Grades 7 and 8 in Toronto
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Some Toronto elementary schools run from JK to Grade 8. Others stop at Grade 5 or 6, and students move to a middle or senior school for Grades 7 and 8. Some specialized programs also start in Grade 7 and need an application.
Does your child need to move?
Check the grades on your current school’s page. If it stops before Grade 8, the board will have a school that takes students from your address for Grades 7 and 8.
Moving for Grade 7 from somewhere else
If you’re moving to Toronto or changing schools for Grade 7, start with the board’s address lookup, then contact the school. See Changing schools.
Specialized programs
Some arts, sports and academic programs take students from Grade 7 by application or audition, usually with deadlines in the fall or winter before. See Gifted and specialized programs.
Thinking ahead to high school
Grade 8 is when families choose a high school. See Choosing a high school.
Written with help from AI and checked by a person. Last reviewed 2026-11-14. Rules and dates change: check with your school board before you act.