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Stratford Hall was founded in the late 1990s by two Burnaby parents, Elaine Lee and Cindy Leung, who wanted a university preparatory option for their own children. The school opened in 2000 with only 40 students, Kindergarten to Grade 12. Since then, we have added about 40 new students each year, making our current enrollment is 530 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. In 2003, Stratford gained authorization for the IB Primary Years Programme the first school in Western Canada to do so. That same year, Stratford Hall was accepted into the Independent Schools Association of BC, and later into the Canadian Association of Independent Schools in 2005. In 2005, we achieved authorization for the IB Diploma Programme, ensuring that our first graduating class would be Diploma candidates. Four years later, Stratford attained full authorization for our Middle Years Programme. We are now one of five schools in the lower mainland, one of 12 in Canada, and one of 185 in the world to offer the IB Continuum Programme. Stratford Hall educates students to the highest global standards through the programs of the International Baccalaureate. Excellence and confidence are developed through a challenging academic curriculum with further emphasis on creativity, action, and service. We foster a strong pluralistic community built on integrity and respect. Stratford Hall strives to be a global leader in the International Baccalaureate community. Our students will gain a deep understanding of the world around them, and they will act on their connections to the outside community. They will excel to the best of their abilities, and graduates will be equipped to achieve their chosen goals. This is accomplished by acquiring and retaining the best teachers, and by a commitment to a balanced and enriched curriculum. The success of Stratford Hall is deeply rooted in the establishment of a supportive, knowledgeable, and committed community. At Stratford Hall, you will hear us speak about the school community on your first visit to the school (even if it is a virtual visit!). The word community is prominent in our vernacular as a result of the strong partnership that exists between our faculty and staff and our families. We are committed to ensuring that Stratford Hall students not only receive a great education but that their school experience will change their lives. It is this strong sense of community, attention to learning, and caring that draws people to Stratford Hall. Our holistic curriculum is designed to develop our students’ curiosity, character, and perspective — attributes that will serve them throughout their lifetime. Our team of teachers and support staff nurtures the development of thoughtful, knowledgeable, courageous young people, who are inspired to make a difference in their world. View full school

SCS seeks to develop the whole student intellectually, spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally. Our programs operate within a context of academic excellence, faith, and community to achieve our mission of providing quality education with a Christian perspective. Steinbach Christian School holds the following core values as guiding principles as it seeks to achieve its mission of providing quality education with a Christian perspective: Excellent teaching staff Students reaching their highest potential Enrichment and Remedial support Evangelical Christian Worldview Personal Spiritual growth Mission minded Respect for self and others Healthy relationships Positive Atmosphere Safe Encouraging Communication Financial Accountability Receive an education that places a greater emphasis on timeless basics such as reading, writing, and math. Our students consistently outperform the provincial average. Learn in an environment where the God of the Bible is recognized in all subjects and activities. Our students are prepared to live a life anchored in a Christian worldview. Mature in an environment that is positive, caring, and safe. Our students are a part of a community where they can grow in character and confidence. A student's educational experience sets the foundation upon which the rest of his or her life will build. This is why Steinbach Christian School is committed to providing an option for families who value a strong academic program within a Christian context. Our commitment to quality education is reflected in our numbers. SCS students consistently score higher than the provincial average in standardized testing. By attending SCS, students: Receive an education that places a greater emphasis on timeless basics such as reading, writing, and math. Learn about the world in an environment where the God of the Bible is recognized in all subjects and activities. Mature in a community that is positive, caring, and safe. Resources Course Descriptions Early Years Handbook Middle Years Handbook Senior Years Handbook Senior Years teams compete in Zone 13 of the Manitoba High School Association and SCS is classified as a "AAA" school. Senior Years students generally field teams in golf, cross-country running, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and track, and field. The Middle Years (grade 7 & ? teams compete in the Hanover School Division Athletics Association. Middle Years students generally field teams in cross-country running, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and track and field. The SCS music program has varied offerings for students wishing to participate in the musical arts. All choirs and bands meet twice a week to rehearse within the school timetable. The SCS choral program begins in Kindergarten with basic vocal awareness and develops into a full-fledged singing experience from grade 5 through grade 12. Participation in an award-winning chamber choir is also available to grade 9-12 students who audition successfully. SCS choir and band ensembles participate in various local music festivals, as well as the SCS Christmas and Spring Concerts. View full school

