The Cole Academy Reviews

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Our Perspective on The Cole Academy

A holistic approach to learning, richly infused with the arts, self-expression, environmental education, and social awareness, sets The Cole Academy apart as a uniquely progressive school. Central to its curriculum is outdoor learning, with one day each week dedicated to environmental studies, cultivating a connection with nature. The Cole Academy carefully tailors individual education plans to each student's needs, benefitting from small class sizes and the Student Mapping and Success program, celebrating each student’s unique talents and interests. Core subjects like mathematics and science are supplemented with lessons about under-represented communities, cultivating a deeper sense of citizenship and social consciousness among students. Beginning in Grade 7, the academy offers comprehensive guidance on high school preparation, encompassing school choice, application processes, and the development of essential skills. This holistic approach at The Cole Academy is designed to cultivate well-rounded individuals, thoroughly prepared to embrace the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

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Dive deeply into the real culture of The Cole Academy with reviews we’ve structured to highlight only the most valuable insights and opinions submitted by parents, students, and alumni.

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(5) Parent, Emmy Pantin (2024) Gr. 3 (current) — When my son started at the Cole Academy in September, he could barely read. His reading ability... The school environment is amazing. The school is small, so lots of attention can be given to kids who need a challenge, and to kids who need support, and to kids who need both. My child has a dual exceptionality - he is gift... The support around my son's learning disability and his social/emotional regulation challenges are an incredibly important part of why our child is at the Cole Academy. But more than that, our child is also gifted. He has a ma... When we were applying to private schools, we were looking for a school that follows the provincial curriculum. We were happy to see that the Cole Academy does. But what we didn't know when we sent our child to Cole is that the... My child loves athletics. Sports of any kind appeal to him. We were worried that the school, being so small, wouldn't be able to meet his desires. We were wrong! There are a few other sporty kids in the school, so not a day go... The Cole Academy is a small school. There are currently 14 students in the school, and my child (grade 3/4) has four kids in his class. This is an incredible opportunity for my child to get one-on-one time with a teacher. The ... My child loves going to the Cole Academy. There is a beautiful balance between student-led and teacher-led learning at the school, which my child responds to incredibly well. I cannot compare Cole to other private schools, but... The parent community is really committed to the school. There are quite a few LGBT2S+ parents at the school, making us feel less alone as lesbian parents. The principal is very accessible and will happily discuss curriculum an... The Cole Academy is a block away from the beach. The school has "forest Fridays" meaning that once a week students spend the majority of their days learning outdoors. This is incredibly important to us as Indigenous parents. W...	all_reviews parent	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,

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Parent, Emmy Pantin (2024)

Gr. 3 (current) — When my son started at the Cole Academy in September, he could barely read. His reading ability...

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