Family Handbook 2025-26

CO-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES

Athletics

Athletics Philosophy & Teams Philosophy

We encourage every student to engage in our Athletics Program, which has the breadth to meet the needs of a diverse group of students and the depth to challenge students at all stages of athletic development. Through participation in athletics, students will develop the confidence to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle beyond their time at Havergal. Teams Squads, Grades 1 to 3 Squads are available to students in Grades 1 to 3. This non-competitive athletics program is focused on developing the FUNdamentals of sport. Squad Teams, Grade 4 Squad Teams are available to students in Grades 4. Girls in this program begin training according to more formalized methods with an emphasis on sports skills. Squad Teams focus on the sports in which the Junior School participates as a part of the Conference of Independent Schools Athletic Association (CISAA), while providing additional development and preparation. Havergal Teams, Grades 4 to 12 Havergal Teams are available to students in Grades 4* to 12. Our teams compete in the Conference of Independent Schools Athletic Association (CISAA) and Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS). Senior School teams may qualify for the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Association (OFSAA) championships. Havergal College fields more than 70 teams over the school year.

*Grade 4 students have the opportunity to participate with the Cross Country, Hockey and Track & Field Teams

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