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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:London International Academy vs. Quo Vadis Elementary School

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

    Distance From

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    Address

    Address

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

    4258 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke, Ontario, M9C 1Z7, Canada

    Distance

    Distance

    5,776.6 km

    5,697.9 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

    2020

    Enrolment

    N/A

    40

    Grades

    N/A

    JK to 8

    Gender

    N/A

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    N/A

    Day

    Language of instruction

    N/A

    English, French, Polish

    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

    N/A

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

    N/A

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

    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

    N/A

    Traditional

    Curriculum pace

    N/A

    Accelerated
    The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).

    Academic culture

    N/A

    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”.

    Avg. Class Size

    N/A

    6 to 12

    Special needs support

    N/A

    Gifted learner support

    N/A

    In-class adaptations

    Preschool/K curriculum

    N/A

    Academic
    Academic-based preschools and Kindergartens are the most structured of the different types, and have a strong emphasis on math and reading readiness skills. These programs aim to expose children to what early-elementary school is like. While time is still allotted to free play, much of the day is built around explicit lessons guided by the teacher. Classrooms often resemble play-based ones (with different stations set up around the room), but at an Academic program the teacher leads students through the stations directly, and ties these activities to a whole-class lesson or theme.

    Tuition

    Tuition

    Day Tuition

    N/A

    $8,900 to $14,360

    Boarding Tuition

    N/A

    Financial aid (FA)

    N/A

    Yes

    Students on FA

    N/A

    10%

    Eligible grades for FA

    N/A

    1 to 8

    Median FA package size

    N/A

    $4,000

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    N/A

    4

    Percent in boarding

    N/A

    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

    N/A

    0%

    Day entry years

    information not available

    information not available

    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

    No

    SSAT required

    N/A

    No

  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "Quo Vadis Elementary School is an independent Catholic day school offering a trilingual Polish-English-French academic program for Kindergarten through Grade 8. Quo Vadis provides a well-balanced education combining an accelerated academic program and Catholic values in an environment that encourages each student to develop to their full potential. Emphasis is placed on mastering core skills in the early years to build a strong foundation for advanced and abstract thinking in later grades. Gifted support provided."

    • Academic excellence, by providing an education that exceeds curriculum standards
    • Promoting a strong understanding of the Polish language and an appreciation for Polish heritage
    • Nurturing character development by cultivating respect, responsibility, and self discipline
    • Fostering the spiritual development of students in keeping with the values of the Catholic faith
    • Hot lunch program available
    • Before & after school care available from 8:15 to 5:30
    • Polish language immersion summer camp for kids aged 4-10

    What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Information not available

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

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

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "To maintain a close-knit, highly intentional learning environment, we’ve chosen to remain a small school community. This means we may offer fewer extracurriculars or large-scale amenities than bigger schools, but our resources are devoted to meaningful student-teacher relationships, academic depth, and cultivating a strong school culture rooted in respect, curiosity, and integrity."

    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?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "A defining moment was the establishment of our bilingual immersion structure, integrating the requirements of both the Ontario and Polish Ministries of Education. Another was forming partnerships with established institutions like the Alliance Française, reinforcing our vision for multilingualism. Our continued expansion of curriculum depth—particularly in math, science, and literacy—has shaped our identity as a school committed to excellence across cultures and disciplines."

    What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

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

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Information not available

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

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

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "Families seeking a large school environment with expansive sports programs, broad extracurriculars, or a purely English-speaking curriculum might find our approach too specialized. Our accelerated and bilingual program requires engagement from both students and parents; it may not be the best fit for families who are not comfortable with the immersion model or who prefer a more mainstream educational path."

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

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

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Information not available

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

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

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "We are seen as a respected, boutique school with a strong cultural identity and exceptionally high academic standards. While not widely known outside of specific communities, we have a growing reputation among families who value trilingual education, heritage language learning, and a rigorous yet nurturing academic environment."

    What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "The level of academic challenge in our early grades is often underestimated. From kindergarten onward, students are introduced to advanced literacy and mathematics concepts through direct instruction programs like Reading Mastery and Singapore Math. Additionally, our incorporation of cultural studies, nature-based learning, and religion enriches the student experience in subtle yet powerful ways."

    What do families find surprising about school_name?

    What might families find surprising about your school?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    "Many are surprised by how quickly students develop confidence in both languages—even those with no prior exposure to Polish. Our structured immersion method works remarkably well, especially at younger ages. Families also find our curriculum more rigorous than expected, particularly in math and literacy, with students often working above grade level."

    What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Information not available

    How will school_name change in the next 5 years?

    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    QUO VADIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

    Information not available




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