Trillium, in some senses, hits the sweet spot in terms of size: it’s small enough to maintain an intimate, student-centred feel, yet large enough to have a robust program of extra-curricular activities. The Montessori focus in the early years carries over somewhat into the middle and upper grades, most evident in the attention to community and a sense of belonging within the school family. While the academic program is proven, the community of the school is also an important draw. Instruction is challenging, yet supportive, and cast within a global lens, perhaps most evident within the language programs offered. The ideal student is one looking for something different, able to thrive in a diverse academic atmosphere, and preparing to enter university.
We questioned the school administration
1. Who are you, as a school?
"Founded in 1991, Trillium School is a co-educational school with Montessori-based kindergarten. Trillium serves students from 18 months to Grade 12. The school is housed in a 38,000 sq ft facility, complete with a full-sized gymnasium, computer and science laboratories, a library, and fully contained schoolyard. Trillium believes in developing the whole child through a balanced approach to education. The enriched curriculum and high expectations demand a disciplined approach to students' studies.
Our High School Division provides an enriched, challenging academic programme in a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Students are encouraged to show initiative and leadership, and challenge themselves to reach their potential. Our university preparation program is designed to identify and prepare the students to reach their post-secondary goals. Trillium offers assistance to the students and help them select the most suitable programmes in universities and colleges. The High School offers a number of awards and scholarships to incoming and current students every year to recognise students' success in academic and other areas. We encourage students to pursue excellence and achieve their best in all intellectual, artistic, physical, and social pursuits."
Founded in 1991
Custom built premises on 3 acres of land
18 months to Grade 12
Montessori-based kindergarten
High emphasis on academics
University preparation program
Summer school program available
Extended hours with a wide variety of after-school clubs
Extracurricular program & field trips
100% university acceptance & 94% top-tier Canadian university acceptance (5-year average)
2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?
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3. What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?
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4. What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?
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5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?
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6. Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?
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7. To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?
All our teachers and staff stay at the school for many years.
The parents think that all our teachers and staff are very friendly.
"All our teachers and staff stay at the school for many years.
The parents think that all our teachers and staff are very friendly."
8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?
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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?
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10. What might families find surprising about your school?
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11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?
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12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?
