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Olivet was established in 1893, though through moves and development, the school doesn’t reflect its age. Nevertheless, there is a continuity which, if less overt, remains within the life of the school. The academic program is strong, though families also turn to Olivet due to an appreciation of the context that the school provides, including an attention to spiritual and personal growth. The aim of the school is to provide a foundation for life, and for learning after the children go on to other schools after grade 5. The property accesses green space, allowing the lessons to extend to those about environment and environmental stewardship. Parental involvement in all aspects of the life of the school is very high, a function of the school’s size. All of that combines to create a community atmosphere that extends beyond the classroom, and beyond the walls of the school. The ideal student is one who will thrive in a challenging, close-knit academic environment.

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Olivet School: Parent Review from MARK CALIXTERIO Watch our parent interview with MARK CALIXTERIO to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Olivet School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Olivet School: Parent Review from Ana Maria De Sousa Watch our parent interview with Ana Maria De Sousa to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Olivet School.	all_videos parent_videos	,
Olivet School: Parent Review from Taneisha Wright-Purge Watch our parent interview with Taneisha Wright-Purge to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Olivet School.	all_videos parent_videos	,

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(5) Parent, Karen Blair (2018) My 15 year old daughter graduated from Olivet. I have two boys that are currently enrolled. M... Olivet teachers have excellent parent-teacher communication. I can drop in any time and talk with the principal or any of the teachers and discuss any situation. Their dedication to the children is top priority not only acad... I love the teaching method at Olivet School. Children are not loss in an overcrowded class room. Each individual students are able to get the attention and help they need. Teachers are very knowledgeable about the curriculu... Feedback are positive and my children feel supported in all academic areas. I am able to talk to my children teacher at any given time. We work together to improve my son's academics and he is now getting high grades. Child... At Olivet there is a lot of extracurricular programs. They take field trips to different plays. They are encouraged to experience different cultures in our society. They participate in Jump Rope for Heart. Fill a shoe box w... The student body is small. My Children are very comfortable with each other. Every one are really great friends. The teachers, parents and students have great personal relationships. The students are extremely polite and m... School life is great at Olivet. Sometimes my children don't want to leave the school premises. We are allowed to stay on the play ground after school and the fun continues. Parents talk with each other while the children pl... "It takes a village to raise a child." At Olivet I feel that I am supported as a parent. Olivet has helped me in many ways to raise my children to be positive role models in society. The teachers always listen to any acade... The location of the school is good. It is gated in a great neighborhood. In the city but have lots of green space for the children to explore safely. The children have a creek that they can learn about the environment. The...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(4.8) Parent, Cassandra Thomas (2018) My child's time at Olivet was a wonderful experience and both her and I wish that it could have... The staff genuinely cared about the students and their families and demonstrated this through fostering the educational, physical, emotional and spiritual development of the students. They have high expectations for the progre... I am very satisfied with the quality of instruction provided at Olivet. The teachers are very knowledgeable on the subjects that they teach and instruct the lessons with passion. They respect the students and care a great deal... When my daughter graduated from Olivet, she was a positive child, confident on her studies, and well prepared for the next stage of her life. My daughter started grade seven in public school and most of the material that was b... At Olivet, the students participated in many activities such as swimming and football as a school. These vast array of activities allowed the kids to try new things and discover what they like. In addition to sports, musicals ... The student body at Olivet is small but it provided the perfect setting for my daughter. There was a feeling of togetherness and a caring family atmosphere. What stood out to me was the way the students took care of each other... My daughter truly loved going to Olivet. When she would misbehave or wouldn't listen, all I had to say was, "If you continue misbehaving you will not go to school tomorrow" and that would work instantly. I knew how much she lo... All parent knew each other and offered a hand when another was in need. Parents are always involved in all the school activities and always contribute to the success of the school. It is said that it takes a village to raise a... The school grounds are situated in a nice residential neighborhood fenced off from the street. Being turned away from the main road allows them to use the surround area to play on. The primary field is great for events like pi...