Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada

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  • Curriculum: Traditional, International Baccalaureate
    • Mathematics: Equal Balance
    • Science: Equal Balance
    • Literature: Equal Balance
    • Humanities and Social Sciences : Equal Balance
    • Foreign Languages: Equal Balance
    • Fine Arts: Equal Balance
    • Computers and Technology: Heavy integration
    • Physical Education:
    • Advanced Placement courses:
    • Sex and health education: British Columbia curriculum
  • Curriculum Pace: Standard-enriched
  • Academic Culture: Supportive
  • Developmental priorities: Intellectual
  • Special needs support: Indirect Support
  • Gifted learner support: Dedicated class; in-class adaptations
  • Language: English
  • Homework Policy:
  • Report Card Policy:

  
  

  • Curriculum Traditional, International Baccalaureate
    [Show definition of Curriculum]

    Central to your child's school experience is the underlying curriculum taught in the classroom. "Curriculum" refers to both what is taught and how it's taught. When considering the different curricula outlined in the next few pages, keep in mind that few schools fall neatly into one category or another. Most schools' curricula comprise a blend of best practices drawn from multiple curriculum types. Having said that, most schools do have a general overall curriculum type. These are identified for each school on OurKids.net.

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    Curriculum approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Traditional, International Baccalaureate

    Maple Leaf World Schools has a Traditional, International Baccalaureate approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Liberal Arts, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).

    [Show: About Traditional, International Baccalaureate?]

    Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.

    Curriculum at schools on OurKids.net

      Traditional - 15%
      Liberal arts - 17%
      Progressive - 17%
      Montessori - 17%
      Reggio Emilia - 17%
      Waldorf - 17%
    

    Maple Leaf World Schools has a International Baccalaureate approach to secondary curriculum.

    Some private schools offer International Baccalaureate (IB) programming. The "Diploma Programme" is offered to students in the final two years of high school, while the "Primary Years Programme" (ages 3 to 12) and "Middle Years Programme" (ages 11 to 16) serve as preparation for the diploma program.

    What Maple Leaf World Schools says: Maple Leaf World School - Kwantlen Polytechnic University (MLWS-KPU) is certified by the British Columbia Ministry of Education and Cognia. The school delivers the BC provincial senior high school program for students in grades 10-12. Through its Advance Start Program, the school also offers dual credit opportunities in partnership with the University. This program allows grade 11 and 12 students to enroll in one university course each semester. Upon successful course completion, students receive both university and high school transcript credits.

    International Baccalaureate offered:

    Program	offered
    Primary Years
    Middle Years
    Diploma program
    Career-related program

    Approach:

    Focus
    Science and technology

    Pedagogies and subject courses:

    • Mathematics Equal Balance
      Mathematics approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math , Discovery Math approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.

      Mathematics at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Traditional math - 34%
        Discovery math - 33%
      

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

      Textbooks and supplementary materials: This information is not currently available.

      Calculator policy: This information is not currently available.

    • Science Equal Balance
      Science approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Science (as opposed to Expository , Inquiry approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.

      Science at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Expository - 34%
        Inquiry - 33%
      

      Teaching approach: This information is not currently available.

      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 Equal Balance
      Literature approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional , Social Justice approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These literature programs draw in equal measure from “Traditional” and “Social Justice” programs.

      Literature at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Traditional - 34%
        Social justice - 33%
      

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

    • Humanities and Social Sciences Equal Balance
      Humanities and Social Sciences approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism , Pragmatism approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs represent an equal balance between the perennialist and pragmatic approach to teaching the humanities and social sciences.

      Humanities and Social Sciences at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Perennialism - 34%
        Pragmatism - 33%
      

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

    • Foreign Languages Equal Balance
      Foreign Languages approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual , Communicative approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs feature an equal blend of the audio-lingual and communicative styles of language instruction.

      Foreign Languages at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Audio-lingual - 34%
        Communicative - 33%
      

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: MLWS offers Mandarin Language course opportunities

    • Fine Arts Equal Balance
      Fine Arts approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Equal Balance

      Maple Leaf World Schools has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive , Creative approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.

