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Go to child profileGlenOak's mission is to provide an education as EXTRAORDINARY as your child! We provide customized and creative educational programming in a small school setting, both online and in-person, where students benefit from our low student-teacher ratios and dedicated teaching team. We "start with heart" at GlenOak, building meaningful relationships with our students. We pride ourselves on an outside-the-box and progressive approach to teaching and learning with a focus on student success. Connect with us to learn more!
What learning looks like now: GlenOak takes the health and safety of its school community very seriously, and this is especially true during these unprecedented times. This year, we have implemented our Blended Learning Program, which sees students online, learning from home on Mondays, and in school Tuesdays through Fridays. We have reduced our class sizes to 6±1 to create classroom "Learning Pods". Each Learning Pod has a dedicated entry/exit door, dedicated washrooms, and we have cohorted our students as an additional safety measure. In terms of safety protocols, we have implemented the following: • Mandatory masking for students from Kindergarten through Grade 8 • Mandatory medical-grade masks and face shields for all school staff • Touchless hand sanitizing stations throughout the school • Increased cleaning and sanitizing throughout the school day • Regular use of an environmentally friendly, sanitizing fogger in all areas of the school throughout the day • Daily health screening via our online COVID app (aligned with the Ministry's current COVID screening) • Daily temperature checks and student check-in at our Health Station upon arrival • Physical distancing of staff and students inside and outside the school We have also implemented an Outdoor Classroom, comprised of folding picnic tables and umbrellas, which students use during the nice weather. Our clearly marked Activity Zones, ensure students are physically distanced while enjoying our outdoor space.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | SK - Gr. 8 | In-person | Full-time |
Day | SK - Gr. 8 | In-person | Part-time |
eSchool | Gr. 1 - Gr. 8 | Online | Full-time |
eSchool | Gr. 1 - Gr. 8 | Online | Part-time |
GlenOak Campus
Outdoor Classroom
COVID-Ready Classrooms
Pre-COVID Classroom
Hands-On Science
Learning Garden
School Office
Math in the Kitchen
One of the greatest things you can ever hear an educator say is this: “We’re all here together. To help one another. That’s what it’s about.” That’s a quote from Susan Goode, principal and founder of GlenOak Academy. She was speaking about the range of learning exceptionalities that students have, from those who are currently achieving below grade level, those above, and those in between. If there is a core concept to the GlenOak program, it’s precisely that: kids learn differently, at different rates, and the reasons are as varied and as personal as the students themselves. Here, they all participate together, in small class settings, with instructors adapting to meet the needs of each student. It’s less about IEPs, and more just about that all children need support, and that learning begins when they are able to feel good about themselves, their abilities, and the relationships they share with others within the learning environment. It’s true that many students—not all—arrive here having felt at sea elsewhere, having exhausted other options, and looking for a solution. Parents regularly report on the welcoming nature of the environment, and appreciate a close, casual relationship with the administration. The programs are inclusive, and build learning and interpersonal skills along with a mastery of the curriculum. There are part-time and full-time options, and staff is positioned to work closely with families to make sure that all needs are being met. For many, if not all, the experience of GlenOak is transformational, helping learners achieve in ways that they were unable to in other academic settings.
Focus |
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Academic |
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 |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
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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 |
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 |
Students remain in a regular classroom for most of the day, but are pulled out for extra support from a qualified special education teacher.
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, GlenOak Academy students perform an average of 1 hour of homework per night.
SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
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GlenOak Academy | 0 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 60 mins | 60 mins |
Site Average | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins | 29 mins | 34 mins | 40 mins | 51 mins | 56 mins |
This school frequently "flips the classroom": asks students to learn material at home and do the "homework" in-class (with teacher support).
Lettered or numbered grades | SK to Gr. 8 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | SK to Gr. 8 |
Parent-teacher meetings | SK to Gr. 8 |
Competitive sports: N/A
Recreational sports: 4
GlenOak Academy offers 16 clubs and extracurricular programs.
SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
eSchool | $23,500 | ||||||||
Day | $19,500 | $37,000 |
Discounts
Discount Type | Enrolment Type | Amount |
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2nd child (sibling) | Day | $500 |
Grade range that need-based aid is offered: | SK to 8 |
Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid | 15% |
Average aid package size | $1,500 |
Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid | 15% |
Total aid available | $10,000 |
Those interested in being considered for one of GlenOak's bursaries are invited to complete our Bursary Application Form.
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | SK to Gr. 8 | Coed | Day | 40 |
Group 2 | Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 | Coed | eSchool | 5 |
Total enrolment | 45 |
Average class size | 6 to 12 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 2.5% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 10 |
SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
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Day Enrollment | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | JK - 8 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | ||
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: N/A
Registration fee: $1,500
Deposit:
N/A
We have a three step process to admissions.
1. Book a Tour
Contact our school and book a tour! It’s important that you understand our school philosophy and our approach to teaching and learning. This visit will entail a thorough tour of our school and discussion of school programming, as well as a conversation with the principal regarding your child.
2. Schedule a Visit
Assuming you see a good fit for your child at GlenOak (and we know you likely will!), then the next step is to book a school visit for your child. Depending on your child’s age and learning needs, we may recommend one full day visit, or two half day visits. All visits are independent, and will provide us with an opportunity to engage with your child and further assess their suitability for GlenOak programming.
NB. At times, it may be necessary to have a gradual transition where parents are present for an initial visit. In such instances, we will request your child attend a subsequent one day visit (or two half day visits) independently.
3. Provide Supporting Documentation
Submission of supporting documentation is important to understanding your child and any specific learning needs, if applicable. As such, we will require copies of your child’s report cards, IEP (if applicable), and copies of any assessments by relevant health care providers (if applicable). In this way, we are best able to ensure your child is set up for success at GlenOak, and we are in a position to proactively support their educational and socio-emotional needs.
Upon admission to GlenOak, a registration package will be sent to you for completion, as well as our policies pertaining to registration and withdrawals.
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 | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ESchool Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Welcome students, parents, and staff to GlenOak’s FIFTH year in operation. What an incredible achievement!
The past four years have been ones of growth, transformation, and indeed, an ongoing and creative response to the challenges presented by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Certainly, I’m proud of our accomplishments, our resilience in the face of change and challenge, and our collective commitment to providing educational opportunities that are creative, responsive, and grounded in best practices in teaching and learning.
As we step into our fifth year as a school, GlenOak continues to promote an inclusive learning environment that goes beyond the four walls of the classroom and one which aims to serve the whole child. Our school community is built on the understanding that learning can happen anywhere, and indeed needs to extend beyond the four walls of the classroom.
This year, we celebrate programming at two campuses -- one in Mississauga and one in Sault Ste Marie -- where students are connected through programming and shared experiences, and a philosophy of education that centres around community, caring, and connection. I am truly humbled by the talented educators who have joined our team, the warmth, care and contributions of our families, and most importantly, the students who are at the centre of what we do as an educational team.
We have a bright future ahead, and I am always truly grateful to have this opportunity to be of service to this wonderful, growing school community. Here’s to another fabulous year!
May 17, 2022
New Programming for 2022/2023
Registration for 2022/2023 is NOW ON, and we're excited to offer new programming through our community partners!
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