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Since 1992, Turnbull School’s small classes and exceptional teachers have provided a well-rounded and enriching academic program, where the emphasis is placed on excellence and caring. Turnbull is a private school in Ottawa, Ontario for Kindergarten to Grade 8. It was founded on the values that children deserve a learning environment where: They feel safe and nurtured within a culture of decency and kindness. They have extremely qualified, enthusiastic teachers who are thoroughly engaged in each child’s academic and social development. The children are happy to come to school every day, excited by their new learning activities. Each child’s unique talents, interests, and learning styles are appreciated and fostered. They are helped to do their personal best. They have unique, enriching opportunities in academics, arts, sports, and community engagement. Their classmates are motivated and engaged in learning. They are extremely well prepared for success at high school and beyond. We also believe that our parents deserve: Staff who are accessible and accountable. To receive meaningful, accurate, and regular feedback on their child’s progress timely information about the class and school activities A school community where they are welcome and known. Our motto, A Place to Grow, was created by one of our first students and continues to this day to represent not only the students’ academic and social growth but also the teachers’ commitment to ongoing professional development. Centrally located on 5.5 acres in the quiet Central Experimental Farm area which is a National Historic site, our families have easy access from all regions of Ottawa and the surrounding areas. Fisher Avenue provides convenient access, either by way of Baseline Road or the Queensway / Carling Avenue corridor. With the Experimental Farm across the road and behind our property, the students are surrounded by a green and peaceful environment. Architect Barry Hobin designed our inviting and cheerful facility. It was built in 1996 with an additional wing built-in in 2003. The play area at the back is completely fenced in, providing a safe area for the children. Two play structures, a soccer field, and an area for junior and senior kindergarten with their play equipment and sandbox all add to the students’ leisure time enjoyment. In addition, a large city park behind the school is used for ice skating, nordic skiing, and as an additional sports field during tournaments. The security system offers controlled access and gives our parents much peace of mind that their children are safe. The central air conditioning certainly adds an element of comfort when summer approaches. Our learning environment is engaging, modern and a place students enjoy coming to every day. Turnbull School follows the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Curriculum, but this is just the starting point. Given our small classes, along with the focused and motivated attitude of our students, Turnbull students can complete the required curriculum thoroughly. Our teachers then create engaging and challenging opportunities for all children that broaden and deepen their learning. Our carefully designed learning experiences promote individual potential. If students can show mastery of the topic of instruction, they then expand their knowledge through an enrichment or extension activity. If they need further assistance to grasp concepts, then the assistance is easily provided, leaving every student progressing confidently. Turnbull School offers comprehensive and enriching programs at all grade levels, creating authentic and stimulating learning experiences for every student. Our classroom expectations focus on positive relationships and each child giving his or her personal best. Our cross-curricular approach to learning benefits all students. The activities are designed so students can apply their knowledge and skills across various subjects, deepening their comprehension and application of their learning. A history assignment, for example, may be integrated with English class to fine-tune the skills of essay writing, while in computer studies class digital presentation skills, graphics, or animation will show different ways of communicating their knowledge. A topic covered in science class, such as alternative, renewable energy sources, will extend to debating at Grade 8 where students combine and apply their scientific knowledge with oral presentation skills taught in English class, and their skills of expressing fact-based opinions learned in Self and Society class. By taking this type of inter-disciplinary approach, teachers at Turnbull School help students to develop their abilities in abstract and conceptual reasoning. It is the development of these higher-level thinking skills that are most important as children progress into high school and beyond, and they have always served our graduates so well. Teaching Study Skills as a core subject in the Junior and Senior grades is just one way we facilitate this. All of our students are challenged by engaging learning experiences that have depth and are creative, as opposed to being highly repetitive. Each child is shown what his/her personal best looks like, and our teachers’ well mapped out learning approach takes them there. The Kindergarten curriculum reflects the importance of early literacy and numeracy activities, as well as self-initiated inquiry-based pursuits. Our broad program also includes daily physical activity classes, French language classes, as well as science, creative arts, and computer time. More detail on the French program is available on the French curriculum page. Turnbull School develops both early French skills using the AIM Method and enjoyment for the language, without compromising the children’s development of English literacy and numeracy skills. They then are well prepared for the primary grades (Grades 1 to 3) when 30% of their school week is taught in French. Children who thrive in primary school and whose pathways are set for later academic success are those who enter grade 1 with strong oral communication skills, are confident, able to make friends, are persistent and creative in completing tasks and solving problems, and are excited to learn. View full school

Situated in historic Unionville, Ontario, Unionville Montessori Private School (UMS) is widely recognized as a distinguished educational setting. UMS is a co-educational, non-denominational private school officially registered with the Ontario Ministry of Education and Training. Established in 1987, the school has a proud tradition of quality instruction, measurable educational excellence, and noteworthy student achievement. UMS’s hallmark is a clear focus on high expectations blending academic success with the character development of the individual child. For the past ten (10) years, UMS students have exceeded the Canadian achievement norms in every grade and every subject as measured by the Canadian Achievement Test (CAT-4). Local, Provincial, and National student achievements in mathematics are also commendable. The student success rate attests to the quality instruction and support they receive on an ongoing basis. The children are offered a diversified, challenging, and enriched elementary academic curriculum. At UMS, we teach children how to learn rather than merely what to learn. This approach reinforces creative thinking, problem-solving, team-building, and self-confidence. These four elements guide educational programs at every level. Classroom lessons encourage students to explore, discover, challenge, and debate as they engage in dialogues with their peers and their teachers. UMS students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and life through activities that promote academic excellence, self-reliance, good sportsmanship, aesthetic appreciation, and critical thinking. The educational program generally exceeds the Ontario Curriculum learning expectations in both depth and breadth. At UMS, curriculum research and development also remain a