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
Explore all that Branksome has to offer. Learn about our school, join one of our events or take a virtual tour.
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
DONOR SUPPORT: THE OPPORTUNITY FUND
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For Wenzel and Lisa Hoberg, supporting Branksome’s Opportunity Fund is about investing in possibility. At Branksome heir daughter Camilla found her people—and the confidence to grow into a curious young woman.
Inside Branksome’s K-12 Innovation Vision and Spaces on the PrincipalED Podcast
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In our latest episode of PrincipalED, join Grace as she sits down with the school’s dynamic Innovation team—Megan, Isabella, Coulter and Tibor—to discuss the future of learning at Branksome Hall.
Belonging, Reciprocity and Choose Your Own Adventure Art: An Alum Conversation about Curation and Community Engagement
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When we discovered that two alums from different generations were both pursuing careers in museum curation and community engagement, we knew a conversation between them was a must.
Daniel Moore Appointed Branksome Hall's Incoming Chair, Board of Governors
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Branksome Hall is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Moore as the new Chair of the Board of Governors, effective January 1, 2026.
A True Kiwi-Canadian Experience
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Grade 12 athlete Sarah C. had the opportunity of a lifetime last summer when she was invited to play ice hockey in New Zealand with the women’s pro team, the Dunedin Thunder.
2025–26 Athletics Council: Fall Season Highlights
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Meet the 2025–26 Athletics Council! This dedicated group of students shares their most cherished memories from the recent fall sports season.
Helping Athletes Find Their Voice
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Katarina BITOVE’06 was curious. She’d noticed that, in his action-packed Instagram photos and videos, Canadian bobsledder Kenny M’Pindou never spoke.
CK & Emmi: The Head Prefect Effect on the PrincipalED Podcast
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This episode brings together current Head Prefect Emmi Murphy Ives and former Head Girl, acclaimed attorney and media legal analyst, CK PURKS Hoffler’80, to discuss what it means to be part of the school's legacy of leadership.
Lola’s Journey from JK to Junior School Prefect
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Grade 12 student Lola’s journey began 14 years ago, waiting at the Front Circle to pick up her older sisters, Maggi (Class of 2021) and Ruby (Class of 2023).
Flash Mobs and Friendship: Branksome Hall Asia Visit
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Each fall, Branksome Hall welcomes Grade 9 students from Branksome Hall Asia (BHA), our sister school on Jeju Island, South Korea, for a week of hands-on interdisciplinary learning.
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The Branksome community (and their pets!) enjoyed some winter fun on today`s snow day. Hope you all enjoyed some time outside or cozy inside today. 💚
IMPORTANT: School Closure
Please be advised that Branksome Hall is CLOSED TODAY, January 15, 2026, due to inclement weather. All classes, activities and events are cancelled. The safety of our community is our highest priority. Monitor your email and the school website or Portal for an update regarding tomorrow`s schedule.
#branksomehall #BranksomeSafety
Branksome Hall`s Black Student Union (@branksomebsu) held a fun and creative inter-school gathering in December! The meeting theme was R&B: Rhythm and Black, where they held engaging conversations about the past, present and future of Black music. Thank you to all who came to this event, and congratulations to the BSU for another successful meeting! 💚
How do we prepare students to be future innovation leaders? In the latest episode of PrincipalED, Grace sits down with the school’s dynamic Innovation team to discuss the future of learning at Branksome Hall.
What happens when world-class performing arts meet the cutting edge of technology? Get ready for a masterclass in interdisciplinary learning. In this episode, we take an exclusive look inside the Karen L. Jurjevich Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST), launching in 2026, and reveal how this landmark space will help to dismantle the walls between subjects.
From the tactile power of "making" to the seamless K–12 innovation continuum, discover how Branksome’s iHubs and physical fabrication are equipping the next generation of leaders to design the future.
Listen to the full episode on Apple or Spotify or watch on YouTube now at the link in bio.
#BranksomeHall #PrincipalED #Podcast #innovation #arts #STEAM #girlsinSTEM
Students strapped on their safety goggles and got to work on gorgeous and sustainable bracelets made of recyclable materials! The bracelets were made in support of One Tree Planted, an environmental nonprofit that is dedicated to making sure anyone, no matter how small, can help the environment! 💚🌳
What a week, Branksome! 🐸 Our Grade 2 students were excited to get back in the iHub to try their hand at coding using Scratch Jr. 💻, Senior & Middle School musicians welcomed percussionist Rick Sacks for a workshop after school 🎶 and JK students got crafty with their Grade 3 buddies, who worked with them to make beautiful paper snowflakes! ❄️
#branksomehall #branksomespirit #girlsinSTEM #MusictoOurEars
Get to know Branksome’s incredible Innovation team! 💚 Grace sits down with Megan McKellar, Director of Curriculum Innovation, Isabella Liu and Coulter Lewis, Junior and Senior & Middle School Innovation and Technology Coordinators, and Tibor Torontali, Metal and Woodworking Shop Coordinator, for a conversation about the future of learning.
Our new episode drops on Tuesday! 🎙️
#BranksomeHall #PrincipalED #Podcast #innovation #arts #STEAM #girlsinSTEM
New year, new… Before we look ahead, Ribbit is taking a pause to look back at our community’s incredible flurry of generosity, both in the lead-up to our holiday break and as we got set to ring in 2026.
You truly made the season sparkle for our girls. They’ll feel the impact of your support in so many ways throughout the year to come!
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Moore as the new Chair of the Branksome Hall Board of Governors, effective January 1, 2026. The father of three Branksome students, Daniel brings more than 30 years of experience in financial services across capital markets, corporate banking and risk management. He is co-CEO and co-founder of River Run Ventures, an early-stage venture capital partnership focused on Fintech and AI.
“As a proud Branksome parent, I have seen firsthand the extraordinary impact this community has on young women—intellectually, emotionally and as leaders. It is an honour to serve as Chair of the Board of Governors, and I am deeply committed to supporting Branksome’s continued pursuit of excellence, innovation and global leadership in girls’ education.”
We also share our deepest thanks to outgoing chair Mona Malone for her incredible service since 2022. Mona will remain on the Board as Past Chair.
Read the full announcement at the link in our bio. 🔗
#branksomehall #leadership
We’re proud to share that Coulter Lewis, Senior and Middle School Innovation and Technology Coordinator, has been selected for the Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2026! 🍎👏 In 1995, Apple created the ADE Program to recognize K-12 and higher education pioneers who are using Apple technology to transform teaching and learning in powerful ways. Coulter was one of 30 in Canada and one of 400 globally to receive this recognition. He joins three other Apple Distinguished Educators currently working at Branksome Hall.
His innovative work with Apple technology is transforming teaching and learning—empowering students and preparing the next generation of educators. Congratulations, Coulter! We are so proud to have exceptional educators like you at BH!
#BranksomeHall #AppleDistinguishedSchool #YouRock
