2480 15th Sideroad, King City, Ontario, L7B 0P5, Canada
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2480 15th Sideroad, King City, Ontario, L7B 0P5, Canada
1225 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario, L6L 1Z1, Canada
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5,702.4 km
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2013
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4 to 12
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Traditional
Liberal Arts
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10 to 15
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Accelerated curriculum
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Yes: grades JK - 8
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Villanova was founded in 1999 on property that is home to the Mary Lake Augustinian Monastery. Today the school operates independent of the order, in terms of finances and leadership, though shares the values of service and charity. While the school is understandably a draw for families looking for a school delivering the curriculum through a Catholic lens, it also attracts those from surrounding communities who, apart from religious observance, share those foundational values. The school is relatively young, though has established a strong academic and athletic reputation in a short time. The school also has set standards for online communication, and the use of technology in instruction and assessment. The ideal student is one able to thrive in a challenging, active student environment.
View full reportMater Boni Consilii Academy (MBCA) is the only private Catholic school in Halton Region. Founded in 2013, MBCA is a mission-driven community distinguished by the way it integrates intellectual, spiritual, human, and apostolic development with small class sizes. The school holds daily prayer, regular Mass, and sacramental life, which together create an environment where Catholic faith and academics are fully intertwined. Families choose MBCA for its combination of rigorous academics, intentional virtue formation, and personalized attention. The school is especially suited for families looking for a structured, values-based environment where faith is central and for students who flourish under close guidance and discipline.
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"My experience at Villanova was nothing short of life-changing."
Gabi Stefou - Alumnus (Aug 09, 2018)
My experience at Villanova was nothing short of life-changing. I entered Grade 7 as a shy student af... View full review
"The quality of teaching at Villanova is second to none"
Josephine Greig - Parent (Aug 14, 2018)
All 3 of our children like and appreciate their teachers the best! They truly care about their pup... View full review
"MBCA matched our expectations of being close-knit, Catholic, affordable, and deeply committed to raising boys and girls to become men and women of virtue."
Melissa AtLee - Parent (Sep 03, 2025)
Our children love the care and attention that they receive at MBCA. The small class sizes allow the ... View full review
"Enrolling your child at MBCA is more than simply sending them to school; it’s about embracing the vision and becoming part of a growing community."
David Borges - Parent (Oct 07, 2025)
Every day truly feels like a great day for my son at this school. He looks forward to learning and i... View full review
"Villanova College is York Region’s only independent Catholic school preparing young men and women for university and for life. Learning at Villanova is exciting, engaging and enduring. Small class sizes, the Teacher-Advisor Program and the Guided Learning Centre allow our faculty to give students the individual attention they require to reach and exceed their potential. Individual talents are nurtured through specialty academic programs, including Advanced Placement and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) as well as extensive co-curricular programs including music, performing arts and athletics. Located on 53 acres on the Oak Ridges Moraine, the school is situated in an idyllic setting with state of the art facilities including an artificial turf field, triple gymnasium and brand new theatre, dining hall and specialty classrooms. The academic achievements of Villanova graduates have consistently been recognized through scholarship offers and acceptance to preferred universities. Our graduates have gone on to study at the most selective programs at highly regarded universities in North America and internationally. To provide your child with a foundation for lifelong success contact our admissions office or visit our website at www.villanovacollege.org."
"Mater Boni Consilii Academy is the first and only JK to Grade 8 private Catholic school in the Halton Region. We offer a liberal arts curriculum rooted in Catholic tradition. Our education model of Integral Formation® provides context for students' academic achievement, linking their intellectual development to the growth of their spirit and character. Partnering with families, we guide students to become authentic Catholic leaders, developing habits of discipline, perseverance, and purpose to transform society."
