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Academic Year

The duration of the academic year at The Peace School is 10 months.

Hours 

School: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 3 pm

After School: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 6pm

Summer Camp: Weekdays, 9am to 3pm

Class Size

Each class has an average of 10 children with a teacher-child ratio of 10:1 to 12:1.

School Year

Fall term with Christmas break

Winter term with Easter break

Spring term with March holidays

Other holiday dates are communicated to children and parents in advance.

Language 

The official language of the school is English. French is taught as a second language. 

Children can choose their mother tongue as an elective or an after-school credit. We strive to create an environment that supports bilingual children, enabling them to leverage the benefits of their native language.

Lunch

Children are responsible for bringing lunches from home. Facilities for reheating and serving food are available.

Please inform us of any food sensitivities or allergies your child may have. 

Snacks

Children are responsible for bringing snacks. We encourage healthy options such as fruits, homemade snacks, biscuits, and milk.

Attire

Children are not required to wear uniforms. We encourage children to express their individuality by wearing their favourite clothes.

We kindly request that families send their children to school in clothing that can get dirty. Our programs involve hands-on activities and constant practice. As a result, clothes may become damaged or dirty during these activities.

Student Supplies

Children are encouraged to choose personal items, such as bags, notebooks, or stationery, which reflect their preferences and cultural practices.

Field Trips and Travelling

Children can look forward to field trips which complement their lessons and curriculum during each term, offering diverse and enriching experiences.

Families complete a field trip waiver at the beginning of the academic year, enabling each child to participate in field trips throughout the year.

Families receive comprehensive notification of planned field trips, ensuring they are 

well-informed in advance about each trip. Please note that expenses related to bus transportation, entrance fees, tickets, and food during field trips are the responsibility of families.

We welcome the participation of family members as field trip facilitators, working alongside the School's team.

Safety Tips

To ensure a healthy environment and the well-being and safety of our children, we request that families follow these guidelines.

Allergies  If a child has a known allergy to a specific substance, the family must notify the school in writing and include a doctor's note. This information enables the School to take appropriate precautions. The School cannot assume responsibility for any allergic reactions or related effects without proper notification.

Medical Conditions  If a child has a specific medical condition or requires special care, we ask the family to inform the School in writing, along with a doctor's note. This allows the School to provide necessary support and accommodations. Failure to provide this information may limit our ability to address specific needs. The School cannot be held responsible for any untoward events.

Health Documentation  We require a vaccination card for admission purposes to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all children.

Child's Health Report  A comprehensive health report is required for admission. This report gives us crucial information about your child's overall health, enabling us to tailor our care and support.