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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Balmoral Hall School vs. Waterloo Independent Secondary School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  630 Westminster Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 3S1, Canada

  435 King St N, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 2Z5, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  1901

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  Enrolment

  550

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  Grades

  Preschool to 12

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  Gender

  Girls

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  Living arrangements

  Day, Boarding

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  Language of instruction

  English

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  Faith Based

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  School focus

  Science and technology

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  Developmental Priorities

  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."

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Progressive, International Baccalaureate

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  Curriculum pace

  Accelerated

  The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).

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  Academic culture

  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.

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  Avg. Class Size

  10 to 20

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  Special needs support

  Learning, Behavioral

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  Gifted learner support

  Dedicated class; in-class adaptations

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  Preschool/K curriculum

  Reggio Emilia

  Reggio Emilia programs aim to develop curiosity and problem-solving skills through the liberal use of “projects”, (as opposed to “activities” or “lessons”). Teachers design projects for children around their demonstrated interests. Projects can be geared to an individual student, a small group of students, or the class as a whole. Projects can last from a few days to the whole year. Art is strongly emphasized and is typically incorporated into every project. Teachers actively participate in projects alongside students, rather than sitting back and observing. A high degree of parent involvement is also encouraged, particularly when forming curriculums and project plans (which happens throughout the academic year).
  If you want to learn more about Reggio Emilia education, check out our comprehensive guide.

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $15,450 to $19,210

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  Boarding Tuition

  $38,625 to $49,440

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  Financial aid (FA)

  Yes

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  Students on FA

  15%

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  Eligible grades for FA

  SK to 12

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  Median FA package size

  $8,333

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  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

  34

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  Percent in boarding

  14%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

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  Day entry years

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  Boarding entry years

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  Day admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Boarding admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Interview required?

  Yes

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  SSAT required

  No

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• School’s perspective
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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL

  "We design experiences tailored to students’ interests, strengths, and goals. Technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship certificate programming includes drone flight training, robotics, interactive media, cybersecurity, venture development, and more. Nurturing resilience, inspiring creativity, and celebrating diversity, we are a nondenominational, independent day and boarding school from Junior Nursery to Grade 12. Our mission is to inspire girls’ imagination and the courage to excel, to reach, to lead, to care."

  • Internship program in Grade 11 provides students with real-world experience in fields of interest
  • Science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics are foundations for excellence
  • All students have learning opportunities in our new Benidickson Centre for Arts & Design
  • Grade 9 students look forward to an annual trip to Churchill, Manitoba to study polar bears
  • Post-secondary discussions start in early years, with formal guidance beginning in Middle School
  • Prep hockey team has won their league championship and 100 graduates have pursued collegiate hockey
  • Experiential learning opportunities abound in all grades, including week-long, off-campus sessions
  • In winter, physical education often includes skating or skiing on Winnipeg's Red River trail
  • Our Computer Science AP classes have won awards from The College Board in consecutive years
  • New coursework and co-curriculars in progress including technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL

  "It’s a fast-changing world, and for many girls the path ahead will take them into uncharted territory. Balmoral Hall School’s unlimited learning community fully prepares girls for that future by offering the most innovative educational experience. Every member of the community supports our girls on their individual learning journeys by contributing to their success. Every girl receives an education that is personalized to her strengths, interests, and passions."

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

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

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

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

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

  BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL

  "Girls, you want a school that can help you realize your fullest potential. You want options. You want the freedom to pursue post-secondary plans that are uniquely yours. Parents, your daughter will one day take her place as a strong, confident woman in a world that wants to listen to her. You've helped her grow, and you've been amazed by her abilities.
  
  You want the best, always. Alumnae and parents of graduates know that we are the best choice for girls' education. We want your best, too."

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

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL

  "Balmoral Hall School's signature Capstone education model in Middle & Senior School is reflective of our vision, mission, and values and allows us to provide a personalized program that is rigorous, relevant, and research-based. Capstone programming empowers our students to be prepared for their future academic and professional pursuits. Students are involved in authentic, meaningful learning with continuous formative assessment and relevant, timely feedback."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  BALMORAL HALL SCHOOL

  "At Balmoral Hall School, our goal is not simply to teach an enriched curriculum. Our programs are designed to build confidence, competence, and what experts call "connectedness," which refers to being a meaningful part of something other than oneself. We help girls build well-balanced foundations for personal and professional success in a fast-changing world."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

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