(4.4)
Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — My son had an excellent experience at AVRO. We found AVRO at a time when school was a huge chal... Any time we had a question or an issue, the principal was incredibly responsive. She usually knew about the issue even before I reached out. While my son did not desire social outlets at school, I saw the school doing a lot to... My son ended up focusing on math and science in grades 11 and 12, and the instruction he received was top-notch. He was completely engaged, felt supported when doing math problems and learning new concepts, and he appreciated ... The academic program is individualized, which was perfect for my son, who was not interested in being in a more typical school. One of the biggest strengths of the program is that it is flexible and meets the needs of each stu... My son did not participate at all in extra-curricular activities at Avro, as this was not something he was interested in or could handle at the time. However, when we went to graduation, we learned about the different opportun... It is hard to answer this question as my son did not really interact with the other students at the school. This was not because of Avro, however. It was more to do with what my son needed at the time and what he could handle.... I will start by saying that I don't believe my son would have LOVED going to school anywhere!! That being said, I do believe that Avro was the perfect school for him. Over the three years he spent there, I saw him go from relu... The school is located in a great location for our family. It is accessible by public transportation, and has a parking lot if that was needed. Students are able to leave the school grounds for lunch, and that gives them indepe... I attended an open house for Avro that gave me a lot of information and allowed me to see how the school would be a good fit for my son. I believe I also then spoke to someone from the school about my son in particular and wha... The school our son went to in grade 9 did not work for him - it was too rigid and large. We found AVRO in the fall of his grade 10 year, and it seemed like it would be the opposite. It was a flexible school in terms of what co... AVRO completely worked for our son. The flexibility and understanding were exactly what he needed in a school. Days that he wouldn't go to school became more and more infrequent because he knew that he would be supported at AV... AVRO is a great school for students who need more individualized attention or just more understanding than a larger school. It would be important to consider the social aspects if your child is interested in this aspect of sch... |
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(4.8)
Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 — My experience at AVRO was incredibly positive. I found the best part of my experience was the c... What stood out to me as a student of the AVRO academy about the leadership is how they genuinely listened to every student's concern. Whether that be academic, social, or personal. The attitude of myself and other students tow... The teaching at AVRO Academy is incredible. I am very happy with the quality of instruction provided. The dynamic between the teachers and the students is incredibly friendly and cooperative. The teachers are very respectful o... AVRO academy provides academic courses for students of all levels. Students can expect a vigorous academic Quadmester if they choose, or they could have a looser and easier Quadmester. The range of courses that the AVRO academ... AVRO did a great job with their extracurriculars! I had a very fun time at AVRO because of these. There is a yearly trip to Centre Island where the school has a bbq and plays Frisbee and does other fun things. There is also a ... The student body is very close-knit. It was very common for everyone in the school to know everybody else's name. At AVRO, like a regular public school, I would say there is a good blend of students from many different backgro... Based on my experience in a public high school, I would say AVRO Academy does a much better job caring about their students' quality of life. AVRO academy gives students the ability to raise their hand and take a break wheneve... The surrounding area is phenomenal. There is a park located right behind the school, as well as several incredible food choices, including numerous burger and pizza places, salad places, supermarkets, etc. One of the best part... Applying for admission to AVRO is relatively easy, as there is no standardized exam. What I remember from when I joined is that I came in for an interview, saw the school, and decided then that I wanted to join. I joined the s... Looking back on my time at this school, what stands out the most to me is how welcoming and understanding the teachers were of me and my learning style from day 1. At first, I was a shy student, so I found the outgoingness of other students and staff a little difficult; however, I quickly realized how much of a strength it is to make new friends and strong connections with my teachers.
