About Phoenix Private Academy
Phoenix Private Academy is a private school that serves the needs of exceptional learners. At Phoenix, we use the principles of Applied Behavioural Analysis and token economies to help our learners reach their academic, social-emotional and behavioural potential. Phoenix is designed as a transition school with the goal that students can then move forward to a mainstream school and larger populated classrooms.
Our classes maintain low pupil - teacher ratios so that we can better meet the needs of our learners. Our school is recognized and listed as an accredited private school in Ontario. We teach the Ministry of Education curriculum in all subject areas. Our school hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm and we offer both before care and after school programs at an additional cost. Our school has a Kindergarten IBI Integrated Class, Grades 1-8, a Junior Transition Class, an Intermediate Life Skills Class and a High School Credit Course.
Our school is ideal for students who are experiencing difficulty in mainstream schools. We have experience working with learners with neuro developmental exceptionalities including Behavioural, Communication (Autism, Language Impairment, etc.), Intellectual (including Gifted) and Multiple (any combination of exceptionalities). PPA provides children with a safe and supportive environment, where they can reach their full academic and behavioural potential.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide each student with access to the provincial curriculum by using evidence based Direct Instruction programs. We promote the learning of key academic skills and provide our students with the tools they need to reach their full potential. We strive to enrich our students’ lives through social integration, physical wellness and emotional nourishment, thus encouraging them to reach independence and long term success.
A Values Education
A Values Education plays an important role in child development. Value Education helps students develop a positive view of life and grow into good citizens who are responsible, respectful, caring and understanding. At Phoenix Private Academy our core values are:
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Respect – for self, others, and the environment. At Phoenix students learn that kindness matters!
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Responsibility – students learn to take responsibility for their personal belongings, their studies, and their choices
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Collaboration – students learn to work well together as a community of learners, and they learn the importance of helping others in need
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Persistence – students learn to persevere when faced with a challenge and to continue to always try their best
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Inclusivity – students learn to understand and celebrate their differences
Quick Facts
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Our Kindergarten program includes integrated IBI methods.
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Our Intermediate Life Skills class prepares students for independent living.
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All Phoenix teachers (Kindergarten- Grade 8) use Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies.
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All Phoenix students are provided with an iPad for use at school.
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Phoenix students enjoy weekly swimming at the JCC indoor pool as well as our weekly lunch program (at an additional cost)
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At Phoenix, learning happens all the time, in and out of the classroom.