In 1993, Mestanta Technological Institute opened. MTI remained vibrant and effective until 1997 when a name change resulted in the current Stein Valley Nlakapamux School. Stein Valley Nlakapamux School is a registered member with the B.C. First Nations Schools Association. The School is mandated to provide instruction and courses approved by the B.C. Ministry of Education and BC Independent Schools. For the past few years, the SVN School Board has been preparing to implement the new BC Education Curriculum so that its students can be prepared for the 21st Century! The Board believes that the Nlakapamux culture and way of life is conducive to the 21st Century learning methodology and that the students will meet the new curriculum core competencies as identified in the new BC Education curriculum. The BC Ministry of Education has promoted 21st Century Learning that is based on individualized learning and project-based learning. According to the BC Ministry of Education discussion paper entitled, Defining Cross-Curricular Competencies, the principle of cross-curricular competencies should “lead to the development of the whole child – intellectually, personally, and socially. In a world of growing diversity and challenge, schools must do more than help students master the sets of knowledge and skills acquired through the standard subject areas.” The school offers a holistic and unique education blending Nlakapamux Culture, Language, and Traditions with a contemporary educational theme. We see it as our goal to lead the community in this process of renewal. We see our job as nurturing young people to become healthy, educated, and responsible citizens. Welcome to the Stein Valley Nlakapamux School. Our school is a community-based Independent School owned and operated by the Lytton First Nation. The School Board is appointed by the Lytton First Nation Chief and Council for a specified period. However, the board governs independently from the Lytton First Nation. The day-to-day operations are delegated to the School Principal. The Board sets the short and long-term strategic directions for SVNS. Although our school is owned by an aboriginal organization, its doors are open to every one according to the Community Vision. We hope that this handbook will provide you with all the information about our school. The School Board and Staff would like to create a family atmosphere in a community setting by promoting open communication between the students, parents, teaching staff, principal, and school board. New ideas are always welcome to enhance or improve the level of education that our children receive so that we can prepare them to be successful in the 21st Century! View full school

At Stanstead College, boys and girls in Grades 7 through 12 live and study on a picturesque campus surrounded by the hills of Quebec's Eastern Townships and Northern Vermont. Founded in 1872, the College has a population of approximately 250 students from around the world and a highly involved faculty and staff. In keeping with the school motto - Sanitas, Sapientia, Religio or Health, Wisdom, Integrity - Stanstead College builds its program around the pillars of academics, athletics, and student life. By providing students with a structured and enriching educational experience in a small, globally aware community, Stanstead College builds a foundation for success at university and beyond. Our vision rests on our ability over nearly a century and a half to reinforce traditional values while embracing innovation in a constantly changing world. We achieve success by providing students with a secure, sustainable environment for learning, personal growth, and leadership. Our diverse and nurturing community promotes the values of health, wisdom, and integrity. The Stanstead College experience instills in its students a special combination of skills, knowledge, and values that prepare them to achieve their own goals as well as contribute to their communities as responsible, global citizens. Based on Quebec Ministry of Education guidelines, the Stanstead College curriculum is broadly divided into junior (Grade 7, ? and senior levels (Grade 9, 10, 11), with the core subjects of Mathematics, English, and French emphasized at each level. Grade 11 is highlighted by advanced-level courses in Mathematics, French, Chemistry, and Physics. Students may opt for French as a second language or Français as a first language (langue maternelle). Students graduate from high school upon the successful completion of their Grade 11 (Secondary V) year. Students may choose to attend Quebec CEGEP (two-year college subsidized by the Quebec government) or enroll in Grade 12, which provides students with an intensive university preparatory program. Because of the sequential nature of the Quebec curriculum, senior students are encouraged to enroll at Stanstead College in Grade 9 or 10 at the latest. Ideally, junior students should enroll in Grade 7. A new angle on university prep, Stanstead College's exclusive Grade 12 residence, Cowen House, offers Stanstead College students a sense of what university dorm life is like. With separate wings for boys and girls, the co-ed residence provides structured, supervised living along with certain freedoms befitting their senior status. The house opened in the fall of 2019. There is a study period each evening for students at all grade levels. Students are placed in Study Hall when they receive two or more unsatisfactory effort ratings in one report. Students who maintain an A- average without any unsatisfactory effort ratings may be allowed the privilege of optional study. With these two exceptions, all students study in their rooms or the library. During the day, one-on-one support is offered with junior faculty or the LRC coordinator during spares and/or academic support periods. Students may request extra help or maybe mandated to attend based on teacher/adviser requests. Academic advisors are also available to help their advisees either directly or by recommending other sources of assistance. Through the Learning Resource Center, qualified teachers offer students various learning strategies related to organization, time management, note-taking, test-taking, memory and recall, writing, essay planning, advanced reading comprehension, academic confidence, and critical or abstract thinking. The library is located on the first floor of Colby and features a vast selection of reading material, including fiction, non-fiction, and reference books. Visitors can also read magazines, borrow DVDs, or access printers. The reading area is bright and inviting, the perfect spot for studying and reflection. View full school

