J. Addison school

• Location: Markham Community, Toronto, Canada,
• Year of foundation: 2002,
• Number of students: about 300,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of studying: mixed.

J. Addison School (JAS) is a private boarding school offering a full cycle of school education: from early years to graduating grades. The institution is the only residential school in Markham.

Founded in 2002, J. Addison School began its educational activities with eight students in a small office building in Scarborough. After just over 10 years of innovation, improvement and development, the educational institution has an extensive campus that meets all modern trends in education. The Canadian school offers comfortable accommodation for students in grades 7-12, various playgrounds and sports grounds, specialized laboratories and many other facilities for the comprehensive development of its students.

Up to 300 students from 3 to 18 years old study at J. Addison School every year, receiving sought-after diplomas and applied knowledge focused on modernity. International students arrive at the J. Addison School for an average of one academic year to receive an OSSD diploma and the opportunity to continue their academic career at a selected university in Canada or another country. The educational methods at JAS are based on seven pillars: an inclusive learning environment, an effective adaptive program, technologies, modern resources and opportunities, interaction with parents, and active preparation for admission to higher education institutions. Following its principles, the school nurtures curious, versatile students with leadership qualities and individual talents. Through the individual attention provided by teachers both during lessons and extracurricular activities, students achieve excellent academic results without forgetting about their own hobbies and abilities.

Students receive comprehensive support from qualified teachers at every stage of their studies. High school students are given special attention in the process of preparing for the transition to university: a team of consultants meets with each of the students individually, works closely with them to discuss further goals, set realistic and progressive goals, and develop recommendations on the best way to achieve them.

J. Addison School teaches a full cycle of school programs at four stages of education:

• Early years (3-6 years old),
• Grades 1-8 (7-14 years old),
• Grades 9-12 (15-18 years old).

The school also has a summer department that organizes short-term seasonal programs for students aged 11-16.

During the academic year, three residences are open for students in grades 7-12.

• Erie Hall and Simcoe Hall are mixed-use residences with open-plan rooms that can accommodate two to four students of the same gender and age. Each student lives in his own area with a single bed, table, chair and wardrobe, has access to the bathroom in the room,
• Huron Hall currently serves as a residential block for boys. There are general sector rooms, each of which accommodates a maximum of five students; Students live in their own area, fenced off from other students and fully furnished.

Each residence has lounges, kitchenettes and dining areas for preparing snacks, self-service launderettes, high-speed Wi-Fi, wired Internet access and a telephone. The buildings are guarded with modern security systems in addition to round-the-clock supervision.

When accommodated in residences, students receive three meals a day from a balanced menu based on international cuisine. Experienced chefs develop menus for seven days a week, providing a wide range of delicious dishes from around the world that meet nutritional guidelines.

During summer programs, students are accommodated in quadruple rooms with bathrooms and receive three meals a day.

Subject list: French, Art, business, Career development course, chemistry, Classical civilization, economics, Environmental science, geography, healthy lifestyle, history, humanitarian sciences, Information Technology, maths, music, Natural science, physical education, physics, politics, Psychology, Regional geography, social sciencies, technology

As a member of the York Region Athletics Association, J. Addison School offers several sports taught by qualified coaches at a higher level than other schools. The sections are accessible to students with any skill level and are focused on consistently improving individual abilities and teamwork. During the year, students can practice such sports as athletics, football, badminton, basketball, and volleyball. National teams include students of the same sex competing at the regional level with teams from other institutions.

A diverse leisure program is provided for each academic department, aimed at comprehensive development, broadening the horizons and having fun for students.

At the same time, all JAS students annually participate in such events as:

• Picking apples, pumpkins,
• Visit to the Ontario Science Center,
• Visit to the Toronto Zoo,
• Monthly birthday celebration,
• Halloween Party,
• Thanksgiving Culinary Celebration,
• The Christmas party.

For students, there are many excursions with visits to the sights of the region, walks through the natural beauty, shopping and dining. After-school clubs are available where students can focus on their talents, promote ideas and find like-minded people, for example:

• The issue of the yearbook magazine under the guidance of students,
• Student Council responsible for student welfare and event management,
• Dance Club,
• Art and Photography Club,
• Mathematical Club preparing for the Euclid competition.

