About Us
The Sycamore School began over a decade ago as a small, alternative, Ministry-inspected private school committed to providing personalized education in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Originally located in downtown London, Ontario, the school grew its student base as more young people began to look for alternatives that would enrich their education and provide opportunities for academic and personal growth.
Today, The Sycamore School offers online curriculum, as a Ministry-inspected private high school, authorized to grant credits toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) for students in Grades 9 through 12. The school offers synchronous, teacher-led courses as well as fully online credits offering a wide range of choice as well as specialized subjects. This flexible and accessible model allows students across Ontario—and beyond—to engage in personalized, relevant learning that meets them where they are, academically and personally.
Our graduates have pursued fields spanning the sciences, applied technologies, and arts and humanities. Many have advanced into disciplines such as climate science, environmental studies, political science, engineering, and forestry, while others have forged pathways in law, psychology, film, journalism, art, dance, and skilled trades. They continue their studies at leading universities, colleges, and apprenticeship programs across Canada and internationally.
Our shift to providing online education has deepened our focus on student voice, motivation, and building resilience. We are more committed than ever to building a school community that recognizes the individuality of each learner and supports them in developing the confidence and skills they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Rooted in a multidisciplinary, constructivist approach, our educational model integrates rigorous academic coursework with a strong foundation in STEM disciplines, fostering scientific inquiry, digital and technological literacy, and innovative problem-solving while building confidence and community connections. In addition to compulsory courses, our electives include interdisciplinary credits which provide students the opportunity to explore STEM subjects from robotics, coding and digital to climate science, paleontology, and more!