Sandy Lake Academy is a Junior Primary to Grade 12 Private Christian School located on a beautiful campus, serving families in Halifax, Bedford, Sackville, and surrounding areas of Nova Scotia. We have an SLA dormitory on campus for students in Grades 9 to 12 who are international students and for those who do not live within convenient commuting distance. Our primary goal at Sandy Lake Academy is to provide an atmosphere in which students may explore the creation and the Creator through extraordinary Bible classes, exceptional academics, an outstanding music program, terrific health, and fitness program, an excellent practical skills program, and wholesome social activity. We strive to provide a Christ-centered curriculum and program of activities that will impart to our students the knowledge and wisdom they need for success. We endeavor to provide a safe and secure school atmosphere for all. As a school family, it is our goal, through our love for one another, to create an environment that represents the love of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Sandy Lake Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum, designed to develop the whole person by focusing on the academic, spiritual, physical, and social aspects of the student. As a Christian school, we strive to provide an environment and education which will represent our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, and the ideals that he personified in his life and teachings. High standards are important to us as we believe that “whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Cor. 10:31 Therefore, we expect our staff and students to work together to bring glory to God through our school. We believe that true education cultivates well-rounded students preparing them for the joy of service in this life and for the higher joy of service in the life to come. To accomplish this goal, we have developed the five pillars of our vision for Sandy Lake Academy. We desire that through each facet of the five pillars of our vision, our graduates will be impacted in the following ways: We want our students to develop a closer walk with Jesus while attending SLA, but we also desire to prepare them to take the next step in their walk with Christ, developing into mature Christian leaders. Whether or not students become leaders in their careers, we ultimately want them to become leaders in the Church and the community. Our students should be well prepared for the continuing process of cultural change and will understand the need for ongoing personal growth and lifelong learning. They will be well-equipped academically to pursue higher education, have developed a thirst for knowledge, and attained enhanced critical thinking skills. Our graduates should possess a broad range of skills in technical and artistic areas which will give them a comprehensive foundation on which to begin their career paths. They will exhibit self-confidence developed through the performance and will be better equipped to express themselves and their ideas. It is our desire for students to have a working knowledge of the basic life skills appropriate for independent living. They should possess a multitude of skills to be better-rounded through all facets of life. We strive to instill in each student a positive attitude towards the development and maintenance of healthy bodies and minds. They will realize that a healthy lifestyle creates the necessary foundation for learning and productive life. We want them to recognize that our bodies are the temple of God and we honor Him when we properly care for our bodies. Students will be willing to promote healthy living within their families and communities. View full school

At Praxis we believe that each student can change the world through innovation and creative thinking and that capacity is multiplied many times over when students from around the world work together. Global Citizenry: We believe that the next generation must be globally educated and the best way to do that is to live, learn and work together. Entrepreneurship: We believe that entrepreneurship is a fundamental way to develop and implement new ideas both as a business owner and as an employee within an organization. Entrepreneurship is about thinking creatively and critically and being able to act with the tools of an enterprise. Environmental Sustainability: We believe that the earth is our home and needs to be respected and maintained and enhanced. We will learn how to do this together with ideas from around the world. Technology: We believe that technology is a tool that can create positive change by connecting people and ideas from many cultures, disciplines, and philosophies. Learning how to use technology responsibly and creatively is critical for change. Multiple learning styles: Every person learns differently so we determine the best approach for each person through initial and ongoing assessments. Experiential learning: Learning by doing is one of the most effective ways to discover and retain knowledge so we set up many opportunities for students to experience the curriculum first hand. Experimentation: Discovery is essential to developing thinking capacity. We encourage students to come up with ideas, research, and experiment. This is where new knowledge is discovered and failed experiments become opportunities for learning and trying again. Critical thinking: Being able to question what we learn is the basis of innovation. Students are asked to question what they learn, and answer their questions through research, discussion, experimentation, and analysis. They are asked to come up with problems to solve and then to solve them. Group