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Olivet School

279 Burnhamthorpe Road, Etobicoke, Ontario, M9B 1Z6

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At a glance

Grades: JK – Gr. 5
Gender: Coed
Boarding: No
Founded: 1893
Board: Independent
Religious affiliation: Christian (New King James Version Bible-based)
Principal: Emily Crampton
Program type: Site based only
Associations: Ontario Federation of Independent Schools

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $7,880 – $13,240 /year
Financial aid: Yes

Admissions process

4-step admissions process

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Traditional
Student–teacher ratio: Described as 'some of the best student-teacher ratios' with excellent ratios providing regular individual attention
Class size: 6 — 8 students
Accreditation: Follows Ontario Curriculum

Tuition & financial aid details

Morning Kindergarten
Full-Day Kindergarten
Grades 1 to 5
Administration Fee
Retainer Fee
After Care (3-5 days/week, pickup 3:00-6:00 pm)
After Care (fewer than 3 days/week)

Bursaries & scholarships

Robust scholarship endowment from alumni and friends
Not-for-profit status allows affordable tuition
Sibling discounts: 10% for second child, 15% for third and additional children

Course descriptions

French Language Program

Beginning in Kindergarten and continuing through Grade 5, students receive 60 minutes of French instruction each week using the acclaimed AIM (Accelerative Integrated Method) program, which emphasizes real conversational French rather than verb charts and worksheets.

Music Program

All students receive 120 minutes of music instruction weekly, divided between chorus and music classes. The program starts in kindergarten and provides opportunities to develop creativity, confidence, and a love of music.

Religious Studies and Scripture

Bible-based religious education using the New King James Version. Students gather for weekly Monday chapel led by a pastor and participate in daily classroom worship. Scripture Studies formally introduced in Grade 3 with theme 'The Lord is Our Hero,' focusing on stories of Joshua and the Judges.

Physical Education

Physical development continues through PE, recess, and movement during academic lessons as part of the holistic approach to education.

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Learning programs

Languages

English · French (60 minutes weekly from Kindergarten)

Student life

Facilities

After Care Program facility available 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday · Outdoor play areas · Creek for excursions

About the school

Founded in 1893, Olivet School is a private, not-for-profit Christian elementary school in central Etobicoke, Toronto's west end. For over a century, the school has been helping young minds grow academically and spiritually while preparing them for future success. The school provides a warm and caring environment with small class sizes and strong academic programming at affordable rates.

Location & school highlights

Location

Central Etobicoke
Toronto's west end

What makes the school distinct

Small class sizes with personalized attention
Christian values and character development woven throughout curriculum
Affordable tuition with robust scholarship endowment
Strong student-teacher ratios
Interactive learning approach
Holistic education integrating academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development