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
Extra! Extra! Grade 5 Launches "The Ribbit Report"
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The Junior School's news landscape changed forever in October 2025 with the premiere of The Ribbit Report, a student-led broadcast produced by the Grade 5 class. The Ribbit Report is shared with Junior School students twice a month and focuses on a variety of local and global initiatives.
From JK to Graduation: A Full-Circle Celebration
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On April 15, 2026, Principal Grace McCallum’s home was filled with Branksome Hall’s ReadAcres graduating year students—those who began their journeys in Junior or Senior Kindergarten—sharing breakfast with the teachers who first welcomed them over a decade ago.
New Students Maia and Hayden on PrincipalED
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In the latest episode of PrincipalED, Grace sits down with two of our newest Junior School students to discuss their first year on campus.
Global Sustainability and Entrepreneur Alum is On a Roll with PlantPaper
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Branksome Hall alum Deeva GREEN'07 shares about her passion for sustainability and how her path after Branksome Hall led to developing an ecologically friendly toilet paper brand PlantPaper.
Scrubbing In: Innovative New Program Empowers Next Generation of Female Medical Leaders
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Twenty-two Branksome Hall students recently traded in their kilts for surgical scrubs at St. Michael’s Hospital as they explored a bold new pipeline for future medical leaders, providing them an unprecedented look at the grit, skill and leadership required to thrive in the operating room and beyond.
Honouring Branksome Hall’s 5th Principal Allison ROACH’51
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It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Allison ROACH’51 on April 18, 2026.
Grade 6 Golfer Audrey Lu Tees Off at Augusta National
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At just 12 years old, Branksome Hall Grade 6 student Audrey Lu has already made her mark on one of golf’s most iconic courses.
Sisterhood Reconnected: Branksome Hall Visits South Africa
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For the first time in six years, Branksome Hall is buzzing with stories from the red dust of the Eastern Cape and the coastal winds of Cape Town.
Kathryn Barnes Appointed Branksome Hall’s Deputy Principal
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Branksome is delighted to announce the appointment of Kathryn Barnes as the school’s Deputy Principal, effective August 10, 2026.
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.
Make A Gift Today
Each day, more than 900 students benefit from your generosity.
At Branksome Hall, we’re not just enriching students’ minds – we’re giving them minds of their own, so they can challenge the status quo, set new standards and carve their own path to success.
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Connect With Us
Follow BH across our socials for all the latest news and innovations in girls' education.
Every transformational space on our campus began with a vision... and the donors who made it possible. With Make Way closing June 30, there`s still time to empower girls with spaces that inspire!
Have a look at some of our spaces THEN and see what donor support has made possible NOW:
THEN: First pool at a Canadian girls` school (1926)
NOW: The Athletics and Wellness Centre (2015)
THEN: A converted gym serving as our Performing Arts Centre
NOW: The Studio Theatre in iCAST—a black box theatre with immersive projection, professional lighting, live-streaming and a tension grid for student-led design
THEN: Classrooms adapted for debates, Model UN and pitches
NOW: A purpose-built Pitch Space in iCAST with tiered seating and university-level presentation tech
With iCAST nearly complete, the iCAST Equipment Fund ensures the tools inside will bring learning to life for every girl who walks through its doors. Donate by June 30 at the link in bio.
#MakeWayBranksome #GirlsEducation #BranksomeHall
Attention all comfort enthusiasts and pyjama pants fans! The Green Tartan Lounge Pants have officially launched and are now available in The Shop! Show your plaid pride while staying comfy in this stylish (and Fit Friday-approved!) new item.
A huge thank you to Evelyn, Lily and Sophia for the amazing idea and for helping bring this launch to life!
#BranksomeHall #PlaidPride #GoGirls #FitFridayApproved
Reunion week is upon us! To celebrate, we have a special PrincipalED podcast featuring two trailblazers from the Class of 2011: Bertilia Trieu and Jie Ying Wu.
🎙️ The new episode drops on Tuesday!
#BranksomeHall #PrincipalED #Podcast #BranksomeHallAlums #KeepWelltheRoad #Reunion
We have watched our GYs grow, learn, "Leap with Love" and overcome challenges–and we know they are ready for the future. We could not be prouder or more confident that they are ready for this next step in their journeys.
Families and friends gathered to celebrate our GYs at the Graduation Reception following the ceremony. It was the perfect way to send off this incredible group of Branksome grads. Keep well the road! 💚🎓
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
Advisors celebrated each graduate with kind words and comments as they crossed the stage to receive their diplomas. We were also treated to a performance by our Choir.
Many grads were honoured with awards for their dedication to various subjects, co-curriculars and school spirit while at Branksome.
After the ceremony, our GYs walked out of Convocation Hall as Branksome grads! Congratulations! 💚🎉
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
Graduation is happening now! 👩🎓
We have heard remarks from Principal Grace McCallum and Shanela, Class of 2026 Valedictorian, who gave a heartfelt speech about what this class has learned on their journey through Branksome.
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
It’s Graduation Day! 🎓💚
GYs, we can’t wait to see how you’ll “Leap with Love” in the years ahead. Stay tuned for highlights from this afternoon’s Graduation ceremony and reception on our stories and feed.
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
“They see the future. Soon, they`ll shape it!” 💪💚
Did you see our ad in The Globe and Mail on Saturday morning? Our soon-to-be grads have collectively earned a staggering 900+ offers of admission (and counting!) from more than 140 prestigious institutions across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally.
We are so proud of our Class of 2026 and look forward to celebrating them at our Graduation festivities today!
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
What a week, Branksome! 🐸 Grade 3 students spent a creative day at the AGO viewing art and participating in workshops 🎨, and Grade 1 students released the butterflies they`ve been raising in their classes. 🦋
Senior & Middle School students have made big moves in athletics outside of school! Bridget, Maddy, Francesca and Scarlett won Nationals for volleyball in Calgary 🏐, Olivia, Zoe and Hannah were honoured for their accomplishments at the national and provincial levels in squash 🏆 and Ms. van de Water won a provincial swimming award! 🏊♀️
@BranksomeHighlanders
#BranksomeHall #TGIF #AGO #butterflies #girlsinsport
Next year`s performance of "Nocturne" is really coming together! Last week, student artists worked with Red Sky Performance to share ideas and collaborate on aspects of the performance, including blocking, choreography and staging.
They have also started working on the production elements, such as the digital projection of animation, sets and costumes, and the soundscape beyond songs that will be part of the show. By the end of the day, the team had selected the preview piece that will open the iCAST building in September! We can`t wait! 🎭🎶🎨
@sandra.laronde.official @rayhogg2021 @seralysmcarthur @rixax
#BranksomeHall #PerformingArts #VisualArts #Nocturne #RedSkyPerformance