and individual: Learning is achieved through self-reflection and group discussion. Both will be used to develop internal and external communication skills. Practitioner supported: We believe that learning from people who are practicing in their field is an excellent way to connect theory to reality – these are our Praxis Points. We connect our students with people such as engineers, architects, entrepreneurs, and others so that they start to learn what is needed in the working environment and begin building bridges with potential mentors. Qualified and experienced instructors: We only hire the instructors that are the best fit for our model of learning. They are skilled in working with multiple learning styles and in communicating with youth. They are supportive of student-centered learning and are credentialed teachers. We are part of a movement to Change Education Paradigms! Praxis International Institute offers an alternative education designed to prepare students for the world that they will eventually inherit, and, in collaboration with other approved Saskatchewan educational institutions, support for the completion of the traditional government-approved high school curriculum. In both cases, we offer an in-depth, practical, and applied education to students from around the world. In addition to teachers, we work with practicing professionals, business owners, and leaders, and community members to provide our students with both theoretical and real-life knowledge and experience. While we consider the Saskatchewan government curriculum when working with learners, we think outside the box of traditional education and enhance the curriculum with our teaching approach and subject matter. We are looking for young people interested in understanding and practicing being global citizens learning how to create ideas and think critically actively participating in the community working with technology and building their entrepreneurial toolkit. Although we do not provide Saskatchewan Education credits directly, if learners wish to earn them they can do one of two things: prepare for and write departmental exams set by the provincial government and/or work with our distance educational partner to earn the credits they are interested in. For learners wishing to continue to post-secondary education, they can use the credits earned through the process above to create an educational portfolio (sampling of their work and achievements) write entrance exams, or any combination of the above. We can work with the individual to achieve the goals they set out for themselves. For prospective international learners, Praxis is an English immersion school. Students whose first language is not English will have access to tutors and language coaches if needed. Semesters: Our school year currently runs from September to June with the first semester starting in September and the second semester in February. There are several national and provincial holidays we observe during the year as well. Focused on excellence, students learn in a student-centered environment with an opportunity to build on their interests and passions while studying an enhanced Saskatchewan high school curriculum. View full school

We believe that today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders. With a strong and deliberate focus on excellent academics, Meadow Green Academy offers a comprehensive blend of the best in traditional education and modern pedagogy, while using current technologies. The core curriculum at Meadow Green Academy prioritizes reading, writing, and mathematics, to develop a strong educational foundation. An emphasis on advanced learning in the areas of computers, sciences, and languages, challenges students to maximize their potential in the classroom and the world at large. Meadow Green Academy’s unwavering commitment to individual enrichment and accelerated programming is enhanced through small class sizes and ongoing, individual student assessments. Students enjoy a rich educational experience in a caring and nurturing environment, built on strong, Christian values. At Meadow Green Academy, we are motivated to cultivate courageous, principled individuals who will impact their world for good. Students are therefore encouraged to develop a global perspective and they are allowed to participate in various conferences and outreach programs. These experiences deepen the students’ understanding of their relationship and responsibility to others, around the world. We provide a challenging academic program, in an individualized, small class setting, to develop students as future leaders in their field. We are firmly committed to individualized learning through ongoing assessments and programming that addresses each student’s learning style. Mutual respect and inclusivity are emphasized to create a secure and nurturing environment, where each child is appreciated and recognized for who they are. We invite you to share in our education mission statement and obtain for your child, all the benefits our school provides in respect of education and personal growth. Our engaging and interactive Preschool program focuses on academics, skill-building, and play-based learning, using a variety of centers and Montessori materials. We provide a flexible schedule of full or half days to suit the individual needs of families. The Preschool program is offered at our Queensway Campus. At Meadow Green Preschool, we believe that a strong foundation in the early years is vital to continue life-long learning and development. We capitalize on the natural curiosity of preschool-age children to provide them with a rich educational experience in a caring and nurturing environment, built on strong Christian values. Meadow Green Preschool provides a balanced program of fun play, skill development, and academics. Realizing that the children are still young, they receive the nurturing and guidance of a loving, Christian teacher. Students are gently guided to join in and explore the social and academic aspects of school. A qualified teacher is dedicated to providing a nurturing, creative and comprehensive