AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Hudson College vs. Blyth Academy Orbit

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

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    Address

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    21 Ascot Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M6E 1E6, Canada

    , Toronto, Ontario, M5R 2H8, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    2003

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    Enrolment

    448

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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

    Traditional, Reggio Emilia

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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

    15 to 20

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    Special needs support

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    Gifted learner support

    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

    $19,000 to $21,500

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    Boarding Tuition

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    Financial aid (FA)

    Yes

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    Students on FA

    8%

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    Eligible grades for FA

    7 to 12

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    Median FA package size

    $5,600

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    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    30

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    Percent in boarding

    0%

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    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    48%

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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

    Rolling

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    Boarding admissions deadline

    Not available

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    Interview required?

    Yes: grades JK - 12

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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?

    HUDSON COLLEGE

    "Hudson is a place where you can be yourself. For over 20 years, we have served a diverse community of families from across Toronto. Our Lower School offers an experiential, collaborative learning environment, starting with a Reggio Emilia-inspired program to nurture children’s innate curiosity. We promote strong foundational skills in math, language and science, complemented by a curricular approach that interweaves critical thinking, fine arts, health and fitness, character education, and service. Our Upper School’s three-semester system carries on this tradition of balance, with students focusing on fewer subjects at a time for deeper learning. Guided study periods over two semesters allow students to seek support during school hours while participating actively in sports, clubs, and activities. We introduce age-appropriate technology and platforms at every level, with robotics and coding from Grade 2 and a 1:1 laptop program from Grade 9. Extracurricular activities include SSAF competitive sports, wide-ranging clubs from chess to creative writing, camp weeks, and field trips. With smaller class sizes, our dedicated teachers can help students to build academic confidence, take on new challenges, and explore personal strengths and interests. Every student’s journey is important as we prepare graduates to define their own path and success."

    • 4.5-acre campus with full-size turf field
    • Reggio Emilia approach in JK–Grade 1
    • Before/after-school care up to Grade 5
    • Hot lunch program, prepared in-house
    • Mobile iPad and laptop labs
    • Dedicated media and AV spaces
    • Music and AIM French from JK
    • Extensive clubs and athletics
    • University guidance counselling
    • 100% postsecondary placement rate

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    HUDSON COLLEGE

    "Our academic program is enriched and challenging – Hudson students are accepted to selective postsecondary programs and score exceptionally well on tests like the CTBS and UWaterloo contests each year – but we achieve this through careful scaffolding, attentive feedback, consistent pedagogy, and personal growth through extracurriculars, rather than a heavy homework load or overemphasis on competition. The result? Happy, well-adjusted students who are excited to learn every day."

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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?

    HUDSON COLLEGE

    "We're often told that the diversity of our students, down-to-earth environment, affordable tuition, and welcoming admission process set Hudson apart. As one parent noted, 'After my children attended for the visit day, they asked if they could start right away! That was a big factor in knowing that Hudson was the right decision.' Another explained, 'The interview felt connected, organic and natural; the questions were a true indication of a school that wanted to get to know who my daughter is.'"

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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?

    HUDSON COLLEGE

    "Our team puts a huge amount of effort into understanding what our students need – individually and collectively – by forming positive relationships, using data well, and communicating closely across the community. This knowledge is carried and applied year-over-year in all kinds of ways, from learner profiles to co-curricular programming, and generates the kind of consistency and structure that is really special to a JK–12 school."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    HUDSON COLLEGE

    "New families are often pleasantly surprised by the choice in our club offerings and strength of our drama, music and visual art programs, especially for a school of our size. After several years, they tend to appreciate our proactive focus on expanding and adapting our curriculum: every year we add something different (recent additions include a full-time coding and robotics teacher, flag football for Grades 3–5, and a dedicated high school leadership course)."

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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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