      Fine Arts at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Receptive - 34%
        Creative - 33%
      

      Program offers:

      Subject	offered
      Acting
      Dance
      Drama/Theatre
      Graphic Design
      Music
      Visual Arts

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

    • Computers and Technology Heavy integration
      Computers and Technology approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Heavy integration

      Maple Leaf World Schools has a Heavy integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration , Medium integration approach).

      [Show: About Heavy integration?]

      A major effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy throughout the curriculum and in everything students do. Digital literacy is understood to be a fundamental skill in the 21st century: it therefore follows, the idea goes, that teachers should find ways to connect every lesson back to technology. Effort is made to ensure the use of technology is meaningful and advances students’ skills beyond what they would otherwise be from using computers outside the classroom.

      Computers and Technology at schools on OurKids.net

        Heavy integration - 33%
        Light integration - 34%
        Medium integration - 33%
      

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

      Program covers:

      Subject	offered
      Computer science
      Robotics
      Web design

    • Physical Education

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: Understanding our strengths, weaknesses, and personal preferences helps us plan and achieve our goals. Personal fitness can be maintained and improved through regular participation in physical activities.

    • Advanced Placement courses
      This information is not currently available.
    • Sex and health education British Columbia curriculum
      Sex and health education approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: British Columbia curriculum

      Maple Leaf World Schools has a British Columbia curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Does not follow prrovincialcurriculum approach).

      [Show: About British Columbia curriculum?]

      The structure, pacing, focus, and tone of the sex education curriculum reflects that of the provincial one, taught in public schools.

      Sex and health education at schools on OurKids.net

        Follows provincial curriculum - 50%
        Does not follow prrovincial curriculum - 50%
      

      Approach to sex and health education: Mostly value-neutral

      Maple Leaf World Schools has a approach Mostly value-neutral (as opposed to Fairly value-based approach).

      [Show: About Mostly value-neutral?]

      By and large, students are taught about sex free of any particular moral or ethical standpoint. The school doesn't impose any particular values or value systems (such as social, political, or ideological values) on students when teaching sex and related issues.

      What Maple Leaf World Schools says: This information is not currently available.

    
    

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    • Mathematics

    • Science

    • Literature

    • Humanities and Social Sciences

    • Foreign Languages

    • Fine Arts

    • Computers and Technology

    • Physical Education

    • Advanced Placement courses

    • Sex and health education
  • Curriculum Pace Standard-enriched
    [Show definition of Curriculum Pace]

    This refers to the rate at which students move through the curriculum (e.g., topics, textbook material, skills, etc.). Curriculum pace is often defined in comparison to provincial standards.

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    Curriculum Pace approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Standard-enriched

    Maple Leaf World Schools has a Standard-enriched approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Accelerated, Student-paced approach).

    [Show: About Standard-enriched?]

    Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.

    Curriculum Pace at schools on OurKids.net

      Standard-enriched - 34%
      Accelerated - 33%
      Student-paced - 33%
    

    What Maple Leaf World Schools says: Our Advanced Start Program offers authentic university-level learning opportunities within a wide variety of subject areas. Upon successful course completion, students receive both university transcript credit and high school transcript credit.

    Flexible pacing style

    Flexible pacing style	offered
    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 Maple Leaf World Schools says about flexible pacing: At MLWS, teachers endeavor to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. There is a strong understanding that students differ in their approaches to learning and individuals excel when learning experiences are meaningful.

  • Academic Culture Supportive
    [Show definition of Academic Culture]

    Through the collective mindset of teachers, administrators, students, and parents, each school develops and maintains its own academic culture. This generally relates to the norms and expectations created around academic performance. Many parents look to private schools because they want a specific type of culture. Some want a rigorous environment that will elevate their child to new heights. Others want a nurturing environment that will help their child develop a passion for learning.

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    Academic Culture approach at Maple Leaf World Schools: Supportive

    Maple Leaf World Schools has a Supportive approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Rigorous approach).

    [Show: About Supportive?]

