private

UMC High School

North York, Ontario

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At a glance

Grades: 6 – 12
Boarding: Yes
Board: Independent
Principal: Sunny Khanna
Program type: Online/Site Based
Associations: No Association Membership

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Programs include Grades 6–8 middle school, Grades 9–12 high school, virtual high school, Art Portfolio, IELTS preparation, University & College Pathway, and BEAM business studies. The 2026–27 course calendar is available from the school. UMC promotes an English-for-Academic-Purposes pathway with transfer to partner institutions, subject to admission and current program rules.

Course descriptions

Middle School

Grades 6–8 program offered by UMC High School.

High School and Virtual High School

Grades 9–12 credit programs; the official site links a 2026–27 course calendar. Online-only ministry entry BSID 888748 is kept distinct from the online/site-based school listing BSID 666482.

English for Academic Purposes / University Pathway

UMC describes academic English, research, writing, presentation and discussion preparation, alongside a pathway to 35+ partner universities and colleges without IELTS/TOEFL subject to partner requirements.

BEAM Business Program

Business, Economics, Accounting and Marketing pathway. The school lists up to six Ontario credits, business field trips/university tours, counselling, contests and capstone work; availability depends on admission and schedule.

Art Portfolio and IELTS preparation

The school lists a Grades 9–12 art-portfolio program and IELTS preparation as separate program options.

View course information on the school website

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Learning programs

Specializations

Art portfolio preparation · IELTS preparation · Academic English · University and college pathways

Learning support

Guidance and counselling services. · Support with course selection and university and college applications. · Tutorial Program. · Expanded IELTS preparation and tutoring available until 7:30 p.m. at the new campus.

Student life

Arts

Art Portfolio Program · Photography Contest · School Literary Magazine · UMC Podcast

Facilities

Student residences and homestay options. · The announced Yonge and Eglinton campus will feature updated facilities, modern arts studios, and a computer lab for coding.

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Student Council: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Math Contest Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Guitar Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Fashion Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Science Eco Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Krypto Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Debate Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Basketball Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Dance Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
School Newsletter Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.
Yoga & Pilates Club: Listed on the school’s current Extracurricular Activities page; exact schedules and student eligibility may vary.

Outdoor activities & education

Monthly city field trips and local tours: The official extracurricular page describes monthly field trips and local sightseeing, with examples including the CN Tower, Toronto Zoo, Royal Ontario Museum, Ontario Science Centre, Harbourfront Centre, Art Gallery of Ontario and Canada’s Wonderland. These are examples, not a fixed itinerary.
Business pathway visits: UMC BEAM describes visits to the Toronto Stock Exchange, Brookfield Place, local banks, Rotman School of Management and Schulich School of Business.

About the school

UMC High School offers middle school (Grades 6–8), high school (Grades 9–12), and virtual high school (Grades 9–12), with a balanced, holistic approach to education and academic, social, and personal support.

Location & school highlights

Location

The school announced a move from Scarborough to the Yonge and Eglinton campus in Toronto starting with the September intake. The location offers improved accessibility for North York families
a shorter distance from student residences
and proximity to universities
internships
and cultural opportunities.

What makes the school distinct

Academic English through the EAP program, with opportunities to apply to partner universities or colleges without an IELTS score.
Guidance for course selection, university and college applications, and community volunteer opportunities.
Expanded IELTS preparation and tutoring available until 7:30 p.m. at the new campus.
Individualized athletic feedback and training focused on physical conditioning, skill development, sportsmanship, and leadership.