J. Addison School works closely with charities, organizing significant volunteer events in which its students can participate. Among the events for which funds were raised were the Terry Fox Race, a food bank, tree planting, the 360 Kids Homeless Challenge charity marathon, and much more.

• 100% university enrollment at the end of high school,
• 86% of high school students receive Ontario scholarships,
• Elite basketball programs for boys and girls,
• The ratio of teachers to students in the classroom is 1:15,
• IELTS Certified Center,
• Collaboration with the University of York, Wilfrid Laurier University, through which graduates receive scholarships and opportunities for further study after graduation,
• Individual approach to each pupil, comprehensive support from the application to admission to the university.

JAS is located in Markham, the largest of the nine communities of the York Regional Municipality, located north of Toronto. The total area occupied by the school reaches 6,500 square meters. m.; construction is currently underway to increase the area to 12,000 square meters. m. so that the school can teach up to 800 students at a time.

On the J. Addison School campus are:

• Spacious classrooms with natural/artificial lighting, interactive equipment,
• Scientific laboratory for practical preparation, project work,
• An art studio with all the necessary materials for studying fine arts and related fields, a dance studio with sound equipment and necessary elements for training,
• Multifunctional sports hall,
• Three residences with living rooms, common recreation areas,
• Dining room, cafeteria,
• A library with a reading room and access to electronic academic resources.

These and many other rooms correspond to one of the pillars on which the educational process is based — modern technologies and equipment located in each classroom are introduced into the students' studies. They help with project work, homework, in-depth study of favorite subjects, and many other cases.

The academic year at JAS lasts from September to mid-June, and includes several semesters. Studying is conducted on weekdays, and rest is provided on weekends, national and international holidays, and during seasonal vacations. All students follow a clear schedule, which involves class hours, visits to the dining hall, and extracurricular activities. 

The list of additional expenses will include:

• Registration fees,
• Housing deposit,
• Airport pick-up service,
• Pre- and post-class care services,
• Accommodation, meals and related expenses,
• Medical insurance,
• School uniform,
• Personal expenses.

Extras:

• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 300 USD
• Deposit for a course/programme 1000 USD

The admissions committee recommends applying as early as possible to guarantee a place in the residence and apply for a visa on time.

The admission process consists of several stages:

• Filling out a detailed questionnaire, providing the required documents and paying the registration fee,
• After the application is confirmed by the admissions committee, the applicant receives a preliminary letter of admission. During the review of the application, the candidate may be scheduled for an interview,
• Payment of tuition fees,
• Once the student visa is received, a copy of it and tickets should be mailed to the commission staff to confirm the date of arrival and arrange a meeting,
• Passing an assessment test upon arrival on campus,
• Beginning of training.

According to annual statistics, 100% of JAS graduates continue their education at the universities of their choice, including:

• University of Toronto,
• Queen’s University,
• University of Waterloo,
• Wilfrid Laurier University,
• York University,
• McMaster University and others.

Students who take part in the basketball program often receive university scholarships from Bradley University, Colby University, University of Toledo, and others.

International applicants wishing to obtain an OSSD diploma at JAS must provide:

• Personal documents: passport, vaccination card and health insurance, visa or residence permit,
• Academic report cards for the last three years.

During the admission process, each foreign candidate will take a language test to determine the level of English proficiency.

The school offers several scholarship programs covering tuition costs.:

• Regional scholarship for academic achievements — 5000 $CAD,
• Scholarship for excellence and talent in a particular field of study (including athletic achievements),
• Scholarship for students with IELTS 5.5 and above — 1,500 $CAD.

Scholarships are awarded after reviewing applications to those students who demonstrate outstanding performance, ability to engage in creative and innovative activities, and talent for learning. Students should have significant achievements in extracurricular activities such as art and sports, and the candidate's social activities, including school life, are important. The scholarship allows the student not only to receive partial or full reimbursement of tuition costs, but also to prove himself.

The school offers a 10% discount on the education of the second child from the family, and 20% on the education of the third.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision