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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:London International Academy vs. MindWare Academy

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

    Distance From

    Map

    Address

    Address

    361 - 365 Richmond Street, London, Ontario, N6A 3C2, Canada

    985 Pinecrest Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2B 6B4, Canada

    Distance

    Distance

    5,776.6 km

    5,531.9 km

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

    We have limited information on London International Academy as they are currently not registered with us.
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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    N/A

    2005

    Enrolment

    N/A

    40

    Grades

    N/A

    1 to 8

    Gender

    N/A

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    N/A

    Day

    Language of instruction

    N/A

    English

    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

    N/A

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

    N/A

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

    N/A

    Liberal Arts

    Curriculum pace

    N/A

    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

    N/A

    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

    N/A

    8 to 9

    Special needs support

    N/A

    Learning, Developmental, Behavioral

    Gifted learner support

    N/A

    Dedicated gifted school

    Preschool/K curriculum

    N/A

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    N/A

    $18,000

    Boarding Tuition

    N/A

    Financial aid (FA)

    N/A

    No

    Students on FA

    N/A

    0%

    Eligible grades for FA

    N/A

    None

    Median FA package size

    N/A

    $0

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    N/A

    5

    Percent in boarding

    N/A

    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    N/A

    80%

    Day entry years

    information not available

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

    Boarding entry years

    information not available

    information not available

    Day admissions deadline

    N/A

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    N/A

    Not available

    Interview required?

    N/A

    Yes: grades 1 - 8

    SSAT required

    N/A

    No

  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy is a small nurturing private school catering to students who require support with learning and social skills, empowering them to achieve their personal goals. We offer an inclusive, flexible, caring environment. MindWare recognizes that students thrive when they feel connected. MindWare supports students with Dyslexia, MID, ADHD, learning differences in Language and/or Mathematics, and/or neurodivergent learners."

    • Maximum of 8 students per class
    • Multi-sensory teaching methods across subjects
    • Certified teachers with specialized training (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, ABA)
    • Balanced day with academics, electives, outdoor play, and social growth

    What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy is a small, nurturing, caring, and compassionate school, offering support to children with learning differences, MID, ADHD, and neurodivergent learners. The school provides a flexible learning space in a close-knit environment. MindWare is family oriented and prioritizes open communication, allowing the school to best meet the needs of the child, setting them up for academic and social-emotional success. MindWare uses the Orton Gillingham method, as well as Structured Word Inquiry, to support the development of spelling, reading and writing. Moreover, MindWare teaches social skills, character education, and focuses on regulation strategies. Each student is provided accommodations and modifications within the classroom, offering individualized programming and support. Each day, students participate in an Individual Remediation block to receive extra support in an area of need, such as spelling, reading, writing, math, or social skills."

    What tradeoffs has school_name made to serve families in this way?

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare is committed to providing students with a flexible learning space where they can learn curriculum content in a non-traditional, creative, hands-on classroom environment. Though MindWare Academy follows the Ontario Curriculum, all material is delivered based on the individual learner, moving away from the mainstream and traditional large classroom setting you would find in most schools, and instead toward programming that best supports the learner as a whole, integrating methods that work for the child in a small and inclusive classroom environment. MindWare Academy intends to stay small, as this is the close-knit environment that children thrive in so beautifully. MindWare strives to keep tuition and costs low, to ensure that our programming is within reach for families in search of private education options. MindWare is a place where students feel connected and where they learn to embrace their strengths and feel supported in the remediation of their needs."

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

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare began as a tutoring company. In 2005, MindWare Academy opened its doors as a school for students with learning differences. Over time, as the academic and social-emotional needs have varied, MindWare has implemented unique spaces, such as our MindAwareness Space and our Serenity Centre, as well as developed new ways to accommodate and/or modify material and lessons, in an environment tailored to individual student success. MindWare's expert faculty, which has grown to include wonderful staff with a variety of strengths and talents, ensures students feel connected and develop a strong sense of belonging."

