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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Turnbull School vs. OSA Private School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

  Address

  1132 Fisher Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Z 6P7, Canada

  1565 Maple Grove RD, Kanata, Ontario, K2V 1A3, Canada

  Distance

  Distance

  5,528.8 km

  5,536.9 km

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  1992

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  Enrolment

  425

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  Grades

  JK 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

  Academic

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  Developmental Priorities

  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.

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Traditional

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  Curriculum pace

  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.

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  Academic culture

  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.

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  Avg. Class Size

  10 to 18

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  Special needs support

  Learning

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  Gifted learner support

  In-class adaptations

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  Preschool/K curriculum

  Play-based

  Play-based programs are the most common type of preschool and Kindergarten, and are founded on the belief young children learn best through play. Largely open-ended and minimally structured, play-based programs aim to develop social skills and a love of attending school. “Pre-academic” skills are taught, but in a more indirect way than at, say, an Academic program: through children playing in different “stations” set up around the classroom, which children choose on their own volition. Stations often contain an indirect lesson or developmental goal. Play-based classrooms are highly social and active.

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $23,550 to $25,950

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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

  39

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  Percent in boarding

  0%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

  80%

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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?

  No

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  SSAT required

  No

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• School’s perspective
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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Turnbull School is dedicated to academic excellence in a caring environment. Students benefit from highly qualified teachers, small class sizes, daily physical education, organization and study skills, enhanced French, award winning science, computer technology & robotics, dynamic music, visual arts and drama programs, intramural and extra-curricular sports, clubs and special events, in a modern facility. Our leadership and character development programs enhance the school culture of excellence and caring."

  • Excellent academic programming in an environment of caring
  • Warm and modern facility on over 5 acres of land for children to learn, play and grow
  • Small class sizes with highly specialized and multi-talented teachers
  • Enhanced French, with streamed classes at the Junior and Senior levels
  • Instrumental music program, including an extra-curricular, Gold level Concert Band (MusicFest)
  • Drama Program, including a large-scale production each year with over 75 students involved
  • New Technolgy Lab, with a 3D printer and VEX Robotics program
  • Double gymnasium for daily physical education, intramurals and team sports
  • Teachers who value regular open communication between school and home
  • A closely knit community where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "At Turnbull School, we focus on a well-rounded approach where children are not just exposed to a rigorous academic program, but also a strong focus to character development, study skills, arts and music, and athletics. We truly get to know our families and have a strong sense of community and belonging."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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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?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "With our focus on providing a strong academic foundation, we do not have the resources to support serious academic and behavioural concerns. As a result, we are unable to accept applications for students with these profiles."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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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?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "In 1996, Turnbull School moved from office space to its original, newly constructed and permanent home. In 2003, in order to meet growing demand and improve programming, the senior school was constructed which included a full-size, double gymnasium, science lab, and visual arts room. In the fall of 2019, a modern and fully equipped music hall was added to the school, which also included the renovation and updating of designated drama and visual arts rooms. More recently, in 2025, a STEM lab was added to the senior building for our coding and robotics program."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

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

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Well-rounded children with an open mind and willingness to learn, with average to above average learning profiles do very well at Turnbull School."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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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?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "We would advise families who have children with serious learning needs and/or behavioural issues to explore other school options."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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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?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Over the years, parents have shared with us that they selected our school based on reputation, reliability, communication with families, and a warm, welcoming environment of caring and excellence."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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

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

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Turnbull School is a highly regarded and a sought-after elementary school. Children are excited to come each day, and they return home happy."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Families come to Turnbull School for an excellent education; however, during their time with us, they are exposed to so much more beyond the curriculum. When a Turnbull student leaves us, that child enters the world having gained new experiences and opportunities that will last a lifetime."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  What do families find surprising about school_name?

  What might families find surprising about your school?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "Families are always impressed with the true sense of community, as well as the amount of care and communication they receive from our faculty."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "At Turnbull School, we are consistently reviewing and updating our resources and programming. In particular, we are very excited about our new Tech Lab and technology program."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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  How will school_name change in the next 5 years?

  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  TURNBULL SCHOOL

  "While we do not foresee any significant changes to our current structure, we remain committed to providing current and relevant curriculum and experiences for our students. We are also committed to adhering to the values and guiding principles that have shaped our school over the years."

  OSA PRIVATE SCHOOL

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