learning environment for students beginning at the age of 30 months, with a pupil/ teacher ratio of 8 to 1. A teaching assistant is present beyond the 8 to 1 ratio. Children must be toilet-trained before entering the program. Phonics, pre-reading, beginning math, storytime, physical activity, computers, science, social science, French, and art provide a stimulating program that enables children to develop cognitively in the areas of language/communication and numeracy. Science activities allow children to explore the world around them. French is introduced through play and songs, and children easily assimilate the new sounds and vocabulary of the French language. Our Grade 1-3 programs provide an ideal learning environment in which children’s intellectual potential is nurtured to develop informed, active, and compassionate lifelong learners. Children explore their community and the world around them and develop effective communication, strong reasoning, and abstract thinking skills. Our Language Arts program focuses on oral language skills, listening skills, phonics, word development, spelling, reading comprehension, written language, grammar, and creative writing. Students develop a solid grasp of the English language conventions and the ability to manipulate and use the language to be successful in all areas of learning. They gradually learn to develop and express their opinions and to utilize different and appropriate writing styles. Our Mathematics program covers five main areas: number sense and numeration measurement geometry and spatial sense patterning and algebra and data management and probability. It is designed to help students build on their solid foundation in mathematics, memorize necessary math facts, practice standard mathematical procedures and understand how to apply mathematical concepts in real situations. Our students develop solid problem-solving skills. In the Science program, we teach the importance of hypotheses and observation by doing hands-on science experiments. This multi-sensory approach allows students to master basic scientific knowledge and concepts and practice their skills of inquiry and seeking out information. Science seeks to describe and explain the natural world and our vision is to open the children’s eyes to this world and offer a Christian perspective. Our Social Studies program deals with world communities, landforms, politics, and history. The students master key social science concepts. A wide variety of teaching methods and learning activities are utilized to motivate and keep students engaged. We promote independent and cooperative learning. In French, a rich foundational vocabulary is learned excitingly and interactively through the use of conversations, poems, songs, and books. Students begin to write simple French sentences and answer comprehension questions. The curriculum aims to assist students to understand key grammatical concepts and to grow in their usage of the language. Computers, Physical Education, Art, and Music round out the students’ learning experience. In Grades 4-6, a comprehensive curriculum is followed that emphasizes strong academics, thinking skills, and practical applications. Classes are equipped with SMART Boards and students have regular access to the computer lab and can incorporate these technologies into their learning. In Language Arts, the focus is on oral communications, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, written language, grammar, and creative writing. Students learn how to independently plan, revise and edit their work and they participate in speech and writing competitions. Students are given group and individualized programs based on their strengths and abilities. Ongoing assessments ensure that key concepts and skills are grasped. View full school

The Montessori method believes that the best way to build a solid foundation of life-long learning is to stimulate the inherent curiosity that all of us are born with. That is why the King's Ridge family focuses on encouraging children to explore, discover and experience the joy of life-long learning. At King's Ridge Montessori, our main goal is to offer the most nurturing and enriching program for the children throughout the first six years of their lives, the age they are more eager to learn by exploring. Infants make giant leaps in physical, emotional, and intellectual development during their early years. With stimulating activities and Montessori exercises, they can develop the skills required for the smooth transition into the Toddler environment. Our well-designed and spacious toddler environment encourages freedom of movement and exploration. The toddler curriculum includes practical life activities, language and vocabulary building exercises, music, arts, and craft activities. The casa environment is bright and spacious. The children will have the opportunity to discover the joy of learning through a multitude of hands-on concrete experiences that the Montessori materials offer. King's Ridge Montessori's Mission Is to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment to inspire an individualized lifelong love of learning in every child, every day. The administration, staff, and volunteers of King's Ridge approach everyday learning driven by the same fixed ambitious vision: set a leading standard in trustworthy educational childcare in a superior physical learning environment. We hope to achieve better work-life balance solutions for our employers and through exceptional childcare and learning programs tailored to individual families. We know that the early year for children are the learning years and this learning continues into adulthood. We want children to be life-long learners, to be part of a community of learners, and to grow into adults who can make difference in the world. We have developed our method of delivering care and education to young children- a blend of Montessori principles/philosophy and the best practices of Early Childhood Educations. This combination of approaches provides our children with a framework that is a sense of engagement, and the ability to express