... If you are considering this school, my honest advice would be to make sure you make a strong connection with as many people as you can. Doing this will allow you to make the best of your time at the school both academically an... |
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(3.9)
Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 — AVRO provided a safe and supportive environment for our son. They were able to accommodate his ... The leadership changed over the course of the time our son was there. Overall, we were satisfied with our interaction with the school's leadership and felt they always tried their best to support our son and us. The discipline... The teachers at AVRO were great and committed. They were also human, so weren't always able to motivate our son as much as we would have liked. Certainly for the most part, we felt they were doing their best and were committ... With the small classes and dedicated teaching, we felt that the quality of what our son learned was good. I feel that it could have been better, but in fairness, that was more on the challenges my son presented than the qualit... While our son wasn't too interested in extracurriculars, the school did provide a number of opportunities. It is a small school with limited facilities, but I did feel they worked well with what they had available. The March b... AVRO supports a number of student with individual needs and their own unique challenges. The small class size and student to teacher ratio provided the level of support we needed for our son. The school does a great job at ens... I will say our son's interest in attending school varied significantly over the 4 years he attended. Initially, there was significant resistance, but as he became more comfortable and confident, he was very happy to attend in... For us, we lived relatively close to the school, so it was convenient. It's a small school with limited facilities, so classes like gym require additional travel. While not ideal, it did afford our son an opportunity to deve... From what I can remember, the process was smooth and easy. Meeting with the school leadership and discussing fit was a great start to the process. Overall, it wasn't overwhelming or stressful, which made the decision that muc... The small classes with individualized learning and added academic and therapeutic support were keys to the decision. The proximity was also a deciding factor, especially at the beginning. AVRO met most of our expectations and at times surpassed them. We all felt heard and supported. Our focus was a little less on the academics at the beginning due to our son's resistance to school, and once he started accepting... Ask all your questions and take the time to get to know the teachers. They are great partners in supporting your child, so staying on the same page is key. |
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(4.1)
Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — My time at AVRO Academy was a pivotal period in my life. The school gave me time to focus on my... The administration was very respectful and kind. Although the discipline was not strict, problems were definitely addressed appropriately, and discipline was handed out fairly. Communication was effective with parents, but it ... I was very happy with the teaching style at AVRO. The dynamic was informal, but everyone was very respectful and made going to school more fun. Teachers were somewhat like friends. Teachers were always enthusiastic and gave cr... Strengths of this academic program are that it is very individualized, personalized, relaxed, and supportive. Classes have a very small number of students, so teachers easily personalize programs for each student. There was no... Extracurricular activities included fun class trips, such as movies, Center Island, and laser tag. There were other clubs and educational class trips, but I was not a part of them. I do know that one of the educational class t... The size of the school was small, there were not many students and fewer than 5 in a classroom when I attended. The typical student had some type of disability or mental illness, ranging from heavily affected to not as much. Q... I liked going to school at AVRO. I liked that it was more personalized and relaxed. Staff were very understanding, which made it easier to go to school when you are struggling. Students seemed very happy to be at AVRO, maybe n... The school location is really nice, a long street with buses and near a subway station. Lots of places to eat food, less than a 10-minute walk to any fast food place/grocery store. There's also a park right next to the school.... Admission is so easy. From what I recall, all I did was go on a Zoom call to talk about why I'm applying to go to AVRO, and I think I talked about what I was going through and why regular school wasn't for me. The admission of... What stood out to me was the teachers being very helpful. They listen to you and will help you with anything you might need. All the staff were very friendly and understanding. I realized that even though I was learning at a slower pace and had fewer deadlines and finals, AVRO was just what I needed at the time to succeed in school.
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(4.4)
My daughter thrives on the individualized attention she gets at AVRO. Individualized programmi... The school provided excellent response to all questions and concerns - both my husband AND my daughter's concerns. They seemed to do an excellent job in keeping a balance between resolving parent concerns and fostering a posit... My daughter loved the learning at the school. She was challenged at her level. I think even more importantly, her teachers cared about her success. With each success in learning, a confidence was built. Each teacher striv... My daughter gained the independent skills needed for further learning. Here again, the strength of Avro is providing programming based on the needs and interests of the student. A highly motivated, independent learning style ... The school puts in a great effort into positive group interaction and a supportive dynamic. Everything from weekly meetings with the entire school body, to individual counseling where needed. The school is small, with a very... My daughter was always warmly welcomed by the staff and most students. When she began at the school she noticed and appreciated the welcoming approach. Weekly meetings brought all students together, and regular out trips also... Great trips and excursions offered. There were opportunities for outdoor education trips to promote skills and community bonding, as well as cultural trips, and sometimes even community walks. We live in the neighbourhood, ... The staff listened carefully to the needs of our daughter. The program was built on her needs and strengths. We shared academic, social and emotional strengths and weaknesses. My suggestion is that you are completely honest a... |
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