Frequently Asked Questions
How can I arrange a tour of Braemar House School?
Our doors are always open and a personalized tour with the Executive Director can be requested at any time throughout the year. Simply contact the school office at admin@braemarhouseschool.ca or contact us by phone at 519-753-2929 to arrange a convenient time.
How much does it cost to send my child to Braemar House School?
Braemar House School is a not-for-profit private school which ensures that 100% of tuition and fundraising dollars are re-invested in our school and our students. Please see our Fee Schedule for more information.
How many students are at Braemar House School?
We currently have 109 students, and, in addition to Montessori and Prep One, we offer straight grades from grade 1 to grade 8.
What are your school hours?
Our school day starts with a first bell at 8:50 a.m. followed by announcements promptly at 9:00 a.m. Classes end at 3:30 p.m. Supervised Before Care is available from 7:30 a.m. until 8:50 a.m. and our After Care program runs from 3:30 until 5:30 p.m.
Are your teachers certified?
All of our elementary teachers are fully qualified and in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers. Our Montessori teachers are fully qualified Montessori trained teachers.
Do you do standardized testing?
Each October, students from Grades 1 to 8 complete the Canadian Achievement Tests (CAT 4). We believe the CAT 4 tests provide individualized, highly informative and timely results that allow us to assess each child’s strengths and weaknesses and thereby allow their teachers to better meet a child’s needs.
Each year, the majority of our students consistently perform at levels one to two grades higher than the Canadian averages. Results from 2018.
Does Braemar House School provide a lunch program?
We offer a hot lunch program each Thursday, through The Lunch Lady.
Does Braemar House School have a religious affiliation?
Braemar is a secular school.
Is it possible to enroll in Braemar House School in any academic year ?
We do accept candidates at all grade levels. Admission is dependent upon availability of space and applicants are required to follow our admissions procedures, including an Observation Period.
Is it possible to enroll in Braemar House School during the academic year?
Situations may arise that result in families looking to apply to school mid-year, and Braemar House School may be able to accommodate such needs. Our ability to offer a place during the academic year will depend upon space availability, the student’s academic record, as well as other factors. The decision is at the discretion of the Board of Directors and all such students will still be required to follow our admissions procedures, including an Observation Period. We would be pleased to discuss this with you.
Does Braemar House School offer tuition assistance?
Although Braemar does not have a bursary program, we offer several payment plan options to assist families in meeting the financial requirement of paying tuition. In addition, grants may be possible through the Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation.
Can we get a tax receipt for any of the fees?
There are some expenses which may be claimed by parents as child care expenses. You will receive a receipt for the allowable amounts which can be applied as a tax credit.
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