(4.9)
Gr. 4 (current) — My daughter is a completely different child since starting at MindWare Academy. Getting her to ... The leadership and administration at MindWare Academy really stand out for their strong communication and responsiveness. They are quick to reply to questions or emails, often even during the school day, which gives a lot of r... The teaching at MindWare Academy has been exceptional. In just six weeks, my daughter learned to read independently—after four years of struggling in public school. Since then, she has continued to make strong progress acros... MindWare Academy offers a small, highly personalized program for students in Grades 1 to 8, following the Ontario curriculum. Classes are very small, which allows teachers to really know each child and tailor learning to their... MindWare Academy doesn’t offer extracurriculars in the traditional sense, such as competitive sports teams or clubs, but students do participate in a wide range of activities beyond core academics. These activities are built... MindWare Academy has a small student body, and that really defines the feel and spirit of the school. The atmosphere is calm, supportive, and inclusive. Students know one another well, and there is a strong sense of belonging ... The overall quality of student life at MindWare Academy is excellent. My child genuinely loves going to school, which was not the case before. She feels safe, supported, and successful there, and that has completely changed he... What stands out most is that MindWare Academy feels intentionally connected without being overwhelming. While it is a small, close‑knit school, it doesn’t feel like an isolated bubble. Students do leave the school grounds ... I would advise families to approach the application process with an open mind and to really pay attention to fit rather than perfection. One thing that stood out to us was that MindWare genuinely wants to make sure the school ... We ultimately chose MindWare Academy because they truly teach to each child’s abilities. If a student is struggling in a particular area, they don’t fall through the cracks—teachers step in with one‑on‑one instructio... MindWare Academy has aligned with my expectations in every way—and honestly, exceeded them. I hoped for a school that could support my child’s learning needs, but I didn’t expect to see such a dramatic change so quickly.... |
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(4.2)
Gr. 6 to Gr. 8 (current) — Our son's experience in public school — specifically with special education supports in the c... We considered two other alternative schools, and in the end chose Mindware based on a few factors: (1) the class size (~8 students per class) was perfect for our son's needs; (2) recommendations from other parents about their ... Almost everything has aligned positively with our expectations, and continues to after 3 years involvement with Mindware.
We've realized that even in a small school, social skills and social development remain a challenge... |
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(4.5)
Gr. 2 to Gr. 7 (current) — MindWare Academy’s small class sizes have been a game-changer for our child. With only five c... The leadership at MindWare Academy is exceptionally hands-on; it’s clear they take immense pride not just in the school as an institution, but in the personal growth of every individual student. We have found the administrat... We have been incredibly impressed with the quality of instruction at MindWare Academy. The teachers are more than just educators; they are genuinely caring and passionate individuals who clearly enjoy their work and want to be... The academic program at MindWare Academy is profoundly restorative. Its greatest strength lies in its use of Modified Education Plans (IEPs) that are meticulously tailored to each student’s current level rather than their ag... They do not provide extracurricular activities like sports teams and competitions, but do offer to incorporate other non-academic activities into their weekly programming. They offer group projects and competitions like bridg... A defining characteristic of MindWare Academy is its deep commitment to building a genuine community. Because it is a small, intimate school with fewer than 50 students, it functions more like a family than a traditional insti... Our child loves going to school each day, which is a significant improvement from their previous experiences. In a larger, traditional system, they could not handle the number of students in the building and the amount of time... The school is located just off the highway, making access from various areas of the city convenient. For older students, there is a regular bus service allowing for public transportation as a way to get to the school. The pr... As it is a small school, admissions are done directly with the school administration, who know the ins and outs of the school. As such, they can easily answer any questions parents might have as part of the admission process.... The balance between academic and social supports that Mindware offers was what our child needed to have an opportunity to succeed at school. Centrally located, and with the partnership of an after school program fit with our ... It aligned to our expectations that the school has staff that really work together to help ensure students succeed. The principal goes beyond what we ever expected in helping our child throughout his career at the school. ... |
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(4.2)
Gr. 3 to Gr. 5 (current) — MindWare is a haven for our daughter, and I am not exaggerating when I say that it changed her ... The team is very small and highly responsive and collaborative, which I love. I do wish there were some type of parent board that also supported school governance. That being said every time there has been a concern or questio... We have had an excellent experience with our daughter's main teacher. We have been lucky enough that this teacher has been moving up grades, so our daughter has had her for the last 3 years. We actually requested this because ... In terms of academics, this is not a school where children are engaging with state-of-the-art STEM tech or going on elaborate field trips. This is not what we prioritized. It does focus on supporting students who are engaged c... As notes the Journey Jam and Peace circle are integrated right into the curriculum. Outside of that, there are limited extracurriculars, I believe, because of the size of the school. As a parent, I am fine to make this trade-o... The school feels like a place where the children really know one another and want to support each other. There are only 40 children, so they interact across grades, which has been lovely for our daughter to learn about differe... Our daughter loves MindWare. She comes home excited to tell us about what she has done both academically and socially. Another difference we have really loved is getting her work home thoroughly marked by her teacher, includin... The school is in the lower level of a church with its own entrance. The classrooms are welcoming and decorated to engage the students. There is a small library, a kitchen, and a large gathering room that the whole school can a... Our admissions process was fairly easy and seamless. We applied over the summer, submitted our daughter's psychoeducational assessment and report cards and had an interview with the principal. We agreed that our daughter would... As I noted above, our daughter has several learning disabilities. We wanted a school that fostered building skills to learn to work and succeed with these challenges in the real world while still being empathetic and responsiv... It completely met my expectations based on the school visit and my conversations with the administration. Whenever we have concerns, they are very responsive. |
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