The Spectrum Alternative Open House For 26-27 School Year took place on Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 at 7:00 pm In person. Thank you to all who could make it. In case you missed it please see the link below for the Open House slide.

 Spectrum Open House Slides

You can apply to Spectrum and learn about the new TDSB Alternative School application process by visiting 

https://www.tdsb.on.ca/alternativeschools/

https://www.tdsb.on.ca/alternativeschools/ElementarySchools/Application-and-Admission

https://www.tdsb.on.ca/alternativeschools/ElementarySchools/Application-and-Admissions-Process

Key Dates:

Monday, January 5, 2026 - Online applications are open.

Friday, January 30, 2026 - Online applications are closed at 4:00 pm.

Applications will not be accepted after the deadline.

Thursday, February 19, 2026 - Placement Offers 1, will be sent at the end of the school day.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - Offers must be accepted or declined by 4:00 pm. If you do not accept or decline the offer of placement on or before the February 24 deadline, the offer will be automatically declined. The student will attend their designated school by home address.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - Placement Offers 2, will be made where seats are available and will be sent at the end of the school day.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - Offers must be accepted or declined by 4:00 pm. If you do not accept or decline the offer of placement on or before the March 3 deadline, the offer will be automatically declined. The student will attend their designated school by home address.

Mid-June 2026 - final offers will be made where seats are available.

Waitlists expire after the final offers are made in mid-June 2026.

Consider your options...

Making the transition from junior school to a middle or senior school can be stressful and confusing.  At Spectrum, we understand that choosing a school that is the "best fit" for a child is extremely important.  Our open house and application process are designed to make applicants think about whether or not our small, urban, arts-focused, project-based school is a good match for them.

When considering options, think of these questions:

Are you …

• an independent, creative problem solver?
• someone who accepts and embraces the differences that make us unique?
• curious and excited about learning?
• punctual and attentive?
• interested in expression through the arts?
• a student who takes responsibility for your own learning?
• love to work equitably in a team approach?
• a person who gives as much or more than you take?

If you answered YES to all of these, perhaps Spectrum might be a good fit.

The Selection Process

• The selection process will be determined by a lottery.
• All applicants apply to Spectrum Alternative through a new centralized process.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact EAS.Application@tdsb.on.ca 

Thank you for your interest in our school, and should you consider applying for a place in the school, we wish you all the very best in the application process.