On this page we cover private schools in the area that offer Reggio Emilia programs and support. We also touch on public schools for Reggio Emilia kids.
For a more complete guide to Reggio Emilia education, including a discussion of private vs. public options, start with our introductory guide.
"Hudson encourages students to do one thing above all else: be yourself. Our down-to-earth community celebrates personal strengths, fosters intellectual curiosity, and encourages ambitious personal goals.
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"Bayview Glen is co-ed, multi-denominational and diverse. Our student, faculty and staff community mirror the diversity of Toronto. Our culture is one of balance and openness, and embraces different perspectives.
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"SMLS is a premier independent school for girls Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 since 1891. We give our students the tools to excel in the world—and help shape it.
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"Kingsway College School's (KCS) goal is to provide environments where a student’s wellness is supported as they become lifelong learners who are good people. Spend an hour at KCS to see how we do this every day.
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Winnipeg, Manitoba Langside St./Westminster Ave. "Parents trust us to personalize the educational experience of each girl, to care for each girl, to challenge her to grow, to build a supportive community around her, and, most importantly, to prepare her for the future." —From the school
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Toronto, Ontario Spadina/St Clair Ave W "The Bishop Strachan School is a leading independent JK-Grade 12 day & boarding school for girls. Students build academic skills to thrive at university and beyond. Over $2 million available in financial assistance." —From the school
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Victoria, British Columbia Richmond Rd/McRae Ave "Independent Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 boarding and day school in Victoria, BC, Canada focusing on outstanding preparation for life. Find out how a SMUS education can benefit your family." —From the school
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Richmond Hill, Ontario "Richland Academy is a progressive, innovative Reggio-inspired and International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP Authorized and MYP Candidate School for children from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8." —From the school
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West Vancouver, British Columbia "Collingwood’s personalized and inclusive approach fosters academic excellence and well-being as our students explore opportunities across the four strands--academics, athletics, arts and service learning." —From the school
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Richmond Hill, Ontario Leslie/16th Ave "Morningside/ABA based curriculum and individualized approach targets not only academic success but also emotional, social, vocational and life skills that are the core skills of life-long success of each student." —From the school
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Toronto, Ontario Bloor St W/Jane St "SMS champions neurodiverse students with inclusive, enriched education tailored to their strengths. Since 2011, we’ve fostered an environment where ADHD, anxiety, giftedness, and other LDs are understood and celebrated." —From the school
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Etobicoke, Ontario "Oak Learners inspires meaningful learning every day for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight. Passionate teachers nurture students' natural curiosity about their world through hands-on experiences and the Arts." —From the school
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Etobicoke, Ontario Bloor/Shaver "Kingsley's small classes and personal approach help students reach their unique potential. Each child is seen, heard, and respected. French, music, and phys-ed round out a program which includes plenty of time outdoors." —From the school
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Toronto, Ontario Bayview/Eglinton "CGS represents a strong sense of community where we partner with our families and experienced team of educators to promote a balanced academic-and-values based environment; diversity and inclusion are paramount." —From the school
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Richmond, British Columbia "We emphasize critical thinking, as well as innovation, joy, and curiosity." —From the school
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Newmarket, Ontario Mulock Drive/Bayview Avenue "Pickering College's fully-integrated Global Leadership Program (JK to Grade 12) inspires students to become agents of courageous, ethical and positive change with the confidence, knowledge and skills to shape the future." —From the school
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North Vancouver, British Columbia W 22nd/Phillip "As a Reggio Inspired School in North Vancouver, Sunflower engages daily in rigorous reflective practice - collaboratively designing curriculum and environment around the emerging interests and curiosities of the children" —From the school
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Toronto, Ontario Bayview Ave/Broadway Ave "A daily goal is for our children to arrive at school excited for the day ahead. Aside from our excellent academic programs, we plan many fun events for the children to enjoy throughout the school year." —From the school
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Winnipeg, Manitoba South Dr/North Dr "SJR is the world’s leading school in Debating and Public Speaking. It has produced 18 Rhodes scholars and 3 math olympiads. 98% of SJR graduates are accepted to their first choice university program." —From the school
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Etobicoke, Ontario Lakeshore and/Kipling "Our approach to learning surpasses traditional education outcomes by interweaving subjects for holistic understanding, fostering essential skills for navigating life challenges in social, emotional and academic contexts." —From the school
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Primary curriculum | Secondary curriculum | Curriculum pace | Academic culture | Average class size | Language immersion | Special needs support | Tech integration |
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Hudson College | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 to 22 | No support | Medium integration | |
Bayview Glen | Traditional | Accelerated | Rigorous | 20 to 22 | No support | |||
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School | Progressive | Reggio Emilia | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | No support | |||
Kingsway College School | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 20 to 22 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Balmoral Hall School | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Accelerated | Supportive | 10 to 20 | Resource Assistance | Heavy integration | |
The Bishop Strachan School | Progressive | Reggio Emilia | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 18 to 22 | No support | Heavy integration | |
St. Michaels University School | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | No support | Medium integration | |||
Richland Academy | Progressive | International Baccalaureate | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 15 to 20 | Resource Assistance | Medium integration | |
Collingwood School | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Supportive | 16 to 22 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
AIM Without Limits | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | 5 to 8 | Special needs school | Medium integration | |
Summit Micro School | Progressive | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | 6 to 12 | Withdrawal Assistance | Medium integration | |
Oak Learners | Progressive | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | 6 to 8 | Indirect Support | Medium integration | |
Kingsley Primary School | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | No support | Medium integration | ||
CGS (Children's Garden School) | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Accelerated | Supportive | 8 to 24 | Withdrawal Assistance | Light integration | |
Pythagoras Academy | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Accelerated | 8 to 15 | No support | Medium integration | ||
Pickering College | Progressive | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 18 to 20 | No support | Heavy integration | ||
Sunflower Early Learning Society | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | 5 to 15 | Resource Assistance | |||
Children's Garden Nursery School | Traditional | Reggio Emilia | Student-paced | Supportive | 8 to 10 | Indirect Support | Light integration | |
St. John's-Ravenscourt School | Liberal Arts | Reggio Emilia | Standard-enriched | Rigorous | 18 to 24 | No support | Heavy integration | |
Vincent Massey Academy | Progressive | Student-paced | Supportive | 13 to 15 | No support | Light integration |
