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
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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.
About iCAST Support The Campaign
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
Extra! Extra! Grade 5 Launches "The Ribbit Report"
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The Junior School's news landscape changed forever in October 2025 with the premiere of The Ribbit Report, a student-led broadcast produced by the Grade 5 class. The Ribbit Report is shared with Junior School students twice a month and focuses on a variety of local and global initiatives.
From JK to Graduation: A Full-Circle Celebration
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On April 15, 2026, Principal Grace McCallum’s home was filled with Branksome Hall’s ReadAcres graduating year students—those who began their journeys in Junior or Senior Kindergarten—sharing breakfast with the teachers who first welcomed them over a decade ago.
New Students Maia and Hayden on PrincipalED
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In the latest episode of PrincipalED, Grace sits down with two of our newest Junior School students to discuss their first year on campus.
Global Sustainability and Entrepreneur Alum is On a Roll with PlantPaper
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Branksome Hall alum Deeva GREEN'07 shares about her passion for sustainability and how her path after Branksome Hall led to developing an ecologically friendly toilet paper brand PlantPaper.
Scrubbing In: Innovative New Program Empowers Next Generation of Female Medical Leaders
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Twenty-two Branksome Hall students recently traded in their kilts for surgical scrubs at St. Michael’s Hospital as they explored a bold new pipeline for future medical leaders, providing them an unprecedented look at the grit, skill and leadership required to thrive in the operating room and beyond.
Honouring Branksome Hall’s 5th Principal Allison ROACH’51
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It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Allison ROACH’51 on April 18, 2026.
Grade 6 Golfer Audrey Lu Tees Off at Augusta National
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At just 12 years old, Branksome Hall Grade 6 student Audrey Lu has already made her mark on one of golf’s most iconic courses.
Sisterhood Reconnected: Branksome Hall Visits South Africa
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For the first time in six years, Branksome Hall is buzzing with stories from the red dust of the Eastern Cape and the coastal winds of Cape Town.
Kathryn Barnes Appointed Branksome Hall’s Deputy Principal
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Branksome is delighted to announce the appointment of Kathryn Barnes as the school’s Deputy Principal, effective August 10, 2026.
Beyond the Boards: Hockey Legend Eric Lindros on PrincipalED
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What does it take to stay three moves ahead when the world is watching? In the state-of-the-art setting of Branksome Hall’s Athletics and Wellness Centre, Grace sits down with NHL Hall of Famer—and Branksome parent—Eric Lindros.
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The latest numbers are in! The hard work and resilience of the Class of 2026 have been recognized by universities in Canada and around the globe, as seen by the impressive number of admissions offers received this year.
Our soon-to-be grads have collectively earned a total of more than 900 offers (and counting!) from more than 140 schools in Canada, the United States, the UK and beyond. Congratulations to this remarkable class of students. We are so proud and can`t wait to celebrate you on Monday! 💚👏
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
Thanks to parent Rob Emery and daughter Tory for helping us spread the word: supporting our community is easier than ever with e-transfer.
Simply send your donation by e-transfer to bhdonations@branksome.on.ca, including your name, gift designation and mailing or email address. Every contribution makes a difference as we head to the Make Way campaign close on June 30.
Also, given the current markets, now is a strategic time to maximize your tax benefit with a gift of stock. It`s a great way to make an impact. Learn more at the link in bio or contact us at advancement@branksome.on.ca
Graduates and families celebrated the start of Graduation events with this morning`s GY Breakfast! Grads were recognized for their engagement in and commitment to the Branksome Hall community in the Arts, Athletics, French and more.
Guests were also treated to an inspiring speech from Branksome parent and alum, Tori BARTON`89, founding partner for the search firm MorinBarton, who has dedicated her professional life to the art of leadership. Our future leaders absorbed every word, and will no doubt remember her incredible advice as they head into their next adventures.
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
The new issue of Impact Update lands in our community`s inbox today. Every story is different, but they`re all united by the belief that donors can empower Branksome students.
For Jacqueline Lo, supporting iCAST is about more than a new facility. It`s about her daughter Tanya, who already dreams of building robots, and the next generation of girls who`ll find their voice in the Robotics Lab and Pitch Space.
"We are firm believers in STEM education for girls, and iCAST aligns perfectly with that vision."
Read Jacqueline and Angus`s story, alongside the donors, families, alums and friends behind the most successful campaign in Branksome Hall`s history, closing June 30.
Whether it`s iCAST, opening doors through Financial Assistance or providing experiences that allow each girl to discover her voice and unique passions, there`s still time to join more than 2,000 community members who know the power of the collective is real.
Read more donor stories at link in bio.
#BranksomeHall #SteppingStones #ImpactUpdate #GirlsInSTEM #iCAST #DonorStories #LegacyGiving
Our new Prefects received their red ties at the Red Tartan Ceremony last night. The outgoing and incoming Prefects exchanged words of gratitude and congratulations, and said teary goodbyes to one another. But in each speech, the Prefects made it clear that though they`ll soon be far apart, they`ll always be a phone call away. 💚
#BranksomeHall #BHGrad #Classof2026 #Graduation2026 #BHCelebration #GY26
The Branksome Hall Alumnae Association and Black Student Union (BSU) invited Black alums back to campus for Plaid Ties Only, a celebration of the remarkable group of students in the BSU! Alums dug their ties and pins out of storage for this evening of mingling, networking and storytelling. Alums and students were also presented with a special pin representing the bond between the diverse Black communities at Branksome and beyond.
#BranksomeHall #BranksomeHallAlums #KeepWellTheRoad #BlackExcellence
Tricia “CK” PURKS Hoffler’80 has risen to the top of the legal profession in the United States, winning her clients over US$850 million in total settlements and running her own Atlanta-based firm. ⚖️
In the latest issue of The READ magazine, the winner of the 2025 Allison Roach Alumna Award (and current Branksome Board Member) reflects on the impact of her time at the school and her deep connections to Miss Roach and administrative assistant Shirley Duperley.
“I wanted to strive for excellence, and they gave me guidance and helped me develop a roadmap,” she says. “It ultimately became my roadmap for life. I was blessed to have people who really believed in me.”
Read the full story at the link in bio.
#READmagazine #branksomehallalum #WomeninLaw #CKHoffler #CKHofflerFirm #ThePowerhouse
Branksome Hall is ready to leap into the long weekend! Campus is now closed. We hope you enjoy a relaxing and joyful weekend, and look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus on Tuesday, May 19. 💚
What a week, Branksome! 🐸 Monday’s Pride-themed Assembly encouraged students to reflect on the importance of building communities where everyone feels seen, valued and supported, while celebrating diverse identities through discussion and an uplifting dance celebration. 🌈
Our Latin students put their language skills to use at the Classics Conference 🏛️, and in the Junior School, Grades 1–2 students put on an incredible production of "Seussical KIDS" for family and friends. Check out rehearsal photos above, and keep an eye out for performance pics next week!
#BranksomeHall #Pride2026 #Belonging #Latin #SeussicaltheMusical
The Junior School was full of generations of joy as we invited our family and friends to Generations Day on May 8! Guests got a glimpse into student life with classroom visits and performances by our students. Thank you to all who came to campus to share a slice of BH life with us last week! 💚
#BranksomeHall #GenerationsDay #Family #BranksomePride