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"At Mater Boni Consilii Academy, our Integral Formation® model blends rigorous academics with character and spiritual development. Students are taught to think deeply, communicate clearly, and engage the world through a coherent Catholic worldview. We serve families seeking a truly Catholic education—one that prioritizes academic excellence, personal virtue, and spiritual maturity. MBCA is ideal for students who flourish in a structured, values-based environment that supports both moral and intellectual growth. Our core values—to educate, to form, and to serve—are lived out daily through high academic standards, the cultivation of virtuous habits, and a vibrant Catholic culture. Guided by our motto, Semper Altius—Always Higher—we inspire students to pursue excellence in all areas of life, forming Christian leaders ready to transform the world."
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"As a growing school, MBCA makes intentional tradeoffs to remain faithful to its mission—choosing depth over breadth in these foundational years. Rather than offering a wide range of extracurriculars or modern electives, we currently focus on the mastery of core academic subjects, personal discipline, and deep spiritual formation. This approach supports our core values: to educate, to form, and to serve. While we plan to expand co-curricular offerings as the school grows, our present priorities include small class sizes, faculty trained in classical Catholic education, and a rich sacramental life—including daily prayer, regular Mass, and Confession. We invest in high-quality literature, the humanities, and meaningful family involvement to foster a cohesive and holistic educational environment. Though some broader program options are limited at this stage, every element is intentionally designed to nurture intellectual excellence, moral virtue, and a fully Catholic worldview."
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"Mater Boni Consilii Academy was founded in 2013 by a group of Catholic educators and families committed to restoring authentic Catholic education in Ontario. Born during a time of cultural and educational uncertainty, the school emerged as a response to growing concerns about the secularization of curriculum and the weakening of Catholic identity in many educational institutions. This founding moment continues to shape our mission: to offer a rigorous Catholic liberal arts education that integrates faith, reason, and virtue. A major milestone came with the adoption of the Integral Formation® model, which formalized our commitment to forming the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, humanly, and apostolically. Each year, MBCA has expanded in enrolment and grade levels, laying a foundation for future growth and witness to the desire for our mission. These early decisions continue to define our brand as a school committed to forming Christian leaders who live the motto Semper Altius."
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"Students who thrive at Mater Boni Consilii Academy are those who are curious, respectful, and eager to grow in a love for learning. They benefit most from a structured, values-based environment that prioritizes academic excellence, spiritual formation, and personal virtue. The school is an ideal fit for families who desire a deeply Catholic education rooted in tradition, and who see parents as the primary educators of their children. Families who value discipline, meaningful faith practice, and close collaboration with teachers will find MBCA’s approach especially rewarding. Students flourish when they are supported at home in living the faith, striving for high standards, and embracing the school’s mission to form Christian leaders who aim Semper Altius—Always Higher."
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"Mater Boni Consilii Academy may not suit families seeking robust extracurriculars, as programs are limited in its foundational years. It does not yet offer high school or the Ontario (OSSD) accreditation, so those prioritizing provincial curriculum alignment may find a mismatch. The school’s deeply Catholic identity—with daily prayer, weekly Mass, and sacramental life—may not appeal to those preferring a secular or multi-faith environment. There is no bus service or guaranteed before/after-care, which can be challenging for families needing extended hours or transportation. As a small, newly founded community, MBCA offers personal attention and parental involvement but lacks the scale and long-established systems of larger institutions. Families wanting large facilities, or long-standing schools may prefer other options."
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"Families choose Mater Boni Consilii Academy for its deeply Catholic, holistic education rooted in the Integral Formation® approach—developing students intellectually, spiritually, humanly, and apostolically. They value daily prayer, sacramental life, and virtue formation woven into academics. Small class sizes allow personalized attention, enabling teachers to know each child well and support their growth. Parents appreciate the emphasis on forming Christian leaders through rigorous academics, moral character development, and service. As the only Catholic independent school in Halton, MBCA offers a unique option for those seeking a private, faith-based alternative. Families often prefer MBCA over other schools because it combines strong academics with intentional faith formation and a close-knit community—something they feel is missing in less mission-driven environments. The distinctive blend of faith, academic quality, and personal care is the school’s primary draw."
