AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Brighton School vs. Keystone School

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

    Distance From

    Map

    Address

    Address

    150 Wynford Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M3C 1K6, Canada

    23 Toronto Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5C 2R1, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    2003

    2011

    Enrolment

    65

    340

    Grades

    1 to 12

    7 to 12

    Gender

    Coed

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    Day

    Day, eSchool

    Language of instruction

    English

    English

    Faith Based

    School focus

    Academic

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

    Balanced
    Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
    Emotional
    The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and confident individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."
    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

    Traditional

    Progressive

    Curriculum pace

    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.
    Standard-enriched
    Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.

    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.
    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

    6 to 10

    10 to 16

    Special needs support

    Learning, Developmental

    Learning, Developmental, Behavioral

    Gifted learner support

    Preschool/K curriculum

    Play-based
    Play-based programs are the most common type of preschool and Kindergarten, and are founded on the belief young children learn best through play. Largely open-ended and minimally structured, play-based programs aim to develop social skills and a love of attending school. “Pre-academic” skills are taught, but in a more indirect way than at, say, an Academic program: through children playing in different “stations” set up around the classroom, which children choose on their own volition. Stations often contain an indirect lesson or developmental goal. Play-based classrooms are highly social and active.

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    $27,750

    $19,750

    Boarding Tuition

    Financial aid (FA)

    No

    Yes

    Students on FA

    0%

    10%

    Eligible grades for FA

    None

    7 to 11

    Median FA package size

    $0

    $7,000

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    5

    57

    Percent in boarding

    0%

    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    100%

    65%

    Day entry years

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Preschool, JK, SK, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Boarding entry years

    Day admissions deadline

    Rolling

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

    Not available

    Interview required?

    Yes: grades 1 - 12

    Yes: grades 7 - 12

    SSAT required

    No

    No

  • OUR PERSPECTIVE

    The Our Kids Review

    The Our Kids Review

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    information not available

    Our Take

    Our Take

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    The Brighton program begins from the understanding that not all students are able to adapt themselves to the curriculum; rather, in order to reach their potentials, they require an academic environment that adapts itself to them. That can take many forms, and Brighton offers the full range, from small, student-centred groups, to a balanced daily schedule, to a staff with the tools and supports—and the time—to really work individually with each of the students. There are lots of challenges out there, and Brighton has a history of helping their students meet all of them, no matter what form they might take. The service programs, spirit days, and extracurricular programs all extend and enhance the strength of the core program.

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    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    One of the resources of Keystone International Schools is the city itself, something that administration has very consciously built into the programs. Toronto has a wealth of resources, of course and Keystone strives, rightly, to make the most of them. While not a preparatory school in name, the program nevertheless addresses itself to a student population preparing for success at university. Supports are in place for international students, and the school adopts an international gaze, looking well beyond the school walls, educating students to be adept at international communication and engagement. The ideal student is one able to thrive within a diverse, collaborative academic environment.

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  • INSIDER PERSPECTIVES

    Written Reviews

    Written Reviews

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "lovely teachers and interesting classmates"
    ruby ma - Student   (Jan 24, 2018)
    In Keystone International Schools, we have lovely teachers and interesting classmates. Everyone stud... View full review

    "...always fostered a positive environment and [...] made sure that I was doing well in school."
    Adham Alazhari - Student   (Jul 31, 2018)
    I really enjoyed being a student at Keystone. Overall I made lifelong memories and really good frien... View full review

    "Students at Keystone School are very friendly and helpful."
    Sarah Lee - Parent   (Dec 10, 2021)
    My daughter completed Grades 10, 11 and 12 at Keystone School. What she needed was a happy school en... View full review

  • School’s perspective

    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    "Brighton is the leading private school in Toronto intentionally designed for elementary and secondary students with learning challenges. Brighton sets the standard for specialized education by using best practices, evidence-based teaching methods, and specialized remedial programs for reading decoding, reading comprehension, math, writing, and social competency development. Brighton is a warm, vibrant school with small learning groups and personal attention. Visit us in our great new renovated location!"

