leo Baeck Day School

Leo Baeck, a nurturing and inclusive Reform Jewish day school, provides International Baccalaureate academics, paired with a modern approach to Judaism, honouring tradition and encouraging individual choice. We inspire students to be creative and critical thinkers who understand themselves and their responsibility to the world around them.

Leo Baeck Day School is a progressive Jewish day school in Thornhill, Ontario, offering an International Baccalaureate curriculum. The school fosters critical thinking and creativity while deepening students' Jewish identity in a supportive community.

Core Values

Critical ThinkingCreativityCommunityNurtureTorah

Teaching Philosophy

Our focus is on teaching students how to learn and giving them opportunities to practice strategic, critical thinking and problem solving skills through a curriculum that is connected to the world around them.

Faith Tradition: Jewish

What Makes Leo Baeck Day School Special

  • International Baccalaureate framework
  • Social Action
  • Financial aid & scholarships offered

Academics

Curriculum

Leo Baeck Day School offers IB, Progressive, and Other curriculums, with specializations in International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, Social Action (The Tikkun Project), and and Reform Jewish Values (Leo Baeck Day School).

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Supportive

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

2 programs
Music (vocal)Music (instrumental)

Clubs & Activities

2 programs
Parents' Association committeesShinshinim Program (Leo Baeck Day School)

Campus & Facilities

Leo Baeck Day School features a campus with Classrooms and State-of-the-art facilities.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$17,850

per year

Near average for Ontario private schools (~CA$18,000/yr)
Financial Aid
Available

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
May 30

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Interview
  • Entrance exam
  • Other

Community & Culture

Leo Baeck cultivates a warm, inclusive community where students explore deeply and grapple with meaningful ideas. The school emphasizes joyful Jewish celebration through weekly Kabbalat Shabbat services, holiday assemblies, and choir performances, creating a vibrant spiritual environment. Students engage in the Tikkun Project, which blends critical thinking with social action, and participate in interfaith encounters. The atmosphere balances academic rigor with emotional support, fostered through a dedicated social-emotional wellness framework and a strong emphasis on Derech Eretz—respect for self and others.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leo Baeck has published a comprehensive Statement of Belonging that articulates its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The school welcomes diverse family structures, including single-parent and LGBTQ+ families, students with varying learning needs, and staff from diverse backgrounds. The statement defines inclusion as creating a safe community where differences are valued, diversity as recognizing unique characteristics, and equity as promoting fairness and justice. The school implements this through differentiated learning practices, the Tikkun Project's focus on social justice, and a systemic approach to social-emotional wellness. Leadership explicitly states this is aspirational work guided by Reform Jewish principles of b'tzelem elohim—recognizing that every human is creat

Parent Involvement

Parents engage with Leo Baeck through the Parents' Association, which collects annual dues to support special programs and purchases that enhance the educational experience. The school emphasizes that joining Leo Baeck is about mission and community, not just academics, with the Director of Admission supporting families in understanding this holistic approach. Parents are invited to participate in school tours, admission interviews, and community events. The website mentions a Parent Portal for current families and encourages parent involvement in the admission process, though specific volunteer opportunities and committees are not prominently detailed.

Accreditations & Recognition

CAISMinistry-inspectedIB

Contact Leo Baeck Day School

Address

501 Arlington Ave, Thornhill, Ontario, Canada

Phone

905-709-3636

Email

info@leobaeck.ca

Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leo Baeck Day School

Leo Baeck Day School serves students in grades Nursery-12.

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