private

Brooklyn College

North York, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: 9 – 12
Gender: Co-educational
Boarding: Yes
Board: Independent
Principal: Tanbir Haque
Program type: Online/Site Based
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Application fee: Not specified in provided text
Enrolment fee: Not specified in provided text
Interview required: Yes
Acceptance rate: Not specified in provided text

Admissions process

Complete the online application form. The admissions team will contact applicants within two business days to arrange an interview for the child. ESL placement uses IELTS results or the Brooklyn English Placement Test; students with IELTS scores below 6.0 must complete the Brooklyn English Placement Assessment before enrolling.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Ontario secondary curriculum for the OSSD, with guidance counsellors supporting elective and university-pathway planning. The school also offers multi-level ESL, English for Academic Purposes and IELTS preparation. Its 2026–27 registration guide lists Grade 9–12 Ontario credits and separate university-preparatory and English-language options; verify current sections in the term calendar.
Student–teacher ratio: Small classes emphasized with personalized support
Accreditation: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) program

Tuition & financial aid details

Not specified in provided text

Bursaries & scholarships

Scholarship awards program in place
specific details not provided in text

Course descriptions

OSSD Grades 9–12

Ontario credit courses and university-pathway guidance; the 2026–27 school registration guide lists secondary credits and separate university-preparatory options. Availability varies by term.

ESL

Five levels (ESL AO–EO) develop reading, writing, speaking, listening, academic vocabulary and critical thinking. Placement is based on IELTS or the school English Placement Test.

English for Academic Purposes

Runs with ESL and focuses on grammar, vocabulary and writing for academic study.

IELTS preparation

Preparation covers writing, listening, speaking and reading, with tracks matched to current and target band scores.

Brooklyn Prep Basketball

The school advertises an academic and competitive basketball pathway for student-athletes; participation and recruitment details should be confirmed.

View course information on the school website

School images

School videos

Learning programs

Specializations

OSSD university preparation · ESL, academic English, and IELTS preparation · Student-athlete development through Brooklyn Prep Basketball · Hands-on STEM and creativity summer programming for ages 6–12

Languages

English · with ESL support for international students · Mandarin · French · Korean available as course options

Learning support

Personalized guidance and pathway planning for ESL students, with placement and support at each stage of language development. · Guidance on course selection and university applications. · Mandatory study hall and coach check-ins for Brooklyn Prep basketball athletes.

Student life

Arts

Sample OSSD electives include Photography, Visual Arts, Fashion Design, Drama, and Media; offerings vary according to student needs and school programming.

Facilities

Campus spanning over 15,000 square feet · Classrooms and academic facilities · School residence · Student service areas

Clubs & extracurricular activities

The current school site invites students to join clubs and Student Council
and features volunteering
sports competitions
campus debate and drama. It does not publish a complete dated roster. The activities page says volunteering requires school approval
examples include community organizations
senior support
sports programs
events and hospitals.

Outdoor activities & education

Community volunteering: School-approved placements may include community organizations, senior support, sports programs, community events and hospitals.
Morningside Park trip: School news from October 2026 documents a student trip to Morningside Park. This is a dated example, not a regular outdoor-education program.
Future Explorers camp: The school advertises creative and discovery activities for younger learners. The reviewed 2026 dates have passed; future schedules need confirmation.

University destinations

University of Toronto: A school graduate profile identifies a 2025 graduate entering Life Sciences.
University of Waterloo: A school graduate profile identifies a 2025 graduate entering Computer Science.
McMaster University: A school graduate profile identifies a 2024 graduate entering Engineering.
Other reported offers: The 2025 offers page also names University of Ottawa, Western and McGill; it does not give a complete dated cohort breakdown.

About the school

Established in 1997, Brooklyn College offers Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) programs, English-language preparation, and university pathway guidance, with small classes and personalized support.

Location & school highlights

Location

Located in the North York community
with a campus spanning over 15
000 square feet.

What makes the school distinct

Small classes, personalized academic support, and university pathway planning.
Five credit-bearing ESL levels leading into Grade 11 or Grade 12 academic English.
Brooklyn Prep basketball combines OSSD studies with professional-grade training and recruiting exposure through Legacy International Academy.

Notable alumni

Graduates admitted to universities across Canada, United States, and beyond; students received offers from respected universities and QS Top 200 universities