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Flexi Academy ACADEMICS & Curriculum
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Curriculum
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Curriculum approach at Flexi Academy: Progressive
Flexi Academy has a Progressive approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Traditional, Liberal Arts, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).
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What Flexi Academy says about their overall curriculum and approach:
Flexi Academy delivers the Ontario secondary school curriculum through credit courses leading toward the OSSD. Course content, assessment and reporting follow Ontario curriculum expectations and achievement-chart categories. Our approach combines live teacher-led instruction, guided independent learning, digital resources and authentic application. Through the 6Ds Instructional Model, students discover key concepts, develop and deepen understanding, demonstrate learning, apply knowledge and reflect on progress. The new integrated LMS brings classes, resources, assessments, attendance, feedback, results, communication and progress monitoring into one structured environment. Teachers use ongoing evidence of comprehension, engagement and mastery to adjust instruction and provide targeted individual or small-group support. Assessment includes assignments, projects, presentations, discussions, demonstrations, tests and examinations, allowing students to show learning in varied and meaningful ways. E-portfolios help students document progress through written work, models, diagrams, videos and reflections while developing Ontario Learning Skills and Work Habits. The overall approach preserves academic rigour while offering flexible pacing, personal guidance and internationally accessible learning.
Approach
| Focus | Special needs |
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| Academic | Gifted |
Pedagogies and subject courses:
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Mathematics
Mathematics approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math, Discovery Math approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy uses a balanced approach to mathematics, combining explicit instruction and regular practice with inquiry, problem-solving and real-world application. Teachers model mathematical procedures, notation and efficient strategies, then guide students to explain their reasoning, compare methods and apply concepts in unfamiliar contexts. Ontario courses—including MTH1W, MFM2P, MCR3U, MHF4U, MDM4U and MCV4U—develop both procedural fluency and conceptual understanding across algebra, functions, data, statistics and calculus. Lessons use examples, visual representations, discussion, digital tools and progressively challenging tasks. Assessment includes assignments, investigations, projects, quizzes and examinations. Progress is monitored through the LMS, enabling teachers to adjust pacing, provide feedback and arrange targeted support. Students master essential skills while understanding why mathematical methods work and how mathematics supports decision-making and problem-solving.
Textbooks and supplementary materials:
We use TVO Learn, McGraw Hill mathematics resources and Discovery Mathematics materials, supplemented by teacher-developed lessons, worked examples, practice sets, digital tools and problem-solving investigations delivered through the Flexi Academy LMS.
Calculator policy:
Calculators are used when appropriate to the course and learning goal. Students first develop number sense, procedural fluency and algebraic reasoning. Scientific, graphing or digital tools may support complex applications and verification, but students must show their reasoning and follow teacher instructions during assessments.
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Early Reading
Early Reading approach at Flexi Academy: Phonics-intensive
Flexi Academy has a Phonics-intensive approach to Early Reading (as opposed to Whole Language, Balanced Literacy approach).
[Show: About Phonics-intensive?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy teaches early reading through systematic, explicit instruction in phonemic awareness, letter–sound relationships, blending, decoding, spelling and word recognition. TVO Learn resources, guided reading and age-appropriate literature develop fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. Students receive targeted practice and support according to their demonstrated reading needs.
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
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Writing
Writing approach at Flexi Academy: Equal balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal balance approach to Writing (as opposed to Systematic approach, Process approach approach).
[Show: About Equal balance?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy combines systematic instruction with authentic writing experiences. Younger students receive explicit teaching in letter formation, spelling, sentence construction, grammar, punctuation and paragraph organization. Teachers model planning, drafting, revising, editing and publishing, then guide students toward increasingly independent practice. Students write for meaningful purposes and varied audiences through stories, descriptions, explanations, reports, reflections and digital presentations. TVO Learn and resources within the LMS provide models, prompts, practice activities and differentiated support. Teachers use conferences, rubrics and descriptive feedback to identify next steps, while e-portfolios allow students to preserve drafts and demonstrate growth. This approach builds accuracy and control without treating writing as a collection of isolated rules; students learn to communicate ideas clearly, creatively and confidently.
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Science
Science approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Science (as opposed to Expository, Inquiry approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]Teaching approach:
Flexi Academy balances explicit teaching of scientific knowledge with inquiry, investigation and application. In earlier grades, integrated science develops observation, questioning, prediction and evidence-based explanation. Secondary students progress through SNC1D and SNC2D before specializing in biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science. Teachers introduce core concepts and models, then engage students in investigations, data analysis, problem-solving, virtual laboratories and suitable practical activities. TVO Learn, course-aligned resources and the Flexi Academy LMS provide explanations, visualizations, assessment and feedback. Students are expected to form hypotheses, evaluate evidence, recognize limitations and communicate conclusions using appropriate scientific terminology. Assessment includes knowledge questions, laboratory-style tasks, projects, presentations, quizzes and examinations. This approach ensures students acquire essential scientific content while learning to think and work like scientists.
