"He's a totally different person. He's into his schoolwork. It's absolutely great to see."
— Father of a Grade 8 student, wrapping up his first year in private school
Every family has different reasons for considering private school, but most agree on the core benefits it offers children:
Private school students often experience more academic challenge, a stronger sense of values, greater access to teachers, and an increased sense of safety. Parents also choose private education for specific features such as:
Families who choose private schools tend to value holistic development and strong character education. Contrary to common belief, private school families come from all income levels and backgrounds. According to Statistics Canada (July 4, 2001), 29% of private school students come from households earning under $50,000, while 26% come from families earning more than double that amount. This diversity reflects a broad appeal across socioeconomic groups.
In May 2007, the Fraser Institute published a study titled Ontario’s Private Schools: Who Chooses Them and Why? Based on surveys from 919 Ontario families, the study identified the top five reasons parents choose private education:
Read the full report at www.fraserinstitute.ca
| Realistic expectations | Unrealistic expectations |
| Expect your child to receive a quality education. | Assume they will immediately bring home straight A’s. |
| Expect clarity on school philosophy, rules, and conduct. | Expect to bend rules when your child breaks one. |
| Expect a nurturing and challenging environment. | Assume an unmotivated child will transform without effort or support. |
| Expect boarding school to offer structure. | Assume boarding school will "fix" behavioural issues. |
| Expect multiple schools could be a great fit for your child. | Believe all is lost if your child isn’t accepted into one specific school. |
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