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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Richmond Hill Montessori Private School vs. Peak Centre Academy

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

  Address

  189 Weldrick Road East, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4C 0A6, Canada

  340 Terry Fox Dr Unit 100, Kanata, Ontario, K2K 3A2, Canada

  Distance

  Distance

  5,692.7 km

  5,537.8 km

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  1986

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  Enrolment

  600

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  Grades

  Preschool to 8

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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

  Science and technology

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  Developmental Priorities

  Balanced

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

  Emotional

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

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Traditional, Montessori

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  Curriculum pace

  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).

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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

  16 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

  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.

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $26,900 to $29,500

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  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

  No

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  Students on FA

  0%

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  Eligible grades for FA

  None

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  Median FA package size

  $0

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  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

  50

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  Percent in boarding

  0%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

  0%

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  Day entry years

  information not available

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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 Preschool - 8

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  SSAT required

  No

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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "Celebrating 40 years, Richmond Hill Montessori Private School provides a progressive learning environment for students from Preschool to Grade 8. Rooted in Montessori principles in the early years and progressing into an enriched elementary program, we offer a balanced approach that emphasizes both academic achievement and personal development. Our graduates are well prepared for the transition to higher levels of education and continue as capable, self-directed learners."

  • Complimentary Before/After School
  • CAT 4/5 Annual Testing
  • Innovative curriculum with proven learning tools
  • Low student to teacher ratio
  • Specialty certified teachers
  • Daily onsite homework support
  • Single grade Elementary classes
  • Award winning choir, athletics, and science competitions
  • Over 25 extra-curricular programs
  • Comprehensive Computer Program

  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "Specialization is a key component of RHMS. One key area of specialization at RHMS is the STEM Program. It is a meaningful cross circular platform of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This program encourages students to be creative, take risks, engage in hands-on learning and hone their problem-solving skills. This program also serves to help mentor our students for future careers in STEM fields."

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

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

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  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?

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  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

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  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "RHMS students love to learn. They are engaged by critical thinking, hands-on learning, and the inquisitive nature of the school’s program which allows them to make real world connections. Students demonstrate a growth mindset while also exhibiting the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness and integrity."

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

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

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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

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

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "Why choose RHMS? We provide a positive learning environment, we retain an outstanding staff, we cultivate active community leaders, we inspire a healthy lifestyle, we deliver an innovative curriculum and most of all we empower children."

  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "RHMS is an enriched elementary program with a strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Our commitment to learning is evident through our highly trained and knowledgeable teachers, cutting edge resources, impressive facilities, and innovative curriculum. This coupled with the caring, compassionate and supportive community is what creates a school environment that truly fosters a love of learning."

  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "RHMS takes the standard curriculum and enriches and extends it. Our teachers research and carefully select the most effective text and resource materials that will enhance in class discussions and hands-on learning in every discipline. This way our RHMS student’s enjoy unique and exciting learning that will last a lifetime."

  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  What do families find surprising about school_name?

  What might families find surprising about your school?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "One of our most important goals at RHMS is to foster the development of responsible global citizens. Simply put, we encourage our students to be good people. Starting with their immediate community and then going beyond. This goal begins with modeling examples of ways to do so and then working together with students on a variety of good will initiatives."

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  What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

  "Specialization is a key component of RHMS. Children benefit from receiving instruction from teachers who specialize in their subject area. As our curriculum expands , so does the number of specialized staff.
  
  RHMS has significantly invested in the rollout out of a 1:1 student device program to ensure that students and teachers have access to not only the latest technology and educational platforms to engage students but also to equip students with the technological skills that they will need in the years to come.
  
  RHMS continues to focus on innovative curriculum, ensuring we are always at the forefront of STEM education. Our STEM Program is a meaningful cross circular platform of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that encourages students to be creative, take thoughtful risks, engage in hands-on learning and hone their problem-solving skills."

  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  RICHMOND HILL MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  PEAK CENTRE ACADEMY

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