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"Mater Boni Consilii Academy is widely perceived as a small, mission-driven, independent Catholic school distinguished by its unwavering commitment to forming both the minds and hearts of its students. MBCA embodies a close-knit, values-centered community in which faith is not a peripheral feature, but the very foundation of daily life. The Academy is associated with strong moral and spiritual formation, highly personalized attention made possible through small class sizes, and a welcoming, family-like environment that fosters belonging. Its Catholic identity is deliberate and unmistakable, evident in the rhythm of daily prayer, regular reception of the sacraments, and an intentional emphasis on cultivating virtuous, service-oriented leaders. While the school’s broader reality encompasses rigorous academics and comprehensive human development, the prevailing public image is that of a nurturing, mission-focused institution."
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"An underappreciated aspect of Mater Boni Consilii Academy is the depth of its Integral Formation® approach, especially as it is applied through each student’s personalized formation plan. While families notice that MBCA educates the “whole child,” they may not fully grasp the transformative effect of a unified framework that integrates intellectual, spiritual, human, and apostolic growth. These personalized plans allow teachers to set clear, individualized goals, nurture each child’s strengths, and address areas for growth in a deliberate, measurable way. This is far more than an academic program with faith elements—it is a comprehensive formation process shaping habits of mind, heart, and character that last a lifetime. Families may appreciate the small classes and faith-filled culture, yet often undervalue how sustained, individualized guidance profoundly develops a student’s confidence, moral clarity, leadership, and lifelong commitment to living out their Catholic faith."
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"Many families are pleasantly surprised by how deeply and intentionally their child’s growth is supported at Mater Boni Consilii Academy. While parents may expect a strong Catholic environment and good academics, they often don’t realize just how closely faith, virtue, and leadership development are woven into every part of the school day. Through the school’s Integral Formation® model and personalized formation plans, teachers get to know each student well, set individual goals, and work hand-in-hand with parents to support growth in mind, heart, and character. Parents often notice how quickly their children gain confidence, become more thoughtful and service-oriented, and feel truly part of a warm, caring community. They soon discover that MBCA isn’t just about teaching Catholic values—it’s about living them every day, creating an environment that transforms their child in ways they hadn’t expected."
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"Mater Boni Consilii Academy has recently implemented key improvements that embody our commitment to rigorous, faith-based education. We have strengthened our team by hiring new staff who share our mission and bring valuable expertise, enhancing personalized student formation. Our curriculum resources have been upgraded with an intentional focus on meeting RC Education accreditation standards and parent/student needs, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated academic program. To support sustainable growth, we are revitalizing our Board of Directors by adding experienced members and investing in their professional development, improving governance and strategic leadership. Additionally, we have formed a property development team dedicated to securing our own permanent campus, which will provide a stable environment for community-building and program expansion."
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"Mater Boni Consilii Academy is focused on strategic growth over the next five years through targeted initiatives that strengthen our mission and serve families better. We are enhancing awareness by launching targeted social media campaigns, hosting open houses, and forming purposeful partnerships to share our unique educational model. To grow enrollment, we are streamlining admissions, developing scholarship programs, and deepening partnerships with local parishes to connect with prospective families. Fundraising efforts are expanding through annual giving campaigns, engaging community events, grant applications, and corporate sponsorships. These efforts will support securing a permanent campus, expanding academic programs, and enriching student formation, ensuring MBCA continues to provide a holistic, personalized Catholic education that meets the evolving needs of our community."
Villanova College is an independent, Catholic school committed to the Augustinian values of unitas, veritas and caritas, meaning unity, truth and love. Since 1999, the School has prepared young men and women for university, for leadership and for life. Villanova educates its students in a caring environment focused on academics while maintaining a balance between spirituality, arts, athletics and community involvement.
Villanova is a tightly knit family that supports and challenges students in grades 4 through 12, as they become independent critical thinkers so that they may lead with integrity. Challenge, community, care and respect are the key characteristics of our school. Our high academic standards are supported by a caring and involved faculty that serves to help each student reach his/her potential. Villanova College is a special place that recognizes and takes great pride in our students' academic achievements, aptitude in the performing arts, athletic excellence, extensive Christian Service and proud community spirit.
