Why Elmwood?
Academic Excellence
Our teachers employ global best practices and reflect the latest research in girls education– challenging and supporting students along their journey. Where do they go from here? Wherever they want.
Whole Girl Focus
Developing confident, engaged and healthy girls requires balance. Life outside of the classroom at Elmwood complements and enhances the academic program and reflects the needs and interests of today’s girls.
Strong Community
United by the shared set of values– respect, innovation, collaboration, integrity and responsibility– the Elmwood community is passionate, caring and engaged. Parents, teachers, alumni and friends work together to help our students to become the very best version of themselves.
Engaged Network
Elmwood alumni are making an impact locally, nationally and internationally everyday. This extraordinary network shares one thing in common– Elmwood School – the place where friendships were formed, academic achievements were celebrated, leadership and athletic pursuits were encouraged, and potential was realized.
Spirit of Innovation
Recognized as one of the most innovative girls’ schools in North America, we are committed to exploring and implementing new, create and better ways of doing things, in the classroom and in the world.
This is Their Time
And this is the place where they start. Learn about our exceptional academics, our passionate teachers, our wealth of co-curricular programs, our exceptional community and why your daughter belongs here.
Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12
Early Years
Giving girls a head start they won’t experience anywhere else. For girls aged 3–5.
Junior School
Developing the whole girl and a love of learning. Grades 1 through 5. For girls aged 6–10.
Senior School
Preparing our students to chart their own course in the world. For girls aged 14–17.
At a Glance
15
average class size
94%
graduates receiving university entrance scholarships (based on Class of 2020)
100%
graduates accepted into university
47
countries represented in our student body
5000
alumnae worldwide
103
clubs and teams at Elmwood
375
Number of girls from Pre-K to Grade 12
1915
Year Elmwood was founded