    • Small, personal learning groups of 6 or fewer students
    • Specialty Programs in reading, comprehension, writing and math
    • Chromebooks provided to all students
    • Full G Suite available to all students with school account - includes Google Classroom, Kami
    • Read & Write Assistive Technology available to all students at school and home
    • Social Cognition skills taught
    • Health & Safety Classes
    • We teach the Ontario Curriculum with modifications and accommodations if needed

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "Keystone fosters a project-based, experiential learning environment in which students gain knowledge and skills to become responsible, socially conscious, and independent world citizens. With our enhanced program and holistic approach to education, students acquire the qualities and abilities needed for a successful life full of purpose and joy. Our aim is to ignite a passion for life-long learning in our students, while simultaneously inspiring responsibility for the self, the community, and the world."

    • In the Heart of Toronto (Financial District)
    • Experiential Learning Environment / Holistic Approach
    • Preparation for Higher Education
    • Personalized Education
    • International Student Support
    • Online Classes / Virtual Campus
    • English-French Bilingual Program

    Array

    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "Our small classes with an average size of 14 students per class provide an individualized Academic Program which ensures that each student is seen, valued, and challenged.

    Our project-based learning programs cater to the varied interests and skills of our students where they discover new capacities for critical thinking and forming independent judgments."

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    "Our learning group model is unique. Students are taught in small groups with other students that are at their same level. This model optimizes learning.

    We have specialty programs for reading (Direct Instruction), comprehension (Visualizing and Verbalizing) and math (My Math Path)"

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "Keystone offers students a home-like environment where each student can express his/her feelings and ideas freely. A balanced distribution of domestic and international students ensures that students become open-minded, respectful and authentic adults."

    Array

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

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "We have worked to establish a very close network of communication at Keystone that we feel is unique to our school. From our founder, to our principal, to our administrator, to our teachers, everyone is present at the school each day to build and strengthen bonds and connections with the students. If a student is ever in need of guidance from any member of our academic team, we are always there to provide hands-on, individualized support."

    Array

    What might families find surprising about your school?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    "We are a family-oriented school that fosters interaction between students and teachers. We encourage students to feel that we are all a family, and that they are not simply at Keystone to get their education and go home again. Once a part of the Keystone family, you are part of it for life."

    Array

    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

    Array

    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Information not available

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

  • SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

    Message from school leadership

    Message from school leadership

    Welcome to Brighton

    We have what you’ve been looking for. A warm, vibrant school community that understands elementary and secondary students with learning challenges.  Learning Groups with only 3 – 6 students in each group.  Caring, qualified, trained and experienced Special Ed teachers who individualize learning to meet each students’ needs.  An evidence-based, best-practices curriculum that gets results. A focus on remediation, but also on ‘strengthening strengths’ so our students understand that while they have challenges, they also have gifts and abilities that make them shine.

    Our ‘Balanced Day’ schedule with two well-spaced 45 minute breaks (instead of short 15 minute recesses) helps keep our students at a consistent energy and attention level throughout the day.  After school clubs that allow students to experience a wide variety of different sports and arts activities, and are designed to build skills, friendships, teamwork and self-confidence.  A social skills program.  In-house tutoring.  Speech and OT services.  Dances. A large, bright gymnasium.  A stage.  A great playground.  A parking lot.  A before and after school care program.  Great students and parents.  Come and visit us to experience Brighton for yourself!

    Welcome to Keystone International School, a dynamic, boutique school, in the heart of Toronto.

    We strive to involve students in their own learning experience. Teachers are not lecturers but are facilitators in the classrooms. Our inquiry-based, holistic approach to education encourage students to take action and become life-long learners. We always remind students that every subject has a relation to the real world. Whenever we can get away from the classroom, we make sure to do that; it’s far more interesting to go check out some super structures to think the physics behind it, see live art pieces and discuss them at the museum, or play logic games to calculate probability for math class. In Economics or Business, we observe a product over time to understand the effects of demand and supply. All these experiments keep students interested and makes learning easier, fun and most importantly permanent.

