Royal St. George's College is a private boys' school (grades 3 to OAC) in downtown Toronto with emphasis on a well-rounded liberal education. The College's credo states,

"The best preparation for lifelong learning is a liberal education that places a premium on balance. Whereas it is fashionable to favour some subject areas over others, we believe that it is the breadth of course selection, rather than the specialization, that is the foundation of success."

As part of the curriculum, St. George's offers a comprehensive music program, including both choral and instrumental music. It maintains a close relationship with St. James Cathedral, renowned for its choirs.

Features

• 450 students (approximately 160 elementary)
• small class sizes (no more than 12 in grade 3, maximum of 21 in Grade 9, average of 12 in OAC)
• Advanced Placement classes (average 9 students) equivalent to first year university courses

Programs

• Choral Music program
• Instrumental program
• Jazz Ensemble

Teachers:

• Hal Hannaford, Principal
• Doug Jamieson, Director Choral Music
• Gary Martin, Head of Music
• Tom Wade West, Music Teacher

Auditions:

Representatives of the College begin meeting families in the fall of 2000 to discuss admission for September 2001. Information nights will be held on October 12, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. and January 25, 2001 at 7:30 p.m.

Fees:

Tuition fees for the 2000-2001 school year are $14,000, payable in three installments. Some scholarships are available, including scholarships for boys who audition for the choral music program.

Contact Information:

ROYAL ST. GEORGE'S COLLEGE
140 Howland Ave.
Toronto, ON M5R 3B5
Telephone (416) 533-9481
Fax (416) 533-0028, 533-5879
Web site: www.rsgc.on.ca
email: djamieson@rsgc.on.ca (choral music director)

Updated August 26, 2000