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Go to child profileAt KCS, students develop the habits that matter most for success in life. Through our distinct Four Doors to Learning Program, our students explore and grow as learners, artists, athletes, and citizen leaders. Both at school and in the community, every student is challenged to examine all aspects of school life, to take responsible risks and uncover a wealth of talents, interests, and passions throughout their journey.
What learning looks like now: KCS included a number of practices to minimize the risk of COVID-19. Included in these are small cohorts, PPE, hand-washing, screening protocols, heightened cleaning protocols, and enhanced ventilation. In addition, KCS hired a school nurse to support the medical oversight of student and staff health, and to oversee compliance with public health directives. Inter-school athletics, field trips, indoor physical education classes, in-school band program, and before- and after-school care programs were modified due to pandemic restrictions. Live streaming and an At-Home Learning Program were added to support student learning.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | JK - Gr. 9 | Hybrid/blended | Full-time |
What Kingsway College School says: In the current (2021/22) school year, KCS offers both in-school and at-home learning. All classes are split into cohorts of no more than 15 students. In-school learning takes place five days a week and live streaming of classes is available for any students who need to join from home.
View recent COVID-19 updates from Kingsway College SchoolAn art studio for students in Grade 1 to 8 and an atelier studio for the early learning program
SK students explore the Learning Garden
Neil deGrasse Tyson has said, "imagine how different the world would be, if, in fact, that were 'reading, writing, arithmetic, empathy.'" Kingsway College School poses the same question, and has worked to augment a strong academic program with a cross-curricular attention to values. It can risk sounding a bit grand, as when Derek Logan, the head of school, notes that a goal is to teach students to "lead with vision and humility." These are little kids, after all, given that the program ends at Grade 8. Nonetheless, the attention to values, and providing opportunities for social development, in addition to a sense of mastery with core skills, is a strength of the school. The ideal student is one who is able to thrive in an active, academically challenging environment.
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Academic |
DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
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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 |
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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 |
Kingsway College School offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or 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 |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
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Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)
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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. 10, Kingsway College School students perform an average of 1.5 hours of homework per night.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
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Kingsway College School | 0 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 60 mins | 90 mins | 90 mins | 90 mins |
Site Average | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins | 29 mins | 34 mins | 39 mins | 51 mins | 55 mins | 69 mins | 80 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 4 to Gr. 10 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | JK to Gr. 10 |
Academic achievement reporting | JK to Gr. 10 |
Habits and behaviour reporting | JK to Gr. 10 |
Parent-teacher meetings | Preschool to Gr. 10 |
Competitive sports: 10
Recreational sports: 5
Kingsway College School offers 25 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
Day | $26,740 | $30,280 |
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | JK to Gr. 12 | Coed | Day | 400 |
Group 2 | Gr. 9 to Gr. 10 | Coed | Day | 80 |
Total enrolment | 480 |
Average class size | 20 to 22 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | N/A |
Number of different nationalities within student population | N/A |
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
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Day Enrollment | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 42 | 66 | 66 |
Class Size | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | JK - 10 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | JK - 10 | |
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: $125
Registration fee: $5,000
Deposit:
$5,000
If you wish to receive an application, please navigate to the Admissions portion of our website at kcs.on.ca/admissions/apply-to-kcs then complete and submit the Online Inquiry form.
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 | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
It is said that learning is an end in itself. That may be. Our belief is that learning is inextricably a part of life. Strangely, this belief makes us different from other schools. Our faith in this idea makes Kingsway College School a place of joy, respect, fulfillment and... superior individual development.
The children who graduate from Kingsway College School leave knowing what matters in life. They know how to lead with vision and humility. Though they may go on to excel in specialized areas, they have the advantage of beginning as generalists. They have avid appetites for life’s experiences. And, they have the surety to dive into their future comfortable in themselves and their abilities. Our children (your children!) are ethical, responsible, concerned. They are exceptionally sound of mind, body and spirit.
One hundred percent of KCS students graduate with more than sufficient academic standing to go on to the schools of their hearts’ desire.
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When is the application deadline for Kingsway College School?
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 Kingsway College School?
The overall acceptance rate at Kingsway College School is 100%. This rate varies depending on the grade. More details about acceptance rates per grade are here.
What is the curriculum pace at Kingsway College School?
Kingsway College School has a Standard-enriched approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Accelerated or Student-paced). Learn more about curriculum pace here.
How many students attend Kingsway College School?
There are 400 students enrolled at Kingsway College School from JK to Gr. 12. More details about enrollment are available here.
Do students at Kingsway College School wear uniforms?
Yes
Does Kingsway College School offer a hot lunch program?
Yes
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