priority. Refinements to enhance exemplary programming, effective teaching, and student achievement are important, and efforts to move forward on all three fronts are part of our blueprint for the future. Since the school’s inception, our objective has remained consistent: to create a learning experience and environment that is uniquely engaging, challenging, relevant, and tailored to the learning needs of every student. Unionville Montessori Private School students gain a well-rounded, dynamic education that promotes a strong academic and social foundation. Preparing students for success when they enter secondary school settings is a common goal. Our parallel goal is to prepare students to become lifelong learners, committed citizens, and individuals of laudable character. To promote academic excellence within an enriched curriculum by providing positive educational opportunities for children which foster leadership, achievement, and a love of learning. Recognizing that facts and figures change, we also focus on teaching children how to learn rather than merely what to learn. This approach reinforces creative thinking, problem-solving, team building, and self-confidence. These four elements are critical to the development of future success. They guide our Casa and Elementary educational programs. Unionville Montessori School (UMS) is dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience. Students are active participants in their education. Classroom lessons encourage students who get admission to explore, discover, challenge, and debate as they engage in dialogues with their peers and their teachers. UMS strives to provide a well-rounded approach to education. Students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and life through activities that promote academic excellence, self-reliance, good sportsmanship, aesthetic appreciation, and critical thinking. We help our students to become self-motivated and self-disciplined scholars as well as responsible citizens in their community, their country, and their world. At UMS, learning is a total life experience. The Montessori philosophy and method of teaching foster a loving, independent environment tailored to the individual needs and development of each student. The Montessori approach is a student-centered and student-directed teaching method that is offered within a prepared environment, which fosters exploration, experimentation, creativity, and respect. Our Pre- and Jr. Casa Montessori program builds on the foundation of the Montessori Method with extremely popular enhancements and additional learning opportunities for our students in music, science, visual and dramatic arts, and more. We are very proud of the strong reputation of our pre-school program which has, for many years, provided children with a strong foundation in academic and life skills all within family-like and supportive classroom environments. The Montessori philosophy and method of teaching foster a loving, independent environment tailored to the individual needs and development of each student. The Montessori approach is a student-centered and student-directed teaching method that is offered within a prepared environment, which fosters exploration, experimentation, creativity, and respect. Our Casa program builds on the foundation of the Montessori Method with extremely popular enhancements and additional learning opportunities for our students in music, science, visual and dramatic arts, and more. We are very proud of the strong reputation of our pre-school program which has, for many years, provided children with a solid foundation in academic and life skills all within family-like and supportive classroom environments. Our structured, traditional Montessori approach helps students at an early age to develop solid foundations in language and mathematics compared to a play-based kindergarten class. Casa students benefit from exposure to world-renowned teaching methods by our highly-trained Montessori teachers. In a rotary, our teachers are specialized in their respective fields, giving them the ability to deliver our programs effectively. For instance, in French, teachers make use of the AIMS gesture program and in music, teachers use the Orff Approach. Classes have been enriched with instruction on iPads and Smart Board technology enabling our children to learn with 21st-century resources. Parents receive regular updates on their children’s development through individualized tracking sheets developed by our teachers. UMS takes great pride in continuously improving and taking advantage of the newest approaches to education. We are one of the very few schools that have a full-time research and development department that allows us to follow education innovations around the world. Our Elementary program implements the Ontario Curriculum at an advanced level with low student/teacher ratios, small class sizes, and highly-trained educators. The advanced curriculum means that students are learning a grade ahead in the subject areas of language, math, science, and social studies. In addition, UMS offers enrichment through both our educational curriculum and our physical facilities. UMS students enjoy guest lecturers and stimulating field trips, and our teachers regularly plan individual and group-based activities that allow students to apply the knowledge they have gained in the classroom to the real world. View full school

Welcome, and thank you for expressing an interest in our school! We hope that you, like thousands of young women who have called Sacred Heart their school since 1861, will also feel right at home here. Our student body, faculty, staff, and administration work hard to make it a warm and caring environment while keeping our teacher-to-student ratio low. This is just one of the ways that we ensure the personal, caring treatment of every Sacred Heart girl. You don’t have to take my word for it: watch one of our videos, My School, My Home, Sacred Heart, to see testimonials from some of our students visit us at any time by contacting Admissions to make an appointment or speak with our Enrolment Management Coordinator, Stephanie or sign up to be a Student-for-a-Day anytime that is convenient for you, and experience the school first-hand. When you visit our school be sure to ask about the Chromebooks for every student and Google Apps for Education our free online tutoring offered by GradeSlam and our French social sciences option for Secondary I students. You can also follow us on one of the school’s several social media feeds like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, to get a sense of the everyday life of the school and what it is to be a Sacred Heart girl. The Society of the Sacred Heart was founded in 1800 by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat and The Sacred Heart School of Montreal is a member of the worldwide network of Sacred Heart Schools. Each school has the same five goals that govern our mission and guide our educational philosophy. From its inception, the Society of the Sacred Heart opened its doors to any girl, regardless of circumstance, who desired a Sacred Heart education. Moreover, unlike most advocates of girls’ education in the early nineteenth century, Sophie did not see her mission solely in terms of preparing young women either to be good wives and mothers or to enter a religious congregation. Her schools were rooted in a much broader vision: to deliver an education that would inspire young women to be agents of social transformation in their times. Today, our school prides itself on its commitment to social justice and empowering young women to take their place in an ever-changing world. Our current home on Atwater Ave. is the sixth home of the school since its inception in 1861. City House, as it is fondly known, is a building rich in history and equipped for the modern student. Rooted in tradition, but always evolving, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal aims to instill the values that Saint Madeleine Sophie so valued all the while promoting creative education and leadership framed by the five goals