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Trillium School

4277 14th Avenue, Markham, Ontario, L3R 0J2

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At a glance

Grades: NS – Gr. 12
Gender: Coed
Boarding: No
Founded: 1991
Board: Independent
Principal: Lily Moon
Program type: Site based only
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $9,200 – $41,500 /year
Application fee: $100.00
Enrolment fee: Non-refundable retainer equivalent to one month's tuition, payable upon confirmation of enrollment and applied to June tuition. The retainer remains non-refundable upon withdrawal.
Financial aid: Yes
Interview required: Yes
SSAT required: No
Acceptance rate: 100% university acceptance rate (Class of 2026); 100% acceptance to top universities
Open house: Open House days available; parents can also schedule private tours at other times

Admissions process

Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and are typically accepted by March for the following September intake. · Submit a completed application form, a copy of the student's birth certificate, a recent wallet-sized photograph, the $100.00 application fee, copies of the last two report cards, and documents proving legal guardianship. · The school contacts parents to schedule an entrance test and interview. Entrance examinations are required for Grades 1 and beyond; Casa/Kindergarten applicants do not require an entrance examination. · Following successful completion of any required entrance examination, the school issues a confirmation of enrollment. · A non-refundable retainer equivalent to one month's tuition is then required and applied to June tuition.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Traditional & Montessori
Class size: Varies

Tuition & financial aid details

Bursaries & scholarships

Trillium School Outstanding Graduate Scholarship: Merit-based scholarship recognizing student achievement.
Trillium School Excellence Scholarship: Merit-based scholarship recognizing student achievement.
Scholarship criteria: Scholarships are strongly tied to achievement in enriched academic programs; positive contributions to the school community are also recognized.

Course descriptions

Mathematics and Computing Contest Preparation

Weekly after-school courses develop problem-solving skills and prepare students for national and international mathematics and computing contests.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Courses for students whose first language is not English; teachers assess English proficiency upon arrival to determine the appropriate English stream.

IELTS Preparation and Language Remediation Program

Small-group instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening to strengthen English proficiency and help students meet university admission requirements.

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Learning programs

Specializations

Mathematics and computing contest preparation. · Business competition coaching, including FBLA Canada CNLC, Ivey High School Case Competitions, DECA, and the Fuse Challenge Case Competition. · English-language development through ESL and IELTS preparation.

Learning support

After-school tutoring for students requiring additional assistance in specific academic subjects. · English proficiency assessment and placement into an appropriate English stream. · Small-group IELTS preparation and language remediation. · Individualized guidance counselling supporting academic, career, personal, and emotional needs.

Student life

Sports

Athletic programs and full-sized gymnasium available

Arts

Art studio and artistic experiences included

Facilities

Science lab · Technology lab · Library · Art studio · Full-sized gymnasium · Kindergarten playroom · Fully enclosed outdoor play area

Outdoor activities & education

Campus outdoor space and recreation: Official Facilities page describes a fenced three-acre campus with a playing field and play structures, direct access to Milliken Mills Park, and school use of the nearby community centre for swimming/skating. Activities include sports/play days and seasonal tobogganing; dates vary.

University destinations

University of Toronto: A major destination for the Class of 2026; admissions include Engineering (PEY Co-op) and Computer Science.
University of British Columbia: A major destination for the Class of 2026; admissions include Applied Science (Engineering) and Science (Computer Science).
Queen's University: A major destination for the Class of 2026.
University of Waterloo: Class of 2026 admissions include Engineering (Co-op) and Computer Science (Co-op).
McGill University: Among the universities offering admission to Class of 2026 graduates.
McMaster University: Among the universities offering admission to Class of 2026 graduates.

About the school

Trillium School offers programs from 18 months of age through Grade 12, combining strong academics with athletic, artistic, and social experiences in a warm, nurturing environment.

Location & school highlights

Location

Located in Markham.

What makes the school distinct

Programs span 18 months of age through Grade 12 within one educational community.
Enriched academics are complemented by athletics, arts, social experiences, and leadership development.
After-school mathematics and computing contest preparation and teacher coaching for business competitions.
Each high school student is paired with a Guidance Counsellor for academic, personal, emotional, and post-secondary planning support.