Treatment of evolution:
Subject Offered Evolution as consensus theory Evolution as one of many equally viable theories Evolution is not taught Topics covered in curriculum:
Subject Offered Biology Chemistry Ecology Geology Meteorology Physics Physiology Zoology Literature
Literature approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional, Social Justice approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy balances traditional literary study with contemporary critical perspectives. Students examine plot, characterization, setting, theme, language and structure while considering each text’s historical, cultural and social context. Courses include classic and contemporary works representing Canadian, English and diverse global voices. Students explore identity, values, representation, equity and social issues while learning to support interpretations with textual evidence. Close reading, teacher-guided discussion, comparative analysis and explicit instruction develop foundational knowledge. Essays, presentations, creative responses, collaborative projects and personal reflections allow students to engage meaningfully with texts. TVO Learn and LMS resources provide contextual materials, models and differentiated support. The program develops thoughtful readers who can appreciate literary quality, recognize different perspectives and communicate well-reasoned interpretations.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Canadian lit American lit European (continental) lit World (non-Western) lit English lit Ancient lit Social Studies
Social Studies approach at Flexi Academy: Expanding Communities
Flexi Academy has an Expanding Communities approach to Social Studies (as opposed to Core Knowledge, Thematic approach).
[Show: About Expanding Communities?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy primarily follows an Expanding Communities approach. In the earliest grades, students explore identity, family, school and the local community. Their studies then broaden to communities across Ontario and Canada and, eventually, to global societies and Canada’s international relationships. Historical and geographical knowledge is developed within this progression, including Indigenous perspectives, cultural traditions, citizenship, government, economic activity and relationships with the environment. TVO Learn and LMS resources support learning through stories, maps, timelines, images, videos and primary and secondary sources. Students investigate questions, compare communities, examine different perspectives and connect historical learning to contemporary life. Assessment includes discussions, written responses, presentations, research tasks, diagrams and projects. This approach makes social studies relevant to students’ experiences while progressively developing the knowledge and perspective needed to understand a diverse and interconnected world.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Humanities and Social Sciences approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism, Pragmatism approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy balances strong historical and cultural knowledge with contemporary relevance and practical application. Courses such as Canadian and world history, geography, civics, business, anthropology, psychology and sociology help students examine both enduring human questions and present-day issues. Students analyse primary and secondary sources, compare perspectives, interpret maps and data, evaluate evidence and construct well-supported arguments. Learning activities include case studies, research projects, debates, essays, presentations and reflections. TVO Learn and LMS resources connect historical developments and social theories to current communities, institutions and global challenges. Students are encouraged to understand ideas within their original contexts while considering how those ideas affect citizenship, identity, economics and society today. This balanced approach develops cultural literacy, research ability, critical thinking, communication and informed decision-making.
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual, Communicative approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy balances explicit language instruction with meaningful communication. French, Arabic and Mandarin courses develop listening, speaking, reading and writing. Teachers introduce pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and sentence structures through modelling, guided practice and repetition, then apply them through conversations, role-play, presentations, authentic texts and cultural activities. Live instruction and LMS resources provide audio, video, reading and interactive practice, while regular feedback supports individual progress. Assessment includes oral communication, listening comprehension, reading responses, writing tasks, quizzes and projects. French is required through Grade 9, while advanced French and other language courses remain available for students wishing to continue through the senior grades.
Language instruction offered in:
Subject Offered Chinese-Cantonese Chinese-Mandarin French German Greek Italian Japanese Hebrew Latin Russian Spanish ESL Fine Arts
Fine Arts approach at Flexi Academy: Equal Balance
Flexi Academy has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive, Creative approach).
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Subject Offered Acting Dance Drama/Theatre Graphic Design Music Visual Arts Visual studio philosophy:
Expressive Disciplined What Flexi Academy says:
Flexi Academy balances art appreciation with active studio practice. Students examine artworks from different periods, cultures and artistic traditions while learning to discuss their purpose, context and visual qualities. Studio instruction develops understanding of line, shape, form, colour, texture, space, composition and the principles of design. Teachers explicitly demonstrate techniques and the responsible use of materials, then guide students through planning, experimentation, creation, revision and reflection. Projects allow personal expression while maintaining clear learning goals and technical expectations. TVO Learn and LMS resources provide visual references, demonstrations, artist studies and contextual materials. Students document their creative process through sketches, finished pieces, presentations and portfolio reflections. The program develops visual literacy, craftsmanship, creative thinking and the ability to communicate ideas through art.
