About Sarah
I've experienced independent schools from just about every angle.
As a student, teacher, admissions team member, and now a parent, independent schools have been part of my life for decades. Each role has given me a different perspective, but they've all reinforced the same thing: finding the right school can have an enormous impact on a child's experience.
A 360° perspective
I've sat on both sides of the admissions table.
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As a parent — completing applications and wondering whether we were making the right choices.
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As an admissions team member — reviewing those applications and understanding what schools are really looking for.
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As an educator — watching what happens when a child lands in an environment where they truly belong.
What this means for your family
Candid advice, start to finish.
That perspective shapes the way I work with families today. I'll tell you what I genuinely think, help you separate what matters from what doesn't, and keep the process moving when it starts to feel overwhelming. My goal isn't simply to get your child into a school. It's to help you feel confident that you're choosing the right one.
Beyond the school search
Off the clock.
I’m based in Toronto with my husband, our two kids, and Irish Setter, Lloyd. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me at the cottage taking in the Lake Huron sunsets, dreaming up another renovation project, or playing a fiercely competitive game of Euchre with my family.
“Beyond your expertise, you are a genuinely kind, caring and empathetic person and it felt more like we were meeting with a friend than a consultant.”
Carrie McIlwain & Brad Moore · Parents of a Grade 7 applicant