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OUr Toronto advantage

'a beautiful place to be'

Nestled in the heart of Toronto, North America's 4th largest and most diverse city, Branksome Hall offers a unique blend of academic excellence and urban vibrancy that our Boarders love.

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Study & Live in the City

Branksome Hall welcomes more than 50 Boarding students from around the world to study and live in Toronto, Canada.

A Global Hub for Education and Innovation

An Enriching Urban Classroom

One of the World’s Safest and Most Diverse Cities

A Gateway to Top Universities and Careers

A Launchpad for International Students

Access to World-Class Arts, Culture and Nature

Home to World-Class Education

Home to some of the world's most prestigious educational institutions such as the University of Toronto, York University and Toronto Metropolitan University, as well as a diverse range of specialized colleges and professional schools, Toronto is recognized as a global leader in education.

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A global hub for innovation

Toronto is also Canada’s hub for technology, research and innovation, providing opportunities for our students to benefit from mentorship and guidance from industry leaders.

At Branksome Hall, we are dedicated to nurturing students' creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial skills. Our revolutionary Noodle program empowers students to unleash their imagination and develop entrepreneurial skills.

The new Karen L. Jurjevich Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre building will offer versatile spaces designed to inspire our students’ creativity.

The Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, featuring its historic stone building beside the modern, angular glass Crystal Wing addition, with a street view and a large "Tattoos" exhibition banner on the facade.

An Enriching Urban Classroom

Toronto is a city that is buzzing with activity. To ensure our students make the most of their experience and connect with this amazing city, we offer a wide array of social and cultural activities.

With film festivals including the famous Toronto International Film Festival, art galleries, live theatre, orchestral and ballet performances, Toronto loves to celebrate the arts. From the iconic CN Tower and Ripley's Aquarium to the Royal Ontario Museum and the Toronto Zoo, there is always something to explore!

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A vibrant and diverse COMMUNITY

Located in one of the most multicultural cities in the world, Branksome Hall is proud of our diverse and inclusive school community. Toronto is filled with museums, galleries and festivals that celebrate its diversity. The Branksome Hall community enjoys coming together to recognize days of significance, including Dia de los Mertos, Diwali, Eid al-Adha, Kwanzaa, Lunar New Year and Rosh Hashanah, to name just a few!

We also lead weekend excursions to Toronto’s many distinct neighborhoods, such as Chinatown, Greektown, Koreatown and Little India to learn about and celebrate different cultures, empowering our students to be globally minded.

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a safe city

Toronto is one of the safest cities in the world, with fast and reliable police, fire and ambulance services. The Branksome Hall campus is monitored and protected 24/7 by an on-site security team, ensuring a secure campus environment. Our experienced Advisors also provide constant supervision and support for students as they learn and grow.

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The Branksome-Toronto Connection

Branksome Hall is located in the serene residential neighborhood of Rosedale, providing our students with the opportunity to experience the vibrancy of the real world, including different perspectives and cultures, and share that learning in the classroom. Students living in Toronto gain confidence and independence as they learn to navigate the city and make their way in the world.

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HEar from our COmmunity

In addition to the academic rigour, the school really supports the students and helps them with their physical and mental health.

Ali Salahuddin Parent

The one thing I appreciated most about Branksome was the sense of community. Being in an all-girls’ environment, I felt motivated to strive for the best I could do.

Casandra LOBO'19 Alum

I appreciate that the school has a strong idea of what liberal-arts education represents. They stick to it as their core and really believe in it.

Clara Mathur Parent

Branksome feels like a tight-knit community with fun events and bonding opportunities for all. It does an exceptional job preparing students for the future.

Deniz Mutlu Class of ‘22