oneself. This encourages the development of skills that parents have identified as important: reading, math, and creative arts. We also emphasize social skills and respect for others. Dr. Montessori calls this collection of manners "Grace and Courtesy". She and many other childcare professionals have come to believes that there is a high correlation between social behavior and academic behavior. In toddler Programs, the children continue to be involved in challenging experiences that support their emerging independence and autonomy. Our teachers provide a carefully prepared environment that is designed to promote a sense of personal empowerment and build self-esteem and other-esteem while offering a range of sensory and congestive experiences which drive neural activity and stimulate brain development. We believe in addition to feeling good about themselves, children need to develop "other-esteem" -to feel the way the other feels-and important, but often neglected, balance to the emphasis in our society towards promoting "self-esteem". Our environments are authentic Montessori communities. They reflect our commitment to helping children develop skills for life-long learning-concentration, independent thinking, problem-solving, and love of learning. Preschool children thrive on challenges and stimulation, are avid explores of their environment, and have a natural enthusiasm for work. With a three-year mix, younger children learn by example and older children solidify their knowledge by teaching others. We encourage the development of creativity, problem-solving strategies, independence, and academic skills. With unlimited access to a large variety of Montessori materials, like children's development, proceed from the concrete to the abstract. Friends fulfill the child's development need to feel valued, understood, and accepted by peers. Our Montessori directresses help children to make friends, to be a friend and to resolve the inevitable conflicts positively. View full school

Khalsa School is one of the oldest, largest, and most reputable Sikh institutions of learning in British Columbia. Founded in 1986 by Bhai Jeevan Singh Ji, Khalsa School has provided high-quality education to students of all faiths and backgrounds for over 30 years. Currently, we have five campuses, all of which follow the BC Ministry of Education curriculum. At Khalsa School, we believe that education is a holistic endeavor. Through our extensive academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs, we prepare our students to prosper inside, as well as outside classrooms. Our extracurricular programs also help students by providing an outlet to help them grow as individuals. Each year, our high school students graduate and get accepted by top-ranked universities across the province. In addition, we also put our focus on Sikh values to help students become spiritually inclined, honest, and compassionate individuals. Education carries with it an ethical obligation, to improve and serve society. In drawing from the rich history, traditions, and heritage of the Sikh faith we work to cultivate in our students the values of compassion, service to humanity, justice, truth, and a love of knowledge. At Khalsa School, we aim to provide excellent quality of education for all our students. It is our firm belief that every student can learn regardless of their circumstance. Living up to this ideal requires that we at Khalsa School have a holistic approach to education that will stand the test of time. In keeping with our principle of lifelong learning, we understand that approaches to education will evolve, both as the world changes and as we continually encounter new and best pedagogical practices. Developing ethical students who excel in and outside the classroom and who are grounded in the traditions and heritage from which they come, requires rooting our educational approach in several key principles. These principles include providing globally relevant education, exposing our students to interdisciplinary learning, teaching curricula that is ‘concept-based and competency-driven,’ encouraging student-centered learning, and constantly reinforcing the importance of a growth mindset while using the Government of British Columbia’s Redesigned Curricula. Because of our thirst for knowledge, the human species is a distinct creation of Mother Nature. When this thirst for knowledge encounters Gurmat (the wisdom of the Gurus), then we obtain the best of both, spiritual and worldly matters. In these individualistic countries, economic issues are not the only problem. A bigger problem is preserving our religious and cultural beliefs, as well as representing our faith on an international level Khalsa School has been fulfilling its role by representing the Sikh faith for the past 3 decades. Khalsa School’s main goal is to provide its children with not only academic learning but also providing them with the knowledge of Sri Guru Granth Sahib. The religious department works tirelessly to ensure that the students of Khalsa School learn about their cultural and religious beliefs, as well as their mother tongue. In addition, Akaal Festival, Kirtan and Tabla Competitions, Turban tying competitions, and several other programs were organized. Every session starts with Sri Akhand Paath Sahib, for which the seva is mostly done by the students. We also celebrate Gurupurabs every month by organizing kirtan, religious poetry, dhadhi varaan, and several other ways – all of this is done by the students – encouraging them and their peers to learn more about their faith. With the grace of the Gurus, we also organize Amrit Sanchar every month. Knowing that there are several vices such as addiction, it is important to give the students strong values to keep them away from the wrong company, therefore, avoiding such vices. Khalsa School’s religious department does everything in its power to ensure that students do not indulge in such vices. It is also important to point out that the Sangat plays a huge part in Khalsa School’s achievements and mission. Khalsa School’s religious department requests the Sikh Sangat to get their children to register for Khalsa School, and by doing so help the Sikh community to grow further. View full school