Computers and Technology
Computers and Technology approach at Flexi Academy: Heavy integration
Flexi Academy has a Heavy integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration, Medium integration approach).
[Show: About Heavy integration?]What Flexi Academy says:
Technology is embedded throughout Flexi Academy’s teaching, learning, assessment and communication. Through the integrated LMS and Flexi Ecosystem, students access live classes, course resources, calendars and assessments; submit work; receive feedback; monitor progress; and maintain e-portfolios. Teachers use the system to record attendance and results, analyse learning progress and arrange timely interventions. Across subjects, students research, collaborate and create presentations, videos, diagrams, spreadsheets, reports and other digital products. Simulations and subject-specific tools support mathematics, science and applied learning. AI-supported analysis provides teachers with additional insight, while teachers retain responsibility for academic decisions and student support. Computer-focused enrichment includes Coding 2, 4 and 7 and STEM Connect 2, 4 and 7. Students also develop digital citizenship, source-evaluation, privacy, online safety and responsible technology-use skills. Technology is selected purposefully to improve learning rather than used for its own sake.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Computer science Robotics Web design Physical Education
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Language
Learn about Flexi Academy's languages of instruction and enrolment.
Flexi Academy offers English as the primary language of instruction.
Language of enrolment include: English
Online Learning
Flexi Academy's online learning approach and offerings. Learn about this school's online programs and courses offered, its course formats, and its teaching and learning approaches.
Flexi Academy operates as an online school.
What Flexi Academy says about their course flexibility:
Flexi Academy offers rolling registration for most online courses, so students are not limited to one annual intake. Learners may take an individual credit or multiple courses according to their academic plan, prerequisites and capacity. There is no common fixed completion date; instead, a recommended schedule is established and progress is monitored through the LMS. Pacing may be adjusted for individual circumstances, but students must participate regularly, meet agreed milestones, complete the required learning and demonstrate all Ontario curriculum expectations. Teachers follow up when progress slows and may establish intervention deadlines. Graduation-related courses are planned around transcript, prerequisite, literacy, community-involvement and postsecondary-application requirements. Flexibility means adaptable access and pacing—not reduced workload, assessment or academic standards.
Course format
| Type | Offered |
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| Distance | |
| Asynchronous | |
| Synchronous |
What Flexi Academy says about their course format:
Asynchronous: Students access structured lessons, readings, recorded materials, assignments and assessments through the LMS according to flexible schedules. They work toward agreed milestones and receive teacher feedback, progress monitoring, messaging and scheduled check-ins. Asynchronous learning complements live instruction and is not unsupported independent study.
Synchronous: Students participate in scheduled live online classes with qualified teachers. Sessions include direct instruction, questioning, discussion, collaborative activities, guided practice, presentations and immediate feedback. Attendance and participation are monitored, while LMS resources and asynchronous activities extend learning before and after live sessions.
Academic support and services
| Type | Offered |
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| Dedicated teacher per course | |
| Exam proctoring | |
| Student progress tracker | |
| Regular office hours | |
| Additional support | |
| Study groups | |
| Special needs support |
What Flexi Academy says about their academic support and services:
Dedicated teacher per course: Each course is assigned to a subject-qualified teacher who delivers instruction, assesses work, provides feedback, monitors progress and supports completion of Ontario curriculum expectations. Instructional leaders and Professional Learning Teams support consistency and quality across courses.
Exam proctoring: Examinations and selected tests are scheduled and supervised according to school procedures. Student identity is verified, permitted materials are communicated beforehand and academic-integrity requirements are enforced. Approved accommodations are applied where appropriate.
Student progress tracker: The LMS centralizes attendance, assignment completion, grades, assessment results, teacher feedback, course progress and interventions. Teachers review this information regularly, communicate concerns and establish targeted support when progress falls below agreed milestones.
Regular office hours: Teachers maintain scheduled availability outside live classes for questions, clarification, feedback and progress discussions. Students may request individual or small-group meetings and communicate through the LMS. More complex concerns are referred to academic leaders.
Additional support: When learning gaps are identified, teachers provide additional explanations, differentiated resources, targeted practice, individual or small-group sessions and monitored improvement plans. Support is connected to clear goals and reviewed until the student can progress confidently.
Study groups: Teacher-guided online study groups may be organized by course, topic or identified learning need. Students review concepts, solve problems, discuss readings, prepare for assessments and learn collaboratively while receiving appropriate teacher guidance.
Special needs support: Documented learning needs are considered during admission and course planning. Available supports may include adjusted pacing, extended time, accessible digital resources, segmented instructions, alternative demonstration formats and regular check-ins. Arrangements depend on individual needs and available school resources while preserving Ontario curriculum expectations.
