AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Orangeville Christian School vs. Hillfield Strathallan College

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  • SCHOOL LOCATION

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    Address

    Address

    553281 County Rd 16 (PO Box 176), Orangeville, Ontario, L9W 2Z6, Canada

    299 Fennell Avenue West, Hamilton, Ontario, L9C 1G3, Canada

  • SCHOOL OVERVIEW

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    Basics

    Basics

    Founded

    N/A

    1901

    Enrolment

    N/A

    1315

    Grades

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    Nursery/Toddler to 12

    Gender

    N/A

    Coed

    Living arrangements

    N/A

    Day, Homestay

    Language of instruction

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    English

    Faith Based

    N/A

    School focus

    N/A

    Academic

    Developmental Priorities

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    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.

    Academics

    Academics

    Curriculum

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    Traditional, Montessori

    Curriculum pace

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    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.

    Academic culture

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    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

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    16 to 20

    Special needs support

    N/A

    Learning

    Gifted learner support

    N/A

    Dedicated class; in-class adaptations

    Preschool/K curriculum

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    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

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    $19,349 to $32,052

    Boarding Tuition

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    Financial aid (FA)

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    Yes

    Students on FA

    N/A

    10%

    Eligible grades for FA

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    JK to 12

    Median FA package size

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    $4,500

    Enrollment

    Enrollment

    Avg. enrollment per grade

    N/A

    77

    Percent in boarding

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    0%

    Admissions

    Admissions

    Admissions rate

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    0%

    Day entry years

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

    Boarding entry years

    N/A

    Day admissions deadline

    N/A

    Rolling

    Boarding admissions deadline

    N/A

    Not available

    Interview required?

    N/A

    Yes: grades Nursery/Toddler - 12

    SSAT required

    N/A

    No

  • School’s perspective

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    Who are you, as a school?

    Who are you, as a school?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "Established in 1901, HSC is a leading co-educational school where children 18 months to 18 years learn with joy and live with purpose. We prepare students to understand their world, inspire, lead, and make a difference in their own unique ways. Our outstanding academic programs are shaped by student inquiry. Expert faculty deliver a curriculum that ignites curiosity and encourages students to explore their full potential through wide-ranging co-curricular activities in the arts, athletics, service and leadership."

    • Four centers of academic excellence: Montessori, Junior, Middle and Senior. 18 months - Grade 12.
    • Wide-ranging co-curricular opportunities
    • Nutritious dining and snack offerings daily
    • Wellness focus, including RN, RPN, Athletic Therapist and College Counsellor on staff
    • Financial aid, payment plan and scholarship offerings

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    What do you do differently and uniquely well?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC is proud of the work that has been done to implement a pedagogical approach to personalized, authentic learning across all four schools. Project-based learning and inquiry are a regular part of academic programming at the College, and students are often asked to find solutions to engaging, driving questions as they explore the required curriculum. Learning at HSC is a hands-on experience designed to ignite joy and passion for discovery."

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC students have the courage and confidence to take risks to achieve their goals. They are community-minded and curious about the world around them. HSC students have a growth mindset. They are empowered learners who are self-motivated to engage in their educational journey through their interests and passions. HSC students are self- and socially aware and show interest in enacting positive change in the world. They are environmentally conscientious and value their connections to family, friends and community."

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "Families seeking a highly competitive environment and/or strict discipline model may not find the learning environment at HSC to be the right fit."

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "Families chose HSC because we provide a consistent and complete educational journey for students from 18 months to 18 years and beyond. Being able to attend one school for Early Education, Middle and Senior years is a significant benefit, and provides a shared familiarity between faculty and students that allows a true understanding of the student's needs and parent partnership. Our College is built upon the referrals of our families and the alumni who return to us with the next generation. Our community, which stretches across borders, remains proud in their affiliation, and giving of their time and treasure to ensure the legacy of HSC."

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

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC is well known for it's expansive campus and well appointed facilities as well as it's engaged and community-minded student body."

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    What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC's transportation system is a valuable part of College life and makes it easy for students to participate in our wide range of after-school programs. With two evening bus runs, at 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. HSC families are rest assured that their child can take advantage of clubs, sports and other group work without the stress of scheduling pick-ups."

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    What might families find surprising about your school?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC has a deeply engrained respect for the environment and commitment to sustainable practices. From electric buses to solar panels powering our electric grid, HSC is committed to mitigating impacts and operating sustainably. Our environmental ethos trickles down to student learning, such as with the Garden Curriculum in Junior School, the College-wide Green Team initiative, and HSC's outdoor learning landscape that connects students to the natural world around us."

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    What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    "HSC has recently invested in an expansive solar array installed on the roof of the Senior School to reinforce HSC's sustainability goal of being carbon neutral by 2030 and carbon negative by 2050. We have also invested in expanding our wellbeing supports for students, adding a dedicated social worker and chair of student wellbeing to our health services team."

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    How will your school change in the next 5 years?

    HILLFIELD STRATHALLAN COLLEGE

    Information not available




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