    A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

    Academic Culture at schools on OurKids.net

      Supportive - 50%
      Rigorous - 50%
    

    What Maple Leaf World Schools says: MLWS understands and uses both formal and informal assessment strategies are needed to support learning and academic performance. As a university preparatory school, MLWS encourages students to set clear academic goals to work towards.

  • Developmental priorities Intellectual
    [Show definition of Developmental priorities]

    Schools have specific goals regarding how they want their educate and develop their students. This is part of a school's overall philosophy or vision, which is contained in its mission statement. While they tend have several developmental aims, schools tend to priortize certain aims, such as intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional, or physical development.

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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 Maple Leaf World Schools says: MLWS aims to shape our students into the global leaders of tomorrow. By offering a strong academic program while fostering the well being of our students, graduates are well equipped with the skills and knowledge for success within their chosen university pathway.

  • Special needs support Indirect Support
    [Show definition of Special needs support]

    Schools offer a wide range of approaches and services to support students with special needs. This may include individualized learning, one-on-one support, small classes, resource rooms, and learning aids. These supports may be provided in a number of different environments such as a dedicated special needs school or class, an integrated class, a withdrawal class, or a regular class with resource support or in-class adaptations.

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    Maple Leaf World Schools offers Indirect Support

    Students remain in a regular classroom for the whole day; the teacher receives special training in accommodating special needs and/or learning disabled students.

    What Maple Leaf World Schools says about their special need support: We offer small class sizes and after school tutorial support for individuals experiencing learning difficulties. We encourage prospective families to discuss required learning supports directly with the principal.

    Academic Support:

    Subject Type	offered
    Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation
    Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties

    Mild but clinically diagnosed ADHD:

    Subject Type	offered
    Accommodations
    Modifications
    Extra support

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    A - Forms of Support

    Accommodation:

    Modification:

    Remediation:

    B - Environments

    Indirect Support:

    Resource Assistance:

    Withdrawal Assistance:

    Partial Integration:

    Full-Time Class:

    
    

    Special NeedNeed

    Forms of SupportA

    EnvironmentsB

    ADHD

    • Learning disabilities
      Dyslexia (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.

      Dyscalculia

      This 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.

      Dysgraphia

      This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.

      Language Processing Disorder

      This 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 Deficit

      A 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.
    • Developmental
      Autism

      Refers 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 Syndrome

      On 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 syndrome

      his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.

      Intellectual disability

      This 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 syndrome

      This 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.
    • Behavioral and Emotional
      Troubled behaviour / troubled teens

      roubled 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 Depression

      This 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 anxiety

      This 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 thoughts

      This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.

      Drug and alcohol abuse

      This 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.
    • Physical
      Multiple sclerosis

      This 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 palsy

      his 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 dystrophy

      Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.

      Spina Bifida

      This 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.

      Blindness

      Visual 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."

      Deafness

      Hearing 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 Fibrosis

      Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.

      Multiple physical

      Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.

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  • Gifted learner support Dedicated class; in-class adaptations
    [Show definition of Gifted learner support]

    Schools support students with gifted or advanced learning abilities in a several ways. Whether they offer a full-time gifted program or part-time support, they normally provide some form of accelerated learning (delivering content at a faster pace) or enrichment (covering content more broadly or deeply). Many schools also offer a wide range of in-class adaptations to support advanced learners, such as guided independent studies, project-based learning, and career exploration.

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    Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)

    In-class adaptations:

    Program	offered
    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 Maple Leaf World Schools says: Through the school's Advanced Start Program, gifted learners are permitted to enroll in university classes during their grade 11 and 12 school years. This accelerated learning opportunity allows students to finish high school with a university transcript showcasing up to 4 completed first-year university courses.

  • Language English
    Maple Leaf World Schools offers English as the primary language of instruction.

    Language of enrollment include: English, Mandarin
  • Homework Policy
    [Show definition of Homework Policy]

    Homework is work that's assigned to students for completion outside of regular class time. There's a long-standing debate over homework. Should homework be assigned to school-age children? If so, in what grades? And how much homework should be assigned? In selecting the right school for your child, it's important to look closely at a school's homework policy.

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    In grade Gr. 12, Maple Leaf World Schools students perform an average of 2 hours of homework per night.

