LEADING THE WAY IN GIRLS' EDUCATION
WELCOME TO BRANKSOME HALL
We are Toronto's leading independent International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for girls. Our curriculum is globally focused. Our faculty, international. And our technology and facilities, state-of-the-art. We believe that intellectual curiosity and advanced problem-solving are key to thriving in a complex, changing world.
WHY BRANKSOME HALLSTART YOUR JOURNEY
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Discover Our IB Program
Every Branksome Hall student from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 benefits from the IB curriculum. Cultivating curiosity, creative and critical thinking, and facilitating regular assessments and feedback, the IB offers unparalleled university preparation.
Pathways for Grades 11 & 12
Based on their post-secondary goals, students will choose to enter one of two Diploma program options. We believe choice offers agency and control, and a personalized course selection plays to each student’s unique strengths and assets.
Our IB Advantage
Primary Years Programme JK–Gr. 6
The Primary Years Programme is designed to nurture a lifelong love of learning. Students are challenged to think critically, research deeply and develop globally minded perspectives on a broad range of issues.
Middle Years Programme Gr. 7–10
The Middle Years Programme focuses on the development of the whole girl. Students use inquiry to discover content and knowledge, as well as to explore real-world applications, create new meaning and solve problems.
Diploma or IB Select Gr. 11–12
An emphasis on international-mindedness and intercultural understanding, providing context for young women to lead in a complex, interdisciplinary, globally connected adult world.
Branksome BY THE NUMBERS
1903 Branksome established
16–22 Average class size
$1.5 M Available in financial assistance
249+ Employees (26 per cent have been at Branksome for over 10 years)
910 Total enrolment, including 54 Boarding students
13 Countries represented by Boarding students
80+ Clubs, Athletic teams and community engagement opportunities
$6 M+ In scholarships awarded to 2025 grads
BREAKING GROUND ON OUR iCAST FACILITY
Innovation in Action
We are building the Branksome of tomorrow for our community of creative innovators. The Karen L. Jurjevich Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST), currently under construction, will extend into the school community and beyond, offering a space where arts and innovation are integrated, and ideas are realized.
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MAKE WAY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
Meet the Branksome Hall students and alums learning the skills to change the world.
MEET
JAIME
She leads on the water and in the community. Duke is just the beginning.
Meet Alum
MEET TITOLUWA
She built a home away from home, and a voice that reaches far beyond it.
Meet Student
MEET
ELPIDA
She built two apps by Grade 6. Her next big idea is already loading.
Meet Student
Faith
Fluent in debate. Bound for biomedical discovery.
Meet Alum
MEET
JAIME
She leads on the water and in the community. Duke is just the beginning.
Meet Alum
MEET TITOLUWA
She built a home away from home, and a voice that reaches far beyond it.
Meet Student
MEET
ELPIDA
She built two apps by Grade 6. Her next big idea is already loading.
Meet Student
Faith
Fluent in debate. Bound for biomedical discovery.
Meet AlumHeadlines from Campus
Beyond the Boards: Hockey Legend Eric Lindros on PrincipalED
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What does it take to stay three moves ahead when the world is watching? In the state-of-the-art setting of Branksome Hall’s Athletics and Wellness Centre, Grace sits down with NHL Hall of Famer—and Branksome parent—Eric Lindros.
Undefeated & Unstoppable: Branksome Wins Historic OFSAA Volleyball Gold
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The Senior D1 Volleyball team at Branksome Hall has capped off an extraordinary season, finishing undefeated and claiming the provincial title at the OFSAA Girls AA Volleyball Championship on March 11.
Branksome Camps Get a Fresh Look for Summer 2026
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Branksome Camps is welcoming Summer 2026 with an exciting refresh, including a newly redesigned website, updated brand identity and expanded programming for campers.
Get to Know Two of Branksome’s Incredible Coaches
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Meet the coaches behind Branksome's U12 Badminton and Junior Badminton Teams: Mr. Lester and Ms. Raj. Find out how long they’ve been coaching, their favourite part about coaching and what they hope BH students take away from participating in athletics.