Established in 1990, Imperial College of Toronto, ICT, is an independent residential school registered with and inspected by Ontario’s Ministry of Education, Ontario (MIDNET884979). ICT offers both Canadian and foreign students ESL, Grade 11/12, and pre-university programs approved by Ontario's Ministry of Education towards OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma). Imperial College of Toronto understands students' needs and parents' expectations. ICT is proud to be a HOME away from home where students feel comfortable and welcome. Our highly qualified teaching staffs welcome all students who are interested in Arts, Science, Business Studies, and any field of study. We emphasize the development of the students all around. We aim to provide love, care, and adequate assistance, to help students into the best universities with the least expenses and shortest time possible. We care about happiness and dignity. We care about success, learning, and life. We care about respect, for others and ourselves. We care about fairness and understanding. ICT offers the same set of rules for everyone. It guarantees a safe and comfortable environment. It has a friendly and cooperative atmosphere. It has a high standard for both students and faculty. It ensures a real chance of success. Established in 1990, Imperial College of Toronto, ICT, is an independent residential school registered with and inspected by Ontario’s Ministry of Education, Ontario (MIDNET884979). ICT offers both Canadian and foreign students ESL, Grade 11/12, and pre-university programs approved by Ontario's Ministry of Education towards OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma). Imperial College of Toronto understands students' needs and parents' expectations. ICT is proud to be a HOME away from home where students feel comfortable and welcome. Our highly qualified teaching staffs welcome all students who are interested in Arts, Science, Business Studies, and any field of study. We emphasize the development of the students in all around. Our aim is to provide love, care and adequate assistance, in order to help students into the best universities with the least expenses and shortest time possible. We care about happiness and dignity. We care about success, in learning and in life. We care about respect, for others and oneself. We care about fairness and understanding. ICT offers the same set of rules for everyone. It guarantees a safe and comfortable environment. It has a friendly and cooperative atmosphere. It has a high standard for both students and faculty. It ensures a real chance of success. View full school

Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, with a modern and aesthetically captivating new addition, Clanmore Montessori School is an Oakville private school situated in southeast Oakville at the intersection of Lakeshore Road East and Winston Churchill Boulevard. The school conveniently borders both Joshua’s Creek Conservation Area and the City of Mississauga. Our vision at Clanmore Montessori School is to offer a unique educational program for children of ages eighteen months to fifteen years. We offer an environment that meets the total needs of each child and fosters family life. Our program is based on the philosophy of Maria Montessori, who developed an approach to children consistent with their natural development and their fundamental desire to learn. Fully trained teachers guide and mentor the children using the principles of freedom within limits and self-directed activity. This allows each child to achieve his or her potential, academic and otherwise, without pressure, and to develop a keen sense of self. With low student-to-teacher ratios and a highly qualified, caring staff, our atmosphere is warm and inclusive. Clanmore Montessori School sprang from a dream, a vision, a desire for a wonderful learning environment for children. Grace Kidney, Elaine Delsnyder, and Cathy Sustronk, who began their work together as teaching colleagues in the 1980s, were the dreamers. They had a vision of a strong, supportive school where happy children, whose developmental imperatives were being met, would be happy learners. Dr. Maria Montessori’s approach to children and their education fulfilled this vision theirs, therefore, had to be a Montessori School. The environment for the Clanmore Montessori preschool child allows for the development of skills through exploration and manipulation of specifically designed materials. In a caring and nurturing private school environment the teacher assists the developing children to explore activities that are carefully designed to appeal to the children and to respond to their intellectual and physical needs. In the elementary environment at Clanmore Montessori School, we remember the origin of the word education, which is the Latin word “Educare” meaning to lead out or draw forth. Our primary function is to educate the whole child for life. To do this we implement two essential elements: the first is a community of children of mixed ages within which the child can grow emotionally and socially the second is the academic instruction suited to the individual student’s stage and rate of learning. The prepared Middle School environment offers students the opportunity to discover their unique gifts and talents and to learn the skills and tools they will need to become compassionate, 21st-century thinkers, able to lead the change required to address the challenges facing our world today. This is not just education for education’s sake, this is education for life. Clanmore Montessori School will help create a foundation that will not only have a profound effect on your child while they are with us, but will stay with them throughout the various stages of their life. Clanmore Montessori School’s Co-curricular Programs are seamlessly integrated into the end of the school day, allowing for more family time in the evenings. Care has been taken to ensure that like our Summer Camp, these programs blend with the Clanmore approach. They are developmentally appropriate, co-ed, and with mixed-age groupings. View full school

