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Go to child profileExperience superior learning in a culture that fosters relationships and personal development. At Signet, students are immersed in an authentic Christian experience so values such as Kindness, Perseverance Wisdom, Integrity, Purposeful, Discipline, Joy, and Respect are taught and celebrated. Our classrooms give ample room for each student to innovate and explore and so academics leads to superior Signet greatness! A Signet education, sealing Christ-centered education, purposefully impacting lives – established in 1974.
What learning looks like now: With the onslaught of the pandemic in Toronto, we have two modes of delivery: in-person when we were on campus and online learning or distance learning during mandated Lockdowns. With some parental facilitation for the younger children, we provided instruction in all subject areas. Some teachers utilized video conferencing as well as alternate technology. Our online platforms were not needed before COVID-19 but most teachers were familiar with the more popular ones and those who were not quickly self-trained with support from our administration. Our Administration and faculty are a resilient group and as a school we have a tenacious spirit. This is valuable especially when a crisis knocks on your door. As a Christian school, we have faith in an unchangeable God, so we depend on Him to help us persevere, and He provides courage for the future. This is why our teachers and administration are not shaken. Some activities were kept through the lockdown such as our spirit week, a time to have fun dressing up and being silly, showing team spirit, and showcasing student videos in an all-school talent show. Classes were also able to do art and science projects and other projects to aid in learning. All mandated safety protocols are being implemented. These include mandatory masks, physical distancing, cleaning and sanitizing restricted access to school, and daily screening of each student and staff before entry.
Curriculum delivery for 2020/21:
Grades | Living Arrangement | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | JK - Gr. 8 | Hybrid/blended | Full-time |
What Signet Christian School says: Our school is split into cohorts by floor. During lockdown, we transition to online and distant learning. When the lockdown lifts we revert to the in-person delivery. No alternates. no synchronous online while in-person is in session. If in quarantine, the cohort will together be taught online/distant delivery for the duration.
View recent COVID-19 updates from Signet Christian SchoolElementary teams spar in a friendly sports competition
Elementary teams spar in a friendly sports competition
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science fair
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SCS was formed in 1974 as an expression of the surrounding community, and created by a group of parents who wanted a school that would offer a strong academic program within a values-based environment. The name has changed, and enrollment has grown, though that focus remains. The school isn’t affiliated with a specific denomination, and attracts students from any and all, as well as those that don’t belong to a specific faith tradition. There are many ways that schools express Christian ideals, and in the case of SCS it’s very much those of inclusion, service, and ethical behavior. The school has a very close, community feel, and what it might lack in terms of extra-curriculars it gains in individual attention and a sense of belonging within the school community.
Focus | Religious-based |
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Academic | Christian (Non-denominational) |
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If you want to learn more about Christian education, check out our comprehensive guide.
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
Subject | offered |
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
Subject | offered |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
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Acting | |
Dance | |
Drama/Theatre | |
Graphic Design | |
Music | |
Visual Arts |
Expressive | |
Disciplined |
Subject | offered |
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Computer science | |
Robotics | |
Web design |
Flexible pacing style | offered |
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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 |
Signet Christian School offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.
Subject Type | offered |
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Subject Type | offered |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
Read our guide to special needs schools and special education
Program | offered |
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Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)
Program | offered |
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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) |
In grade Gr. 12, Signet Christian School students perform an average of 2 hours of homework per night.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Signet Christian School | 0 mins | 0 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 90 mins | 120 mins | 120 mins |
Site Average | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 24 mins | 30 mins | 35 mins | 41 mins | 53 mins | 57 mins | 69 mins | 81 mins | 97 mins | 106 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | JK to Gr. 12 |
Academic achievement reporting | JK to SK |
Habits and behaviour reporting | JK to Gr. 8 |
Parent-teacher meetings | JK to Gr. 12 |
Competitive sports: N/A
Recreational sports: 4
Signet Christian School offers 5 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
Day (Domestic: in province) | $8,000 | |||||||||||||
Day (International) | $12,000 |
Discounts
Discount Type | Enrolment Type | Amount |
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2nd child (sibling) | all students | 33% |
3rd child (sibling) | all students | 33% |
4th child (sibling) | all students | 33% |
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | JK to Gr. 12 | Coed | Day | 29 |
Group 2 | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 | Coed | Homestay | 3 |
Total enrolment | 32 |
Average class size | Varies |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 18% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 16 |
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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Day Enrollment | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 4 | N/A | 2 | 3 | 1 | N/A |
Homestay Enrollment | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ||
Class Size | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | JK - 12 | |
SSAT | ||
SSAT (out of province) | ||
Entrance Exam(s) | ||
Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Homestay students: N/A
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: $50
Registration fee: $0
Deposit:
$500
Please call to get specific information as High School and International Admission Policies are different from Elementary Admissions policies.
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%.
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 | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 5 (100%) | 5 - 4 (100%) | 5 (100%) | 5 (100%) | 0 (100%) | 0 (100%) | 5 (100%) | 5 (100%) | 0 (100%) | 0 (100%) | 10 (100%) | 10 (100%) | 5 - 10 (100%) | 5 - 10 (100%) |
Homestay Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Alumni Highlights
Welcome! It is always a pleasure to meet people who are interested in Signet Christian School, and we encourage you to contact us via email during the Covid-19 situation and we will return your call as soon as possible.
To find out what Signet is up to during this Covid situation, please visit our Remote Learning update on our website.
Signet has been offering Canadian and international students superb education since 1974. Our school is a place of safety and order, where lives are transformed with Christ’s love. We are blessed to have wonderful teachers — seasoned, caring Christians who are trained to inspire young minds and infuse the curriculum with Christian values. God’s Grace is evident everywhere in our school — in classrooms, in chapel, and on the playground. We offer innovative instruction so that students can excel in academics as well as athletics, musical theatre, and art.
The strength of our school has always been found in God, and all our efforts are focused on following Him. Our foundational core values are Honour, Discipline, Confidence, and Kindness. These values are more relevant than ever in today’s world and have helped us create a cohesive, strong school that produces graduates who are ready to positively impact the world.
As you browse this profile and our website, you may see the photos in our gallery of many happy, smiling faces of our students. The joy of the Lord is our strength! We are infused with the joy of learning and a sense of belonging and fellowship. Our students beam with confidence, knowing that they are part of a safe, caring community. The Word of God really rings true: Train every child in the way they should go so that when they are old they will not turn from it. (Proverbs 22:6).
That is part of our passion and our guiding mission at Signet, and as caring, loving parents no doubt you understand and share this hope for your children. We do believe that you will find the kind of education you seek at Signet. Come sign up for a tour!
Catherine Dumé, MBA, MA Ed, (Honours), is an educator, ordained minister, and head of school since 2014. Mrs. Dumé, an international education consultant, has held posts as a Director of a Bible College and teacher of a Special Education Unit. She was educated at Oral Roberts University, OK, USA. Mrs. Dume is passionate about child development and building schools. She has her level 1 Educational Therapy Certification from the National Institute of Learning Development in Toronto. She is wife to Frantz and a mother of three teens.
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