Faithfully yours,
Paul Paradiso
Headmaster
Dear Parents of Prospective Students,
At Mater Boni Consilii Academy, our mission is to form the next generation of Christian leaders; young people with hearts and minds rooted in truth, guided by faith, and prepared to flourish in an ever-changing world. As Head of School, my vision is to lead a community where students not only excel academically, but also grow in faith, virtue, curiosity, and a deep sense of purpose.
Our academy is shaped by three guiding principles: to educate, to form, and to serve. We educate by fostering a love of learning and a commitment to academic excellence. We form by nurturing the character, virtues, and faith that help each child become who they are called to be. We serve by instilling a spirit of generosity and responsibility toward others, both within our school and beyond it.
Education is most transformative when it nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Our unique approach of Integral Formation© is designed to balance intellectual formation with moral development, fostering young people who are not only capable and confident, but compassionate and resilient.
At Mater Boni Consilii Academy, we are building more than a school; we are building the faithful leaders of tomorrow and thoughtful citizens who will shape the future with wisdom and grace.
I invite you to discover the difference of a learning community where faith illuminates every path, and where each student is inspired to become the person they were created to be.
I invite you to learn more about our school. Please contact us to schedule a tour, we'd love to meet your family and introduce you to Mater Boni Consilii Academy!
God bless,
Michael Aguiar
Head of School
Liberal Arts
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Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.
Liberal Arts curricula share with traditional programs their emphasis on core knowledge-acquisition, but tend to borrow more best practices from the progressive approach. A Liberal Arts program might still feature group work and projects, for example, contrary to the more singular emphasis on tests and essays at a Traditional program.
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Villanova College is an independent, Catholic school committed to the Augustinian values of unitas, veritas and caritas - unity, truth and love. Since 1999, the School has prepared young men and women for university, for leadership and life. Villanova educates its students in a caring environment focused on academics, while maintaining a balance between spirituality, arts, athletics and community involvement. Villanova College is a tightly knit family that supports and challenges students in grades 4 to 12, as they become independent critical thinkers so that they may lead with integrity. Challenge, community, care and respect are key characteristics of our school.
Our goal is to provide the highest quality education while nurturing authentic Christian leaders. We offer a rigorous, faith-centered curriculum that sets high yet achievable academic standards, helping students build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. Our students develop essential habits such as curiosity, perseverance, and a love of learning. They benefit from a positive, faith-filled environment alongside like-minded peers, enriched by a variety of activities that support their growth. Our caring educators provide personalized attention to help each child discover and develop their unique God-given talents. Through leadership and character-building opportunities, we focus on spiritual and personal formation, fostering confidence, kindness, and maturity. Graduates of our school emerge as young boys and girls of integrity and faith, well-prepared academically and grounded in Christian values, ready to thrive in high school and beyond.
Equal Balance
These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.
These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.
Students are exposed to advanced topics in mathematics to develop the ability to define problems, design investigations to gather data, organize data, draw conclusions and then apply understandings to new and novel situations. Students are exposed to advanced topics in mathematics and use computer programming, simulation, and control devices to explore in a rigorous manner and learn how to systematically and creatively solve problems.
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There are many mathematics activities that do have students using calculators, while there are other tasks/units where calculators are not permitted. It depends on the lesson at hand and the learning goals of the particular lesson.
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Balanced Literacy
Balanced reading programs are typically Whole Language programs with supplementary phonics training. This training might be incidental, or it might take the form of mini-lessons.
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Equal balance
Programs that balance systematic and process approaches equally likely have an emphasis on giving young students ample opportunities to write, while providing supplementary class-wide instruction in grammar, parts of sentences, and various writing strategies.
Programs that balance systematic and process approaches equally likely have an emphasis on giving young students ample opportunities to write, while providing supplementary class-wide instruction in grammar, parts of sentences, and various writing strategies.
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Equal Balance
Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.
Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.
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Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
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Equal Balance
These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.
These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.
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Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
Core Knowledge
Usually focused on teaching history and geography at an early age, the core knowledge approach uses story, drama, reading, and discussion to teach about significant people, places, and events. Breadth of content and knowledge is emphasized. The curriculum is often organized according to the underlying logic of the content: history might be taught sequentially, for example (as students move through the grades).