    At Keystone, we nurture our students to be well-rounded and intuitive individuals while challenging them to excel academically. Our culturally diverse environment prepares our students for the future when they will be collaborating with others at a global level.

  • ACADEMICS

    • OVERALL CURRICULUM


      Primary Curriculum

      Primary Curriculum

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Traditional

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Progressive


      Secondary Curriculum

      Secondary Curriculum

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Information not available

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Information not available


      Our Take: primary curriculum type

      Our Take: primary curriculum type

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Progressive (sometimes called "in- quiry-based") curricula attempt to place children's interests and ideas at the heart of the learning experience. Instead of lessons being driven by predetermined pathways, progressive curricula are often "emergent", with learning activities shaped by students' questions about the world. Instead of starting with academic concepts and then tying it to everyday experience, progressive methods begin with everyday experience and work back to an academic lesson. Teachers provide materials, experiences, tools and resources to help students investigate a topic or issue. Students are encouraged to explore, reflect on their findings, and discuss answers or solutions.


      Our Take: secondary curriculum type

      Our Take: secondary curriculum type

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Not applicable

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Not applicable


      What the school says about their curriculum

      What the school says about their curriculum

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Brighton is committed to using best-practices, evidence-based teaching methods and materials for its students.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Our students are prepared for the rigours of university, while acquiring practical life skills. This combination makes them valuable in the global workplace. Student-centred learning focuses on the student’s needs, abilities, interests, and learning styles, with the lecturer as a facilitator of learning. Intentional learning develops students’ explicit understanding of their own approach to learning as well as confidence in their discipline-specific knowledge base in order to confidently address cross-curricular skills and metacognitive functions.

    • COURSE PEDAGOGIES

      • Writing


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Process approach


        Our take: writing approach type

        Our take: writing approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        The process approach to teaching beginner writing aims to get students writing “real things” as much as possible and as soon as possible. The goal is to create the right environmental conditions to encourage a love of writing and a motivation to write well. With children invested in the writing process -- through assignments children find meaningful -- students are then given feedback on how they can improve.


        What the school says about their writing program

        What the school says about their writing program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Science


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: science approach type

        Our take: science approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.


        What the school says about their science program

        What the school says about their science program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Topics covered in science curriculum

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Evolution as consensus theory
        Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
        Evolution is not taught

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Evolution as consensus theory
        Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
        Evolution is not taught


        Treatment of evolution (value)

        Treatment of evolution (value)

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

      • Literature


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: literature approach type

        Our take: literature approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.


        What the school says about their literature program

        What the school says about their literature program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Domains covered by the literature program

        Topics covered in literature curriculum

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Ancient lit
        English lit
        World (non-Western) lit
        European (continental) lit
        American lit
        Canadian lit

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Ancient lit
        English lit
        World (non-Western) lit
        European (continental) lit
        American lit
        Canadian lit

      • Social Studies


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable


        Our take: social studies approach type

        Our take: social studies approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        The Thematic approach organizes the curriculum around certain themes or cultural universals. Students might spend time focused on food. Then they might focus on transportation or government, and so on.


        What the school says about their social studies program

        What the school says about their social studies program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Humanities and Social Sciences


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: humanities and social sciences approach type

        Our take: humanities and social sciences approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.


        What the school says about their humanities and social sciences

        What the school says about their humanities and social sciences

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Foreign Languages


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Equal Balance


        Our take: foreign language approach type

        Our take: foreign language approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.


