FAQs
Overview
Where is your school located?
180 Huntmar Drive, Ottawa, On K2S 1B9
What is your contact information?
Telephone number: 613-599-5399
Fax number: 613-599-0556
Email: info@kanataacademy.com
What are your hours of operation?
Monday to Friday – Regular school hours are 8:45 am – 3:15 pm, and after care hours are 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
What grades does your school have?
Our school has classes from Preschool, Junior/Senior Kindergarten, Grades 1-12.
Is Kanata Academy an independent school?
Yes. Kanata Academy is an independent private school in West Ottawa. We have served families since 1996 and have been independently owned since 2011, offering programs from preschool to Grade 12 with small classes and the Ontario curriculum taught by certified teachers.
How many kids are in a class?
There are between 10-14 kids in a class, depending on the grade. Preschool has a maximum of 24 students and 3 teachers.
Do students in your school wear a uniform?
Yes, all of our students wear a uniform. We have two different uniforms: a dress uniform and a physical education uniform.
Does your school follow the Ministry of Ontario curriculum?
Yes. All of our teachers are certified and follow the curriculum set out by the Ministry of Ontario.
Does Kanata Academy offer credits toward the OSSD?
Yes. All of our teachers are certified and follow the curriculum set out by the Ministry of Ontario.
Can you accommodate students with learning challenges?
Yes. Kanata Academy is listed by the Ontario Ministry of Education as a private school that offers credits toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). High school students take Ontario curriculum courses taught by certified teachers and work with staff to plan the credits they need to graduate.
Does your school have a lunch program?
Yes. We provide a daily menu, and you and your child can fill out a lunch form online and send payment.
What is special about your school?
Our school provides a safe, bully-free, structured learning environment for your child. Our family-like atmosphere assures that our teachers develop a trusting relationship with your son or daughter. Our class sizes are small and students get the attention they need to achieve their learning potential.
How much is tuition and what other fees can I expect to pay?
All of our tuition rates and additional fees are listed on our website.
What is the cost of the after school program?
After-school care is listed at $25 per day.
How do you keep my child safe during the day?
Our school is locked from 8:45am to 3:15pm. No one except our staff has keys to the school entrances and exits. We have safety policies in place, including a “lockdown procedure” to keep your child safe at all times.