Head of School

Canadians, and one-third are from countries around the world. Our network of 100+ CAIS independent schools, 5000+ IB Schools and 200+ Round Square Schools makes Ashbury’s world even bigger.

Our recent hosting of the Round Square International Conference displayed our whole school community’s high level of engagement in world issues. The conference program tackled many topics that opened new doors for learning about the Arctic and its peoples, Indigenous perspectives, climate change and how the North concerns all of us in our interconnected world. At the very least, students experienced the adventures, joys and challenges of Canadian winter and left with a better sense of “Living the North.”

Dear Ashburians,

Our 131st school year has advanced with a full return to on-campus learning for our Junior, Boarding and Senior students after several years of disruption in schools around the world. I am often asked how Ashbury has fared this year, with my response being that our approach has been one of re-engaging our students with academically enriched and experientially filled school days.

Importantly, we have ensured that our students remain connected to the global community as a diverse group of students who live and study on campus and within our network of international schools around the world. Of our nearly 750 students this year, two-thirds are

Spring has since emerged quickly on the Ashbury campus after a true embrace of the winter season. The fields are green once again, and the cycle of life at Ashbury never ceases to challenge and enrich. As the Class of 2023 prepares to look to the future, we also celebrate our history and the legacy many leave at Ashbury. Retiring after 30+ years are Brian Storosko, teacher, coach, Head of Matthews House, Head of Junior School and Deputy Head of School, who captures the spirit of the dedication of our faculty and staff; Jean Teron, with 40+ years as a loyal parent, Board member, Board Chair and Governor Emeritus, her name adorns our highest volunteer award as she continues to remain involved in school life; and, Stephen Woollcombe, with an incredible 50+ years of Board service, custodian of school history and author, parent of Dharini ’93 and grandson of our Founding Head, G.P. Woollcombe, Stephen reminds us of how we continue to evolve and thrive as Ashburians.

Thank you to all those who have stayed connected to Ashbury. We are all stronger together! Merci, Migwech, Nakurmiik.

Probitas, Virtus, Comitas, Norman Southward Head of School | Directeur