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Gr. 1 to Gr. 2 (current) — My son loves going to school since moving to March Academy. He is engaged and passionate about ... The school’s principal (who is also our son’s teacher) is an incredible person who is truly passionate about education and helping children on their unique path to growth. The culture of the school is one of acceptance, em... We could not be happier with the teaching at March Academy. This is a unique, truly special group of educators. The homeroom teachers are extremely experienced and skilled in individualizing education, and they are able to do ... Academics at March Academy are extremely high quality. Our son’s learning has skyrocketed over the past two years. We can tell this not only from the interesting, engaging assignments he brings home, but also from the way he... The school is very small, as are the class sizes. The culture is one of cooperation and mutual support across age groups and the kids learn so much from each other. There are no cliques or negative social patterns that sometim... We cannot recommend March Academy highly enough. It is a truly special gem of a school that makes such a difference in people’s lives.
Student life here provides great structure, enriching academic learning, a small calm... The school location is a bit of a challenge for us distance-wise because of where we live, but it is a worthwhile challenge given the quality of the school and the difference it has made in our son’s life.
The neighbourhood... The admissions process was informal and welcoming. It involved a video call with the principal and vice-principal (who are also teachers) in which I explained our son’s educational needs and what we were hoping to find in a ... |
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Gr. 3 (current) — My child is enjoying a number of things at March Academy. She loves her teacher and the fact th... The staff at March Academy are always welcoming and find the time to talk and address any issues I have had. Their knowledge is extensive regarding how students learn and with this, they are able to foster a positive experienc... First of all the teachers are well respected as highly knowledgeable and very passionate individuals at March Academy. They bring a wealth of knowledge both in the core subject material and in areas of music, yoga, martial art... March Academy anchors its students learning in meeting the students where they are academically and teaching them how to learn. They look at the student’s overall profile and determine the approach to use to support and deve... The student body at March Academy is cohesive and supportive. The small size allows for individual attention and small group activities. The students interact well and when there is an issue it is dealt with quickly and effect... School life for my child is very positive and in the past year has helped her with her overall growth as an individual. She comes home enthusiastic about what she has learned and she is encouraged to continue to practice thing... The school is located in an area where the students can take advantage of a variety of play areas. They can take advantage of fields, hockey and skating rinks, playground areas, and walking areas. Students regularly ventured a... |
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Gr. 2 to Gr. 3 (current), Gr. 2 to Gr. 3 (current) — Our twins love March Academy, particularly the amazing group of talented teachers, and the wide... At March Academy, there is a true “team approach” to leadership and administration, and teaching overall. We also appreciate the simple yet effective way that the Academy provides email updates and communication (nearly we... From our experience, the teachers at March Academy are second to none! Again due to the small class and school size, the teachers are generally leading certain age groups (eg Gr 1-3; Gr 4-6; Gr 7-8), but they also recognize th... After experiencing Gr 2-3 with March Academy, and thinking back to our own elementary school experiences from decades ago, there is simply no comparison in terms of the quality approach to academics and generating a love of le... March Academy is a family, and it appears that students of all ages and teachers really love it that way. For example, everyone joins together to kick off the week talking about their weekends and anything interesting in the n... As described in various other responses, school life at March Academy is like a family - a community where everyone contributes and is provided a broad depth of mental, physical, and emotional experiences. Our twins love atten... The location is great! It’s got its own dedicated space with beautiful features (like a clean creek to explore), yet it is so close to fun local parks (for skating, playgrounds etc.) and near a public school with a large tob... |
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Our son loves the variety of the activities at March: each student has an individual piano less... The teachers and administrator at March have kept us informed of our son’s progress in all aspects of his education and his participation in the school. They respond to our questions and concerns quickly, thoughtfully and th... Our son came to March after seeing different educational and medical professionals, who were uncertain why he was having difficulty learning; they were unable to make a diagnosis. The teachers at March have many years of exper... March is known for preparing students to be effective independent learners who can go on to succeed in the public school system after grade 6, regardless of the challenges they face in their learning. We believe that our son w... There are never more than 33 students from grade 1 to 6. There are more students in grades 4 to 6 and our son has enjoyed the other students, who have been welcoming and inclusive. Our son often tells us that the students are ... The overall quality of student life at March Academy is very good. It is a wonderful environment for all students, no matter what learning challenges they may be experiencing. Our son enjoys the school very much and often stat... The school is located on a beautiful, large piece of land that has a large grass area for the students' activities. It provides a wonderful outdoor space. the school is in a quiet residential neighbourhood in Kanata north. It ... |