of a Sacred Heart education. The truly international character of a Sacred Heart School aids in fostering a global education and citizenship in our girls. The Sacred Heart School of Montreal has undergone many changes since it opened its doors on Atwater Ave., in 1928. Although things may look different than they did all those years ago, the same warm, welcoming environment is contagious the minute you step foot inside its doors. The school participates in many public speaking, debating, creative writing, and other competitions, such as Poetry in Voice, Olympus de parole, World Scholar’s Cup, Student Stock Exchange (SSX), Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI), etc. The Advanced Placement Programme offers students the opportunity to take college-level courses in Secondary V. An AP course allows students to study a subject in greater depth, in close collaboration with a specially trained teacher. Students who earn a qualifying grade on an AP exam may receive credit or advanced placement when they enroll in CEGEP or university. AP courses are externally examined by the American College Board. Junior and Senior concert bands, as well as Show Choir, are part of a rich arts curriculum that includes theatre, visual arts in our Art Studio, film-making, and multimedia classes in our state-of-the-art film and multimedia studio. This award allows young people to determine what they are passionate about. There are four Sections of activities for all Award levels: Service, Skill Development, Physical Recreation, adventurous journey. The Award encourages young people to spend time volunteering in their community, which both benefits others and contributes to their growth and well-being. For gifted students with an aptitude for independent learning, the Faculty Scholars program offers the opportunity to pursue personal projects under the guidance of outside experts. Projects typically run the gamut from artistic and literary productions to historical and scientific research. A course built into student schedules that deals with the current issues facing adolescents such as online safety, transitioning to high school, CEGEP or grade 12 applications, sleep, stress, responsible decision making, healthy eating, and sexual education to name a few. These topics are addressed by subject experts from both within and outside the school. As of August 2019, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal will become one of a select few high schools in Quebec to offer a Grade 12 program. The program will be delivered online in conjunction with physical classes. Students will be able to choose between a Commerce and a Science stream. At the end of the one-year, full-time program, students will receive a Grade 12 diploma (OSSD) from the Ontario Ministry of Education, enabling them to apply to universities in Quebec, other Canadian provinces, the United States, and abroad. The accelerated program moves advanced Mathematics students through the secondary school curriculum in four years instead of five, allowing them to complete a Calculus course in Secondary V. View full school

Welcome to Trinity Montessori School! We are delighted that you have taken an interest in Trinity Montessori School and hope that we can have the opportunity to provide a unique and enjoyable educational experience for your child. The information provided on this website is intended to help you (whether you are an existing or a prospective parent) understand our program, what you can expect from us, and what we will expect from you about your child's care and needs. Early childhood education is the most important phase in a child's life, and the best results are produced when parents and teachers have common expectations and goals and make a concerted effort to further the child's educational progress. We invite you to learn more about Trinity Montessori by browsing our website and clicking the image below to watch our video. Trinity Montessori School is a private independent Montessori school located in the heart of Markham, Ontario near the intersection of 16th Avenue and Woodbine Avenue, just 2 km east of Highway 404. Since 1999, our school has nurtured strong, independent, and capable children who have gone on to excel in other educational institutions. Our curriculum is based on the developmental stage of the child from infancy through 6th grade. This carefully developed method of education uses unique hands-on materials that encourage a concrete understanding of abstract principles. In multi-age classrooms, Montessori teachers guide the natural curiosity of children to foster academic success and a lifelong love of learning. The school is a community that develops in its children self-esteem and self-discipline, independence, and respect for and cooperation with fellow individuals. Trinity Montessori School's motto is reflective of our philosophy that with proper nurturing and guidance, each of our students will blossom into a unique, strong, and beautiful individual who is capable and strongly rooted in academics. Trinity Montessori School strives to recognize and respect the uniqueness of every child and to help each child reach his or her highest potential. Our school adopts a holistic approach to education within a caring and nurturing environment, with particular emphasis on academic excellence, emotional maturity, mental and physical well-being, and moral and spiritual soundness. We aim to develop our students into persons of character and integrity, who would become respected and contributing members of society. Trinity Montessori School is a private school focused on achieving student success. The school is not intended to, nor does it, serve all students equally well. The Montessori approach offers a broad vision of education as an aid to life and aims to help children with their task of finding and developing the individual within as they grow from childhood to maturity. This approach is effective because it draws its principles from the natural development of the child and its inherent flexibility allows the method to adapt to the particular needs of the individual, regardless of the level of ability, learning style, or social maturity. A Montessori classroom is a carefully designed and prepared space that offers the children an environment in which they are free to respond to their natural drive to work and learn. The children’s innate love of learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities and resources to engage in spontaneous, meaningful activities under the guidance of a Montessori teacher. Through their work, the children develop concentration, motivation, persistence, and discipline, which qualities will help the children to succeed in future schooling and careers. Our toddler program provides a loving environment that is carefully prepared to meet the unique needs of children between the ages of 18 months to 2.5 years of age. Our classroom accommodates 15 students and has a 1:5 teacher-student ratio. The program is a natural extension from home and allows for each child to reach his or her full potential. The nurturing and secure environment fosters independence, language, and creativity. The Practical Life area is designed to fit the toddler's hand. It invites hand-eye coordination and assists with fine motor skills. It also helps promote independence and concentration. In the Sensorial area children will learn about dimensions, shapes, and colors, tactile and auditory senses through attractive and age-appropriate material. The Language material encourages conversation, builds vocabulary, and provides a sense of the world around them. Music and circle time is also important to language development. The Math area introduces number recognition through various materials. Number blocks, puzzles, sorting, and counting are all concepts taught in this area. The gross motor area is specifically designed to allow children to explore and develop coordination and balance. The child-sized gym, a sand and water table, balancing beams, balls, and other motor equipment are all important to developing their large motor skills. Trinity Montessori School moved the Elementary program into our second building at 9221 Woodbine Ave., adjacent to our main campus, in 2007. This lovely heritage-style building has been updated to ensure our students have a delightful and inspiring class space. Our elementary teaching staff guides their blossoming minds, using their expertise as either Montessori-trained teachers or as Ontario certified teachers. Most of our elementary students have been at Trinity Montessori School since their days in the Casa program. However, we do accept a student without a Montessori background and can discuss arrangements with parents. View full school

