WillowWood School campus in Toronto, Ontario

WillowWood School

Toronto, OntarioDay · Co-edGrades 1 – 12Est. 1980
Grades
1 – 12
Enrollment
200
Day Tuition
CA$21,700/yr
Class Size
10 students
Small classes
Acceptance
100%
Welcoming
Founded
1980
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About WillowWood School

WillowWood School is a private co-educational school in Toronto, Ontario, serving students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school is guided by values of nurture, excellence, integrity.

Core Values

NurtureExcellenceIntegrity

Teaching Philosophy

Our Pod System and coordinated cross-level schedule allows for all learners to get the teaching they require. SMALL CLASS SIZES The atmosphere is warm and the pedagogical approach is holistic. PERSONALIZED EDUCATION Students are encouraged to set personal goals and to develop self-advocacy and communications skills.

What Makes WillowWood School Special

  • K-12 continuum
  • Advanced Placement (AP) program offered

Academics

Curriculum

WillowWood School offers Local, Traditional, and AP curriculums, with specializations in STEM, Arts, and Languages.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Supportive

Languages of Instruction

English

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

3 programs
Visual artsMusic (instrumental)Music (vocal)

Campus & Facilities

WillowWood School features a campus with Science lab, Library, and Theatre.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$21,700

per year

Near average for Ontario private schools (~CA$18,000/yr)
Financial Aid
Not available

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Interview
  • Report cards

Community & Culture

WillowWood cultivates a warm, personalized learning environment where students are recognized as individuals with distinct strengths and needs. The school emphasizes small class sizes, holistic pedagogy, and a team-oriented approach that builds self-confidence and inspires a love of learning. Through its Pod System and coordinated cross-level schedule, the school creates a supportive atmosphere where students develop self-advocacy skills and set personal goals. The community values both academic excellence and social-emotional development, with dedicated staff including a psychotherapist, art therapist, and guidance counselors invested in ensuring no student falls through the cracks.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion information is not prominently featured on the website. The school does operate a robust International Program welcoming students from around the world—including China, Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico—and describes Toronto as a safe, vibrant city. The international program is fully integrated with the domestic program, and international students receive support through an International Student Coordinator, English development instructors, and guidance counselors. However, broader DEI initiatives or statements regarding domestic diversity and inclusion are not explicitly addressed on the site.

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement details are not prominently featured on the website. The site mentions that parents participate in the admissions process through meetings with principals and that they have access to student information through the MyWillow school management system, which displays attendance, grades, homework, and feedback. However, specific volunteer opportunities, parent committees, or organized engagement programs are not described.

Accreditations & Recognition

Ministry-inspected

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about WillowWood School

WillowWood School serves students in grades 1-12.

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