    Nightly Homework

    	10	11	12
    Maple Leaf World Schools	60 mins	90 mins	120 mins
    Site Average	80 mins	98 mins	107 mins

    What Maple Leaf World Schools says about their flipped classroom policy: This information is not currently available.

  • Report Card Policy
    [Show definition of Report Card Policy]

    While all schools measure individual progress and achievement in students, they have different ways of doing this. For instance, many traditional schools gauge progress through report cards, which give students lettered or numbered grades. Other schools, meanwhile, measure progress in other ways, either in addition to or instead of giving grades. For instance, they may offer prose-based feedback (i.e, comments), academic achievement reporting, habits and behaviour reporting, and parent-teacher meetings. In choosing the right school for your child, take a close look at its policy for measuring the individual progress of students.

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    How assessments are delivered across the grades:

    Lettered or numbered grades

    Gr. 10 to Gr. 12

• Extracurriculars

  [Show definition of Extracurriculars]

  While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.

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  What Maple Leaf World Schools says:

  • Robotics Club
  • Art and Design Club
  • Weekend Activities - 16 organized events each year
  • Business Club
  • Foods club
  • Fitness Club
  • Basketball and Soccer Club

  Sports offered

  Competitive sports: N/A
  Recreational sports: 8

  Legend:     Competitive offered           Recreational offered

  all sports]

  • Archery
  • Curling
  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Cricket
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Cycling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Equestrian
  • Fencing
  • Field Hockey
  • Figure Skating
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Ice Hockey
  • Ice Skating
  • Lacrosse
  • Martial Arts
  • Mountain biking
  • Racquet Ball
  • Rowing
  • Rugby
  • Running
  • Sailing
  • Skateboarding
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
  • Weightlifting
  • Wrestling

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  Clubs offered

  Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada offers 14 clubs and extracurricular programs.

  Legend:     Clubs offered           Clubs not offered

  all clubs and programs]

    Foreign Language Club

    Habitat for Humanity

    Jazz Ensemble

    Math Club

    Musical theatre/Opera

    Ballet and Classical Ballet

    Online Magazine

    Outdoor Club

    Outdoor Education

    Paintball

    Photography

    Poetry/Literature club

    Radio club

    Robotics club

    Round Square

    School newspaper

    Science Club

    Scouting

    Student Council

    Yearbook

    Yoga

    Animation

    Art Club

    Astronomy Club

    Audiovisual Club

    Band

    Chess Club

    Choir

    Community Service

    Computer Club

    Dance Club

    Debate Club

    Drama Club

    Environmental Club

  
  

• Tuition & Financial Aid

  [Show definition of Tuition & Financial Aid]

  This can depend on a number of factors, including the type of school, living arrangements, what’s included in tuition, school location, resources, and facilities. Many private schools in Canada have tuition that ranges between $6,000 and $12,000 a year. While some schools, such as schools which provide room and board, can be more expensive, many of these schools provide ways to defray the costs of tuition. For instance, they may offer merit-based scholarships or needs-based financial aid (often referred to as “bursaries” or “subsidies”).

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  Day (Domestic) Day (International) Homestay (Domestic) Homestay (International)

   

  	10	11	12
  Day (Domestic)	$22,850
  Day (International)	$25,950
  Homestay (Domestic)	$34,850
  Homestay (International)	$37,950

  
  

  What Maple Leaf World Schools says about their tuition: Maple Leaf World Schools at Kwantlen Polytechnic Univesity offers tailored price packages to our domestic and international families. Fee categories include Tuition, Application, and Ancillary Fees. For students in need of accommodation, the school provides homestay opportunities with trusted families within our local community.

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  Discounts

  Discount Type	Enrolment Type	Amount
  Early payment	all students	$2,000
  2nd child (sibling)	all students	5%
  3rd child (sibling)	all students	5%
  4th child (sibling)	all students	5%

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  Need-based financial aid

  Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada does not offer need-based financial aid.

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  Merit based Scholarships

  • Principal's Merit ScholarshipAcademic
    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: 05/31/2021

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade 10 to 12—

    Qualifying applicants to Maple Leaf World Schools are eligible for a $1000 academic scholarship.  This merit-based scholarship is based on an applicant's two previous years of academic learning.   