    What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy provides an individualized and supportive environment for students requiring additional academic or social skills support. The school supports students with learning differences, Dyslexia, MID, ADHD, and/or neurodivergent learners. MindWare has flexible learning spaces, such as the Serenity Centre, Reading Room, and MindAwareness Space. MindWare Academy uses the Orton Gillingham method, as well as Structured Word Inquiry. The school offers remediation daily in spelling, reading, writing, math, and/or social skills. Additionally, MindWare has a Journey Program that runs each day to help students generalize the Language skills and rules they acquire. Each day, MindWare students participate in a Peace Circle, where they learn important social skills and discuss character education topics."

    Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing school_name?

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy is a small school with five classrooms and five teachers. Though the school staff are well-versed in supporting students, the small school environment also means that MindWare is not equipped to support highly disruptive, aggressive, or unsafe behaviours. Our school goes to a public park each recess and students must be able to attend safely."

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

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "Many parents are in search of a small and supportive non-traditional learning environment, with flexibility and the whole child in mind. At MindWare, staff tailor programs to meet the individual needs of each student in their class. The school team is committed to finding methods that work for each child's personal profile. Repetition and increased exposure, such as revisiting spelling rules, reading strategies, writing techniques, and/or math concepts, is common practice to facilitate retrieval. Support with executive functioning skills, such as breaking down assignments into more manageable tasks, or chunking information and locating key terms, is offered throughout the day. Homework is not assigned on a daily basis, as so many of MindWare's students invest additional time and effort into their school tasks, to reach academic and social success. MindWare is committed to helping students form meaningful connections, while offering remediation in academics."

    How would you characterize school_name's image amongst the public?

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

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy is a warm, caring, compassionate school community. Students express feeling supported and quickly develop a sense of both belonging and empowerment. Parents report feeling supported both by caring teachers and by other parents in the school circle. When families walk through MindWare's doors, they often comment on how happy, comfortable, and confident the students seem. It truly is a kind, friendly, and warm-hearted school."

    What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy's staff team comes together to brainstorm, modify approaches, and extend our strategies daily. All of the staff invest extra time, effort, and planning, to ensure each child reaches their full academic and social-emotional potential. MindWare's approach is flexible and staff are committed and willing to work as a team with parents to find the recipe for success for their child to thrive.

    MindWare offers cozy, warm and inviting learning spaces and areas to take learning or regulation breaks. You'll find the areas offer a comfortable ambiance.

    MindWare also offers lots of outdoor time, with two half-hour recesses at the beautiful park nearby. The park has a basketball court, two fields, two baseball diamonds, and a play structure. Gym often takes place outdoors, with skating and sledding offered in the winter months. There is a forested area for nature walks and games nearby. Moreover, MindWare has a fenced-in backyard space for extra outdoor time or outdoor learning."

    What do families find surprising about school_name?

    What might families find surprising about your school?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare is all about feeling connected and feeling a sense of belonging. With this comes a sense of empowerment. Students who attend MindWare gain great confidence in their abilities over time, tapping into their passions and talents, and learning strategies to navigate any challenging aspects to their learning. Parents often find their child's advocacy and communication skills blossom and they begin to believe in their own ability to thrive. Students find their inner strength over the course of their time at MindWare Academy, finding their own path to success."

    What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "MindWare Academy is consistently exploring programming and effective teaching methods. Staff are committed to furthering our learning and techniques. Growth often shows up in the tools, resources, and strategies used to reach students. Moving toward more personalized learning over time, where every child receives the academic support they need, and prioritizing individualized instruction, moving away from a uniformed delivery model, allows MindWare to better meet specific student requirements. Technology integration has been a useful tool to support academics and critical thinking, while remaining committed to finding a balance and integrating fine motor and handwriting skills."

    How will school_name change in the next 5 years?

    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    MINDWARE ACADEMY

    "In the next five years, MindWare Academy will continue to create niche spaces, designed for deep focus, quiet zones, collaboration, and social-emotional regulation. MindWare Academy is consistently developing our Journey program and the way we teach Language, integrating Orton Gillingham methods and Structured Word Inquiry practices. MindWare Academy continues to work collaboratively with other schools, centers, OTs and speech therapists, and is excited to explore new avenues to connect."

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