Usually focused on teaching history and geography at an early age, the core knowledge approach uses story, drama, reading, and discussion to teach about significant people, places, and events. Breadth of content and knowledge is emphasized. The curriculum is often organized according to the underlying logic of the content: history might be taught sequentially, for example (as students move through the grades).
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Equal Balance
These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.
These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.
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Equal Balance
These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.
These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.
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French is taught Grade 3 to Grade 8.
Hebrew
ESL
Spanish
Russian
Latin
Japanese
Italian
Greek
German
French
Chinese-Mandarin
Chinese-Cantonese
Hebrew
ESL
Spanish
Russian
Latin
Japanese
Italian
Greek
German
French
Chinese-Mandarin
Chinese-Cantonese
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Equal Balance
Creative arts programs are studio-driven. While historical works and movements may still be taught to add context to the program, students mainly engage in making art (visual, musical, theatrical, etc). The goal is use the actual practice of art to help educate students’ emotions, cognition, and ethos.
These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.
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Acting
Dance
Drama/Theatre
Graphic Design
Music
Visual Arts
Acting
Dance
Drama/Theatre
Graphic Design
Music
Visual Arts
Medium integration
A major effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy throughout the curriculum and in everything students do. Digital literacy is understood to be a fundamental skill in the 21st century: it therefore follows, the idea goes, that teachers should find ways to connect every lesson back to technology. Effort is made to ensure the use of technology is meaningful and advances students’ skills beyond what they would otherwise be from using computers outside the classroom.
Effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy through the curriculum. However, this is not a dominant focus.
With our campus-wide wireless network, Villanova College is committed to developing and integrating technology to cultivate critical thinking skills, nurture creativity and enhance learning. All students use Edsby, a web-based Learning Management System with an integrated platform, to access course material, receive and submit assignments and collaborate with teachers and classmates. Parents are engaged in their child’s academic success and stay well connected and informed with on-line access to calendars, schedules, assignment deadlines and information regarding extra-curricular programs and school events. Students from grades 7 – 12 participate in our wireless Windows-based laptop program, while mobile labs are dedicated to students in grades 4 - 6.\nOur Educational Technology plan continues to emphasize the development of organizational skills, technological literacy, and the use of project based learning. Classrooms are digitally equipped to be interactive and we continue to explore the best educational resources including e-texts, OneNote, and specialized software.
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Web design
Robotics
Computer science
Villanova College has specialist Physical Education educators teaching each grade in the school. Every child in grades 4-9 are required to take physical education as one of their eight courses. In grades 10-12, physical education is an optional course. In all grades, we strive to develop lifelong skills such as sportsmanship, fair play, accountability, the ability to work with others effectively, the ability to lead others in a positive manner, the ability to perform at one\'s best, and the ability to enjoy athletic activities.
Physical education is an integral part of our program. We provide our students with exposure to many sports and outdoor education opportunities. Our goal is to foster healthy attitudes and provide our students with life skills. Athletics and outdoor education provide character formation opportunities. Our youngest students focus on developing gross and fine motor skills with the help of a certified PE instructor via our local YMCA center.
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.
Mater Boni Consilii Academy’s Junior and Senior Kindergarten programs introduce children ages 4–5 to a hands-on, structured learning environment that nurtures curiosity and social development. Our curriculum emphasizes collaboration, creative thinking, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills, including reading, printing, addition, and subtraction. Students engage in one-on-one, small group, and whole-class activities that promote social skills such as active listening, following directions, and caring for others. Integrated with early Catholic faith formation, the program helps shepherd young learners into elementary school with confidence, a love for learning, and a strong sense of community.
Standard-enriched
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).
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.
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”.
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”.
At Villanova College students are challenged to discern and develop their interests and strengths with the personal attention and support of a caring faculty who are committed to seeing their students succeed at the post-secondary level and beyond. We provide a rigorous academic program that exceeds Ministry of Education expectations and emphasizes skill development. This educational philosophy gives our students an academic advantage as Villanova graduates consistently gain entrance to their preferred universities and experience success in elite university programs.\n
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"We honour and distinguish our brightest students, using them as examples for other students to follow."
