Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: Do I pay tuition for each of my children?                                     

  A: No. The tuition is a per family rate and not a per student rate.

Q: Is the tuition tax deductible?                                                  

       A: Each year, a cost per student is calculated. A tax receipt is issued for the difference between the cost per student and the amount of tuition paid. For example, in the 2006/2007 school year, the cost per student was at $500; thus giving families a tax receipt of $8650 to claim.

Q: Are the teachers qualified?                                                          

  A: Yes. Our staff are fully accredited.

Q: What curriculum does the school use?                                       

  A: Our school uses a variety of curricula published by the Ontario Alliance of Christian School, Christian Schools International and other Canadian publishers which meet Ministry of Education requirements and are taught from a Biblical perspective.

Q: Is Standardized Testing conducted?                                         

    A: Yes. We administer the Canadian Test of Basic skills in grades 3 through 8 every other year.

Q: Is financial assistance available?                                              

    A: Yes. Specific family financial needs can be addressed upon request.

Q: Is French offered at the school?                                                  

  A: Yes. French is taught from JK/SK right through Grade 8 using the AIM gestures approach.

Q: Are there extra-curricular activities?                                              

 A: Yes, we offer a variety of sports such as volleyball, basketball, baseball, soccer, track & field, cross country running and hockey. Our teams compete in regional tournaments.

Q: Is there a music program?                                                         

  A: Yes, we offer an instrumental program beginning in grade 3 through to grade 8. Private piano lessons are also available at the school for an additional fee.

Q: What denomination is the school?                                               

  A: We are an interdenominational school.

Q: Is there a school uniform?                                                            

A: Each child will be required to purchase a collared school shirt for public functions.