Adventurous, yes, and... Ambitious
Strategy 2025 - 2030
Update on Progress - April 2026
Vision
Our vision is for Montcrest School to be a place where every learner exceeds what they think possible, engages beyond the classroom, and thrives in a dynamic, adaptable environment.
Montcrest Community
To deliver our vision for the future, the Montcrest community developed a compelling strategic direction focused on three key objectives: creating a culture of limitless learning, fostering adventure every day, and building a legacy for generations. These objectives reflect our commitment to nurturing curiosity, crafting meaningful experiences, and strengthening the foundation we leave for those who come aft We are six months into excited to show how th come to life in our com
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Objective 1
Create a culture of limitless learning.
Key Results
Every learner understands their strengths, stretches, and effective strategies to actively push beyond their current perceptions of what is possible.
Every graduate leaves Montcrest with the academic skills, self-awareness, and confidence they need to succeed for the next chapters in their life.
Students, families, and faculty partner to ensure every child has a clear understanding of their learning progress in order to successfully select and commit to their best-fit high school pathway.
Scroll through the following pages to see Objective 1 in action.
Grade 8 - Made in Canada
Grade 8 students shattered their own glass ceilings through the 'Made in Canada' exhibition. By stepping into the roles of professional researchers and corporate liaisons engaging directly with industry leaders to curate a 'living library' learners applied effective strategies to push beyond their current perceptions of what is possible, proving that their potential is truly unbound when the classroom meets the real world.
Grade 8
Made in Canada Fair
Grade 8s projects celebrate the creativity, craftsmanship, and grit of Canadian entrepreneurs.
Junior Kindergarten - Royal Kinder Museum
Our JKs 'Royal Kinder Museum ' redefined the boundaries of early childhood education, proving that a culture of limitless learning begins with our youngest inquiry-seekers. By taking the lead as expert curators and presenters across disciplines from the science of decomposition to the precision of ceramic arts these students pushed far beyond age-based expectations, demonstrating that when learners are deeply inspired, their capacity for mastery and sophisticated communication is truly boundless.
Adventure Meets Ambition
First LEGO League Robotics Competition
Kids' Lit Quiz Winners are now heading to the World Championships in New Zealand Battle of the Books Competition Still to come.... Gauss Contest Beaver Computing Challenge results CAIS Middle School Leadership Challenge
Grade 8 Graduate Pathways
Our commitment to guiding “best fit” pathways to high school is reflected in the Class of 2026 placement data, which showcases a strong distribution across independent and public schools and a high rate of multiple admissions offers for our students
Class of ‘26 High School
Destinations
TheBishopStrachanSchool
BranksomeHall CrescentSchool
DanforthCollegiate&TechnicalInstitute
EtobicokeSchooloftheArts
GreenwoodCollegeSchool
HarbordCollegiateInstitute
LakefieldCollegeSchool
MalvernCollegiateInstitute
MonarchParkCollegiateInstitute
NorthernSecondarySchool
RiverdaleCollegiateInstitute
RosedaleHeightsSchooloftheArts
RoyalSt.George’sCollege
St.Clement’sSchool
St.Michael’sCollegeSchool
TorontoPreparatorySchool
TheYMCAAcademy
TheYorkSchool
Type of School
Objective 2
Create adventure every day.
Key Results
Consistent and engaging learning experiences embrace and reflect the identities of all Montcrest learners.
Learning experiences go beyond the classroom, exploring the city, farm, and forest, harnessing emerging technologies.
Co-curricular and extracurricular experiences nurture learner’s passions and diversify interests.
Scroll through the following pages to see Objective 2 in action.
Learning and Exploring Beyond
From urban excursions to international explorations, our students truly lived the "Adventure Every Day" philosophy this year. Whether traveling by foot, streetcar, or plane, learners from JK through Grade 8 ventured beyond the classroom to engage with the city, farm, and forest, totalling an impressive 164 off-site adventures that spanned across the city, the province, and next year overseas for our Europe Trip.
Learning Beyond the Campus
Field trips during the 2025-26 school year.
Learning Beyond the City
The Village at Black Creek
Kortright Centre (TRCA)
Ridley College
Canadian Warplane Museum
(The Netherlands, France & Belgium)
Camp Oconto
Ottawa
Quebec City
Europe ‘27
Camp Wanakita
Brick Labs
Camp Kintail
Engaging Learning Experiences
Driven by our commitment to learning experiences that reflect the identities of all Montcrest learners, our new demographic survey provides the data needed to shape more inclusive and meaningful programming. This insight has already transformed our community gatherings, resulting in more diverse assembly themes and a significant 110% increase in parent engagement.
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Grade6CampWanakita Assembly
Lunar New Year Assembly presented by Grade 1s
Limitless Opportunities
Growth driven by our community: this year’s expanded lineup offers more opportunities for more students. By increasing both the number and types of programs available, we’re ensuring that adventure remains a consistent part of the Montcrest experience.
Objective 3
Build a legacy for generations.
Key Results
A bold master plan creates transformative indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate dynamic learning experiences.
Every family actively contributes to the school’s purpose, culture, community, and sustainability, with an unwavering commitment to volunteerism and generous financial giving.
The school's vision drives a thriving enrolment.
Scroll through the following pages to see Objective 3 in action.
Building a Legacy: The Road to our Campus Master Plan
The Montcrest Property Committee, a specialized committee of the Board of Governors, brings together Board members and (external) community volunteers to drive our campus evolution forward. Working together with school leadership, the committee is the engine behind our new Campus Master Plan. This timeline reflects their tireless efforts to secure an outstanding environment that supports innovative teaching and provides our students with the best possible opportunities to thrive.
Phase 1- Market Search
Six elite architectural firms submitted visions for our future
Phase 3- Finalist Interviews
Four firms interviewed to assess their commitment to the Montcrest mission
Phase 2- Rigorous Vetting
Proposals were scored via a rigorous rubric to ensure strategic and fiscal alignment
Phase 4- The Choice
Architect approved! We are finalizing the details with our new partner—stay tuned for the announcement.
Community Garden
Every family actively contribute the school’s purpose, culture, community, and sustainability, unwavering commitment to volunteerism and generous fina giving.
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Fundraising Goal Achieved
Construction Progress
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Community Garden Updates
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April 2026
Building Our Legacy, One Hour at a Time
A legacy is not only what we leave behind; it represents what we build together every day. This year, our community has shown remarkable dedication to this vision with 4,568 recorded hours of volunteer service.
203 Community Volunteers
Parents, Family Members, Alum, and External Partners.
Strategic Leadership (Board of Governors)
1,800 Hours
Memorable Moments (Events)
867 Hours
Legacy & Connection (Alum Programs)
71 Hours
Community Building (MPA Council & Programs)
1,396 Hours
While these 4,568 hours represent a monumental achievement, the true power of our legacy lies in our collective participation. Whether you give one hour or one hundred, your contribution is a brick in the foundation of our school's future.
Our New Digital Home is Here
Launched on December 11, 2025, our brand-new website provides an immersive digital window into the Montcrest experience. This dynamic platform uses enhanced storytelling and fresh media to bring our vision and strategic priorities to life, capturing the authentic magic of learning and teaching at our school.
The Heart of Our Learning Spaces
Our School Stories bring learning to life by giving you a front-row seat to your child’s education. Explore a curated collection of moments that show our strategy in action, highlighting how our teachers turn learning into a bold, limitless adventure.
