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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Brockton School vs. Parkdale Montessori School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  3467 Duval Road, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7J 3E8, Canada

  555B Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 1H9, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
  We have limited information on Parkdale Montessori School as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  2004

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  Enrolment

  345

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  Grades

  JK to 12

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  Gender

  Coed

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  Living arrangements

  Day

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  Language of instruction

  English

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  Faith Based

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  School focus

  Academic

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  Developmental Priorities

  Intellectual

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

  Balanced

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

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Progressive, International Baccalaureate

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  Curriculum pace

  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.

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  Academic culture

  Rigorous

  A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.

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  Avg. Class Size

  Varies

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  Special needs support

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  Gifted learner support

  In-class adaptations

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  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.

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $27,200 to $30,600

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  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

  Yes

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  Students on FA

  0%

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  Eligible grades for FA

  SK to 12

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  Median FA package size

  $0

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  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

  23

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  Percent in boarding

  0%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

  0%

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  Day entry years

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

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  Boarding entry years

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  Day admissions deadline

  Feb 01, 2024

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  Boarding admissions deadline

  Not available

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  Interview required?

  Yes

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  SSAT required

  No

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• School’s perspective
  We have limited information on Parkdale Montessori School as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

  "Brockton is a co-educational IB Continuum World School located in North Vancouver with programs from JK to Grade 12. At Brockton students are offered an inclusive, holistic, and challenging learning environment where personal experience and development is paramount. The program supports students in becoming life-long learners, and offers a variety of co-curricular, leadership, and service opportunities. At Brockton every student and every family is known, welcomed, respected, and valued."

  • Focus on overall student development and well being within a rigorous academic framework
  • Multiple pathways to graduation and diverse programming that allow for a personalized approach
  • Purpose built early learning program meant to build strong foundations in a welcoming environment
  • Engaging primary and intermediate program and a specialized middle years program
  • Over 30 athletic teams starting as early as grade 3; over 30 extra/co curricular clubs/programs
  • Outstanding outdoor education program providing significant experiential learning across all grades
  • Impressive Arts program including the world renowned World Music Program
  • Innovative programming including multiple dimensions of IT, Entrepreneurship, and more
  • Meaningful student leadership and service engagement opportunities, locally and globally
  • 1:7 Faculty to Student ratio and over 80% of faculty with advanced degrees

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

  "Within a challenging IB framework, Brockton School focuses on each child and on the whole child. It is a school where every student matters, every family matters, community matters, and learning for life matters. Students work to learn from successes and challenges to explore their sense of purpose and direction. Students are given the strong foundations that inspire them on a journey as outstanding humans."

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

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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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?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

  "Families choose Brockton because of the authentic connections made between students, staff, and families that, when married to the program delivery, lead to thriving and confident learners. The environment is warm, welcoming, and supportive. The academic standard is high and students are inspired to learn how to learn. Inspiring and supporting students to pursue their dreams with a sense of purpose is a priority."

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

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

  "Brockton has an impressive number and diversity of programs.
  Students find extraordinary success in multiple arenas.
  The student leadership program is innovative and engaging of all students in one capacity or another.
  The culture of the school and the associated supports attracts accomplished and outstanding staff."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

  "Brockton walks the talk. It is not words on a website or other; Brockton lives its mission and guiding principles.
  
  Brockton is an incredibly innovative school and works with students and families to be successful today and in the future. Brockton is not afraid to be ahead of the curve."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  BROCKTON SCHOOL

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