Frequently Asked Questions

Our maximum class size is capped at 16 students (18 for drama and Phys Ed). The typical class size ranges from 8 to 14 students depending on the course.

We make decisions based on the application package material which includes the candidate’s statement, the parents’ statement, and the teacher and community referral forms. In addition, each candidate attends a personal interview with the director of admissions. A committee reviews and discusses the merits of each applicant before a final decision is made.

TPS attempts to select students that fit our culture and reflect the school’s core values and aspirations. Fit is very important for both the school and the student for a successful educational experience.
 

We operate in semesters with four classes in each semester. From Monday to Thursday, our periods are 81 minutes in length with a 40-minute lunch break. On Friday our periods are 63 minutes in length with a 40-minute break.

The day is divided into periods 1 and 2, then lunch, then periods 3 and 4.

Toronto Prep School is open Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Friday from 8:00 am to 3:15 pm, and specified Saturdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Teaching hours are Monday to Thursday from 10:00 am to 4:10 pm and Fridays from 10:00 am to 2:58 pm. Extra help with tuition is offered from 9:00 am to 9:55 am and by appointment after 4:10 pm. Students arriving before 10:00 am are encouraged to seek extra help from faculty.
There is an after-school study club Monday-Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Students may be placed in the program by a faculty member, or parent or attend voluntarily.

A Saturday Club program takes place every Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm except for long weekends and holidays. Students may be placed in the program by a faculty member, or parent or attend voluntarily.
Does TPS offer part-time enrollment?

Yes, students who are enrolled in 3 or 4 classes each semester are classified as full-time, while students who are enrolled in 1 or 2 courses are classified as part-time. Tuition for each classification can be found in our fees section.

You can find out more information in our Fees & Charges document.

These fees cover student participation in our comprehensive school program which includes:

• Use of MacBook Pro with specified educational software
• Access to the digital yearbook
• Deluxe school photo package
• Athletic association fees
• Extended after-school and Saturday Club study programs
   

To arrange a visit, call the main office at 416.545.1020 to make an appointment with the director of admissions, or fill in the form at our Book a Visit page.