WAC 2026: Power in Perspective
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On February 25, 2026, students, teachers and staff from secondary schools gathered for the 43rd annual World Affairs Conference (WAC), organized by Branksome Hall and Upper Canada College.
The Heart Behind the Hype: Inside Spirit Week 2026
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From January 19–23, Branksome Hall was filled with music, colour and contagious energy as students in Grades 7 to 12 took part in the school’s annual Spirit Week competition. But behind every high-energy performance and charitable donation were weeks of lunchtime meetings, late-night choreography sessions, inboxes full of logistics and student leaders rallying their grades.
Branksome Hall Embarks on Future-Focused Strategic Planning Journey
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Branksome Hall has launched its new Strategic Planning Process—a year-long journey dedicated to honouring the school’s unique heritage while boldly imagining the next chapter of its story.
From Branksome Hall to Global Impact: Yujia Zhu’s Interdisciplinary Path
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Branksome Hall alum Yujia Zhu shares how her school experience shaped her path from IB student to global social entrepreneur and systems-level changemaker.
If You Can't Hear the Cellos: Branksome's Arts Team on PrincipalED
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Host Grace McCallum sits down with Arts Instructional Leader Angela David, Music Coordinator Adam Despinic and Visual Arts Coordinator Janeen Gilbert to discuss why the ‘A’ in STEAM is the essential ingredient for 21st-century innovation.
Slalom to the Spotlight: Grade 12 Student Lisa Brunga Heads to the Olympics
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Branksome Hall Grade 12 student Lisa Brunga is in Italy for the opportunity of a lifetime as she gets set to compete in the Olympic Games, representing Albania in Alpine Skiing.
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At Branksome Camps, our Leadership Pathway isn’t just about having fun; it’s about building the confidence and skills to lead with purpose. From discovering personal strengths to mentoring younger campers, we have a program for every stage of the journey.
Choose Your Path:
🟢 Leadership Essentials and Development L.E.A.D (Finishing Grade 7): The essentials! In one week, campers will focus on teamwork, communication and self-discovery through high-energy challenges and workshops.
🟢 Leader-In-Training L.I.T (Finishing Grade 8): Step up! In this two-week program, campers will engage in hands-on activities to help strengthen lifelong leadership skills and earn up to 10 Community Involvement Hours.
🟢 Counsellor-In-Training C.I.T (Finishing Grade 9): The ultimate experience! Our three-week application-based program is where you’ll co-lead camp activities and earn up to 30 Community Involvement Hours.
Why join the pathway?
Skill Building: Master problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Community: Form lasting bonds with a motivated peer group.
Future-Ready: Develop a portfolio for future employment and school applications.
Ready to unlock your leadership potential? Spaces in these specialized programs fill up fast!
🔗 Register now at the link in our bio!
#BranksomeCamps #LeadershipPathway #SummerLeadership #TorontoCamps #LeadTheWay
Grace sits down with NHL Hall of Famer Eric Lindros for the latest episode of the PrincipalED podcast. 🏒
Known for his legendary physical dominance on the ice, Eric today is a prominent advocate for concussion awareness and athlete safety. In this episode, he speaks to the value of the "soft skills" that are often the hardest to master: handling public criticism, navigating failure and leading a franchise as the youngest captain in Flyers history.
A proud BH parent, Eric is wearing our brand-new quarter-zip—pick up yours in The Shop today!
Listen to the full episode on Apple or Spotify or watch on YouTube now at the link in bio.
@88ericlindros
#BranksomeHall #PrincipalED #Podcast #hockey #studentathletes #NHL #EricLindros
Today, Branksome colleagues engaged in a Professional Development Day with a session on Civil Discourse in Action. After an opening learning conversation led by Dr. Yasmin Razack, Head, Community, Inclusion & Belonging, everyone took part in practice sessions within smaller groups, modelling the pillars of expressive freedom, disciplined non-partisanship and intellectual diversity.
