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Discover BSS in Person or Online
There’s no better way to understand the energy, community and spirit of The Bishop Strachan School (BSS) than to experience it yourself. As Canada’s leading all-girls independent day and boarding school in Toronto, BSS welcomes families from JK to Grade 12 to explore our campus, meet our students and faculty, and see powerful learning in action.
Whether you’re joining us from across the city, across Canada or around the world, we offer many ways for your family to connect with BSS.
Ways to Visit BSS
We offer a range of events designed to give you a true sense of how learning, community and leadership come together at BSS. Start with a first look during a campus tour or at one of our Open Houses. Then dive deeper into our unique programs and discover how BSS prepares students for success at school and after graduation. We can't wait to meet you!
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Take A First Look
Campus Tours
Experience our vibrant Toronto campus! Guided by a Student Ambassador, you’ll be able to walk through classrooms, see co-curriculars in action and imagine your daughter thriving here.
Who Should Attend: Interested families who want a personal, real-time look at daily school life.
To book a tour, please please reach out to the Enrolment Team at enrolment@bss.on.ca or 416-483-4325 ext. 1220.
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July and August
For out-of-town families who are unable to visit during the academic year, limited private tours are available by appointment on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout July and August. Please note that classes are not in session during the summer and a number of campus improvement projects will be underway.Local families are encouraged to attend one of our fall Open Houses or schedule a tour during the school year to experience teaching and learning in action. -
September - May
Private campus tours are available by appointment. Families who apply can also book a tour with a Student Ambassador as part of the admissions interview process.
Open House
Discover the BSS difference! Tour our campus, meet our welcoming community and speak directly with teachers, current students and parents to see how we empower girls to lead and thrive.
Who Should Attend: Families looking for a comprehensive introduction to our community and grade-specific divisions.
| Junior School | Thursday, October 15, 5:30 - 7:30 pm |
| Middle and Senior School | Monday, October 19, 5:30 - 7:30 pm |
| Boarding (Virtual) | Wednesday, November 4, 8:00 - 9:00 am EST |
Dive Deeper
Learning at BSS
Get a closer look at our academic approach. Learn how our academic and co-curricular programs come to life inside and outside the classroom during these in-person small sessions with school leaders, teachers and students.
Who Should Attend: Parents seeking deeper insights into teaching and learning in specific entry-year programs.
| JK and Grade 1 | Tuesday, November 17, 9:00 - 10:30 am |
| Grade 6 | Wednesday, November 18, 9:00 - 10:30 a |
| Grade 7 | Thursday, November 19, 9:00 - 10:30 am |
| Grade 9 | Friday, November 20, 9:00 - 10:30 am |
BSS and Beyond
Hear from a panel of inspiring students and alumnae leaders. They will share their personal stories and show you how a BSS education prepares students to lead and succeed at school and after graduation.
Who Should Attend: Families who have applied to our Middle and Senior School entry years (Grades 7 and 9). Registration information will be shared after your application has been submitted.
| Grade 7 and 9 | Tuesday, February 2, 6:00 - 7:30 pm |
Katie TRIPP '23, BSS alum
The most impactful part of my experience was the dedication my teachers showed me every day.
BSS On The Road
The BSS Enrolment Team will be travelling to meet you in 2026-27. Please see the dates listed below and join us at a location near you. Contact Suzanne Ranson, Director of Enrolment, at sranson@bss.on.ca for more details.
Ontario
| October 17 | Our Kids Expo, Richmond Hill Country Club | York Region |
| October 18 | Our Kids Expo, Oakville Conference Centre | Halton-Peel |
| October 24 | Our Kids Expo, Roy Thomson Hall | Toronto |
Around the World
| September 15 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Taipei, Taiwan |
| September 17 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Wuhan, China |
| September 19 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Shanghai, China |
| September 22 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Beijing, China |
| September 30 | New York Parents League Boarding School Fair | New York City |
| October 2 - 4 | North American Boarding School Workshop | London, UK |
| October 3 - 5 | Study Expo Fair | Istanbul, Turkey |
| October 6 | Study Expo Fair | Ankara, Turkey |
| October 24 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Shenzhen, China |
| October 26 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Hong Kong |
| October 29 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Tokyo, Japan |
| October 31 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Seoul, South Korea |
| November 2 | BSS Information Session Email enrolment@bss.on.ca to register |
Hong Kong |
| January 18 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Hamilton, Bermuda |
| January 29 - 30 | CAIS Boarding School Fair | Mexico City, Mexico |
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Experience a virtual tour
Explore our learning spaces anytime, from anywhere. Take a 360 virtual tour of our Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, step inside our Boarding residences and discover our state-of-the-art STEAM, athletics and arts facilities.
Take the Tour
