The High Performing Athlete Programs provide academic programming and flexible scheduling for students-athletes who are involved in provincial, national or international level training and competition.
In order to meet the demands of intense training schedules, schools provide more flexible timetables in order to balance school with out of school commitments, so that athletes can strive for both academic and athletic excellence. Additionally, special consideration is given for school missed as a result of competition.
Elementary High Performing Athlete Programs
Hollycrest Middle School (Grades 4 - 8)
*NEW* Elia Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) – accepting applications for Grade 6 only (Sept 2025)
*NEW* Military Trail Public School (Grades 6 – 8) – accepting applications for Grade 6 only (Sept 2025)
Secondary Elite Athlete Programs
Northview Heights Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12)
Silverthorn Collegiate Institute (Grades 9 - 12)
*NEW* West Hill Collegiate Institute (Grades 9 – 12) – accepting applications for Grade 9 only (Sept 2025)
Athletic Involvement Requirement
- In order to qualify for this program, athletes must provide documentation of a training schedule of at least 12 hours (elementary) or 15 hours (secondary) during the school week impacting the student's ability to attend the regular school day. These are hours of team training, and do not include competitions or private training sessions.
- Students must be competing at a provincial, national, or international level of competition and this must be verified by a certified coach affiliated with a recognized club or organization.
- Students must meet the eligibility requirements (as per PR518) to register at a TDSB school, which includes currently residing within the province of Ontario.
- When demand exceeds spaces available, priority will be given to current TDSB students, the applicants residing within the City of Toronto and finally applicants residing outside of the City of Toronto.