The goal of the session was for all employes to build capacity on how to effectively foster understanding across differing viewpoints, ways of knowing and being, while honouring the dignity of all participants engaging in dialogue on challenging issues. It was a fantastic opportunity to practise balancing personal perspective with openness and curiosity toward others.
This event was made possible through the generous support of the Yury and Irina Shmuylovich Fund for Civil Discourse.
#BranksomeHall #ProfessionalDevelopment #CivilDiscourse
An undefeated season. A CISAA championship. And now, OFSAA gold. 🏐
Branksome`s Senior D1 Volleyball team claimed the top spot in Ontario after their big win at the OFSAA Girls AA Volleyball Championship.
We couldn’t be prouder of this incredible group of athletes and their dedication, teamwork and resilience all season long. Congratulations to the team, and thank you to Coach Miller and Coach Michael for their leadership and support!
Read more about their championship run at the link in bio.
📸: Connor Harmon, @capturedbyconnor
#BranksomeAthletics #BranksomePride #GirlsinSport #Volleyball #OFSAA
What`s new at Branksome Camps for summer 2026? ☀️ They have kicked off the season with a refreshed brand and updated webpages, which are now part of the Branksome Hall site to make it easier for families to explore camps, learn about the experience and plan for the summer ahead.
Campers can also look forward to new programs across Arts, STEM, Sports and Swim, an expanded Leadership Pathway for ages 13–15 and the addition of Before Care for added flexibility. Plus, the Camps team has welcomed three new team members!
Check out our news story and learn more at the link in bio.
Branksome’s D1 Senior Volleyball Team are this year’s OFSAA champions! 🎉🏆💚 After going undefeated in CISAA, these remarkable athletes went on to be crowned the best in Ontario. Congratulations, Highlanders!
#BranksomeHall #BranksomePride #Volleyball #GirlsinSport #OFSAA
@branksomehighlanders @branksomeseniorvolleyball
We’re proud to celebrate members of the Branksome Hall community recognized in Post City Magazine’s Top 500 Doctors in Toronto!
Congratulations to current parent Dr. Kaajal Abrol and past parent Dr. Marjorie Dixon, who were featured on the cover of this year’s list. We also extend our congratulations to the other Branksome parents and alums featured in the list, whose dedication and care are helping to shape the health and well-being of our wider community! 💚 Their recognition highlights the incredible impact members of the Branksome community are making across Toronto and beyond. 🩺
#BranksomeHall #Top500Doctors #ThankYouHealthcareWorkers
From skier and swimmer to U12 badminton coach, Mr. Lester brings a lifelong love of sport to the court at Branksome. Drawing on his experiences as a multi-sport athlete, he enjoys helping young players build their skills, confidence and connections with their teammates throughout the season. 🏸
“I hope they take away fun memories of the sport and their team,” he notes, “but I also hope that they feel they have had success in growing their skills as an athlete.”
Tap the link in our bio to read the full interview with Mr. Lester and learn more about the memories, lessons and moments that make coaching at Branksome so rewarding!
#BranksomeHall #ThankYouCoach #Badminton #GirlsinSport
@branksomehighlanders
From South Africa with love! 💚 For the first time since 2019, our Grades 10 and 11 students are in Komani, South Africa, through Branksome Hall’s partnership with the Triangle of Hope, spending time with our partner school, Get Ahead College. Mornings are spent delivering project-based learning to younger students, while afternoons are filled with connection, bonding and learning alongside girls their age.
The second half of the trip brings opportunities to explore South Africa’s culture and history, including a safari excursion. A heartfelt thank you to the staff, faculty and students at @get_ahead_schools for your incredible hospitality, warm welcome and memories that will last a lifetime!
#BranksomeHall #GetAhead #CircleofHope
You`re never fully dressed without a smile! 😄
Grades 3 and 4 students put on an unforgettable show as they performed the musical "Annie KIDS," produced by Explore It! Inc. It was a joyful production filled with inspirational songs, courage and optimism, and we had so much fun watching the cast bring the classic story to life!
Brava! 💚
#BranksomeHall #MusicalTheatre #ExploreIt #AnnieKIDS
