SLI | The Sidney Ledson School
Private - Coed - JK - Gr 6 - On-Site (students may participate from home by laptop on sick days)
SLI The Sidney Ledson School, established in 1980, has consistently excelled in offering an enriched and innovative education for students from Preschool to Grade 6. Our school is uniquely designed for gifted and high-achieving students who thrive on academic challenges and hands-on learning experiences.
Description
Founded in 1980 by best-selling author, Sidney Ledson, SLI excels in offering the best of traditional and innovative education to children from preschool to grade 6. Building on internationally acclaimed preschool reading success, SLI has grown into a hub for ground-breaking student achievement in literary, STEM, and artistic domains across all grade levels. Our tradition of excellence has continued online, and we now offer online and on-site participation options for the 2021-2022 year.
K-6
Specializations
Cognitive: Gifted, High Functioning Autism, mild ADHD
Curriculum: Accelerated, strong computer science, math, english, and french from Pre-K
Methodology: Ledson Method Early Years Reading Program and Toronto Exam Prep Math /Spirit of Math Curriculum
Academic Program Overview
SLI The Sidney Ledson School, founded in 1980, is renowned for its enriched, innovative education tailored for gifted and high-achieving students from Preschool to Grade 6. The school’s rigorous curriculum emphasizes STEM excellence, equipping students with advanced skills in math, coding, and engineering-based projects that foster critical thinking and real-world problem-solving. SLI also prioritizes entrepreneurship, teaching business fundamentals and leadership through challenges that enhance public speaking and teamwork. Literary achievement is highlighted through a robust writing program, enabling students to become published authors and gain national recognition. Annual science fairs promote inquiry and scientific reasoning, while arts and music programs encourage creative expression. The school’s house league system cultivates leadership, teamwork, and community spirit, rewarding academic and character-based achievements. With small class sizes and individualized learning, SLI nurtures student strengths, earning national accolades and building lasting confidence for lifelong success, setting a benchmark for academic excellence and leadership preparation.
Childcare and Extra/Co-Curriculars
Clubs, Before/After School Care, SSAT/ISEE readiness curriculum
Admissions Process
SLI The Sidney Ledson School is now accepting applications for admission for the Academic Year 2025 – 2026.
Class sizes will be capped at 12 students per class from Kindergarten to Grade 6, and a maximum of 5 students in the Preschool class. Admission is highly competitive, and we encourage early applications to secure a spot for your child.
While mid-year admissions are rare, if you are inquiring about availability for the 2024 – 2025 Academic Year, please contact the school to check for eligibility and availability.
Below, please follow the application process for admission: click here
Tuition and Other Fees
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Scholarship Opportunities
Mensa Youth may receive a scholarship, Merit Scholarship recipients are selected internally
Affiliations
-Mensa (shared programming with the Gifted Youth Group of Mensa Canada)
- U of T (Teacher Placement Program)
Location and Directions
Contact
Website: www.slischool.ca
Email: admissions@sidneyledsoninstitute.ca
Phone: 416 447 5355
Admissions: Rumina Shivji (extension 1)
Address: 220 Duncan Mill Rd, 107