About the Academy

The YMCA Academy is a Ministry of Education–inspected, alternative school in downtown Toronto offering wrap-around special education support.

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YMCA Academy teacher supervising students working on laptops

Admissions Process

The Academy admits young people in grades 7-12 who have learning style differences and/or who seek a smaller, more supportive learning environment.

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Exceptionalities Breakdown, YMCA Academy (2014-2015): LD - 73%; AD/HD - 23%; Anxiety - 41%; Autism - 23%; Non-identified - 11%

Who Are Our Students?

The Academy is ideal for students with learning disabilities, mild diagnoses on the autism spectrum, attention issues, and anxiety.

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The Academy Experience
The YMCA Academy’s modern and impressive science lab features a generous amount of natural light and full complement of chemicals, glassware, Bunsen burners, and microscopes, as well as an in-class resource library of science related journals and other specialized lab equipment. These resources help Academy students to study science with a focus on experiential learning.
Academic Opportunities
Pool at Toronto Central Grosvenor Street YMCA Centre of Community
Our Facilities
YMCA Academy students at the 2017 Graduation
High School Program
YMCA Academy students tree planting on Toronto Island
Middle School Program
Testimonials
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We went through numerous organizations and schools and no one could offer anything even close to what the Academy offers. My child blossomed and finally started to achieve success after enrolling in the Academy.

A YMCA Academy Parent
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My daughter started in Grade 9 this year, and it is the first time in six years that she loves going to school. Her self-esteem and self-confidence has grown immensely. Her motivation to succeed has skyrocketed.

A YMCA Academy Parent