Welcome to the Canterbury High School Learning Community. Located in the southeast sector of Ottawa, Canterbury High School is a hub of creative activity for over 1,250 students. It is a school with a 50-year tradition of excellence comprised of students from our local community and students from across and the city who have auditioned for the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board’s Secondary Arts program. There is a rich diversity in the school population that is respected and encouraged. As a result, our students are motivated, creative, energetic, and committed to their studies, their school, and their community. Our goal, as a learning community, is to nurture well-being and excellence in our students by challenging them with the best of the academic, artistic, and extra-curricular worlds, while providing a safe and caring learning environment. All members of our learning community are encouraged to participate in all aspects of our school to facilitate our students’ journey through secondary education and to become well-rounded individuals who care about and understand our greater community. Located in the southeast sector of Ottawa, Canterbury is a hub of creative activity for over 1300 students. It is a school with a 40–year tradition of excellence made up of students from our local community and students who have auditioned for the specialized Arts Canterbury program. Students in the Arts Canterbury program enroll in one of the following art disciplines: dance, drama, literary, music, or visual. There is rich persist in the school population that is respected and encouraged. As a result, the students are motivated, creative, energetic, and committed to their studies, their school, and their community. The extra-curricular athletic program at Canterbury lends balance to both academics and arts. Our goals are to nurture excellence in our students by challenging them with the best of the academic, artistic, and athletic worlds, and to help students become well-rounded individuals who care about and understand our greater community. Canterbury High School is an Ottawa-Carleton District School Board high school in the Elmvale Acres neighborhood of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is an arts magnet school and located at 900 Canterbury Ave. It serves 1304 students. While offering both an arts program and a general program, Canterbury is known primarily for the arts. The Arts Canterbury program began in 1983. It was recently rated by Maclean's Magazine as the top high school for the arts in Canada. It is not the top arts high school, which would mean the best school overall of all art schools. Instead it is the best high school specifically for the arts. The school opened in 1969 as a comprehensive high school. It was the last in a series of ten high schools built by the Collegiate Board to deal with the baby boom. At the time of its opening, it was considered an extremely modern school, employing all the latest ideas in education. Most notably many of its walls were moveable, allowing for an easy reorganization of space. It also had one of the largest libraries of any secondary school. Arts Canterbury, established in 1983, is a specialized program of the Arts in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. Students who thrive in this program have a deep love of the Arts. This program helps students enhance their skills in a challenging and supportive environment. Entry to the Arts Canterbury Program is by audition only. The Arts Canterbury Program offers students the opportunity to fulfill their high school graduation requirements while studying one of these five Art disciplines in-depth, Dance, Drama, Literary Arts, Music (Winds/Percussion, Strings or Vocal), Visual Arts. Student Services is dedicated to helping young people better understand their educational opportunities, to know and appreciate themselves, to relate effectively to others, and explore career alternatives. We strive to promote positive mental health and access to appropriate support for all of our students. Click below to access a range of resources to help yourself or a student who may be struggling with their mental health. Canterbury provides a full range of academic programs including the Extended French program which leads to the OCDSB Extended French Certificate and a concentration of Business courses that can lead to the OCDSB Business Certificate. We also provide an opportunity for students to learn a third language through our Spanish classes. A comprehensive co-operative education program allows students to gain experience in the world of work while at the same time earning valuable credits. The four-year Arts Canterbury program allows students to receive instruction in their chosen art discipline (dance, drama, literary arts, music, or visual arts) daily in addition to a full academic load. Canterbury is a semester school. Students attend four classes per day. Students are enrolled in 8 courses per year in grades 9, 10, and 11 with the option of 6 or more courses in grade 12. However, with the Extended French and the Arts Program, most students enroll in 8 courses throughout their high school years at Canterbury. The majority of Arts Canterbury Courses are full-year courses. Exceptions are in the Visual and Music disciplines. Students enter the Arts Canterbury program through an audition process which takes place in February. Additional information can be found on our website or in the Arts Canterbury booklet available at the school. CHS is accessible for the physically challenged. Our facilities include 5 computer labs, a library with networked computers, a communications technology studio with video and audio recording capabilities, 4 drama studios, 3 dance studios, a fully-equipped auditorium, music rooms for vocal, string, and wind instruction, visual art rooms with separate photography, ceramics, drawing/painting and printmaking areas, a large gym, a weight room, and a cardio workout area. View full school