Program Overview

Introduction to J. Addison School Programs

J. Addison School offers a range of programs designed to nurture tomorrow's thinkers. The school's programs are inspired by various educational philosophies and frameworks, including the Reggio Emilia approach and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Early Learning Program

The Early Learning program at J. Addison School is designed for children aged 3.8 to 6 years. This program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and the IB PYP curriculum framework, blended with the Ontario Curriculum. The program aims to provide a rich and nurturing learning environment that develops responsible, active learners for the future.

Program Details

• The program is designed to strengthen the roots for learning in children.
• It focuses on developing the whole child, including social, emotional, and academic attributes.
• The learning environment is warm, inviting, and inquiry-based, with a focus on child-centered approaches.
• The program incorporates various areas of learning, including languages, mathematics, culture, sensory and practical life, STEAM, and physical education.
• Students work on long-term projects that spark their interest and awareness of global issues, helping them become global citizens.

Learning Outcomes

1. Students are engaged in their own learning through inquiry, communication, and self-management.
2. Students reflect on their growth and demonstrate learning attributes.
3. Students foster relationships through shared responsibility and collaboration.
4. Students exercise confidence through the application of learning.
5. Students develop learning goals throughout their learning journey.

Program Highlights

• LEADING THE WAY TO STEAM: The program incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics in meaningful and exciting ways.
• LANGUAGE AND LITERACY IS ALIVE: Children learn and use language naturally through hands-on activities that foster communication and discussion.
• LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY: Children are encouraged to think about ways they can help solve global issues, developing an understanding of community service and leadership.
• FUTURE READY SKILLS: The program focuses on nurturing creative thinking, ideas, and qualities in children, essential for their future success.
• QUALITY TEACHERS: Highly qualified and experienced teachers provide a caring and enthusiastic approach to children's learning.
• FUTURE FOCUSED LEARNING: The program utilizes technology to provide enriched learning experiences that excite children's learning.
• LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: The open-plan classroom welcomes children with constantly changing displays and learning centers that focus on their interests, provoking exploration and discovery.

Other Programs

J. Addison School also offers the following programs:

• Elementary School (Grades 1 to 8)
• Secondary School (Grades 9 to 12)
• Boarding Program (Grades 7 to 12)
• Summer Programs
• Focus for Success
• International Family Settlement Assistance (IFSA) Program

These programs are designed to provide a comprehensive education that prepares students for their future academic and professional pursuits.