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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Fulford Academy vs. Wheatley School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  280 King Street East, Brockville, Ontario, K6V 1E2, Canada

  497 Scott Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2M 3X3, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
  We have limited information on Fulford Academy as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

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  1986

  Enrolment

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  180

  Grades

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  Nursery/Toddler to 8

  Gender

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  Coed

  Living arrangements

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  Day

  Language of instruction

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  English

  Faith Based

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  School focus

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  Academic

  Developmental Priorities

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  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

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  Montessori, International Baccalaureate

  Curriculum pace

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  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

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  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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  15 to 18

  Special needs support

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  Learning

  Gifted learner support

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  Dedicated gifted school

  Preschool/K curriculum

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  Montessori

  Montessori programs aimed at preschool and Kindergarten- aged children allow young learners to choose which “tasks” or activities interest them. These tasks centre around special Montessori puzzles -- the essential features of these puzzles being they contain a “right answer” and allow for self-correction. A strong emphasis is therefore placed on learning being concrete and rooted in practical experience, along with children developing a sense of self-sufficiency and confidence. Specially trained teachers act as guides, introducing children to progressively more difficult materials when appropriate. A Montessori classroom is typically very calm and orderly, with children working alone or, sometimes, in small groups.
  
  If you want to learn more about Montessori education, check out our comprehensive guide. You can also check out our guide to Montessori preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.

  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

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  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

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  No

  Students on FA

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  0%

  Eligible grades for FA

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  None

  Median FA package size

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  $0

  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

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  14

  Percent in boarding

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  0%

  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

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  100%

  Day entry years

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  Nursery/Toddler, Preschool, JK, SK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

  Boarding entry years

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  Day admissions deadline

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  Rolling

  Boarding admissions deadline

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  Not available

  Interview required?

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  No

  SSAT required

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  No

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

  Who are you, as a school?

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  "Wheatley has been preparing children for the future since 1986. Small classes, a supportive environment and individualized teaching methods allow every child to realize his or her full potential, while promoting academic excellence. Montessori program from two years of age to Grade 4 and the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for Grades 5 to 8. Wheatley provides exciting extracurricular activities and enriched academic studies (Grade 9 Math credit offered)."

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  "Our curriculum is designed to develop the whole child and to prepare students to be exemplary citizens of our world. Our motto, “Preparing young minds for the future” captures the essence of the school. We provide our students with an education that reflects the needs of the 21st century – developing interdisciplinary skills, offering the tools and resources to explore their potential, and creating a solid foundation around core subjects that are critical to reasoning and comprehension."

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

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  Information not available

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

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  "It is through a balance of curriculum, activity and community that Wheatley develops the whole child. We emphasize the capacity for critical thinking and an understanding of what learning is and how it is applied to real world situations. Our arts programming nurtures the creative spirit and builds confidence through participation in such school activities as art shows, the school band and theatre projects. Our physical education component underscores the importance of teamwork and ongoing skill"

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

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  "Wheatley is a diverse community – we welcome international students from around the world and can arrange a safe, secure environment for your child to be billeted in the Niagara region. In addition, International students pay the same tuition rate as our Canadian students."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

  "Our small classes and low student to teacher ratio allows us to get to know every child and guide him or her on the journey of life. Every child has a voice – at Wheatley, we listen."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  FULFORD ACADEMY

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  WHEATLEY SCHOOL

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