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March Academy is the epitome of what schools should be. My son has flourished since he began a... Communications have been very smooth. I always feel informed and up to date. The e-mails are effective and let us know what is coming up in the schedule. All staff are very approachable. Questions are quickly responded to and... The teaching at March Academy is top notch! I wish every teacher in the various school boards could have the years of experience and the additional training that these ladies have. Specializing in Learning Resources provides... I absolutely believe March Academy is preparing my child for life's next steps. I am so grateful. The academic program is right on point with the priorities, being reading and math. They also keep the kids well-rounded by pr... Having a small student body grants a sense of community. There is little division as per grade; they are just one unit. The senior students help the junior ones. There is no intimidation or exclusion, everyone is always togeth... I highly recommend March Academy. I consider it a gift I am giving my child to be able to attend. It is giving him a leg up, I believe. It was difficult for him to leave his regular school but within two days he stopped comp... The school is a bit of an island, and I like it that way. Coming from the country, I was a bit concerned of how my bumpkin would adjust to a school within the city, but it is its own little paradise! The lush, HUGE, yard all... |
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Our eldest daughter completed JK-trough grade 1 in the public school system and it was painful ... Teachers go beyond the call of duty at March Academy and they are always available to parents. Great emphasis is placed on mutual respect and negative behaviours are addressed immediately so they don't escalate. The Principal ... The teachers at March Academy are truly passionate about the students. They go beyond their call of duty to ensure each kid learns at their own pace and within their own learning style. Since the attention kids receive is pers... Reading is a very important part of March Academy's program. Kids do DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) every day and we have noticed that this nurtures the love for reading in kids. Both of my kids enjoy reading at home and they... Another reason why we selected March Academy over other private schools in the Ottawa Area was because of the school size. The maximum number of students they accept every year is 32 because their main focus is to offer person... Both our kids enjoy going to March Academy as they both feel challenged, supported and more importantly they feel cared for. Our eldest has mentioned several times that she feels she matters there and this makes us feel at eas... The school is located next to a church and shares space with the church like the gym. The annual graduation and recital are hosted at the Church itself. The one feature of the school that one of our daughters truly enjoys is t... |
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March Academy has completely changed my child and his outlook on school. It is now a place he l... Discipline has not been an issue at March Academy. It is my understanding that when something happens, it is dealt with promptly. The children are taught the expectations of March Academy from the beginning: to be respectful a... The teachers at March Academy understand that children learn in different and unique ways. The beauty of a small school and small class sizes, is the the teacher has the time to offer the kind of instruction that your child re... My son came to March Academy somewhat behind in his curriculum. The first piece necessary for a successful learning path for him was to gain back his confidence and his love for learning. This was done by meeting him where he ... My son, from the first day he entered the school has found his tribe. He felt welcomed and accepted by all. All of the students are incredibly respectful of each other and of their own unique differences. This fosters an envir... March Academy is a small, quaint and loving school. Immediately when you open the door, you get a feeling of calmness and acceptance.
My son loves going to school each day, even though academics may be challenging for him. H... The feeling you get when you pull in the parking lot is one of complete serenity. The location is just a dream for any child. The school is in the lower and newly built part of a community church and is surrounded by beautiful... Admission was a simple and transparent process. The principal met with us during school time where we were able to see the children in their learning environment. She listened to our story and answered all of our questions. Af... |
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March Academy has been amazing for our son and our family.
Our son struggled in the public s... The teachers at March Academy are exceptional. They are kind and caring, yet firm. Especially with expected behavior from the children. The children thrive under these teacher’s supervision.
If there are any issues, both ... The teaching at March Academy goes above and beyond my expectations.
My child has an Individualized Education Plan and has worked closely with the teachers. My son has difficulty with processing information. He needs to tak... The academics at March Academy is dedicated to teaching and learning by the child’s individual abilities. Our son has excelled even with his diagnosis, further than I would have expected. The children are encouraged to lea... March Academy is a small school of 30-35 children. It was a warm and kind environment. Absolutely no bullying and teachers are able to closely monitor all interactions. If there are any issues they are dealt with immediatel... March Academy has been a shining light for my son and our family during a very strenuous time in his life. He had a lot difficulty with friendships and learning in the larger school system. March Academy has provided a warm ... Great school location in Kanata. Beautiful grounds, with a large field to run around at recess.
Access to the beautiful stone church for recitals, and the hall for refreshments afterward.
Inside is warm and welcoming. Beauti... |
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