        What the school says about their foreign language programs

        What the school says about their foreign language programs

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Language instruction offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Hebrew
        ESL
        Spanish
        Russian
        Latin
        Japanese
        Italian
        Greek
        German
        French
        Chinese-Mandarin
        Chinese-Cantonese

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Hebrew
        ESL
        Spanish
        Russian
        Latin
        Japanese
        Italian
        Greek
        German
        French
        Chinese-Mandarin
        Chinese-Cantonese


        Learning a foreign language is required until

        Treatment of evolution (value)

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available

      • Fine Arts


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable


        Our take: fine arts approach type

        Our take: fine arts approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Creative arts programs are studio-driven. While historical works and movements may still be taught to add context to the program, students mainly engage in making art (visual, musical, theatrical, etc). The goal is use the actual practice of art to help educate students’ emotions, cognition, and ethos.


        What the school says about their fine arts program

        What the school says about their fine arts program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Courses offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Acting
        Dance
        Drama/Theatre
        Graphic Design
        Music
        Visual Arts

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Acting
        Dance
        Drama/Theatre
        Graphic Design
        Music
        Visual Arts

      • Computers and Technolgy


        Approach

        Approach

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Heavy integration


        Our take: computers and technology approach type

        Our take: computers and technology approach type

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Not applicable

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        A major effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy throughout the curriculum and in everything students do. Digital literacy is understood to be a fundamental skill in the 21st century: it therefore follows, the idea goes, that teachers should find ways to connect every lesson back to technology. Effort is made to ensure the use of technology is meaningful and advances students’ skills beyond what they would otherwise be from using computers outside the classroom.


        What the school says about their computers and technology program

        What the school says about their computers and technology program

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Information not available

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Information not available


        Courses offered in:

        Topics covered in science curriculum

        BRIGHTON SCHOOL

        Web design
        Robotics
        Computer science

        KEYSTONE SCHOOL

        Web design
        Robotics
        Computer science

    • PRESCHOOL/K CURRICULUM


      Approach

      Approach

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Play-based

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Not applicable


      Our Take

      Our Take

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Play-based programs are the most common type of preschool and Kindergarten, and are founded on the belief young children learn best through play. Largely open-ended and minimally structured, play-based programs aim to develop social skills and a love of attending school. “Pre-academic” skills are taught, but in a more indirect way than at, say, an Academic program: through children playing in different “stations” set up around the classroom, which children choose on their own volition. Stations often contain an indirect lesson or developmental goal. Play-based classrooms are highly social and active.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Not applicable


      What the school says

      What the school says

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Information not available

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Keystone International Schools, are committed to early learning. Our goal is to provide our kids with a developmentally appropriate learning environment where they are encouraged to acquire a love for learning. We practice the holistic approach and focus on our kids’ physical, personal, social, and emotional wellbeing as well as their cognitive aspects. The holistic approach also focuses on interacting with the natural world where kids can learn to observe, take care of, and love their environment.

    • CURRICULUM PACE


      Pace

      Pace

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Student-paced

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Standard-enriched


      Our Take

      Our Take

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      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.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.


      What the school says

      What the school says

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Information not available

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      While students join classes on campus, they are also offered independent courses. This allows them to take responsibility for their own learning and helps them to improve their time management skills. Students have the opportunity to engage in class discussions and interact with one another throughout independent courses.

    • ACADEMIC CULTURE


      Culture

      Culture

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Supportive

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Supportive


      Our Take

      Our Take

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      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.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      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.


      What the school says

      What the school says

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Teaching of our core subjects in the elementary school is done in small Learning Groups of between three and six students. Students are assessed and assigned to their groups according to their ability levels in each subject. This allows students with uneven learning profiles to have their needs met in all subject areas, whether they are above grade level, at grade level, or lower than grade level. Secondary students are in small classes of three to eight students and both credit and non-credit courses are available.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Our aim is to encourage students to take action and become life-long learners in order to make the world a better and more peaceful place. Through their school years, they become internationally–minded inquirers and thinkers, who ask questions and seek their own answers from both local and global perspectives. At Keystone, by nurturing students’ natural curiosity, we foster a love for learning.


      Approach to student honours

      Approach to student honours

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      "We intentionally avoid all forms of public distinction between students in terms of academic performance."

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      "We intentionally avoid all forms of public distinction between students in terms of academic performance."

