Havergal College

Toronto

Ontario

Canada

Overview

At Havergal College, each student is supported to make empowering choices and become the architect of her education. An all-girls school (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12) in Toronto, Ontario, Havergal offers a rigorous curriculum designed around the pillars of academics and wellbeing. In collaboration with mentors, teachers and a supportive peer community, our students learn new ways to express themselves with creativity, enthusiasm and self-confidence. A Havergal alumna is connected for life to our network of Old Girls from diverse career portfolios spanning the globe. She graduates with an inquiry mindset, ready to solve problems and meet the demands of a rapidly-changing world. School Highlights: -Innovative curriculum, digital ecosystems and future-ready programming for students. -Student support with a focus on wellness and student agency. -Small class sizes. -Digital Wisdom course for Grades 5 to 8. -Digital Micro-Credentials available (Grades 9 to 12) in AI, Pre-Med, Contemporary Finance and more. -Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered. -Student leadership opportunities at all grade levels. -Opportunities for local and international partnerships and exchanges. -Extensive co-curricular clubs and sports programs. -Award-winning Art, Music and Drama departments. -Athletic teams and co-curricular opportunities for all grades. -Scholarships and bursaries available. -Supportive Boarding School community of students from over 16 countries. -More than 9,500 alumni around the world. -Alum-to-alum networking and mentoring available.

Academics

Summary: Havergal College, one of Canada’s pre-eminent independent schools, empowers girls to develop into dynamic global leaders with inquiring minds, wisdom and self-knowledge. A Havergal girl is encouraged to investigate and explore the world around her while discovering her own unique capabilities. She is not afraid to ask questions and take risks. She balances a variety of opportunities while living her life with compassion and integrity, knowing she possesses the academic and life skills to make a difference.

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Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:

Average Class Size: 18

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers: 100

Number of AP Courses Offered: 6

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 30.0%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Learning Differences Support
Study Skills Assistance
Technology Center

English

Creative Writing
Honors
Literature

History

Classical History
European History
Honors
World History
Canadian History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
French
Latin
Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

Religious Studies

Humanities / Social Sciences

World Issues
Human Geography

Sciences

Biology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Health
Microbiology
Physical Science
Physics
Computer Science

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Digital Media
Graphic Design

Music

Band
Choral Music
Composition
Music History
Music Theory
Orchestra

Performing / Visual Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Drama
Drawing
Film and Video
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Screen-Printing
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Stage Band

Special Programs

Study Abroad
Community Service
Exchange Programs
Leadership
Outdoor Education
Digital Design
Physical Education
Student Council
Entrepreneurship
Robotics

Distinctive or New Programs

Wellbeing programming incorporated to student daily schedules.

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 40

Average Students Per Dorm: 2

Number of Girls Dorms: 40

Number of Boys Dorms: 0

Dorm Amenities

Game Room
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet
Refrigerator

Other Dorm Amenities

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Student Life

Havergal College’s Boarding School provides unique experiences filled with opportunities for you to learn, grow and make friends that last a lifetime. Boarding life at Havergal is full of cultural richness and diversity; you will make international connections with other Boarders, Day girls and Exchange students. Havergal will quickly be your second home, which is warm, supportive and fun! Boarders and their parents will tell you that the friendships and connections students form at Havergal are life-long. They will also highlight the tremendous academic advantages of being able to live and attend school at Havergal. Boarders will be fully engaged in our student body. Boarders and Day students get to know one another during orientation and through their shared school days, and by participating in school events, weekly assemblies, teams, clubs and other school activities.

Facilities

Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Indoor Basketball Court
Indoor Climbing Wall
Indoor Pool
Pool
Technology Center
Volleyball Court
Tennis Courts
Athletic Fields
Rowing Facility
Weight Room

Other Facilities

Clubs & Organizations

Arts & Athletics

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Arts

Acting
Animation
Art History
Ballet
Ceramics
Choreography
Dance
Debate
Design
Drama
Drawing
Film and Video
Graphic Design
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Pottery
Printmaking
Production
Publications
Screen-Printing
Stagecraft
Studio Art
Theater Arts
Theater Design
3-D Art
Modern Dance
Jazz Band
Orchestra
Stage Band

Interscholastic Sports

Alpine Skiing
Alpine Ski Racing
Badminton
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country Running
Field Hockey
Golf
Ice Hockey
Martial Arts
Nordic Skiing
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball

Recreational Sports

Aerobics
Alpine Skiing
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Dance
Field Hockey
Football
Rock Climbing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball

Graduates

Summary: One hundred percent of our graduates continue to the college of their choice.

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

Notable Alumni

Gillian Apps

Class of 2001

Gold medalist 2006 Winter Olympics Canadian Women’s Hockey Team

Sarah Richardson

Class of 1989

Designer and media personality

Pauline Chan

Class of 1983

Anchor for CTV News Toronto

Linda Frum

Class of 1981

Senator and Journalist

Gillian Hawker

Class of 1978

Physician-in-Chief Department of Medicine Women's College Hospital Toronto

Jennifer Tory

Class of 1974

Businesswoman

Carolyn Bennett

Class of 1968

Physician and Canadian Member of Parliament

Jane Carter Urquhart

Class of 1967

Writer and Poet

Margot Kidder

Class of 1966

Actress

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Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

Average Merit Scholarship: 2,000

Current Endowment Amount: $29,100,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: All Girls

Total Boarding: 50

Total Day: 1,000

Total Enrollment: 1,050

Boys: 0

Girls: 1,050

Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

Day Grades Offered: 5-4

School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School

Dress Code: Casual

Applications Accepted: SAO, Gateway to Prep

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $79,905

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $41,520

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: %

Average Awarded: $0

School Finances