Welcome to Town Center Private Schools also known as TCPS. Founded in 1986, TCPS is a unique school offering a Montessori Pre-School program, and being an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. As we entered our 32nd year, we continued our journey with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program implementation. Students who take the IB Program excel in university studies and beyond. It is so gratifying to find an ideology that can take our Montessori foundations and build upon them in both the Elementary and High School Divisions. In today’s world with rapidly changing parameters, critical thinking along with self-challenging habits are a necessity, and TCPS students will be able to rise to the challenges with ease. TCPS now has the distinction of having an acknowledged certification in the Diploma Program (Grades 11 and 12), the Middle Years Program (Grades 6 to 10), and this year we were certified for the Primary Years Program (Preparatory to Grade 5) to earn the status of being an IB World Continuum School, providing our students with the tools to be active learners and communicators starting from the age of 4 years. We have come a long way from our modest beginnings in 1986. One of the keys to our success has been the dedication of our teaching staff and administration. I would like to acknowledge their hard work and enthusiasm over the years. We have grown over the last 3 decades to become a reputable and respected educational institution and I look forward to our future together. Our award-winning school has a long-standing tradition of providing students with a superior education in a safe, supportive and caring environment where they acquire the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed. Town Center is an International Baccalaureate World School. Located on the border of Toronto and the Markham / York Region, TCPS offers a Montessori Pre-School program as well as an IB Elementary School and IB High School. Prospective students may enroll in the Montessori Pre-School program as young as 18 months of age with or without toilet training. The Pre-School offers a flexible program allowing students to attend full days or half days and enrollments are accepted throughout the year. The TCPS Montessori program includes instruction in Language, Mathematics, Social Science, French, Computer Studies, Physical Education, and the Off Music program. A Montessori Summer Camp program is offered during July and August with the option of weekly enrollment. Learn more about our Montessori Pre-School program. For students in grades 1 to 8, TCPS offers a non-Montessori, Private Elementary School program. The Elementary program offers a well-rounded, academic education preparing and guiding students towards university placement. TCPS provides enrichment in the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, History, and Geography. In addition to the core subjects, French, Music, Computer Studies, and Physical Education are taught by teachers who specialize in these fields of study. An Elementary Summer Fun Camp is offered during July and August with the option of weekly enrollment. Learn more about our Private Elementary School program. The High School division of TCPS is an established private high school drawing students from the York Region, the Greater Toronto Area, and internationally. TCPS offers advanced, university-bound courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. TCPS is registered with the Ministry of Education. The School accepts students from Pre-School to Grade 8 at any time throughout the year provided there is space available and the prerequisites are fulfilled. The Montessori program is based on a well-known philosophy and teaching methodology. Students learn in an inviting and intellectually stimulating classroom led by Montessori-trained teachers. The students are treated as individuals and are allowed to progress at their own pace and level of understanding with gentle guidance from their teachers. The Montessori classroom is fully equipped to provide children with a well-rounded education in which they are constantly learning at a conscious and subconscious level. It also capitalizes on the children’s “sensitive periods” by providing them with an environment that is full of interesting activities, leading to a strong academic foundation that will benefit them throughout their entire academic careers. Learning is a lifelong process, as Dr. Maria Montessori discovered very early in her career as an educator. Here are some tenets on which Montessori education is based. Learning begins immediately from the time a child is born. Dr. Montessori strongly believed that children have “absorbent minds” and if exposed to information in a stimulating environment they will easily understand and internalize the information. Children go through “sensitive periods” between the ages of 2 and 5 when they have optimal learning abilities. A Montessori classroom is set up to maximize the amount of learning during these sensitive periods. The Town Center Private School (TCPS) Elementary program offers a non-Montessori curriculum and welcomes students from grades 1 to 8 throughout the Greater Toronto Area, Markham, and York Region. The Elementary program offers a well-rounded, academic program preparing and guiding students towards university placement. Elementary classes feature a low student-to-teacher ratio and 2 teachers per class. Subjects such as French, Computer Studies, Music and Band, and Physical Education are taught by specialized teachers. Town Center offers a rigorous academic program to fully prepare students for the demands of university studies. We challenge our students, but at the same time, we provide them with the support they need to rise to these challenges. All courses at Town Center are taught at the university entrance level. Specialized teachers instruct classes with a very low student-to-teacher ratio. TCPS offers the best features of a traditional university preparatory school including: A systematic, sequential curriculum High academic standards Sound educational leadership The School recommends that parents arrange for a tour of the facility and a meeting with a Vice-Principal to fully appreciate what the School has to offer to each prospective student. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit. View full school