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    Application Details:

    Applicants must submit their most recent two years of academic records for review.   

    For more details, visit:https://north-america.mapleleafschools.com/
    

• Enrollment

  [Show definition of enrolment]

  Private schools come in all shapes and sizes. Some larger schools have enrolment numbers in the thousands, while some smaller schools have only a few dozen students. Boarding schools tend to be on the larger side, while alternative schools, such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf, are normally smaller. Besides the overall size of school, there are other important facts you’ll want to know about a school’s enrolment. For instance, here you can learn about a school’s enrolment for separate streams (if they have them), such as day and boarding, its average class size, and its average enrolment per grade.

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  Enrolment Details:

  	Grades	Gender	Living Arrangement	Enrolment
  Group 1	Gr. 10 to Gr. 12	Coed	Boarding	35
  Group 2	Gr. 10 to Gr. 10	Coed	Day	35
  Group 3	Gr. 10 to Gr. 10	Coed	Day	35

  Additional Statistics:

  Total enrolment	105
  Average class size	10 to 20
  % of international students (total enrolment)	80%
  Number of different nationalities within student population	8
  Five-day boarding program offered	N/A

  Student Distribution:

  	10	11	12
  Day Enrollment	2	3	3
  Boarding Enrollment	N/A	N/A	N/A
  Class Size	12	15	18

• Admission

  [Show definition of Admission]

  Private schools in Canada have admissions policies. All schools have some required application materials, though these vary between schools. These may include letters of application, application fees, essays, and exams (such as the SSAT). Many schools also require interviews with prospective students, either with their parents, on their own, or both. Schools also have different standards and priorities when evaluating student applications, different acceptance rates (which may vary between grade levels), and target different kinds of students. To improve your child’s chances of acceptance, you should find out everything you can about a school’s admissions policies and how they assess applicants.

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  Admissions Requirements

  Assessment	Required	Grades
  Interview		10 - 12
  SSAT
  SSAT (out of province)
  Entrance Exam(s)
  Entrance Essay

  Day students: Rolling
  Boarding students: Rolling
  Offer mid-year entry: Yes

  Fees:

  Application fee: $300
  Registration fee: N/A
  Deposit: N/A

  What Maple Leaf World Schools says:

  Application Process:

  Step 1 – Learn about our Schools

  We encourage you to speak with our Admissions Team to discover what makes our school the right choice for you. They will be able to assist you in choosing which school destination may be the best option for your future studies. We encourage students to apply early due to limited space in our schools and the possible need to apply for a Canadian study permit.

  Step 2 – Application

  Applications can be made online or in person at our admissions office. Online application forms can be found on our website at Maple Leaf North America - Apply (mapleleafschools.com. You can also obtain hard copies from any of our admissions staff or certified agents. There is a $300 application fee. The application form must be signed by both the student and parent(s)/guardian(s).

  Step 3 – Admission

  Our admissions team will carefully review all submitted applications and documents. Once documents have been reviewed, the interview will be scheduled and if necessary, a written exam may also be organized. If the student is successful in their applications, they will be notified within three weeks of the interview.

  Step 4 – Acceptance and Payment

  While notified of their acceptance to our Maple Leaf World Schools, the student will also receive a Conditional Letter of Acceptance which will include details of the payment balance and deposit deadline. This will be sent via email. Once full payment of the tuition fee has been received by our office, the student will be issued an Official Letter of Acceptance via mail. Other essential forms including the custodian declaration form, accommodation, medical and registration will be provided via email. Payment of tuition and other fees can be completed through various options, including our Western-Union Payment Platform, bank transfers and cheque. An official receipt will be issued from Maple Leaf World Schools once payment has been received.

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  Acceptance

  Acceptance Rate: 75%

  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%.

