FAQ

How many pieces of each uniform item do we need?
We would suggest 2 kilts/pants and 5 shirts to start, along with a blazer. We would recommend 7-10 pairs or socks and one School tie (available in the school store). We also sell gently-used uniform items on campus (within the Bear Boutique); this can be helpful when students grow and need to replace items, or want to supplement their uniform collection. 

I am not able to book an appointment with our family doctor until late summer; can I hand in the student health form after that?
Please download and print the form. Complete pages 1&4 and have your child's physician complete pages 2 & 3 (part 2) of the Student Health Certificate. Once the form is completed, please scan and upload it. You can submit pages 1 & 4 first if you are waiting to have your doctor complete pages 2&3.

Do I need to complete all the health forms even if they do not apply to my child?
Each form has space to indicate if it does not apply to your child. It is helpful for our health service staff to have a complete set of forms for each student.

Grade 7/8 Students

• Pencils

• Pens (blue and red)

• Eraser

• Small metal ruler to fit in pencil case

• Sharpener

• Coloured pencils

• Glue stick

• Pencil case

• One small package of lined paper

• Calculator with a square root key

• Two 1½" binders (different colours)

• Scissors

What are the school store summer hours?

August 5 to August 29: Store is open to in-person shopping

Monday to Thursday:    8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday:                              8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Used Top Marks Uniform Items

The TCS Parents’ Guild’s Bear Boutique gratefully accepts donations of gently used uniform items. The Bear Boutique is run by parent volunteers and proceeds from the sale of these items are used to enhance the student experience at TCS. The donated items will be available for purchase at a substantial saving starting in late August and September. Replacement uniform items are available throughout the school year as well.

Please contact guild@tcs.on.ca if you require assistance with used uniform purchases. Alternatively, you can leave a message on the Bear Boutique voicemail at 905-885-3217 ext. 1298, which will be checked intermittently during the summer. 

When can I purchase gently used items from the Bear Boutique? 

Wednesday, August 20 – 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The School store will modify their hours to be open late with us.  

Thursday, August 21 – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 27 – 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The School store will modify their hours to be open late with us.  

Thursday, August 28 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, September 2 – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 3 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 4 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What is the cell phone policy at TCS?
The Junior School recognizes that electronic devices are useful tools for scheduling and communication. However, these devices can be a distraction from learning and, as such, will be turned off and securely stored by students at the start of each day and then unlocked at the end of the day. The use of electronic devices to call or text is only permitted after the school day has ended. Students are forbidden, for health and safety reasons, to share phones. Students may use the school telephones with teacher permission.

How do we register for the bus?
The day bus registration/designate consent form is included on the enrolment checklist for day families (under optional items). If you would like to register for bussing services, please complete and submit this form when you are completing the other enrolment forms. 

Can I pick up my child at a different location if needed?
You just need to contact the travel office at 905-885-3217 ext. 1257, to inform them of the change. It is best to do this during our business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Do we get confirmation of the bus location?
Yes. The travel office reaches out to families in late August to confirm bussing.

What does the Opening Week schedule look like?