Curriculum Pace
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What Flexi Academy says about their curriculum pace:
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Flexible pacing style
| Type | 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 |
What Flexi Academy says about their flexible pacing:
Flexi Academy combines teacher-led online learning with guided independent study and differentiated instruction. Students progress within defined Ontario course timelines, while pacing, resources, feedback and intervention are adjusted according to readiness and demonstrated mastery. Flexibility supports individual needs without changing curriculum expectations or assessment standards.
Academic Culture
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What Flexi Academy says about their academic culture:
Flexi Academy maintains clear Ontario curriculum expectations and high standards, but its academic culture centres on progress, mastery and individual growth rather than competition. Students are expected to attend classes, meet deadlines, participate actively, respond to feedback and demonstrate learning through assessments, projects and e-portfolios. The LMS supports continuous monitoring, early identification of learning gaps and timely intervention. Teachers provide individualized or small-group support and adjust pacing and resources when appropriate. High achievement is encouraged, while mistakes are treated as evidence for improvement. Students progressively develop independence, responsibility and Ontario Learning Skills and Work Habits. Support is always paired with accountability: flexibility does not remove course expectations, assessment standards, academic-integrity requirements or graduation responsibilities.
Developmental priorities
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Primary Developmental Priority: Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
Secondary Developmental Priority: Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
What Flexi Academy says about their developmental priorities:
Flexi Academy aims to shape curious, knowledgeable and principled young people who think independently and use learning to benefit others. Students learn to question thoughtfully, evaluate evidence, solve problems, communicate clearly and apply knowledge creatively. They are encouraged to understand different perspectives, collaborate respectfully and act with empathy, integrity and social responsibility. Through personalized learning, feedback, reflection, projects, e-portfolios and community engagement, students develop confidence, resilience, initiative, organization and self-regulation. We want graduates who are prepared for university and future careers, but whose ambitions extend beyond personal achievement: adaptable lifelong learners capable of making sound decisions, building constructive relationships and contributing positively to their local communities and an interconnected world.
Special needs support
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A - Forms of Support
Accommodation:
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B - Environments
Resource Assistance:
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Full-Time Class:
Special NeedNeed
Forms of SupportA
EnvironmentsB
ADHD
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Learning disabilitiesDyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)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.Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.DyscalculiaThis 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.DysgraphiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.Language Processing DisorderThis 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.Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)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.Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor DeficitA 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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DevelopmentalAutismRefers 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).Asperger's SyndromeOn 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.Down syndromehis is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.Intellectual disabilityThis 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).Williams syndromeThis is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.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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Behavioral and EmotionalTroubled behaviour / troubled teensroubled 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.Clinical DepressionThis 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.Clinical anxietyThis 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.Suicidal thoughtsThis involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.Drug and alcohol abuseThis involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.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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PhysicalMultiple sclerosisThis 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.Cerebral palsyhis 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.Muscular dystrophyMuscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.Spina BifidaThis 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.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.BlindnessVisual 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."DeafnessHearing 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).Cystic FibrosisCystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.Multiple physicalAccommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Academic support
| Type | Offered |
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| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Mild but clinically diagnosed learning disabilities
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
Additional support
| Type | Offered |
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| Social skills programs | |
| Occupational therapy | |
| Psychotherapy | |
| Speech-language therapy |
Gifted learner support
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Curriculum Delivery: Acceleration and enrichment
There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.
In-class adaptations
| 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) |
What Flexi Academy says about their gifted learner support:
Flexi Academy does not operate a separate gifted stream. Students demonstrating advanced readiness receive individualized enrichment, deeper inquiry tasks, project-based extensions, guided independent study and flexible online learning opportunities. Teachers monitor progress through the LMS and provide regular feedback to maintain an appropriate level of challenge. Enrichment preserves Ontario curriculum expectations while allowing students to explore greater depth, complexity and independence.
Homework Policy
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Nightly homework
In grade Gr. 12, Flexi Academy students perform an average of 45 mins of homework per night.
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| Flexi Academy | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins |
| Site Average | 16 mins | 19 mins | 26 mins | 31 mins | 37 mins | 44 mins | 56 mins | 60 mins | 75 mins | 84 mins | 100 mins | 107 mins |
This school frequently "flips the classroom": asks students to learn material at home and do the "homework" in-class (with teacher support).
What Flexi Academy says about their flipped classroom policy:
Students review explanations, readings, videos and preparatory activities through the LMS before live sessions. Class time then emphasizes questioning, discussion, practice, collaboration, application and targeted support. Preparation is monitored, while teachers adapt activities to students’ demonstrated needs.
Report Card Policy
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How assessments are delivered across the grades
| Type | Grades |
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| Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
| Prose (narrative)-based feedback | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
| Habits and behaviour reporting | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
| Parent-teacher meetings | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
