Due to required maintenance, please use the rear entrance to visit exhibit halls. Shuttle service is available.
Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Beginning July 1:
Monday - Sunday - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
If you’re looking for a unique science learning experience, the Ontario Science Centre Science School might be for you! Students from across the province can apply for a full semester of Grade 12 science and math. You will earn credits that line up with the Ontario curriculum, work with students and staff on projects designed to engage with Science Centre visitors and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind innovation class.
Your exclusive learning experience includes:
The Science School is full of people who like to learn, are inherently curious and are open to new ideas. Science School students can responsibly work on self-directed projects and balance the heavy course load of the Science School program. They are also committed to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
Students are ready to:
All students take the Ontario Science Centre Science School Innovation Course (IDC4U). Additionally, students choose two or three of the following courses:
We recommended students take only three courses (Innovation Course plus two more). Students cannot apply for courses for which they have previously earned a credit.
Take your learning outside of the classroom and apply it in a creative, hands-on way:
There’s no tuition fee for Science School. The program is generously supported by the Durham District School Board, Peel District School Board and Toronto Catholic District School Board. Students will be registered with one of these school boards while attending Science School. Students are responsible for their accommodation, transportation and incidental expenses for the duration of their semester.
Students are responsible for arranging their accommodation, but we share a list of local rental options with all incoming students. Science School does not screen the accommodation offers; this is the responsibility of the student and their parent or guardian.
Applications for the 2023-24 school year have closed.
Please check back in early 2024 for information about next year's Science School, including application processes and requirements.
For more details about Science School, please see our FAQ.
For more info about what makes Science School unique, how to apply and what it’s like to be a student, check out our Science School FAQ.
Still have questions? Contact us through this form or by phone at 416-696-4620.
We welcome creative, enthusiastic educators who are members in good standing of the Ontario College of Teachers to apply from the Durham District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board and Peel District School Board. Please check this page in the spring for Science School job postings.