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Go to child profileWe are an enriched school that supports gifted and highly intelligent learners through individualized programming which allows us to support learning challenges that may also be part of students' academic profile. Our small community is supportive and inclusive, allowing students to enjoy their school journey. Using the Ontario Curriculum, we expand and individualize topics, encourage hands on learning and our mixed grade classes allow for students to be successful while teaching and learning together.
What learning looks like now: We have developed four stages of response depending on the level of community infection and transmission. We currently offer in person all day instruction. However, we are prepared to go to both a hybrid model with different scenarios of numbers of students in each group. As well as a fully online model should that become necessary again.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | Gr. 4 - Gr. 8 | In-person | Full-time |
Grade 4 to 6 Classroom
Grade 7 to 8 Classroom
STEM Challenge Afternoon - Whole School
Lesson Room
Library
Library
Instruction is student-lead, building from the curiosities, talents, and skill base that each student brings into the room. Most who enroll here are operating above their grade level, though require support to remain challenged and engaged with earning. The delivery follows the Ontario curriculum, though is cross-curricular, making connections across subject areas and areas of interest. The school is centrally located, adjacent to public transit as well as wealth of world-class resource, of which the program rightly makes good use. The feel is close-knit, and while the intention is to grow enrolment, it will remain a small, student-centred school in a lovely brick building on a leafy street in the heart of the city. Esprit may not be big, but between its reason for being and the expertise and experience behind the offering, it has a lot to give.
Particularly popular in the younger grades (preschool to elementary), but sometimes available all the way up to high school, Montessori schools offer an alternative vision to the standard lesson format of most classrooms. Instead of listening to whole-class lessons, Montessori classrooms allow students to choose which "tasks" or activities interest them. These tasks centre around special Montessori puzzles - their essential feature being they contain a right answer and allow for selfcorrection. A strong emphasis is therefore placed on lessons being concrete and rooted in practical experience, along with students developing a sense of self-sufficiency, confidence and curiosity.
Program | offered |
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Montessori toddler | |
Casa | |
Elementary | |
Middle School | |
High School |
Focus | Special needs |
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Academic | Gifted, Special needs |
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
Subject | offered |
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
Subject | offered |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
Subject | offered |
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Acting | |
Dance | |
Drama/Theatre | |
Graphic Design | |
Music | |
Visual Arts |
Expressive | |
Disciplined |
Subject | offered |
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Computer science | |
Robotics | |
Web design |
Lower Elementary | Upper Elementary | Middle | |
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Age groupings How children are grouped by age for each class.' |
1 to 3 | 4 to 6 | 7 to 8 |
Uninterrupted work periods The longest uninterrupted work period for each class.' |
2 hours | 2 hours | 2 hours |
Tests and assignments How often students are given tests or assignments in each class.' |
Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) | Occasionally (Moderate Orthodox) |
Graded work How often students have their work graded in each class.' |
Semi-regularly (Moderately Non-Orthodox) | Semi-regularly (Moderately Non-Orthodox) | Semi-regularly (Moderately Non-Orthodox) |
Arts and crafts The percentage of a typical student's day that is spent on arts and crafts in each class.' |
10% | 5% | 5% |
Whole-class lectures should only be given occasionally (e.g., at the beginning of a term or unit). Students usually learn best through small group lessons, interaction, and independent work.
We only use specialist teachers and classes in rare cases (for instance, to teach a second language). Core teachers are well-equipped to teach almost all subjects.
Modern-day technology is used in moderation since it can be a distraction. For instance, computers and other digital media might be used for research, writing, and multimedia projects.
Overall approach : Which option best describes your overall curricular approach?
Schools that are faithful to the original Montessori program and principles, but sometimes supplement it with modern curricular approaches or materials.
Flexible pacing style | offered |
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Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
Differentiated assessment |
Full-time programming is offered for all students which is exclusively focused on one or more special needs.
Subject Type | offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Subject Type | offered |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
Read our guide to special needs schools and special education
Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)
Program | offered |
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Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
In grade Gr. 8, Esprit Academy students perform an average of 30 mins of homework per night.
4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
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Esprit Academy | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins |
Site Average | 29 mins | 34 mins | 39 mins | 51 mins | 55 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 7 to Gr. 8 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | Gr. 4 to Gr. 8 |
Academic achievement reporting | Gr. 4 to Gr. 8 |
Habits and behaviour reporting | Gr. 4 to Gr. 8 |
Parent-teacher meetings | Gr. 4 to Gr. 8 |
Esprit Academy does not offer any competitive or recreational sports.
Esprit Academy offers 6 clubs and extracurricular programs.
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
Day | $24,500 |
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 | Coed | Day | 20 |
Total enrolment | 20 |
Average class size | 3 to 5 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 0% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 0 |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
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Day Enrollment | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Class Size | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 7 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | 1 - 8 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | ||
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: $0
Registration fee: $1,500
Deposit:
$2,500
Step 1
Interview/discussion with parents regarding needs of student
Student report cards for current and past year
Step 2
Application forms filled out and submitted
Step 3
Discussion/Interview with student(s)
Step 4
Visiting day - student spends a morning in the school
Step 5
Acceptance
This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.
Student Entry Points
This shows approximately how many openings there are likely to be in each grade in a typical year, as well as the estimated acceptance rate for each grade level.
Student Type | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 3 - 5 (75%) | 3 - 5 (75%) | 3 - 5 (75%) | 3 - 5 (75%) | 2 - 3 (75%) | 2 - 3 (75%) | 3 - 5 (75%) | 3 - 4 (75%) |
I'm so pleased you have dropped by to have a look at our school. At Esprit Academy we pride ourselves in providing an enriched environment for the gifted and highly intelligent student. Our staff works with each student and develops an individualized program based on curriculum expectations, student interest and academic needs. We cater to the twice exceptional learner. These students require a different approach when building skills and learning new material. We look forward to meeting you during the Admissions Pathway on October 3. Or book a private meeting with us to discuss any questions.
Does Esprit Academy have good reviews?
You can read 3 reviews about Esprit Academy via this link.
When is the application deadline for Esprit Academy?
The application deadline for day students is typically open year-round based on availability. More application details are available here.
What is the acceptance rate at Esprit Academy?
The overall acceptance rate at Esprit Academy is 75%. This rate varies depending on the grade. More details about acceptance rates per grade are here.
What is the curriculum pace at Esprit Academy?
Esprit Academy has a Student-paced approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched or Accelerated). Learn more about curriculum pace here.
How many students attend Esprit Academy?
There are 20 students enrolled at Esprit Academy from Gr. 1 to Gr. 8. More details about enrollment are available here.
Do students at Esprit Academy wear uniforms?
No
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