Establishing effective habits and routines now makes getting a good start to the school year easy Setting priorities and creating a schedule at the beginning of the school year can help keep students organized, local educators say. Establish […]
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Not just child’s play
Junior and senior kindergarten programs have social, emotional and academic benefits One or two years of kindergarten is helpful heading into Grade 1, says the director of Turnbull School. Kindergarten, says Gareth Reid, “provides children with social confidence and nourishes […]
Not your mother’s gym class
Physical education goes beyond keeping kids fit, experts say A physical education class offers more than just physical benefits, says Andrew MacNeil — it also supports mental and emotional health. “And not only that, it’s also a great time with […]
Planning for private school
Like any investment, private school takes research and financial planning Sending your child to a private school is an important decision. It’s an investment in your child’s future that might take financial planning, says Turnbull School director Gareth Reid. […]
The right fit
Is an independent school a good place for your child? When child finds the right school, it should almost feel like fate. Someone asks the question of why parents should choose a specific independent school for their child and Michael […]
The truth about virtual learning
Amidst challenges, struggles and wins, teachers emerge as ‘true superheroes’ It would be unlikely to find a parent in Ottawa who could have envisioned the current world we live in – one where we are not only living through […]
Should you go independent?
Ottawa has many choices when it comes to independent schools – here’s how to find one that suits your child’s needs As a parent, you’re looking out for the best interest of your child. And sometimes that means […]
Private matters
Do your homework when it comes to choosing a private school for your child Parents want the best for their children. And sometimes, parents feel that choosing the private system over the public system is in the best interest of […]