    • DEVELOPMENTAL PRIORITIES


      Primary

      Primary

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Balanced
      Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Balanced
      Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.


      Secondary

      Secondary

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Emotional
      The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and confident individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Intellectual
      The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."


      What the school says

      What the school says

      BRIGHTON SCHOOL

      Brighton School elementary program is designed for students who are experiencing challenges with academics or social skills, our program provides both curriculum-based and remedial programs in all core academics. Brighton's innovative Secondary program is designed to meet the needs of students who would have difficulty meeting the demands of a typical high school program and social environment. We offer Ministry of Education credit courses, pre-credit courses, and an alternative non-credit Transition to Adulthood program, which provides employment preparation and independent living skills.

      KEYSTONE SCHOOL

      Information not available

  • SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT

    FORMAL SUPPORT FOR DISORDERS, DISABILITIES, AND EXCEPTIONALITIES

    A - Forms of Support

    Accommodation:
    Modification:
    Remediation:

    B - Environments

    Indirect Support:
    Resource Assistance:
    Withdrawal Assistance:
    Partial Integration:
    Full-Time Class:
    Forms of Support Environments Forms of Support Environments
    ADHD (moderate to severe)
    This is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Children with ADHD may be hyperactive and unable control their impulses. Or they may have trouble paying attention. These behaviors can interfere with school and home life.
    Learning disabilities
    Dyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)
    This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.
    Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
    This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.
    Dyscalculia
    This is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.
    Dysgraphia
    This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.
    Language Processing Disorder
    This is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.
    Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)
    These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.
    Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit
    A characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
    Developmental
    Autism
    Refers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).
    Asperger's Syndrome
    On the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.
    Down syndrome
    his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.
    Intellectual disability
    This is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).
    Williams syndrome
    This is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.
    Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
    Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
    Behavioral and Emotional
    Troubled behaviour / troubled teens
    roubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
    Clinical Depression
    This is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.
    Clinical anxiety
    This is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.
    Suicidal thoughts
    This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.
    Drug and alcohol abuse
    This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.
    Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
    This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
    Physical
    Multiple sclerosis
    This is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.
    Cerebral palsy
    his refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.
    Muscular dystrophy
    Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.
    Spina Bifida
    This is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.
    Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)
    This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.
    Blindness
    Visual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."
    Deafness
    Hearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).
    Cystic Fibrosis
    Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.
    Multiple physical
    Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.

    Additional support

    Additional support

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Social skills programs
    Occupational therapy
    Psychotherapy
    Speech-language therapy

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Social skills programs
    Occupational therapy
    Psychotherapy
    Speech-language therapy

    INFORMAL SUPPORT FOR MILD DIFFICULTIES

    Learning Strategy

    Extra Support

    Mild but clinically diagnosed ADHD

    Accommodations

    Modifications

    Extra support

    Accommodations

    Modifications

    Extra support


    Additional support

    Additional support

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Social skills programs
    Occupational therapy
    Psychotherapy
    Speech-language therapy

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Social skills programs
    Occupational therapy
    Psychotherapy
    Speech-language therapy


    What the school says about their special needs support

    What the school says about their special needs support

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available


    What happens if child develops disorder while enrolled/Should families seek enrollment if child has disability

    What happens if child develops disorder while enrolled/Should families seek enrollment if child has disability

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Our school environment and academic programming are specifically designed for students with learning difficulties.

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Information not available

  • EXTRACURRICULARS

    Competitive

    Comp.

    Recreational

    Rec.

    Competitive

    Comp.

    Recreational

    Rec.