It is with great pleasure that I share with you the success of our bilingual school at the Toronto French Montessori over the last 15 years. Thanks to our vibrant and active community, we achieved our goals and for this, I congratulate you all. The past 15 years have been years of growth and change for the school. We have much to look forward to as we continue to grow to meet the needs of our students in the future. The challenge before us is to maintain the spirit of faith and hope and further develop the sense of family, all of which are integral parts of this school. Looking at our school today, I am reminded that the progress achieved is due in part to the pioneering spirit of those eleven families who believed and had trust in what could be done. In July 2000, we had nothing to offer their children except a bilingual French Montessori education. We had not yet hired any staff and we did not have any real capital. Yet, these 11 families had faith and vision. It is through their faith and vision that we achieved our goals. In 2011, we had our first grade 8 graduating class. Our duty and commitment at Toronto French Montessori School are to provide the best possible education to our students and ease their entry to their high schools. Furthermore, we provide guidance and answers to their expectations at the next level of their life experience. Our qualified teachers are deeply committed to their student's academic development, dedicating their time to provide an enriched and rewarding learning experience both in French, English, and Spanish as a second language. TFMS accepts students from 18 months to 5 years of age. We offer half-day and full-day programs for both the pre-casa and casa classes at our Stouffville Campus. TFMS has authentic Montessori classrooms under the direction of fully qualified Montessori teachers. Students in the elementary level benefit from a bilingual education, where both English and French are taught are dominant languages. Our students are very advanced in both the French language as well as the English Language. TFMS offers a Montessori Elementary and Junior High Program directed by teaching staff trained in the Montessori philosophy. Montessori schools follow a method of teaching based on the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Conceptualized more than 100 years ago, it emphasizes and develops the potential of each child through the utilization of special teaching materials, a prepared environment, and teachers with a solid understanding of the philosophy who have been trained in the use of Montessori materials. Montessori recognizes that children possess an innate curiosity and desire to learn Montessori materials awaken this desire and channel the child's natural curiosity into an enjoyable learning experience. These didactic materials promote independence and are, for the most part, self-correcting, thus allowing children to progress at their own individual pace. As a result, children who grasp concepts quickly are not held back, and those who require more time do not become frustrated. The purpose of the material is to isolate a single concept and lead the child through a series of steps. A properly prepared Montessori classroom is replete with equipment encompassing subjects from math and language to geography, botany, and technology. To provide a nurturing Montessori community where the child's full potential is met in an integrated, interdisciplinary environment and where education is a valued preparation for life. Montessori was also a great advocate for world peace, having lived through several worldwide conflicts during the 20th century. She strongly believed that the road to peace would be paved by our children. She felt that if a child's needs were met and they were expected to give and receive respect in a community such as their classroom or school, that respect would be carried forward with them into adulthood. Peace through education is a fundamental part of Montessori's philosophy. TFMS strongly believes that every student will excel and achieve his/her maximum potential when they are provided an atmosphere of kindness, guidance, and nurturing. In turn, students will acquire a love of lifelong learning which will help them to discover the wealth of possibilities in their future. View full school

Trafalgar Castle School, an all-girls, independent day and boarding school for grades 4 through 12. Located in Whitby, Ontario, we’ve been educating girls since 1874 within a warm and progressive community that offers exceptional academics and prepares young women to make a difference in the world. For a start, there is no other all-girls day and boarding school like us in Canada. We have been at the forefront of girls’ education for almost 150 years. At just over 230 students from Grade 4 to Grade 12, we are small by design. That means every girl is recognized and honored for the individual she is. We believe the best entry point to a large and complex world is a warm and personal learning environment with ample opportunities for personal discovery and growth. You want your daughter to be known and cared for while she pursues her dream to design a zero-emission engine, work in international medicine, write young adult fiction, or whatever other aspiration she holds in her heart. And because she is an individual with unique talents and passions, you know she will flourish within a small, welcoming community that offers an exceptional education and provides for her personal growth. Sometimes we say, “there’s no such thing as a Trafalgar girl,” because so many different girls of diverse backgrounds and interests thrive here. But we also know exactly what a Trafalgar girl is: engaged in her learning, interested in her world, and making a difference in her community. Not all girls arrive that way, but our responsive educational environment ensures that she will feel known by her teachers, supported by her classmates, and energized with a sense of belonging. Most of all, she will discover the power of her voice here. Trafalgar Castle offers an all-girls education that unites tradition with innovation. We care deeply about how girls learn and offer the experiences they need to build critical thinking, creativity, confidence, and leadership. Today’s young women are entering a fast-changing world that demands much of them. The Trafalgar experience prepares them to live with purpose and lead with conviction wherever their future takes them. Our graduates are ready for the world. They leave the Castle with the confidence and vision they need to live lives of consequence and courage. And they join a network of talented and generous alumnae around the world who embrace them warmly and guide them wisely. We believe that students learn best in a warm and supportive environment where laughter and friendship live alongside an exciting curriculum and excellence in teaching. Our approach to teaching and learning understands the vast and often untapped potential within each learner, and our Lower School team works collaboratively and effectively to help each girl strive to reach her personal best. Across the Lower School, our small class size, combined with enrichment and strong learning supports ensures that each student is encouraged to reach her full potential. Caring home from teachers, subject tutorials, peer tutoring, and after-school study support combine to create a nurturing school community. Our curriculum and our approach to teaching and learning address the needs of girls at each stage of development. We believe in laying a firm foundation of knowledge and skills and work to ensure each student consolidates her understanding and grows in her thinking as she moves through each grade In the Upper School, girls are challenged to focus and deepen their knowledge and skills while exploring meaningful connections across a broad range of academic disciplines. Courses in the arts, languages, sciences, and humanities provide each student with the opportunity to discover and embolden her passion for learning. Skilled and caring teachers help each student push beyond the limits of her prior understanding, strengthening her ability to tackle complex problems, and teaching her to persevere with determination and confidence. View full school

