School Leadership
OakHaven Academy's leadership is committed to fostering a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment for diverse learners. With decades of experience, they emphasize a personalized approach using evidence-based practices to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Families appreciate the school's dedication to understanding and supporting each child's unique educational journey.
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MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP
We invited Julie Yocom Armstrong, Principal at OakHaven Academy For Diverse Learners, to share a message.
The overview highlights the vision, values, and guiding principles that shape leadership and the student experience at OakHaven Academy For Diverse Learners.
Julie Yocom Armstrong, Principal
Ontario College of Teachers -200817, Principal Course (OFIS - 2022)
Welcome to OakHaven Academy for Diverse Learners
It is my pleasure to welcome you to OakHaven Academy—a new, independent school in Burlington, Ontario, created with a clear mission: to provide a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment where diverse learners can truly flourish.
Our dedicated team brings decades of experience in inclusive and specialized education. At OakHaven Academy, we believe every child deserves to be understood, supported, and challenged to reach their fullest potential. Our personalized approach, grounded in evidence-based teaching practices, helps students strengthen foundational skills, build confidence, and develop a genuine love of learning.
Our students are engaged communicators who can express their thoughts, ideas, and needs, and who enjoy learning alongside others in a positive, collaborative setting. They benefit from small group learning, individualized coaching, clear expectations, and a caring school community that encourages both independence and connection.
With over 30 years in education—including experience as a special education resource teacher within a local public school board and as principal of an accredited independent school—I have devoted my career to helping students who learn differently find success and joy in their educational journey. That mission lies at the heart of everything we do at OakHaven Academy.
We look forward to partnering with you and your family as we work together to help your child grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and connected community.
