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Go to child profileA staple in South Etobicoke for over 30 years, Vincent Massey Academy (VMA) has developed a long-standing reputation in the community for excellence in early education. VMA offers a Reggio-inspired environment where our mission at VMA is to support our students in discovering their individual potential through a balanced education, because we believe that young minds deserve an education that reflects our changing world, where they can develop, achieve, learn and explore fearlessly.
What learning looks like now: Vincent Massey Academy (VMA) works diligently to ensure all Ministry of Education and Toronto Public Health Guidelines are being followed and met. VMA communicates with families on a regular basis to ensure families are provided with the most up-to-date information. In the event of a school closure (ie- the Ministry has deemed it essential to close schools), VMA has developed an online learning program for all our students, starting in JK- Grade 3.
Curriculum delivery:
Living Arrangement | Grades | Delivery Model | Frequency |
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Day | JK - Gr. 3 | In-person | Full-time |
Vincent Massey Academy couples a strong school community—one built over the course of more than three decades—with individualised instruction in settings that reflect, in all the best ways, the communities that they sit within. The program has grown considerably since the early days, which is always a good sign, and now operates two campuses. The interior spaces are bright, uncluttered, and inviting—the school understands that environment is important, and it shows. Instruction is play-based, cross curricular, and driven by student directed inquiry, in many ways very purposefully drawing on the best practices of the Reggio Emilia approach. The quality of the before and after care programs are a draw, so much so that a long roster of area schools have partnered with them in order to serve their own parent populations.
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Academic |
DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
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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 |
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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 |
Vincent Massey Academy 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 |
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Accommodations | |
Modifications | |
Extra support |
Read our guide to special needs schools and special education
Curriculum delivery: This information is not currently available.
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. 3, Vincent Massey Academy students perform an average of No homework of homework per night.
NS | PS | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
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Vincent Massey Academy | 0 mins | 0 mins | 0 mins | 0 mins | 0 mins | 0 mins | 0 mins |
Site Average | 0 mins | 2 mins | 6 mins | 7 mins | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3 |
Parent-teacher meetings | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3 |
Vincent Massey Academy does not offer any competitive or recreational sports.
Vincent Massey Academy offers 2 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
Day | $13,500 |
Discounts
Discount Type | Enrolment Type | Amount |
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2nd child (sibling) | all students | 10% |
Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3 | Coed | Day | 230 |
Total enrolment | 230 |
Average class size | 13 to 15 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 0% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 7 |
NS | PS | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
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Day Enrollment | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Class Size | 15 | 16 | 13 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | N/A | |
SSAT | N/A | |
SSAT (out of province) | N/A | |
Entrance Exam(s) | N/A | |
Entrance Essay | N/A |
Day students: November 30, 2021
Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
Application fee: N/A
Registration fee: $300
Deposit:
N/A
If there are no placements left, you will added to our waitlist based on the date you contacted us and your child’s age
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 | NS | PS | JK | SK | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Our goal in opening the Day School is to continue to question what it is means to learn as a young student; to truly observe and understand what types of skills and knowledge aid us as we advance through life. Our approach to learning strives to consider how we learn in all avenues of life and replicate that in our classrooms. Education is no longer about the answers; it is about the path and perspectives we take to get there. Now more than ever, we want support our students in communication and collaboration, as we ask real questions about the world around us. To know is one thing, but to build their own understanding allows young minds to apply their knowledge to everyday life.
In part of this approach, we recognize the importance of collaborative support between teachers and families. With that, we hope to foster an environment that welcomes parent involvement, on-going open-communication and a sense of community. Our teachers and management alike, are a team of passionate educators that truly are in this field to bring out the best in each and every one of our students, and we are excited for the opportunity to work together to support our students in exploring their own paths to success.
We are looking forward to having all of you apart of the journey with us. Your support and trust in us gives us all the faith in knowing that we will always continue to provide the highest level of education for your children.
Does Vincent Massey Academy have good reviews?
You can read our capsule review about Vincent Massey Academy via this link.
When is the application deadline for Vincent Massey Academy?
The application deadline for day students is typically November 30. More application details are available here.
What is the curriculum pace at Vincent Massey Academy?
Vincent Massey Academy has a Student-paced approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched or Accelerated). Learn more about curriculum pace here.
How many students attend Vincent Massey Academy?
There are 230 students enrolled at Vincent Massey Academy from Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 3. More details about enrollment are available here.
Do students at Vincent Massey Academy wear uniforms?
No
Does Vincent Massey Academy offer a hot lunch program?
Yes
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