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(4.8) Alum, Julianne Diab (2018) My overall experience at Olivet School was very positive. I remember being happy and comfortabl... When reflecting back on my time at Olivet School, I have very positive views of the administration and school leadership. There were two principals during my time there, both of whom were respected by students but not feared. ... So much of a child's experience at school depends on the teacher and their teaching style. The amazing thing at Olivet is that the small class sizes allow the teacher to give individualized attention to the students. There is ... The academic program at Olivet School is above average in my opinion. Students receive personalized lessons that can, in a way, cater to individual needs. For example, if a child is not understanding a concept, the teacher has... While the small class sizes at Olivet present so many positives, the downside of them can be seen when it comes to extracurricular activities. There are no sports teams or music clubs at Olivet. Instead, all of the students ar... Having attended Olivet from PreK through to grade 8, I went from being the youngest in the school to the oldest and everything in between. When young, I looked up to the older students, and when in grade 8, I understood that I... For me, school life at Olivet was my WHOLE life! I was excited to go to school each morning and see my friends and teachers. Each student at Olivet stands out as an individual because of the small school size. Everyone knows e... The nice thing about the Olivet School community is that it extends into the Olivet Church community as well. Students may perform songs for special church services and I think it's nice for the child to see so many different ... Located in the heart of Etobicoke, Olivet School is situated on a large property next to a right of way near Echo Valley Park. Organized trips to Mimico Creek or lessons out in the field contributed to a unique and FUN learnin...	all_reviews alumnus	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(4.1) Alum, Claire Hurd (2018) Olivet nurtured my academic talents and helped to grow my social confidence. I became part of a... Every educator at this school has the opportunity to get to know every student. Students are treated as full human beings with attention paid to their minds, bodies, emotions, and spirits. Skill development is encouraged in te... Teachers were all passionate about their work and encouraged students to be independent thinkers. They were generally very well liked and passionate about the subjects that were their specialties. They would adapt curriculum t... Since classrooms were often mixed grade, and within grades teaching was customized to individual learning needs, classroom culture was generally not very competitive, though there were exceptions at the class and individual le... Due to the small size of the school, extracurriculars are somewhat limited. However, the school's "Broader Horizons" program, which ran a few weeks every term, drew on the talents and resources of teachers, parents, and commun... The student body was very small but tightly knit. Out of necessity, students of varying ages spent time together, rather than only socializing with those in their classes or grades. Commitment to academics, as well as fairness... I greatly enjoyed my time at Olivet, although I was ready to move on to a larger classroom with more peers when I left. The upper grade limit has decreased since my time there; the familial environment serves younger students ... Olivet fosters effective communities at the classroom, school, church, and neighbourhood levels. As the school is connected to a church, church members are involved members of the community, often volunteering to do things wit... The school is in a good location near a natural areas with trails that lend themselves to organized hikes, sledding, and exploration of the nearby creek. Students did not venture off the grounds for lunch unless something spec...	all_reviews alumnus	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,
(N/A) Parent, Monica De Oliveira (2018) MY daughter loves going to school and she only dislikes the times I come earlier to pick her up... Due to my daughter's severe food allergies, I am more than satisfied with their leadership approach to make the school a safe environment for her. THey communicate so effectively, that I come home rested and assured that they ... Even though we are still in the second month of classes, the quality of instruction she is receiving is evident. She comes home singing new songs in French. She just started JK and everywhere we go she enjoys spelling every w... I truly feel like the school atmosphere maximizes learning potential, with well organized activities and subjects for every day of the week. I believe that they approach does not just teach academics, but helps them use the ac... Although my daughter is still in JK, she has music and french lessons. As parent, who just recently moved and had her daughter start making friends again from zero, its very pleasant to hear the other kids calling my daughter's name when she arrives at school. Not just the kids her age, but some ... As a concerned parent, I looked into many different schools in the area and some other options a little further from our address. As soon as we arrived at Olivet, I could see on my daughter’s face how much she enjoyed Olivet... Parents are always welcomed to participate, but everything is done with clear rules and regulations to ensure the safety of all kids, and to improve interactions. They have visited apple trees in the area to learn about nature, cooked, visited the little creek near the school and fished for marshmallows and toy fishes. Memories that my daughter tells with great joy. IF you planning for admission, instead of just looking at letters and reviews online, take a moment and go to Olivet for a tour, and you will not regret. It will expedite your decision, and you will only visit other schools to...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,

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