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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:USCA Academy vs. Miss Edgar's & Miss Cramp's School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

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  2187 Dunwin Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5L 1X2, Canada

  525 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3H6, Canada

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
  We have limited information on USCA Academy as they are currently not registered with us.

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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

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  1909

  Enrolment

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  295

  Grades

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  K to 11

  Gender

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  Girls

  Living arrangements

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  Day

  Language of instruction

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  English, French

  Faith Based

  N/A

  School focus

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  Academic

  Developmental Priorities

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  Balanced

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

  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

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  Progressive

  Curriculum pace

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  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

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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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  12 to 20

  Special needs support

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  Gifted learner support

  N/A

  In-class adaptations

  Preschool/K curriculum

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  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.

  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

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  $21,800 to $26,380

  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

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  Yes

  Students on FA

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  15%

  Eligible grades for FA

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  6 to 11

  Median FA package size

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  $5,000

  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

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  25

  Percent in boarding

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  0%

  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

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  60%

  Day entry years

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  K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

  Boarding entry years

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  Day admissions deadline

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  Rolling

  Boarding admissions deadline

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  Not available

  Interview required?

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  Yes: grades K - 11

  SSAT required

  N/A

  No

  English Language Eligibility Certificate Required

  N/A

  Yes: grades 7 - 11

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

  Who are you, as a school?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  "Miss Edgar’s and Miss Cramp’s is small in size and big in ideas. An innovative girls’ school founded by female mavericks in 1909, ECS values and stewards each girl’s distinct journey. We offer an engaging and exceptional education to thrive in an ever changing world. At ECS, she will feel a sense of belonging and receive individualized attention giving her ownership over her learning process. By fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, each girl is empowered to create her own future and become a global citizen."

  • Early French Immersion (K to 5)
  • Francais Langue d'enseignement (Grades 6 to 11)
  • Comprehensive athletics programs
  • Varied co-curricular activities and clubs
  • Academic excellence/college prep
  • Leadership development program
  • Middle and Senior school laptop program
  • Entrepreneurial Platform (K to Grade 11)
  • Advanced Placement courses (Grade 11)
  • Bilingual Programme - French/English (Grades 3 to 8)

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  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  "ECS is committed to redefining the status quo in education with a strong academic offering and through our innovative Entrepreneurial Platform (EP). Collaborative in spirit, this Platform fosters an entrepreneurial mindset which is opportunity-seeking, persistent, and resourceful. Through the iterative process, they learn to reframe problems as opportunities as well as express and execute their strategies with clarity."

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  Information not available

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  "ECS offers an environment where all students have access to opportunities to thrive, grow, and reach their full potential. Guided by our vision and mission, we strive to mentor each girl on her distinct journey. Small class sizes, strong academics and a vibrant co-curricular programme are just a few ways that we inspire students as they pursue their academic and discover their passions."

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

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

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  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  "Our Co-curricular and Athletics programmes are exceptional. Students experience life outside of school though trips, special events and guest speakers who touch upon many social issues. From sport tournaments to field trips they get to experience the world in a safe and nurturing environment with our wonderful staff. Student Life at ECS provides opportunities beyond the classroom, that build leadership skills, self and global awareness, and independence."

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  What might families find surprising about your school?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  "ECS is a home away from home. Students love their school and they are nurtured by a dedicated teaching team and surrounded by a caring student body that spans Kindergarten to Grade 11. Students not only find peers within their class but also through special school activities and events throughout the school year. Students at ECS are part of a sisterhood that lasts beyond their school years and carries them into the future."

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  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  Information not available

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  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  USCA ACADEMY

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  MISS EDGAR'S & MISS CRAMP'S SCHOOL

  Information not available