At Possibilities, we believe that supporting neurodiverse learners takes collaboration between families, schools, and community professionals. Our School Spotlight series highlights private schools that offer inclusive learning environments, specialized programs, and individualized supports designed to meet a range of developmental and learning needs. These features help parents explore private school education options and connect with schools that align with their child’s strengths and support needs.
A gender-inclusive, co-ed independent school for twice-exceptional (2e) and anxious learners across two midtown Toronto campuses — 20+ years of proving that education can be tailored, not templated.
Where is The Study Academy located, and who attends?
- Lower School — 20 Glebe Road East, Toronto, ON
- Upper School — 2040 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON (home to the Upper School since 2017)
- Both campuses are TTC accessible, within easy reach of the Davisville and Eglinton subway stations and the Eglinton Crosstown LRT
Gender-inclusive, co-ed school
145 students across both campuses (80 in the Upper School, 65 in the Lower School)
What are the class sizes, and what academic programs are offered?
Average class size: 6:1
- The Study Academy is an accredited Cambridge International School, offering Cambridge A-Level classes and reach-ahead credits for advanced enrichment alongside its learning support programming. The Upper School follows the Ontario Curriculum with students obtaining OSSDs. 93% of students are accepted into their first-choice university.
Lower School literacy support
- Empower™ Reading
Upper School literacy, numeracy & student success supports
- Math and Literacy Intervention
- Student success support for executive function, social dynamics, and parental support
Does The Study Academy create Individual Learning Plans?
Every student has an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) from the day they join The Study Academy. ILPs are created in collaboration with families and support teams, and are reviewed regularly by teachers throughout the year.
What extracurricular opportunities exist beyond academics?
The Study Academy is a Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award school, and students take part in global service trips and outdoor education alongside enriched extracurricular opportunities at both campuses.
- A broad elective catalogue spans both campuses — including film studies, foreign languages, debate, and experimental art, alongside Lower School favourites like cooking, coding, leadership, and mythology
- Lower School — students select up to 4 elective courses per year from more than 25 options
- Upper School — 25+ clubs running before, during, and after school
- Lower School — ~20 clubs running before, during, and after school
- External math competitions through the University of Waterloo
Regular field trips that support and enhance classroom learning
Who should families contact, and do you offer tours?
Tours are available for both the Upper School and Lower School, as well as classroom visits for prospective students.
Admissions: [email protected]
In Their Words
“The Study Academy thrives where traditional education falls short, by replacing rigid, one-size-fits-all instruction with personalized mentorship, neurodiverse learning strategies, and an unwavering belief in every student’s individual potential.”
— Sioned Mair Taylor, Principal of the Upper School since 2025
“Our school is a space where kids with diverse and unique learning profiles can come and have the chance to be celebrated for the amazing brains that they have and the incredible learners that they are.”
— Bradley Gunter, Principal of the Lower School since 2022
Get in Touch
[email protected]
thestudyacademy.ca
Lower School: 20 Glebe Road East, Toronto, ON
Upper School: 2040 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON
What Makes The Study Academy Unique
6:1 average class sizes, an Individual Learning Plan for every student, Cambridge A-Level enrichment, and 20+ years of pioneering neurodiverse and 2e education — delivered by educators who believe every learning profile deserves to be celebrated.
