The High Performing Athlete (HPA) Programs provide academic programming and flexible scheduling for students-athletes who are competing at the provincial, national or international level training and competition.
In order to meet the demands of intense training schedules, schools provide more flexible timetables in order to balance school with out of school commitments, so that athletes can strive for both academic and athletic excellence.
Hollycrest Middle School (Grades 4 - 8)
*NEW* Elia Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) – accepting applications for Grade 6 only (Sept 2025)
*NEW* Military Trail Public School (Grades 6 – 8) – accepting applications for Grade 6 only (Sept 2025)
Northview Heights Secondary School (Grades 9 - 12)
Silverthorn Collegiate Institute (Grades 9 - 12)
*NEW* West Hill Collegiate Institute (Grades 9 – 12) – accepting applications for Grade 9 only (Sept 2025)
Eligibility
Applicants must meet both the competition/performance requirements in addition to the training requirements in order to be considered eligible.
Visit the Elementary HPA website and the Secondary HPA Website to learn more about the requirements for each panel. The application for both the Elementary and Secondary HPA programs will be available on these websites.
Prioritization of Eligible Applicants
When demand exceeds spaces available, eligible applicants will be seated according to the following priorities:
- applicants who are First Nations, Métis or Inuit
- applicants currently attending a TDSB elementary HPA program (Secondary only)
- current TDSB students
- other applicants residing within the City of Toronto (at the time of application)
- applicants residing outside of the City of Toronto (at the time of application)
Please note that when applying for HPA programs, an Out-of-Area Admissions application is NOT required. An Out-of-Area Admissions placement will only allow you access to the Regular program at the requested school.