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St. Clement's Early Learning

Toronto, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: Preschool – 2
Gender: Grade 1 and Grade 2 are available to male students.
Board: Independent

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $12,000 /year
Interview required: Yes
Open house: Annual Open House in October; it marks the official opening of admissions for the following school year. No specific date is provided.

Admissions process

Admissions are open for the 2027–2028 school year, beginning September 2027. · Step 1: Visit the school by booking a private tour or registering for the Open House. · Step 2: Complete an application form and email it to admissions@scels.ca. · Step 3: Once the form is processed, book a family interview with the Head of Admissions. · Nursery applicants must turn 3 by December 31; Kindergarten applicants must turn 4 by December 31. · Contact admissions@scels.ca or (416) 489-0822 for tours or wait-list inquiries.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: SCELS uses individualized program plans informed by teacher observation and assessment. Its curriculum includes literacy (Jolly Phonics/Grammar and handwriting), mathematics, science, social studies, French, music and movement, visual/dramatic arts, social-emotional learning and daily gross-motor development. Physical education, outdoor learning and yoga are part of the program; the school describes field trips and workshops supporting science/social studies.
Student–teacher ratio: Described as low; no numerical ratio provided.
Class size: Described as small; no numerical average provided.

Tuition & financial aid details

Early Morning and Afterschool programs: Additional cost; amounts are not specified.

Course descriptions

Language and early literacy

Multi-sensory language instruction includes Jolly Phonics/Grammar, reading, spelling, punctuation and handwriting development.

Mathematics

Games and materials develop classification, sequencing, spatial sense, number concepts, measurement and time through daily routines and practical activities.

Science and social studies

Inquiry, hands-on projects, experiments, field trips and workshops support exploration and reflection.

French, music and arts

French is included for all students; Nursery/Kindergarten French is oral and Primary includes written work. Music/movement, drama and visual arts support expression.

Physical and social development

Daily outdoor/gross-motor activities, scheduled PE and yoga support physical, self-regulation and social skills. Primary program includes leadership, mentoring and individualized academic work.

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Learning programs

Specializations

Early childhood education with individualized academic and developmental programming. · Boys’ Grade 1–2 preparation for Grade 3 entry to local private schools.

Learning support

Each student receives an Individual Program Plan based on ongoing teacher observations and assessments. Term goals are attainable · appropriately challenging · and tailored to developmental needs. Small classes · a low student-to-teacher ratio · multi-sensory instruction · and language support programs support individual learning.

Student life

Sports

Daily gross motor activities, including running, jumping, balancing, and object handling. · Physical education once or twice weekly depending on half-day or full-day enrollment, emphasizing ball handling, eye-hand coordination, teamwork, and healthy living. · Specialized coaches teach sports skills in a supportive, non-competitive environment. · Yoga from Nursery through Grade 2 supports self-regulation and readiness for learning. · Primary students have daily physical education opportunities, including field games, skating, and visits to a professional gymnasium.

Arts

Music and Movement: weekly Thursday sessions with early childhood educator Michael Anderson, featuring world music, songs, actions, and instruments including Conga, Talking Drum, Koto, Tabla, and Tibetan Singing Bowls. · Daily classroom music incorporates singing, finger plays, movement, small instruments, drums, and scarves. · Visual arts include drawing, painting, collage, sculpting, and mixed media, often connected to curriculum topics. · Dance/Drama programs are scheduled throughout the week.

Facilities

Gym · Well-structured playground supporting gross motor and dramatic play · Computers and iPads used in the Primary program

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Mad Science: Listed as an extracurricular activity offered to SCELS students.
Dance: Listed as an extracurricular activity; the school also offers weekly Spanish classes for an additional fee.

Outdoor activities & education

All programs include outdoor/gross-motor development; Primary students have daily opportunities for PE indoors and outdoors.
Official curriculum/program pages describe field trips, workshops, local park visits, skating and trips to a professional gymnasium; no current dated itinerary was found.

About the school

St. Clement’s Early Learning School (SCELS) offers a balanced academic and social-emotional curriculum from Nursery through Grade 2, with small classes, individualized programming, and a staff of twenty.

Location & school highlights

Location

Located at 70 St. Clements Avenue
Toronto
Ontario M4R 1H2. Learning experiences include community walks
local park visits and trips to a professional gymnasium.

What makes the school distinct

Every student has an Individual Program Plan based on ongoing teacher observation and assessment, with goals set each term.
Multi-sensory, hands-on learning tailored to each child’s developmental stage.
Grade 1 and Grade 2 preparatory programs for boys seeking Grade 3 entry to local private schools.
Specialist-led music and sports experiences in a supportive, non-competitive environment.