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Founded in 1829, Upper Canada College has educated the next generation of leaders and innovators, inspiring them to make a positive impact on their world. An IB World School, UCC enrolls 1,170 boys in Senior Kindergarten through Year 12, including 88 boarding students representing 26 countries, and has 12,500 alumni in more than 80 countries. Grounded in its mission to deliver transformational learning experiences, the school fosters the development of head, heart, and humanity, and inspires each boy to be his best self. UCC is committed to ensuring 20 percent of students receive financial assistance, with $5 million available annually to Canadian students. Located in central Toronto on 35 acres of green space, UCC offers modern learning spaces, state-of-the-art facilities, and countless athletic and co-curricular activities. UCC's Norval Outdoor School, a 430-acre facility located 40 minutes north of Toronto, offers opportunities to learn about nature and the environment. Upper Canada College has a $106 million endowment and will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2029. Boys will discover amazing learning experiences, inspirational faculty members, top-tier facilities, countless sports and clubs, and a wide range of supports that care for their academic, social, and emotional needs — not to mention a lifelong network of friends and fellow alumni willing to offer advice and support. Upper Canada College’s Board of Governors establishes and directs policy for the College and oversees its financial affairs. The Board includes 15 governors, eight of whom are appointed by the Board for four-year terms. Three are elected by the UCC Association for three-year terms and four are ex-officio members, under the Upper Canada College Act. The President of the UCC Foundation attends all meetings. The College’s Principal reports to the Board. To reach the Board Secretary. The College has set a course for the next decade — leading to the College’s bicentennial — through its Strategic Directions: Towards 2029. This renewed vision and mission hinges on the intention to provide transformational learning experiences and inspire boys to be their best selves. A UCC experience is about more than just an appreciation of diversity it is about celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives. Through an understanding and appreciation of pluralism we create a more inclusive community, and in turn, create a more just society where we work towards the common good. To honor Sir John Colborne’s founding commitment to public purpose, UCC inspires boys to become service-oriented leaders who understand their unique qualities about others, have humility and empathy, and recognize their ability to positively influence change. At UCC we embrace the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference in our local and global communities. UCC’s culture is characterized by teamwork, collaboration, mutual respect, and a fundamental belief in our Vision and Mission. We appreciate and value each individual, fostering strong and trusting relationships throughout our community. We stand by each other, offering support and care, and we foster in our boys the very best characteristics of brotherhood. To foster individual and institutional wellbeing, UCC is committed to a learning and working environment that is safe, healthy, meaningful, engaging, and supportive. A UCC education equips each boy with the capabilities to develop the knowledge, self-awareness, and strengths of character that enable lifelong resilience and allow him to flourish. UCC’s academic journey, from Senior Kindergarten to Year 12, is delivered through the full continuum of International Baccalaureate Programmes, globally recognized as the gold standard for university preparation. Students graduate with both the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Building on our leadership in boys’ learning and International Baccalaureate education, we are completing the candidacy phase of the IB Middle Years Programme, intending to become North America’s first boys’ IB Continuum World School. It’s our firm intention to be regarded as a model of best practice in the delivery of IB programming. A robust system of academic support awaits each boy, empowering him to meet the challenges of the academic program and to reach his full potential. Our large network of dedicated professionals including faculty at the renowned Richard Wernham & Julia West Centre for Learning. While transformational learning is the hallmark of a UCC education, the proof of its success is how our boys take their experience forward. Not only do our graduates regularly gain admission to the post-secondary schools of their choice—they thrive there, many receiving scholarships and university credit for advanced courses. View full school

Each Waldorf school shares a unique approach. It is our experience that the majority of our graduates are accepted into a university or other post-secondary program of their choice. Learn about our successful curricula below. Education from a deeper perspective™ is the core approach of Toronto Waldorf School. Its depth and complexity are reflected by the following foundations. At TWS we plan every learning activity attending to its impact on mind, body, and spirit. We understand each one affects the others and all engage in the learning process. Our lessons integrate listening, doing, thinking, and speaking to deepen the learning for every student. Our teachers bring our curriculum to life, connecting numerous academic disciplines with hands-on experience to engage your child’s mind and heart in profound ways. Integration of subjects and methodologies and relevance to the real world are fundamental to our approach to building academic excellence. It is our experience that nearly 100% of TWS graduates get into a university or other post-secondary program of their choice. At TWS, we recognize and build upon the physiological, emotional, and intellectual changes as the students develop. Our specially-trained teachers present material when the class is ready and able and work with it, whether it’s the fundamentals of reading or arithmetic, the structure of an essay, or grappling with atomic theory. Teaching approaches and learning tools vary widely, matched to students’ needs and capacities at every age and stage of development. At TWS we foster a climate where students are accepted and valued by their teachers and peers for their unique talents and potential. Since every child learns differently, our teachers tailor lessons to meet a variety of learning styles and provide individual support to meet each child’s needs. All children are given concrete feedback and progress is monitored against their unfolding capacities, rather than against other students. This allows students to develop skills and capacities with confidence. Every week our faculties meet to discuss individual students and create opportunities to enhance student learning. At TWS, children are supported to develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for the richness of the world on our unique 20-acre campus. In our Farming and Gardening program, students care for the environment and its inhabitants as they collect compost, tend our organic farm, and nurture seedlings in our greenhouse. Through the grades, our field trips have strong connections to natural settings, including camping and canoeing trips in the wilderness. A deeper understanding of the importance of sustainability and our connection to our global and local communities is a cornerstone of our education. More than the simple acquisition of information, Waldorf education is a journey of discovery. Our unique curriculum, designed to bring the right subject at the right developmental moment, is complemented by teachers who create opportunities for students to experience deeply what they are learning. Our students encounter subject matter experientially, through the story, movement, drawing, painting, writing, speaking, inventing, acting, sculpting, etc. they live the subject. This approach gives the student a profound experience of the subject matter that, for many, lasts a lifetime. The experiences extend beyond the classroom and school a Grade 12 class studying international issues helped plan and implement a community service trip to Cuba. The students participated in a community-building project and provided medical supplies to local doctors. Turning ideas into action is a hallmark of our educational approach, and imparts both a wealth of experience and knowledge to our students that they take with them into their personal and professional lives. View full school

