Independent Day School — Grades K–12

A rigorous education, grounded in character.

For over four decades, Kingsview School has prepared students to think critically, act with integrity, and lead with purpose. Small classes, dedicated faculty, and a demanding curriculum define the Kingsview experience.

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Why Families Choose Kingsview

11:1 Student–Faculty Ratio

97% College Acceptance

48 Years of Instruction

Our Programs

A Foundation Built for the Long Term

Kingsview offers a coherent, sequenced curriculum across three divisions, each designed to meet students at their developmental stage.

Lower School

Kindergarten through Grade 5. An emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and disciplined curiosity in small, closely mentored classrooms.

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Middle School

Grades 6 through 8. Students broaden into the sciences, humanities, and languages while developing independent study habits.

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Upper School

Grades 9 through 12. A college-preparatory course of study including Advanced Placement and honors-level offerings.

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About Kingsview

Founded on a Singular Purpose

Nearly five decades of educating students to reason carefully, write clearly, and act honorably.

Founders' Hall building, established 1979

Founders' Hall, 1979

Kingsview School was established in 1978 by a group of educators and parents who believed that a rigorous, classically grounded education should remain within reach of the broader community, not reserved for the few.

What began as a single schoolhouse of forty students has grown into a campus serving over six hundred, without departing from its founding conviction: that academic excellence and personal character are not separate pursuits, but a single discipline.

"We do not measure our success by admission letters alone, but by the judgment, discipline, and decency our graduates carry forward."

Mission & Values

What Guides Our Work

Intellectual Rigor

We hold students to exacting academic standards and teach them to reason from evidence, not assumption.

Character

Honesty, accountability, and respect are treated as core competencies, taught and assessed alongside academics.

Stewardship

Students are encouraged to see their education as preparation for responsibility, not merely personal advancement.

Academic Program

Three Divisions, One Coherent Curriculum

A sequenced, demanding course of study spanning Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Lower School — K to 5

Foundational literacy and numeracy, paired with the sciences, art, and a second language, delivered in classes of no more than eighteen students.

Middle School — 6 to 8

A broadened course of study across the humanities and sciences, with an emphasis on writing, research method, and independent study habits.

Upper School — 9 to 12

A college-preparatory sequence including honors and Advanced Placement coursework across all core disciplines.

Upper School Core Curriculum
Discipline	Grade 9–10	Grade 11–12	Advanced Placement
English	Literature & Composition	Rhetoric & Literary Analysis	AP English Literature
Mathematics	Algebra II, Geometry	Pre-Calculus, Calculus	AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Statistics
Sciences	Biology, Chemistry	Physics, Environmental Science	AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics
History	World History	Modern History, Economics	AP World History, AP Macroeconomics
Languages	French or Spanish I–II	French or Spanish III–IV	AP French, AP Spanish

Beyond the Classroom

Athletics, Arts, and Enrichment

A rigorous academic program is complemented by structured opportunities in athletics, the arts, and community engagement.

Athletics

Fourteen varsity and junior varsity teams competing in regional leagues.

Visual & Performing Arts

Studio art, orchestra, choir, and an annual theatrical production.

Debate & Model UN

Competitive teams participating in regional and national tournaments.

Community Service

A graduation requirement of one hundred hours of civic engagement.

Admissions

How to Apply

Our admissions process is designed to understand each applicant as a whole person, not a single test score.

Submit an Inquiry

Complete our online inquiry form to receive information and be added to our admissions mailing list.

Tour the Campus

Attend a guided campus tour or open house to see Kingsview classrooms, faculty, and facilities firsthand.

Submit Application & Records

Complete the formal application, including transcripts, teacher recommendations, and a student essay.

Assessment & Interview

Applicants complete an age-appropriate assessment and meet with a member of the admissions committee.

Admissions Decision

Families are notified of the committee's decision and, where applicable, financial aid determination.

Tuition & Key Dates, 2026–27 Academic Year
Division	Annual Tuition	Application Deadline
Lower School (K–5)	$18,400	December 5, 2026
Middle School (6–8)	$21,200	December 5, 2026
Upper School (9–12)	$24,900	January 15, 2027

Need-based financial aid is available. Approximately one in four Kingsview students receives assistance. Contact the admissions office for details.

Frequently Asked

Admissions Questions

Is prior enrollment at a private school required?

No. We welcome applicants from public, private, and home-based educational backgrounds at every grade level.

Can students apply mid-year?

Mid-year admission is considered on a space-available basis. Contact the admissions office to discuss timing.

What entrance assessment is required?

Applicants to Grades 1 through 8 complete the ISEE; Upper School applicants complete the SSAT or ISEE.

Is financial aid awarded independently of admission?

Yes. Admission decisions and financial aid determinations are made by separate committees.

Our Faculty

Division Heads & Teaching Staff

Seventy-two full-time educators, the majority holding advanced degrees in their teaching discipline.

Dr. Naomi Fischer

Head of Lower School

Ph.D., Early Childhood Education. With Kingsview since 2013.

Daniel Okoye

Head of Middle School

M.Ed., Curriculum & Instruction. With Kingsview since 2016.

Dr. Sarah Lindqvist

Head of Upper School

Ph.D., Comparative Literature. With Kingsview since 2012.

Department Faculty

A Sample of Our Teaching Staff

James Whitfield

Mathematics

M.S., Applied Mathematics.

Clara Bennett

English

M.A., English Literature.

Dr. Miguel Santos

Sciences

Ph.D., Chemistry.

Yuki Tanaka

World Languages

M.A., Applied Linguistics.

Upcoming

Events & Calendar

Academic, athletic, and community events throughout the Kingsview year.

09Sep

Admissions

Open House & Campus Tour

Prospective families are invited for a guided tour of the campus and an information session with the admissions office.

24Sep

Community

Parent & Faculty Association Meeting

The first PFA meeting of the year, held in the Founders' Hall auditorium at 6:30 PM.

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17Oct

Community

Founders' Day

An annual celebration marking the school's founding in 1978, including lectures, exhibitions, and an alumni reception.

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05Nov

Athletics

Regional Debate Championship

Kingsview's Upper School debate team competes in the regional finals, hosted at Meadowbrook Convention Center.

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13Dec

Arts

Winter Concert

The Kingsview orchestra and choir present their annual winter concert in the Whitfield Performance Hall.

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05Dec

Admissions

Application Priority Deadline

Priority deadline for Lower and Middle School applications for the 2027–28 academic year.

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Campus Gallery

A Look at Life at Kingsview

Academics, arts, and athletics across the Kingsview community.

Founders' Hall

Main Quadrangle

Science Laboratory

Whitfield Library

Studio Art Wing

Winter Concert

Varsity Soccer

Fieldhouse

Meadowbrook Courtyard

Upper School Classroom

Spring Theatrical Production

Track & Field Meet

Alumni Network

A Community That Endures Beyond Graduation

More than six thousand graduates carry the Kingsview name into medicine, law, research, business, and public service. The Kingsview Alumni Association maintains ties among graduates through reunions, mentorship programs, and professional networking events held throughout the year.

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Class of 1998, Reunion Weekend

Notable Graduates

Where Kingsview Alumni Have Gone

"Kingsview taught me to interrogate an argument before I accepted it. That habit has shaped my entire career."

"The writing instruction I received in Upper School remains the foundation of my professional work today."

"Small classes meant every teacher knew my strengths and pushed me past my limitations."

Get in Touch

Our admissions and administrative offices are glad to assist with any questions.

Address

142 Ashcombe Road
Meadowbrook, ON L4S 1K7

Phone & Email

+1 (555) 214-7700
[email protected]

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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