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A structured, supportive learning environment where students build confidence, independence, and success through individualized instruction and the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum.
Serving bright minds for over 50 years.
Small classes. Individualized attention. Meaningful progress.
50+ Years Supporting Students
Registered Charity
Independent K–8 School in Toronto
Ontario Curriculum
Small Class Sizes
Individualized Learning Approach
Every child learns differently.
At Dunblaine School, we create a calm and structured environment where students who benefit from individualized support can experience real academic progress and renewed confidence.
We focus on:
Reducing learning stress and overwhelm
Building foundational academic skills
Strengthening independence and focus
Supporting long-term confidence in learning
WHAT WE OFFER
Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum
Small class sizes for meaningful attention
Individualized learning pathways
Structured, predictable classroom environment
Support for diverse learning profiles
Bridges to Grade 9 transition program
BRIDGES TO GRADE 9
A dedicated transition program helping students prepare for high school success by building:
Study skills and organization
Academic independence
Time management and routines
Confidence in larger school environments
WHO THIS IS BEST FOR
Our program is best suited to students who:
Thrive in structured, predictable learning environments
Benefit from individualized academic support
Learn best in small, calm classroom settings
Can participate safely and consistently in a classroom environment
TUITION
Annual tuition: $27,300
Tuition support may be available for eligible families.
Where applicable, Ontario Autism Program (OAP) funding may support therapeutic services for students with autism (including ASD Level 1), as part of an individualized support plan.
If you are looking for a structured, supportive school where your child can build confidence, close learning gaps, and succeed academically, we invite you to connect with us.
We would be pleased to determine whether Dunblaine School is the right fit for your family.
Testimonials
After identifying significant learning gaps, our son was struggling in a mainstream classroom and beginning to feel isolated. At Dunblaine School, he was supported, engaged, and able to learn alongside peers with similar needs. He regained his confidence, looked forward to school again, and is now graduating high school next year.
Parent of student (grades 2-8)
Education designed for our kids.
Our highly qualified staff play an important role in creating a learning environment that’s safe, creative and allows every child to be themselves.
Teachers & Staff
Kathleen Benbow
Junior & Intermediate
B.A. M.A. B. Ed. Teaching
Students w/ Behavioural Needs,
Special Ed I, OCT
Renee Nerima
Resource Teacher
B.A. B. Ed. Special Ed I,
Special Ed II & Specialist OCT
Danny Fekete
Resource & Technology
Hons B.A. B. Ed. M.A.
Special Ed I, OCT
Alisa Green
Speech Language
Pathologist
M.H., Sc.
Francine Persico
Occupational Therapist
M.H., Sc, OT, OT Reg. (Ontario)“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Tailor-made education.
Our Holistic Approach:
Highly Individualized
Curriculum tailored to strengths & challenges
Academic Achievement + Social /Emotional
Development
Evidenced Based
Ongoing assessments that adapt to every child.
Supportive, Safe + Inclusive
Empowering students to thrive in their unique way.
Highly Collaborative Model
Students + Parents + Teachers
All students take assessment tests to evaluate their skills. This helps teachers determine the right educational and emotional support the student may require. 
Based on the Student Academic
Screening, our teachers in tight
collaboration with parents craft a
customized education and learning
plan tailored to each students
academic profile. 
To ensure each individual learning plan is actually working, we issue ongoing reports and regular feedback to highlight areas of strength and development along with learning styles and adaptation to the class environment, 
Teachers monitor student progress and adjust learning plans based on real world progress tracking and student development. This happens throughout the year with various reports, feedback loops with parents and ongoing monitoring. Let’s take the guessing game out of our kids progress. We incorporate nationally recognized measurement tools to track progress and make sure we know the best path forward to our kids success. The right learning plan + curriculum for every child.
Supporting Student Success.
Our targeted intervention programs and innovative technology partnerships.
Reading and Writing Intervention
Assistive Technology support and training
Benchmark Assessment and Progress Tracking
Mathematics Intervention
Acoustically Engineered
Focus Work Pods.
Technology is a facilitator, not a distraction.
Our approach is further elevated by an exciting partnership with Apple. Exploring cutting-edge tools and resources to enhance student learning. Through this collaboration, we aim to empower students with innovative technologies that support their unique learning journeys, fostering creativity, engagement, and academic success.
Dunblaine kids learn by doing.
From our MakerSpace to our partnership with KIWICO STEM Kits, we believe giving our kids real world experience helps inspire new possibilities to build and grow.
Classrooms our kids love.
Bright. Beautiful.
Eco-friendly. Acoustically designed for learning.
By implementing effective acoustic techniques, we can create a more comfortable & conducive learning environment for students with (or without) sensory sensitivities.
Removing sound pollution helps our kids learn
Improve student focus
by 20%+
Improved communication and speech intelligibility
by 35%+
Enhanced classroom performance and academic achievement
Reduction in stress levels for students and teachers
(*heart rates calmed by 10bpm when acoustics improved)