The Pickering Difference

 “Pickering gave our son purpose. He found what he loves — and the confidence to chase it.”  
— Grade 12 Parent

“Outstanding academics. Unwavering support. Endless opportunities. Everything students need to thrive.”
— Alumni Family

“We wanted a school that sees our child as a whole person. We found it.”  
— Junior School Parent

Families choose Pickering College because we combine:

• Rigorous academics with proven outcomes and global recognition

• Warm, nurturing classrooms where small class sizes and caring teachers ensure every child is seen

• Real-world engagement that connects learning to purpose (Community Innovator Award, 2025)
• Mentorship and expert guidance that inspires students to take action
• 21st century skills: robotics, coding, design prototyping, and technology integration, preparing students for the future
• Values-driven education that emphasizes character and community

Academic excellence is inseparable from character development at Pickering College. Through leadership opportunities, experiential learning, outdoor education, the arts, athletics, and real community partnerships, students learn who they are, what they care about, and how they can make a meaningful difference.  

At Pickering College, students can expect: 

• A university-preparatory curriculum with high expectations  
• Small class sizes and individualized instruction  
• Inquiry-based, experiential, and interdisciplinary learning  
• Emphasis on critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration  
• Performance-based assessments, research projects, and presentations  

When students learn this way, grounded in rigorous academics, supported by caring teachers, and connected to real-world purpose, everything changes.

• They become motivated.
• They become capable.
• They become ready.

The result: confident, capable young people who have seen the edge of what we know and can do and who are inspired with urgency and purpose to contribute meaningfully and make a difference.

This is the moment to secure a place where your child can grow into their fullest potential.