Preschool
For ages 2 and 3, foundational social, emotional, and academic development through French songs, stories, art, play, and creative activities. Classes have 10–12 children and two teachers; before- and after-care are available.
At a glance
- Grades
- Preschool – 8
- Gender
- Co-educational
- Board
- Independent
Tuition & admissions
- Tuition
- $21,530 /year
- SSAT required
- No
Admissions process
Non-selective, first-come, first-served admission throughout the year, subject to space. Families are invited to book a private tour. Download the relevant Preschool or JK–Grade 8 application and consent forms, complete both, and submit online. Forms are available for 2026–27 and 2027–28. Current students' spaces are reserved until February 1.
Academics & learning
- Curriculum
- French immersion from Pre-K, with French and English foundational subjects in Grades 1–3 and a blended English and French curriculum in Grades 4–8. Studies include mathematics, science, social studies, Mandarin, arts, physical education, health, STEAM, robotics, coding, financial literacy, and character education. Grades 4–8 participate in the Canadian Tests of Basic Skills and Canadian National Math League; Grades 7–8 also participate in CEMC–University of Waterloo activities.
- Student–teacher ratio
- Preschool: two teachers per class of 10–12 children.
- Class size
- 10–16 students overall; 10–12 in Preschool.
Tuition & financial aid details
- Full-tuition payment discount: Families paying the full tuition fee receive a 3.5% discount.
- Credit card surcharge: A 5% credit card fee is added to the billed amount.
Course descriptions
JK and SK
French stories, songs, games, and music introduce counting, measuring, and writing. Mandarin begins in JK.
Grades 1–3
French and English reading and writing alongside mathematics, science, social studies, and Mandarin, with storytelling, music, hands-on activities, and character education.
Grades 4–8
Blended English and French studies emphasizing languages, STEAM, critical thinking, global awareness, health, financial literacy, robotics, and character education.
French Immersion
Begins in Pre-K with French as the primary instructional language. Later grades develop reading, writing, oral communication, and critical thinking through classic literature, essays, and debates; DELF Junior exams begin in Grade 4.
Mandarin
Begins in JK and introduces Chinese language and culture. Students take HSK and YCT Mandarin exams annually.
STEAM, Coding and Robotics
Inquiry-based science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Students use Matatalab, Dash, and Lego Robotics to explore sequences, loops, programming, forces, energy, and problem-solving.
Financial Literacy
Programs include Junior Millionaire and Young Investors. Junior Millionaire covers budgeting, saving, taxes, and basic investing.
Health Education
Explores physical and mental health, informed decision-making, personal safety, puberty, and strategies for maintaining well-being.
School images
Learning programs
Specializations
French immersion and multilingual education · STEAM, coding, robotics, and engineering · Financial literacy · Small-class, personalized instruction
Languages
French · English
Learning support
Small classes support personalized attention and early identification of students needing additional challenge or help. Early intervention is a founding principle · and the text describes extra teacher support helping a student without prior French catch up with peers.
Student life
Sports
Physical education from Pre-K through Grade 8 includes physical and motor skills · team sports · swimming · and track and field · emphasizing sportsmanship · goal-setting · health · and well-being.
Clubs & extracurricular activities
- Chess club
- Painting club
- Arts clubs
- Sports clubs
- Robotics clubs
Outdoor activities & education
- Field trips: School life includes field trips; one pictured activity involves meeting goats.
- Running: Students are pictured out for a run.
About the school
The Giles School is a non-selective, co-ed French immersion independent school founded in 1989 by Harry Giles, serving children from age 2 through Grade 8.
Location & school highlights
Location
- Located at 80 Scarsdale Road
- Toronto
- Ontario M3B 2R7. Draws students from Toronto and surrounding areas
- including Markham
- Richmond Hill
- Ajax
- and Port Credit.
What makes the school distinct
- French immersion begins in Pre-K; Mandarin begins in JK, and Spanish is also taught.
- Classes average 10–16 students; Preschool classes have two teachers.
- Non-selective, first-come, first-served admissions with no entrance test and year-round entry.
- Students take DELF Junior French exams from Grade 4 and HSK and YCT Mandarin exams annually.
- Founding principles are early intervention, bilingualism, third languages, small classes, international standards, and love.
- UNESCO Member School with a blended learning curriculum underpinned by UNESCO's Sustainable Development Goals.
School activity
2026-11-03
Enrolment history
16 · 5 · 8 · 1 · 3 · 4 · 6
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