St. Clement's School campus in Toronto, Ontario

St. Clement's School

Toronto, OntarioDay · All-GirlsGrades Nursery – 12Est. 1901
Grades
Nursery – 12
Enrollment
480
Day Tuition
CA$41,900/yr
Class Size
16 students
Medium classes
Acceptance
50%
Moderate
Founded
1901
Campus
38,000 square feet acres
Gender Policy
All-Girls

About St. Clement's School

Our mission is to develop outstanding women who are intellectually curious, courageous, and compassionate.

St. Clement's School is a unique educational environment for girls, emphasizing curiosity and courage. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically and creatively.

Core Values

IntegrityExcellenceCommunityCuriosityCourage

Teaching Philosophy

We don’t just want our girls to thrive at school. We want them to thrive in today’s connected, complicated world. A world that needs women who can question and discern, connect within and across disciplines, speak up and out as they articulate ideas and insights, and push forward in times of complexity and uncertainty. These traits can’t solely be taught in a classroom setting. However, they can be developed at a school – our school – where Grade 12s model confidence for Grade 1s, by virtue of being together every day in the same building; where the learning space isn’t just our own campus, but a network of community spaces and partners expanding far beyond our walls; where the development of leadership skills starts from Grade 1 on up to Grade 12, so that leading – and collaborating – are completely natural. That’s what today’s world requires – and it is why we are unwaveringly dedicated to what we do and how we do it.

What Makes St. Clement's School Special

  • Focus on academic excellence and personal
  • Supportive community encouraging
  • Strong emphasis on critical and creative

Academics

Curriculum

St. Clement's School offers Traditional and AP curriculums, with specializations in Arts, Leadership, and STEM.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Rigorous

Languages of Instruction

English

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

3 programs
Music (instrumental)Music (vocal)Visual arts

Clubs & Activities

35 programs
Ambassadors (Junior and Senior)Anchor Award ProgramArt ClubBecause I Am A Girl ClubBoard Games ClubBook ClubBusiness ClubClassics ClubCoding ClubDebating and Public Speaking ClubDiversity CommitteeDuke of Edinburgh Awards ProgramEcoTeamFashion Design Show (Lumina)Film ClubFrench ClubGay Straight AllianceGlobal Ideas InstituteGuitar ClubHistory ClubHorizons ProgramHouse ProgramJunior Knitting ClubLego RoboticsMath ClubModel United Nations (SOMA)Red Reads (Reading Contest)Round Square CommitteeScience ClubSocial and Political Affairs ClubSTEM ClubStudent CouncilTechnical Production CrewWellness CouncilWriters' Clubs. St. Clement's School

Campus & Facilities

St. Clement's School sits on a 38,000 square feet-acre campus with Gymnasium, Library, Theatre, and Art studio.

Uniform required

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$41,900

per year

Above average for Ontario private schools (~CA$18,000/yr)
Financial Aid
Available
Students Receiving Aid
6%

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
Dec 01, 2021
Acceptance Rate
50%

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Report cards
  • Interview
  • Reference letters
  • Entrance exam
  • Essay

Community & Culture

St. Clement's School cultivates an environment where curiosity and courage define daily life. Students across all grades—from Grade 1 through 12—learn together in the same building, creating a multi-generational community where younger students are inspired by older peers and older students find purpose in mentoring. The school emphasizes individualized learning, with each student known and valued for her unique strengths. Through programs like the Women's Empowerment Club, Nowruz celebrations, and International Women's Day assemblies, the community actively engages with themes of justice, inclusion, and cultural awareness. Experiential learning—including trips to places like Japan—and mid-project peer feedback in classrooms foster a collaborative atmosphere where students learn from one a

Diversity & Inclusion

St. Clement's School demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through dedicated leadership and programming. The school has appointed a Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and established an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council. The school hosts an annual EDI conference and actively celebrates cultural observances like Nowruz and International Women's Day with full-school assemblies. The Women's Empowerment Club leads discussions on intersectionality, bodily autonomy, and rights for all women and girls. The school has also developed internal guidelines for supporting transgender and non-binary students. Additionally, St. Clement's is committed to enrolling exceptional girls from diverse backgrounds regardless of financial circumstances, offering rene

Parent Involvement

Parents engage with St. Clement's through multiple channels and structures. The Parents' Association plays a central role, organizing events like the Jingle Mingle, hosting speakers (such as Dr. Greg Wells on wellness), and coordinating used uniform and textbook sales. Parent volunteers support community celebrations, including Nowruz activities in the East Gym. The school holds Student Progress Conversations with parents and communicates regularly through enews and social media. Parents are invited to school events including galas, alum reunion weekends, and closing ceremonies. The Board of Governors includes parent representation, and parents can serve on standing committees and the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council.

Dress Code

Uniform required

Accreditations & Recognition

CAIS

Contact St. Clement's School

Address

21 St Clements Ave, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Phone

(416) 483-4835

Email

attendance@scs.on.ca

Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Clement's School

St. Clement's School serves students in grades Nursery-12.

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