Toronto's foremost private boys school, operating under the IB Program.

Opportunities abound at UCC

As an IB Continuum World School, we provide transformational learning experiences in an exceptional day and boarding environment.
Vibrant community

Boys establish lifelong friendships and connections at UCC.
Exceptional facilities

Students enjoy a double-pad arena, fitness complex, music studio and theatre, film and design labs.
Learning in action

Our expert faculty and exceptional learning environment inspire boys to achieve their full potential.
Inspiring service-oriented leaders

We embrace the opportunity and take responsibility for making a difference in our local and global communities.
Pluralism of perspectives

We celebrate and appreciate our similarities — and differences. Our diversity creates opportunities to harmonize.

Upper Canada College

Upper Canada College was founded in 1829 and is an IB Continuum World School, enrolling 1,200 students in Senior Kindergarten through Year 12, including 88 boarders from around the world. Located in central Toronto on 35 acres of green space, UCC's mission to deliver transformational learning experiences is supported by expert faculty, cutting-edge facilities and wide-ranging co-curricular offerings. Approximately 20 per cent of students receive financial assistance from the school's sector-leading program, with $5 million available annually to Canadian students. An alumni community of more than 12,500 in 80+ countries includes leaders and innovators in politics, finance, arts, athletics, media and beyond.

- IB Continuum World School

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1,240

Students in SK to Year 12
86

Boarding students
16

Countries represented in boarding
8:1

Student to faculty ratio
100%

Grads receive university offers
46%

Grads enter STEM programs

Learn More About UCC

Every second counts at UCC

Created by IB Film students in Year 11 and 12

Explore Our Schools

Preparatory School
Comprised of the Peacock Building and the John David Eaton Building, we are home to close to 410 boys in SK through Year 7. Learn More
Upper School
Distinguished by a landmark clock tower at the north end of campus, we are home to about 750 boys in Years 8 to 12.
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Norval Outdoor School
Our "second campus" is a 430-acre nature sanctuary 40 minutes northwest of Toronto.
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What's Happening

New Casey Fellow zeroes in on happiness

Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, a distinguished professor of psychology at the University of California, Riverside, speaks to students, faculty and the wider UCC community on Nov. 27. Read more here.
Fall sports roundup

As the fall athletics season comes to a close, there are many successes to celebrate. Read more here.
Alumni Spotlight

Inventive new Old Boy Steven Tian ’23 holds two patents. Read more here.
Actors on the case in Prep plays

With great energy and style, two recent productions demonstrated there’s no mystery that young students can’t untangle. Read more here.

Festive Marketplace: December 8

Celebrate the holidays and support this annual initiative that directly benefits our students. Enjoy student musical performances and art displays, participate in the popular Snowball Grab or the gingerbread house draw, sample delicious treats at the bake sale, or simply connect and catch up over coffee and holiday shopping!

Visit www.uccfestivemarketplace.com for more details!