SMLS Featured in The Globe and Mail: The Benefits of Entry Years, Small Class Sizes & All-Girls Education

Choosing the right time to join a private school is an important decision for families. One article explores how major entry years - like Junior Kindergarten, Grade 6/7, and Grade 9 at SMLS - are designed to align with key developmental transitions.

“One of the main benefits of joining a school during one of their main entry years is that these years are well-aligned with programmatic transitions in the school,” says Sarah Scandrett, Executive Director of Enrolment Management at SMLS.

These transitions provide students with a fresh start, new leadership opportunities, and structured academic growth, ensuring they thrive as they progress through school.
Read about how our entry years ensure a successful transition and growth here.

Another article focuses on the impact of small class sizes, emphasizing how they foster personalized learning, stronger student-teacher relationships, and a more engaged classroom environment. At SMLS, class sizes average between 14 and 18 students, allowing for individualized instruction and a student-centred approach to education.

“It’s the dedicated, personalized approach that we can give to each and every student at SMLS to help them build confidence and excel academically,” says Brad Read, Associate Head of School, Innovation & Learning.

Beyond small classes, SMLS students also benefit from big-school opportunities, including internships, global learning experiences, and mentorship from industry professionals, ensuring they graduate as confident, capable young women.
Read more about the benefits of small class sizes.

A third article highlights how Canada’s leading all-girls schools provide an environment where students can take risks, develop leadership skills, and explore their full potential free from gender stereotypes.

“We’re intentional about offering spaces where girls can take risks, learn from their mistakes, and take on leadership roles,” says Catherine Hant, Head of School at SMLS.

Through community partnerships, leadership development programs, and a focus on building confidence, SMLS prepares students to navigate their academic and personal journeys with independence and ambition.
Read the full article here.