  
  

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  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	10	11	12
  Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	20 - 25 (75%)
  Boarding Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	20 - 25 (75%)	15 - 20 (75%)	15 - 20 (75%)
  Homestay Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	20 - 25 (75%)	15 - 20 (75%)	15 - 20 (73%)

  Type of student Maple Leaf World Schools is looking for:
  There is no such thing as a "typical Maple Leaf Student". In our admissions process, we give careful, individual attention to each applicant. We seek to identify students who are motivated and will inspire those around them during their high school years and beyond.

• University Placement

  [Show definition of University Placement]

  Where graduates of a school do their post-secondary studies can be an important factor in choosing a private school. Do you want your child to go to a Canadian university, an Ivy league school in the US, or some other institute? Regardless of your inclinations, take a look at a school’s university placement record, and the services they offer to support university applications and decisions.

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  Key Numbers

  Average graduating class size	20
  Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation	100%

  Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada	25%
  Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK)	N/A

  Post-Secondary Schools Attended

  Kwantlen Polytechnic University											10%
  University of Alberta											10%
  University of British Columbia											10%
  University of Toronto											10%
  University of Sydney											10%

  % of Graduates

  
  

  • Canada 15 universities
    • King's University College at Western University
    • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
    • Lakehead University
    • McGill University
    • McMaster University
    • Queen's University
    • Simon Fraser University
    • Thompson River University
    • University of Alberta
    • University of British Columbia
    • University of Calgary
    • University of Ottawa
    • University of Toronto
    • University of Victoria
    • Wilfrid Laurier University
  • United States 1 university
    • University of California, Riverside
  • International 17 universities
    • Cardiff University
    • Imperial College London
    • Monash University
    • University College London
    • University of Birmingham
    • University of Dundee
    • University of Edinburgh
    • University of Leeds
    • University of Manchester
    • University of Melbourne
    • University of New South Wales
    • University of Queensland
    • University of Sheffield
    • University of South Australia
    • University of Sydney
    • University of Warwick
    • University of Western Australia

  
  

  Areas of Study

  • Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada
  • OurKids.net Site Average

  Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:

  This information is not currently available.

  Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:

    25% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
    25% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
    24% - Business/Commerce
    4% - Fine and Performing Arts
    14% - Applied Health Sciences
    2% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
    6% - Other
  

  
  

  Services Offered to Students

  Career planning
  Internships	N/A

  Mentorship Program	N/A
  University counseling

• Principal's Message

  Yvonne Chester, Ms

  B.A., B. Ed., M.Ed.

  Maple Leaf World School – KPU proudly welcomes your child to British Columbia, Canada. Our school is situated within Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Richmond campus and is surrounded by community centers, libraries, restaurants, and shopping malls. The city of Richmond has many amazing parks, trails, cycling routes, recreation centres, as well as Arts, Heritage, and Cultural facilities, which our students take the opportunity to explore during our weekend activity program. The school’s learning environment and facilities are outstanding and will provide for a safe and nurturing atmosphere for your child’s learning. Students have access to state-of-the-art university science lab facilities, a cafeteria and snack bar, the university library, as well the nearby Olympic Oval gym and exercise facility For academically gifted students, our University Advance Start program allows students to enroll in 1st-year university courses while completing their high school diploma. Our goal is to ensure that your child’s transition to Canada is both smooth and successful. On behalf of our entire faculty, we warmly welcome your family to Maple Leaf World School – KPU.

  

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• Frequently Asked Questions

  Does Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada have good reviews?
  You can read 2 reviews about Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada via this link.

  What schools do graduates go to?
  The five most popular colleges or universities graduates from Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada attend are: Kwantlen Polytechnic University, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, University of Sydney.

  When is the application deadline for Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada?
  The application deadline for day students is typically open year-round based on availability. The application deadline for boarding students is typically open year-round based on availability. More application details are available here.

  What is the acceptance rate at Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada?
  The overall acceptance rate at Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada is 75%. This rate varies depending on the grade. More details about acceptance rates per grade are here.

  What is the curriculum pace at Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada?
  Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada 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 Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada?
  There are 105 students enrolled at Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada from Gr. 10 to Gr. 12. 80% are international students. 35 are Boarding students. 70 are Day students. More details about enrollment are available here.

  Does Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada offer busing?
  Yes

  Do students at Maple Leaf World Schools - Canada wear uniforms?
  Yes