AN OUR KIDS REPORT:A+ World Academy vs. The Element High School

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

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    Address

    Address

    Skippergaten 55, Kristiansand, Other, N-4611, Norway

    425 Marché Way, Unit 201, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5J3, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    N/A

    2003

    Enrolment

    N/A

    100

    Grades

    N/A

    7 to 12

    Gender

    N/A

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    N/A

    Day

    Language of instruction

    N/A

    English

    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

    N/A

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

    N/A

    Balanced
    Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
    Intellectual
    The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."

    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

    N/A

    Progressive, Montessori

    Curriculum pace

    N/A

    Student-paced
    The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.

    Academic culture

    N/A

    Supportive
    A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

    Avg. Class Size

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    Varies

    Special needs support

    N/A

    Learning

    Gifted learner support

    N/A

    In-class adaptations

    Preschool/K curriculum

    N/A

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    N/A

    $18,810 to $21,905

    Boarding Tuition

    N/A

    Financial aid (FA)

    N/A

    Yes

    Students on FA

    N/A

    0%

    Eligible grades for FA

    N/A

    None

    Median FA package size

    N/A

    $0

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    N/A

    17

    Percent in boarding

    N/A

    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    N/A

    95%

    Day entry years

    N/A

    7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Boarding entry years

    N/A

    Day admissions deadline

    N/A

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    N/A

    Not available

    Interview required?

    N/A

    Yes: grades 7 - 12

    SSAT required

    N/A

    No

  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    "The Element is an innovative high school, which places youth in their ‘element’, in school and beyond. Located in the dynamic Lansdowne Park area, The Element hosts Grade 7 to 12 students who thrive on being challenged and engaged in the whole educational process. Although the curriculum is based on Montessori pedagogy, a previous Montessori education is not required; a passion for life, knowledge and global inquiry is!"

    • Diverse staff that teaches within their own subjects of study and are OCT certified
    • Education as a preparation for life
    • Small class sizes
    • Individually appointed Faculty Advisors mentor students through their Element journey
    • Academically rigorous which exceeds Provincial expectations
    • Community as our campus
    • Wilderness trip to the far North connecting students with our Indigenous Peoples
    • Curriculum based student organized and lead Urban Adventure
    • Student lead international community service Wintrim Trip
    • Authentic World of Learning (AWOL)

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    "Students begin their Element journey with The Odyssey Trip in e1 with the Indigenous peoples of the Moose River, and move into weekly community connections through AWOL experiences (Authentic World of Learning) in e2 and e3. The e2 students plan, fundraise and execute an Urban Adventure Trip while the e3 students plan and fundraise for an international community service trip to a community in Costa Rica."

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    What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    Information not available

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    What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    Information not available

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    What type of student is a good fit for your school?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    Information not available

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    Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

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    To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    "At The Element we ensure that our students are prepared for life. Our small class sizes, dedicated and passionate teachers and unique curriculum delivery enable us to ensure our students have a strong academic background. Additionally, through both direct lessons and individual advisory meetings we put an emphasis on helping our students to understand themselves as learners so they have the tools and strategies to be effective and efficient students."

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    How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    "The role of the teacher at The Element goes beyond the traditional providing an environment where the student goes beyond the Ontario Curriculum. Additionally, our teachers serve as mentors to our students through their advisory roles, individually supporting and guiding our students through their journey at The Element. Ultimately our students develop a strong sense of self, the skills they need for success and a curiosity about the world."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    "The Montessori concepts of freedom and choice are powerful tools that empower and engage our students. With clear expectations on the outcomes required, students are provided with the opportunity to choose how they are going to meet the outcomes and as the work is personally relevant they often exceed expectations and make associations and connections beyond the assignment requirements. Students are given freedom within specific frameworks and guidelines and held accountable to outcomes."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

    Information not available

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    THE ELEMENT HIGH SCHOOL

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