OUR STUDENTS ARE NOT BACKING DOWN
BRANKSOME HALL'S STRATEGIC VISION
In the face of exponential change and complex global challenges, our students listen deeply, think differently and make a difference.
Branksome Hall is a catalyst — empowering and inspiring a new generation of learners and leaders to change the world.
Grounded in our values while constantly evolving, our 2022-25 Strategy Refresh is responsive to student needs and a shifting societal context.
This 2023-24 Strategy Report shows how we keep students
at the centre. Boldly united and fiercely independent, we are charting new paths at the forefront of girls’ education. As we build on a strong foundation of excellence, we are just getting started.
MAKE WAY.
OUR STRATEGIC APPROACH
MISSION
Each day, we challenge and inspire girls to love learning and to shape a better world.
VISION
To be the pre-eminent educational community of globally minded learners and leaders.
VALUES
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
INCLUSIVENESS
CREATIVITY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
OUR PRIORITIES
Together, we are building on our tradition of IB academic excellence and leadership in innovation, the arts and STEM by taking an integrated approach to well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion, world-class learning and working opportunities, and the creation of local, national and global connections.
As Toronto’s leading independent International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for girls, Branksome is uniquely positioned to equip learners from JK to Grade 12 with the skills to unlock their potential and change the world.
By uplifting employees through robust professional and leadership development opportunities, we equip and inspire them to deliver on each of our strategic priorities and to create ideal learning environments for our students.
While Branksome has long been a caring community, we have deepened our commitment to well-being by integrating social-emotional learning across the school and restructuring our counselling support model to ensure all members of our community have access to the support they need.
More than a buzzword or game-changing tech solution, innovation is a mindset—a way of engaging with the world. And it’s core to everything we do at Branksome Hall.
At Branksome Hall, we ensure diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) permeate our culture, guide our actions and are reflected in our lived experiences.
To be inspired to make a difference, we need to be engaged with the world around us. Branksome fosters a culture of international mindedness by providing extensive opportunities for students and employees to collaborate with innovators, experts and community leaders.
OUR IMPACT
UNLOCKING STUDENT POTENTIAL
graduating students received a combined total of more than 670 university offers of acceptance from notable U.S., Canadian and UK schools and highly selective programs, including 136 U.S. offers, 51 UK offers, 6 Ivy League offers, 4 direct entry Medical Program offers, 80 offers to Queen’s, 56 offers to McGill, 41 offers to U of T, 26 offers to U Waterloo and 26 offers to UBC
offered in scholarships across the Class of 2024
student athletes in Fall & Winter seasons of 2023-24, 383 on 21 teams in 7 Fall sports, 396 on 22 teams in 7 Winter sports, winning 3 championships, 5 silver medals and 1 co-hosted CAIS tournament for Senior Soccer
EQUIPPING AND ENGAGING EMPLOYEES
of employees engaged in leadership programs delivered by the Centre for Strategic Leadership (CSL)
of employees take part in individual leadership coaching through the CSL
of employees participated in a recent values survey
SUPPORTING
STUDENTS
school and university counsellors, social workers and Learning Strategies teachers
expert guest speakers sharing insights with parents and school leaders on child development and well-being in the 2023-24 school year
in financial assistance disbursed in 2023, making Branksome more accessible to a diverse student population
UNLEASHING
INNOVATION
Branksome’s Noodle business accelerator program has doubled in size, and has expanded to include Grade 4 students
leaders at the top of their field in innovation, tech and entrepreneurship provide strategic insights through our Innovation Council
funds raised towards innovation initiatives in 2023-24
DEEPENING DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
student affinity and DEI-focused groups at Branksome Hall
of JK-12 students learning about inclusiveness and belonging
days of significance and related celebrations this year (Diwali, Lunar New Year, parents’ association events)
BUILDING
COMMUNITY
have contributed a total of $26 million to date as part of historic Make Way Campaign
volunteers in 2023-24, supporting and celebrating our many distinct communities
students from over 30 countries engaged in Branksome’s second global Re:Solved debate