    Badminton

    Baseball

    Basketball

    Canoeing/Kayaking

    Cricket

    Cross-country skiing

    Cycling

    Downhill skiing

    Equestrian

    Fencing

    Field Hockey

    Figure Skating

    Football

    Golf

    Gymnastics

    Ice Hockey

    Ice Skating

    Lacrosse

    Martial Arts

    Mountain biking

    Racquet Ball

    Rowing

    Rugby

    Running

    Sailing

    Skateboarding

    Snowboarding

    Soccer

    Softball

    Squash

    Swimming

    Tennis

    Track & Field

    Volleyball

    Weightlifting

    Wrestling

    Archery

    Curling

    Ultimate


    Clubs Offered

    Clubs offered

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Ballet and Classical Ballet
    Yoga
    Yearbook
    Student Council
    Scouting
    Science Club
    School newspaper
    Round Square
    Robotics club
    Radio club
    Poetry/Literature club
    Photography
    Paintball
    Outdoor Education
    Outdoor Club
    Online Magazine
    Musical theatre/Opera
    Math Club
    Jazz Ensemble
    Habitat for Humanity
    Foreign Language Club
    Environmental Club
    Drama Club
    Debate Club
    Dance Club
    Computer Club
    Community Service
    Choir
    Chess Club
    Band
    Audiovisual Club
    Astronomy Club
    Art Club
    Animation

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Ballet and Classical Ballet
    Yoga
    Yearbook
    Student Council
    Scouting
    Science Club
    School newspaper
    Round Square
    Robotics club
    Radio club
    Poetry/Literature club
    Photography
    Paintball
    Outdoor Education
    Outdoor Club
    Online Magazine
    Musical theatre/Opera
    Math Club
    Jazz Ensemble
    Habitat for Humanity
    Foreign Language Club
    Environmental Club
    Drama Club
    Debate Club
    Dance Club
    Computer Club
    Community Service
    Choir
    Chess Club
    Band
    Audiovisual Club
    Astronomy Club
    Art Club
    Animation


    What the school says

    What the school says

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

  • Financial Aid

    Grades eligible

    Grades eligible

    7 - 11

    Students on aid

    Students on aid

    0%

    10%

    Avg. aid package (annual)

    Avg. aid package (annual)

    $0

    $7,000

  • ADMISSIONS

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    100%

    65%

    Day entry years

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Preschool, JK, SK, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

    Boarding entry years

    Day admissions deadline

    Rolling

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

    Not available

    Interview required?

    Yes: grades 1 - 12

    Yes: grades 7 - 12

    SSAT required

    No

    No

    SSAT(out of province) required

    No

    No

    Entrance exams required

    No

    Yes: grades 11 - 12

    Entrance essay required

    No

    Yes: grades 11 - 12

    Application fee required

    Yes

    No

    Type of student school is looking for

    Type of student school is looking for

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    Each student is unique and possesses different strengths. We are committed to having a diverse student body both culturally and in regard to academic interests. We expose our students to all industries by supporting classroom learning with leaders from various backgrounds and businesses.

    What the school says

    What the school says

    BRIGHTON SCHOOL

    Parents interested in applying to Brighton School may wish to start the process by attending one of our Open Houses to tour the school, meet the teachers and hear an overview of our program. If that is not possible, parents may call to arrange a personal appointment with the Principal or the Director of Admissions. You may also request an application package be mailed to you, or you can download the appropriate Application package here: The application fee is $150, or $450 for International applications. Once we receive your Application Form with the requested information, including psycho-educational assessments (if available), report cards and other pertinent information, we will set up a student assessment. The assessment takes between one and two hours, depending on the age of the student and the information provided. If there seems to be a reasonable fit between the student and our program, a half-day class visit will be arranged for the student. Following this, the parents will be called to discuss the results of the assessment. We make every effort to expedite the process once the application is received. You may contact our Principal, Irene McRae, at 416-932-8273 ext 120.

    KEYSTONE SCHOOL

    In order to be considered for admissions please submit the following documents: 

     Completed Application Form 

     Application Fee 

     Report cards from the current academic year 

     Latest school transcript or report cards for the previous 3 years

     Copy of Birth Certificate or Passport

     Passport size photograph 

    Once all the documents are received along with the application fee, students will be scheduled for an interview with one of our Academic Coordinators.

  • NOTABLE ALUMNI

    Alumni

    information not available
    information not available

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