Thinking about buying a new home? As a local real estate agent, I know that proximity to great schools is often a top priority for future parents and families who are searching for the perfect place to lay down roots. Luckily, Oakville has options for every age and grade range. Whether you’re searching for public, private, or faith-based education opportunities.
In this blog, we’ll look at a few of Oakville’s best schools to help you decide where you’d like to live.
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Oakville’s Top Schools: Who Makes the Cut?
Oakville is one of Toronto’s best suburbs – especially for families. Along with Oakville’s great communities and family homes, one of its best features is the wide selection of local schools.
Truthfully, the vast majority of schools in Oakville are excellent. However, some are known for having an especially strong reputation.
While there’s no universal Oakville school ranking, parents trust the Fraser Institute. The Fraser Institute is well known for being Canada’s leading school aggregator and rating system.
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The Best Public Elementary Schools in Oakville
Based on local reputation and rankings from the Fraser Institute, the best elementary schools in Oakville include:
Forest Trail Public School
Boasting a perfect ‘10’ score from the Fraser Institute, Forest Trail Public School is considered one of the best elementary schools in Oakville. This institution serves students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 in West Oak Trails and the adjacent communities.
Joshua Creek Public School
Located in one of Oakville’s most popular family neighbourhoods, Iroquois Ridge North, Joshua Creek Public School stands out as a great place for kids to learn from Jr Kindergarten to Grade 8.
W.H. Morden Public School
W.H. Morden Public School, situated in the Bronte East neighbourhood of Oakville, provides a vibrant and welcoming educational setting for students from Kindergarten through Grade 8.
The Best Public High Schools in Oakville
Based on both their local reputation and Fraser Institute rankings, the top high schools in Oakville include:
Oakville Trafalgar High School
Originally founded as ‘Oakville High School’, Oakville Trafalgar High School has a long track record of academic success (and an impressive alumni list).
Iroquois Ridge High School
Iroquois Ridge High School is one of Oakville’s larger secondary schools in terms of enrollment. Students benefit from the size, modern facilities, and on-site amenities that enhance learning and development
White Oaks Secondary School
Known for its academic excellence, White Oaks Secondary School offers the renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Students may also enrol in the Specialist High Skills Major, allowing them to focus on a particular field of study as they prepare for life after graduation.
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Private Schools in Oakville
Given Oakville’s heritage is a first-choice destination for affluent families, it may be no surprise that it’s home to a number of great options for private education. Some of the best private schools in Oakville include:
Appleby College
Founded more than 100 years ago, Appleby College has long been considered one of the best private schools in all of Ontario. Providing day and boarding programs from Grade 7 through Grade 12, Appleby College draws local students from around the GTA, but also across Canada and abroad.
MacLachlan College
MacLachlan College is a co-ed independent school serving students from Pre-kindergarten all the way through Grade 12. Known for its small class sizes and experiential learning programs, MacLachlan College strives to prepare its students for an evolving world.
St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School
One of Canada’s top all-girls schools, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School, is known for its faith-forward approach to education. Welcoming students from Jr Kindergarten through Grade 12, they aim to provide an enhanced academic program, leadership development, and practical, real-world education for girls.
French Immersion Schools in Oakville
Although there are no Francophone-exclusive schools in Oakville, a handful of private, public and Catholic schools offer partial or complete French immersion pathways. Those options include:
École élémentaire Patricia-Picknell
École élémentaire Patricia-Picknell is one of Oakville’s top fully-French elementary schools. It’s part of the GTA-wide CSV – a network of French secular schools.
École secondaire Gaétan-Gervais
Also part of CSV, École secondaire Gaétan-Gervais is Oakville’s primary French-language high school.
Fern Hill School (Oakville Campus)
Fern Hill School, one of Ontario’s best-known private education institutions, offers a unique French immersion program at their Oakville campus. From Preschool to Grade 8, students can be immersed in the French language while learning a wide range of subjects.
Catholic Francophone Learning
Two Oakville schools within the Halton Catholic School District, St. Marguerite d’Youville and St. Mary, offer Grade 1 French immersion.
Find a Family Home in Oakville
Looking for the right place to lay down roots and raise a family? It’s hard to think of a better community than Oakville! That said, if you’re thinking about buying in Oakville, you’ll want to partner with a local real estate agent, one who specializes in helping families, like me!
For more than 30 years, I’ve helped Oakville families discover (and buy) their dream homes, and I can do the same for you. Not only do I have the unique insights and expertise to help you navigate the market strategically, but I also strive to make the house-hunting process as fun as possible.
Searching for the perfect family home? I’m here to help! Send me an email at stacey@staceyrobinson.com or call 905-346-8188.
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