Welcome!  I’m Sarah and I wanted to share a bit about myself and why I am a strong partner to help you plan your independent school search. 

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For the last ten years, I have worked with many families helping to advise them on “best fit” independent schools and assisting them with their independent school application process.  

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The connection to the independent school system runs deep for me.  

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I went to an independent school, graduating from Branksome Hall.

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I am an Ontario Certified Teacher and have worked at independent schools since 2007. I taught a wide range of grades and specialty classes, in addition to coaching and mentoring for colleagues and students. I have additional qualifications in Special Education and Reading, and I am deeply familiar with the Ontario curriculum as well as the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) where I am trained in the IB Primary Years Program.

 

I have also worked on the admissions team at an independent school, learning the process “behind the scenes” and what independent schools look for in their prospective students.  In this role, I worked closely with families fielding many questions at Open Houses and during tours, administered assessments, made offers of admission, and assisted families with the heartbreak of a decline.

 

Finally, I am a parent of two children who attend independent schools so I have felt the pressure and stress that comes with the application process! 

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I live in Toronto with my husband, two children and our flat-coated retriever, Harvey.  In my spare time, I love to take in the Lake Huron sunsets at our cottage, wrestle weeds in my garden, and play fiery card games of “Hearts” with my family.