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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Ottawa Christian School vs. Durham Elementary, Durham Academy and G.B.M.S.

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

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  255 Tartan Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K2J 3T1, Canada

  505 Adelaide Avenue East, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 2A4, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
  We have limited information on Ottawa Christian School as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  N/A

  1984

  Enrolment

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  187

  Grades

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  Nursery/Toddler to 12

  Gender

  N/A

  Coed

  Living arrangements

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  Homestay, Day

  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."

  Emotional

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

  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

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  Progressive, 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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  8 to 16

  Special needs support

  N/A

  Learning, Developmental

  Gifted learner support

  N/A

  In-class adaptations

  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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  $1,020 to $11,500

  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

  N/A

  11

  Percent in boarding

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  0%

  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

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  98%

  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

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  8, 9, 10, 11, 12

  Day admissions deadline

  N/A

  Rolling

  Boarding admissions deadline

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  Not available

  Interview required?

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  Yes: grades 9 - 12

  SSAT required

  N/A

  No

• School’s perspective
  We have limited information on Ottawa Christian School as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  "G.B.M.S has Montessori programs for students age 18 months to age 5. D.E.P.S offers a challenging and diversified curricular program for students from Grade 1 to 8 following the Ontario Curriculum at an enriched level. Both schools have a huge well equipped gymnasium and outdoor sports field. At Durham Academy Secondary School we offer full time and part time grades 9 to 12 credit courses approved by the Ministry of Education."

  • Rigorous Academics: We follow the Ontario Curriculum at an enrichment level.
  • Divers co- curriculars
  • Outstanding teachers
  • Full time or part time learning for secondary school
  • In person learning or online learning
  • Scholarship offerings
  • University acceptances
  • Huge gymnasium at both locations, fully equipped
  • Excellent customer service
  • Home stay

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  "Durham Elementary Private School and Durham Academy Secondary School boasts small class sizes averaging 10-14 students per class. Our teachers communicate with families daily offering excellent quality , academic attention and customer service. Students are given the opportunity to be teacher mentored before and after school hours. Our academic program is focused on preparing students for success and acceptance into post secondary education. Our schools offer a safe and secure environment."

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

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  "All 3 of our schools promote a very welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment. We deliver a strong Montessori program for ages 18 months to age 5. Our elementary and secondary schools teach the Ontario Curriculum at an enrichment level. We provide excellent individual support through teacher/ student mentoring to ensure our students meet their potential. Our campuses are located in residential neighbourhoods with green spaces and athletic facilities to compliment our academics."

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

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  "Our schools offer flexible programs should a student require flexibility for sports or need to learn virtually. Our students receive French starting at age 3 by a qualified French teacher 3 times a week. We boast a strong music and physed program taught by specialized teachers . Our special presentations throughout the year showcase our students, achievements, meets strands of the curriculum and teach our students at a young age how to prepare and present to an audience."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  "Our school administration and faculty continuously communicate with families to keep them updated on their child's progress and daily events/ occurrences. Every child who attends our school is greeted at our doors each morning . If a child cannot physically come to school we offer the child to learn virtually and still be a part of the class. Our school boasts a warm, inclusive, welcoming school family environment."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  OTTAWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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  DURHAM ELEMENTARY, DURHAM ACADEMY AND G.B.M.S.

  Information not available