A Different School of Thought: Strategic Plan 2026-2036

Student holding 3D printed model heart

Greenwood is built on a different school of thought.

 
We’re a co-ed school focused on community, connections and character, where teachers create a high challenge, high support environment that helps students reach their own definition of success. With an Adviser Program built into the curriculum and countless opportunities to engage with each other, the community, and the outdoor world, there’s no place like Greenwood. And that’s why there’s nothing like a Greenwood student. 
We spent the last year listening to students, alumni, staff, parents/guardians and past families in order to strengthen how we deliver key differentiators. We heard from our community that Greenwood students experience transformational growth in their time at our school – and we want to ensure this continues well into the future.

Our 2026-2036 Strategic Plan: A Different School of Thought outlines the vision, key differentiators, enablers and initiatives necessary to ensure Greenwood continues to achieve its mission.

Mission and Vision

Our Mission:

Our mission is to challenge, inspire, and support each student to develop the knowledge, skills and character needed to lead a fulfilling life and reach their full potential, within our welcoming community.

Our Vision:

Greenwood will be the definitive leader in personalized learning and transformative experiences that foster belonging, inspire curiosity, and build character, guiding students to achieve their personal best and thrive now and in the future.

Our Differentiators

students gathered in the gym

Guided Personalized Growth

Greenwood’s Adviser Program and distinct approach to personalized learning give every student the opportunity to thrive.

Student-Driven Experience

A customized experience enables every student to explore possibilities, strive for their personal best and develop future-ready skills.

Transformational Development

Challenging and engaging classroom and experiential opportunities inspire students to stretch and grow.

Student-Centred Dynamic Staff

Collaborative and adaptable staff know each student, understand their needs, and create optimistic environments that inspire learning.

Open Inclusive Community

Students belong to a vibrant community that values character and creates lifelong bonds.

Our Initiatives

 

1.Lead Globally in Personalized Learning
  • Facilitate a global personalized learning network and deliver Canada's best personalized learning experience.
  • Amplify the Adviser Program to strengthen student growth and skill development.
2. Propel Transformative Student Growth
  • Generate opportunities to champion engagement, character development, leadership, and well-being.
  • Enhance outdoor education and experiential learning.
3. Develop Dynamic Staff
  • Recruit & develop nimble, student-centred staff who are engaged in ongoing growth.
  • Champion the capabilities of staff via growth plans, coaching, partnerships, team PD, and the exploration of innovative teacher catalyst models.
4. Activate Human-Centred Community Input
  • Listen to learn, discover possibilities, and build programs based on community insights.
5. Cultivate a Vibrant Community
  • Foster relationships, inclusivity, diversity, and sustainability.
  • Champion community engagement, belonging and pluralism to drive collaboration and momentum.

Our Enablers

students climbing the school's rockwall



To deliver on our strategic differentiators and initiatives, we excel at:
 
- Exceptional and Adaptive Teacher Development
 
- Leadership in Personalized Learning

- Intentional Design of Challenge and Growth Experiences for Students

- Thoughtful Technology Leadership and Integration

- Intentional Community Building and Deep Engagement

- Purposeful Partnerships and Network Development

Greenwood College School

443 Mount Pleasant Road
Toronto, ON M4S 2L8
Tel: 416 482 9811
We acknowledge with gratitude the Ancestral lands upon which our main campus is situated. These lands are the Ancestral territories of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, Anishinabek and the Wendake. The shared responsibility of this land is honoured in the Dish with One Spoon Treaty and we strive to care for the land, the waters, and all creatures in the spirit of peace. We are responsible for respecting and supporting the enduring presence of all First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. When away from this campus we vow to be respectful to the land by protecting and honouring it. We will create relationships with the people and the land we may visit by understanding the territories we enter and the nations who inhabit them.
Copyright © 2022 Greenwood College School

Greenwood College School Charitable registration number: 873553317RR0001
Greenwood College School Foundation Charitable registration number: 860082247RR0001