
The York School
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 32K
CAD 45.1K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
The York School is an independent, co-ed International Baccalaureate World School in midtown Toronto, offering the IB program from Junior Kindergarten (JK) to Grade 12. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, plus the school's own Personalized Pathway program. Its curriculum emphasizes inquiry and experiential learning. The school has two urban campuses: Junior School at 1639 Yonge Street and Middle & Senior School at 1320 Yonge Street.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Higher fees
- Founded
- 1965
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| JK-12 | CAD 45,065≈ USD 32K |
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The York School (this school) | CAD 45,065 (about USD 32K) | CAD 45,065 (about USD 32K) |
| Blyth Academy | CAD 28,000 (about USD 19.9K) | CAD 32,900 (about USD 23.4K) |
| Urban International School | CAD 20,000 (about USD 14.2K) | CAD 20,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Vega Academy | CAD 21,000 (about USD 14.9K) | CAD 21,000 (about USD 14.9K) |
| German International School Toronto | CAD 14,460 (about USD 10.3K) | CAD 20,330 (about USD 14.5K) |
| Branksome Hall | CAD 45,140 (about USD 32.1K) | CAD 49,210 (about USD 35K) |
Source: school website (yorkschool.com) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CAD 300
- Enrolment fee
- CAD 10,000
- Deposit
- CAD 7,500
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Deadline
- 2026-12-01
- Open days
- 2026-10-14, 2026-10-15, 2026-11-03, 2026-11-05, 2027-02-23
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Theatre
- Library
Sports
- Athletics
After-school activities
- Co-Curricular Clubs
- Athletic teams
Upcoming events
- Dec1TueApplication deadlineAll day
Application deadline for 2027-2028 school year
Checked 2026-10-31
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- Feb23TueInfo sessionOnline09:00 GMT-5 (local time)
Virtual Meet the Head and Principals
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Source: Read from the school's website
1320 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M4T 1X2 (Middle & Senior School); Junior School at 1639 Yonge Street
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