The St. George’s Experience

The St. George’s experience nurtures the formation of fully prepared, confident, self-aware originals who possess an ever-expanding interest in the world and a personal dedication to making meaningful contributions.

Our Focus on Research and Innovation

In the Elementary School Classroom

St. George’s Centre for Learning Enrichment develops cutting-edge programming in-house, prioritizing social and emotional learning outcomes alongside conventional academic benchmarks. At the Elementary level, students begin to cultivate the skills and understanding necessary for negotiating life’s challenges.

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In the High School Classroom

Critical and creative exploration and inquiry engages High School students in the development of skills and habits that will enable them to thrive, overcome obstacles, and pursue meaningful and fulfilling lives. Social, cognitive and emotional growth is facilitated through original programming and ongoing research spearheaded by St. George’s own Centre for Learning Enrichment.

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“ The foundation and support I received from my teachers and the staff at St. George's was unprecedented. It was a safe haven for creativity. For this, I am forever thankful. ”

Matthew, Class of '99

“ One of the things that stands out for me is the extent to which St. George’s teachers went to nurture their students. There was total devotion to us. ”

Richard, Class of '77

“ If it hadn't been for St. George’s, recognizing my ability to engage with people and giving me the tools and opportunities to practice, I don’t know that I’d have believed in myself to get to where I am today. ”

Sten-Erik, Class of '08

“ The sense of acceptance I felt being welcomed into the St. George’s family gave me the comfort to grow as a person, on my own terms. ”

Camilla, Class of '18

Our Vision for Sustainability

Building momentum with real action.

In looking to the future, we’ve committed to letting sustainability guide our every move. This means taking deliberate action to safeguard our most precious resources: our people, planet and prosperity. By embracing sustainable practices and working toward collective goals, we prioritize our long-term growth and in doing so conserve the St. George’s experience for future generations of learners. Find out more ›

Our 6 Founding Principles

St. George’s has been at the forefront of progressive educational research and practice since 1930. While our Founding Principles continue to guide us, their meanings and application are always evolving, particularly as we gain a deeper understanding of child development and the neuroscience of learning.

The child should have abundant opportunity for creative expression

The ability to think and act creatively is our most precious resource. At St. George’s, we have always recognized this. We ask students to apply creativity in teamwork, in re-approaching and improving work, in solving complex problems, and in understanding and appreciating diverse viewpoints and experiences.

Adapt education to the differences of the individual child

The sciences of learning and child development have come a long way since 1930. Our work to under-stand and apply new research findings and concepts has continued apace. This inspires and enables us to build learning experiences suited to every child as they grow, develop, discover, and pursue their own passions.

Health must come
first

Our programs are designed to accompany children from Kindergarten onward, providing physical activities, and social emotional learning opportunities for constructive, age-appropriate play.

Group-consciousness and social-mindedness should be developed

More than ever, today’s world needs people who understand and care for one another, and who are devoted caretakers of our most essential resources. Active learning, engagement outside the classroom, and an emphasis on the development of character—from the classroom to the community—imbue a capacity for social engagement and global stewardship.

Learning comes from
doing

St. George’s has always supported learning by doing as a fundamental principle of our school. Here, hands-on, project-led classroom experiences engage students in real-world exploration that turns theory not just into practice, but also lifelong interests.

The classroom should be freed from unnatural restraints

In St. George’s classrooms you will find students working individually and in groups, on questions and projects that draw them into their own learning process. We value productivity, and treasure the relationships and empathy that develop between students, teachers and each other.

Our Story

Nine decades of graduating original, independent, resilient, generous and critical thinkers. Our school’s founders were motivated by bold ideas that were way ahead of their time.

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Elementary School

Our students live and learn in an environment that nurtures their natural curiosity through talking, listening, thinking, and doing.

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High School

A real, mutual respect exists between students, among colleagues, and especially in each student-teacher relationship.

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St. George's Stories

Anouk

Class of '88

I have no doubt St. George’s was the best place for my education. When I speak of education, I don’t mean getting prepared for a career, but for life in the world.

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Kevin

Class of '18

My homestay family says they're lucky to have me, but I always feel it's me who's lucky to have them.

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Helena

Class of '20

It was kind of meant to be. The second I walked into St. George's, I thought, "Yes, this is the school for me."

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Aaron

Staff, Class of '98

For the past 25 years, St. George's has been my home. I love being able to give the same attention and devotion to students that I felt my teachers gave to me.

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