Trillium School, founded in 1991, is an established, co-educational independent school serving students from toddlers to grade 12. The school is committed to developing the whole child through a balanced approach to education. Strong academics and high expectations are complemented by a comprehensive extra-curricular program that offers students a range of athletic, artistic, social, and life experiences. Strong character development and good citizenship are integral to the school program and are continuously modeled by our team of professional, caring educators. Trillium has always boasted a supportive, ‘family-like atmosphere where students feel at ease and truly enjoy the whole school experience. Following graduation, alumni return to the school regularly to help out in a variety of volunteer roles, attesting to the bonds forged over the years. Housed in a modern 32,000 square foot facility, the school features a full-sized gymnasium, a state-of-the-art computer room, a fully-equipped science lab, a music room, a library, and a fully contained schoolyard equipped with permanent play apparatus. Trillium is an independent, non-denominational school. It is registered with the Ontario Ministry of Education and a member of the Ontario Federation of Independent Schools. Trillium School is committed to establishing within each of our students a strong foundation of work and study skills, a varied and extensive base of knowledge, and the ability to critically examine, discuss, and assess the world around them. These are skills that will always serve them well going forward. Success in today’s modern, global economy, however, requires a new set of competencies too. Our team is committed to meeting this demand. We work hard to develop our students’ teamwork skills, their ability to adapt quickly to change and remain flexible in their thinking, as well as their proficiency in public speaking. Trillium’s senior students are directly taught the qualities that strong, effective leaders possess and are presented with numerous opportunities to practice their leadership skills. Strong academics and good character – these are the hallmarks of Trillium School. By the time students graduate they will be global citizens, compassionate and tolerant in their perspective. They will have the self-confidence to try new things and the strong sense of self needed to drive them forward, always in pursuit of the highest in social, moral, and work standards. Trillium’s Elementary program combines a rigorous and challenging academic component with a wealth of extra-curricular activities geared toward developing the whole child. The core program follows the expectations set out in the Ontario Curriculum but is enriched in the subjects of Language, Math, and French, where students work above grade level. Students follow a structured timetable that incorporates many extra-curricular subjects as well, including swimming and skating lessons, public library visits, leadership training, Industrial Arts, and Moral Studies. Trillium high school provides an enriched, challenging academic program in a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Students are encouraged to show initiative and leadership and challenge themselves to reach their full potential. A rigorous yet flexible curriculum is designed to help each student develop the skills and the confidence needed to attain success at university and in their future careers. Each student is expected to complete 30 credits from a variety of subjects to receive an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). There are 18 compulsory credits and 12 optional (elective) credits. Community involvement activities are part of the school’s program. Students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community service as part of the requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The purpose of the community involvement requirement is to encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the role they can play and the contributions they can make in supporting and strengthening their communities. Our local partnerships provide opportunities for students to earn community service hours to foster their sense of community, as well as social and global awareness. The Co-curricular program is an important facet of school life. Exposure to a wide variety of life experiences helps to broaden students’ perspectives and to make school life fun. In addition to regular school activities such as field trips and guest speaker forums, we offer an extensive array of co-curricular activities and after-school programs, both inside and outside of the classroom. Our goal is to deliver a curriculum that enables each student to become a successful learner, a confident individual, and a responsible citizen. Students whose first language is not English may study English as a Second Language (ESL). We offer the ESL program to help advance international students’ English language proficiency. The program combines in-depth training in English language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) at eight levels with a choice of electives to suit students’ individual needs. Electives include test preparation, language for business, and pronunciation. Students can enroll in part-time or full-time ESL programs. We are committed to providing an immersive educational experience, especially for all international students. Our residences provide accommodation in a home-like setting where boarding students can find “A Home Away from Home”. Our boarding facilities provide students a safe and clean environment under the supervision of an affectionate resident warden to ensure that all students are well taken care of. Our weekend and evening programs offer different fun and educational activities that help ensure the best possible learning opportunities for the students. Our high school is committed to helping each student with their university placement requirements. The University Preparation Program is designed to identify and prepare the Grades 11 and 12 students to reach their post-secondary goals. Experienced guidance counselors offer assistance to the students and help them select the most suitable programs for their college and university study View full school

Vancouver Hebrew Academy is located in the Marpole neighborhood of Vancouver, on West 62nd Avenue, half a block west of Granville Street (map). It is within an easy commute of Richmond and is a short distance from the Vancouver Jewish Community Centre and other amenities. Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a family comprised of its students, parents, educators, administrators, and supporters. This notion of family informs everything we do, whether it is in communication between teachers and parents, promoting respect for the diversity of Jewish practice and customs within our school community, or in celebrating our own students’ achievements and those of Jews worldwide. We believe that our success depends on understanding how our family works together to achieve our goal of preparing our students academically, socially, and spiritually. We know that our children are our future and we must ensure that they are ready to take on the challenges of today-tomorrow-and beyond. We feel privileged to share in their journey. Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a warm and inclusive elementary school serving the diverse needs of Jewish students and their families in Greater Vancouver. Our mission is to teach Torah Judaism and values through a strong and balanced curriculum of Jewish and General studies. We believe that Torah education inspires the pursuit of academic excellence and provides children with the foundation skills to fortify their Jewish identity and ignite in them a passion for a lifetime of exploring their Jewish heritage and the world. View full school

