The Benefits of Co-Ed

At Greenwood, students develop healthy, respectful relationships with peers of all genders.

Please note, we use the term “co-ed” in a broad context, inclusive of all gender identities.

Our school environment models life beyond high school. Co-ed learning gives students the opportunity to practice working with others, to collaborate in mixed groups, and to empathize with peers. 

In our classrooms, on teams, clubs and committees, and in the halls, Greenwood students:

At Greenwood, personalized learning drives everything we do, including the way we engage students in our co-ed classrooms. We know there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to teaching; we get to know our students as individuals and use best practices in education to create innovative and student-centred classrooms.

Our staff stays up-to-date on gender in education research – and conducts their own – to ensure our teaching practices and social supports benefit all individuals.

Our co-ed environment allows students to be confident when navigating postsecondary school and life outside of Greenwood because they learn to work with people of all genders in a meaningful and productive way. 

We also create safe and welcoming single-gender opportunities for our students, as we know there are also benefits to forming bonds within these communities. Our Outdoor Education trips along with several athletics teams provide students ample opportunities for single-sex interactions.