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Spiritual
The goal is to cultivate "individuals with inner resourcefulness, strong faith and respect for God or a higher power."
Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
Spiritual
The goal is to cultivate "individuals with inner resourcefulness, strong faith and respect for God or a higher power."
Villanova College is an independent, Catholic school committed to the Augustinian values of unitas, veritas and caritas, meaning unity, truth and love. Since 1999, the School has prepared young men and women for university, for leadership and for life. Villanova educates its students in a caring environment focused on academics while maintaining a balance between spirituality, arts, athletics and community involvement.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality education and foster integrally formed Christian leaders. We focus on four dimensions: intellectual, human, spiritual, and apostolic. We strive to teach, in an environment of academic excellence; to form the heart, helping each student to love authentic values and to develop a sense of what is good, right, noble, beautiful; and to form the character, which serves as the foundation of all virtue and integrity. Our graduates become strong Christian leaders, convinced of the truth, prepared and committed to establish and foster a society where Christian values are put into practice.
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ADHD (moderate to severe)
This is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Children with ADHD may be hyperactive and unable control their impulses. Or they may have trouble paying attention. These behaviors can interfere with school and home life.
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This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.
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This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.
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This is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.
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This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.
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This is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.
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These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.
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A characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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Refers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).
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On the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.
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his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.
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This is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).
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This is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Troubled behaviour / troubled teens
roubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
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Clinical Depression
This is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.
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Clinical anxiety
This is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.
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Suicidal thoughts
This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.
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Drug and alcohol abuse
This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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Multiple sclerosis
This is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.
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Cerebral palsy
his refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.
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Muscular dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.
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Spina Bifida
This is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.
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Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)
This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.
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Blindness
Visual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."
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Deafness
Hearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).
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Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.
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Multiple physical
Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Accommodations
Extra support
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Psychotherapy
Speech-language therapy
Our desire is to meet all students' educational needs while at school. Please note, as a private school we do not have the resources, nor the support to provide the necessary programming and education for children with special learning needs, learning disabilities or Individual Program Plans (IPP’s).
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Ballet and Classical Ballet
Yoga
Yearbook
Student Council
Scouting
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Photography
Paintball
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Choir
Chess Club
Band
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Animation
Ballet and Classical Ballet
Yoga
Yearbook
Student Council
Scouting
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Photography
Paintball
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Choir
Chess Club
Band
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Animation
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Mater Boni Consilii Academy looks for students who are eager learners with a genuine curiosity and openness to growing intellectually, spiritually, and personally. Ideal students demonstrate respect, kindness, and a willingness to engage actively in a faith-filled community. They show readiness to embrace both academic challenges and moral formation, with a positive attitude toward learning and collaboration. Because the school emphasizes Integral Formation®, successful students are those who are receptive to developing habits of discipline, perseverance, and leadership rooted in Christian values. Families who share the school’s commitment to Catholic faith and character development also play a crucial role in supporting their child’s success. Overall, MBCA seeks students ready to thrive in a nurturing environment that balances rigorous academics with spiritual growth and community engagement.
The Admissions team reviews a variety of information to determine the preparedness of each applicant to succeed in the university-preparatory program and co-curricular offerings of the School. Admission to Villanova College is competitive and decisions are based on the following:
Inquiry & Tour
Prospective families begin by submitting an inquiry form. The Admissions Office will then reach out to schedule a personalized tour of the school.
Application & Evaluation
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round, with mid-year enrollment available. Academic readiness is assessed during an Evaluation Day tailored for students entering Grades 1 through 8. An academic assessment is then provided for the family and a copy remains in the students file for reference.
Parent Interview
Families participate in a one-on-one interview with school administration to discuss their aspirations and determine mutual fit.
Notification of Acceptance
Admission decisions generally occur within two to three weeks after all documents are received. Once accepted, families receive an enrollment contract to formalize registration.
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