An Innovative Education From Early Childhood To Grade 12. Welcome to Unisus School in Summerland, BC Canada. We are a day and full-time boarding school with students from the local Okanagan area and from countries around the world. We are proud to be the unique school that truly commits to international-mindedness where students' daily life involves different perspectives, languages, and cultures. Our school was founded to nurture the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Our curriculum focuses on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) and inquiry-based learning. The opportunity for your child is endless and we look forward to meeting your family. Technology and innovation have transformed the way we live and work, yet the current education system and the classroom environment have remained virtually the same for decades. At Unisus, we are leading the change in education by integrating the latest and best practices in teaching and learning from around the world. Our Students Will Be Equipped With The Tools And Skills To Excel In Tomorrow's World. Our trans-disciplinary focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) will prepare our students to take on leadership roles driving change and innovation. Our proximity to, and partnership with, cutting-edge technology companies in the Okanagan Valley create exciting opportunities for our students to experience and learn about entrepreneurship. Striking A Balance Between Proven Learning Models And Providing The Freedom To Explore Passions And Interests. We believe our students should have strong foundational skills. They should be global-minded and collaborative thinkers. It is also important for our students to express their creativity and pursue their curiosity. A key focus at Unisus is to foster your child’s understanding and appreciation of the global society that we live in today. Through our global partners, our students have an unparalleled opportunity to go abroad and experience deep cultural immersion. We also bring the world to Summerland by inviting international students and their families to come and experience all that we have to offer. Unisus Junior School is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improving the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high-quality programs of international education that share a powerful vision. We welcome you to visit or contact us and learn about our program. The program incorporates local and global issues into the curriculum, asking students to look at six related, transdisciplinary themes and to learn the links between them. The goal is for the student to take their learning out of the classroom and take action as a result of their learning. Another objective of the program is for students to develop positive personal attitudes towards learning, people, and the environment. Learning goes beyond the classroom walls as subjects are taught in unison surrounding concepts that reflect real-life issues. Subject matter in various disciplines will be explored in unison and at a deeper level so that transfer outside the classroom may occur. Students will show their skills and knowledge in a final culminating exhibition. They will have an opportunity to showcase their collaborative efforts, communication, action, research, and ICT (Information and Communication Technology) skills. This project will delve into an academic interest that is of importance to the student. Unisus School is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improving the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high-quality programs of international education that share a powerful vision. At Unisus, students are guided to make practical connections between school and the real world, as they study in a more interdisciplinary environment. As active learners, students will culminate the program with the Personal Project and will explore an area of interest by completing an independent product that may be creative or research-based. In the middle years, community service is a focus and students can be seen making a difference in their community, abroad, and for the environment. The goal is to prepare young people to think critically, communicate effectively, innovate, and lead empathetically. Focus on people and on technologies that enable people to realize their full potential. Our focus on people begins with a team of advisors who are experienced, strong, and diverse. These advisors share our values and are committed to our vision. They in turn hire the best educators from around the world who share our passion and commitment to improving the way we educate our students today. Please note: Unisus School is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Unisus School is also pursuing authorization as an IB World School. Our interdisciplinary inquiry-based approach to learning is enabled by the application of proven state-of-the-art technology to learning. Students are inspired to learn and to excel in areas of their interest. As part of our effort to educate global thinkers and leaders, competency in English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese will allow our students to communicate with over 90% of the global population. We offer these languages starting from kindergarten. Unisus School was founded on the desire to create an exceptional learning institution in the heart of the Okanagan. Significant resources have been utilized to ensure that from the beginning, Unisus is offering a world-class curriculum with dedicated and engaged teachers. To grow a new school takes patience, but we are sure that within a few short years Unisus will be recognized as a top BC School. This growth requires dedication and perseverance, but perhaps it is the early arrivals to the school who benefit the most. We are still small and we can pay a great deal of attention to each student’s needs. Every child is known by all the staff. There is a great sense of community – and an entrepreneurial spirit of families who are benefiting from the strong learning environment. The school is based on a few sound principles. First, our location and site create wonderful outdoor education opportunities. We will continue to develop this part of our curriculum so that students in all grades gain an appreciation of the environment and a sense of adventure as they try new activities. Second, the collective experience of the founding team is rooted in the International Baccalaureate, the world’s top educational framework. We are on target to be fully authorized in all 3 programs in the shortest possible time: We are already a candidate school for both the IB Primary Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. We all believe that the overall philosophy of the IB provides us a global foundation. It is that international experience that is our third focus. Our Senior School will attract students from around the world, who will stay in a new and welcoming residence facility. They will learn using proven innovative strategies that pay attention to independence and engagement. We are developing partnerships with schools around the world so that our outlook goes well beyond Summerland. The mix of local and international students will create a unique global perspective. You can also see that we are emphasizing math, science, engineering, and technology, while at the same time understanding that students need strong foundations in humanities and the arts. Indeed, the IB itself ensures that students have a well-balanced education. We believe that our mission is to prepare our students for an increasingly unknown future. We will create thinkers who can analyze information and determine what is useful, and what is not. Our graduates will have developed a personal and independent approach to their learning and will be able to approach problems and issues from a variety of perspectives, and through critical and creative thinking, come up with inventive solutions. All of this is in a very nurturing environment. All of us care about every student and want to engage with parents as partners in this journey through primary and secondary education. In the end, it is the quality of the teaching staff that makes the difference. We have been looking globally for the best teachers possible, and you will experience their special contributions daily. They have taught all around the world, and are trained as International Baccalaureate practitioners. The culture is collaborative and supportive, striving for excellence through constant reflection and commitment to modern approaches to teaching. View full school