About Us
Astolot Educational Centre strives to meet the individual learning needs of students. Our students have the potential to reach academic goals once they understand their learning style and have the resources to succeed. Astolot students are neighbourhood children, or travel from as far as a 90 minute drive. Students may be gifted, have dyslexia, dysgraphia, or have a social or emotional need for a small, respectful learning environment.
Both students and teachers have a role in directing learning. How much responsibility each student takes depends on their personality. Ideally, each student becomes more responsible each term they are at Astolot, through the development of learning skills. The students have input into the way they learn best as they become more aware of their own learning style, they can utilize this knowledge. The method of teaching and learning varies due to learning needs and student maturity.
Both students and teachers have a role in directing learning. How much responsibility each student takes depends on their personality. Ideally, each student becomes more responsible each term they are at Astolot, through the development of learning skills. The students have input into the way they learn best as they become more aware of their own learning style, they can utilize this knowledge. The method of teaching and learning varies due to learning needs and student maturity.
Who We Are |
Astolot is an independent Day School and High School located in Old Ottawa South. Our teachers are certified with the Ontario College of Teachers. We offer small, personalized classes to our students with dedicated staff.
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Our History |
Astolot was founded by Jennifer Cowan in 1998. After working with the public school realm for 12 years, Jennifer saw the need for small, personalized classes that fit individual needs. As the school has grown in size, the philosophy of Astolot has not changed.
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What services do you provide?
Astolot is an elementary and high school day school. We also offer tutoring, and summer skills for grade 1 to 6.
Do you follow the Ministry Curriculum?
Yes, the Ontario Ministry provides clear, explicit expectations for all subjects, which are followed. The parents are provided with 3 report cards annually reflecting Ministry standards. Additionally, field trips augment skills: the currency Museum for money, the Museum of Civilization for Vikings, etc.
How do you accommodate each child's learning style?
Each child has a program developed with the parent, child and Astolot's principal that includes specific accommodations. Small class sizes and experienced staff allow for proper implementation.
How much is tuition?
Elementary tuition is 13,800.00, and High School tuition is 15,800.00. We are a not-for- profit school, so we can assist with government grands and bursaries. Please contact us if you need financial assistance.
What resources does your school have?
The students use our computers, iPads, voice recorders or voice recognition software for word processing and math drills. The Ottawa Public Library, Rideau Canal, parks and tennis courts are utilized as well to enrich the student's learning experience.
Do you have a regular physical exercise program?
Students have a free play period outside daily. On rainy days yoga and cooperative games are played indoors. The students in grades 1 to 6 do brain gym for 30 minutes each morning. Cooperative games soccer tennis, basketball and skating are some of the sports the children learn outdoors.
Are teachers or students responsible for directing classroom learning?
Both students and teachers have a role in directing learning. How much responsibility each student takes depends on their personality. Ideally, each student becomes more responsible each term they are at Astolot. The students have input into how they learn best as they become more aware of their own learning style. The method of teaching and learning varies. For example, a student may learn paragraphs in a structured 'step by step' method, through editing on the computer, or holistically while doing research on a science topic.
How is assistive technology utilized at the school?
Students may use their own laptops provided by the parents, for class work, tests and homework. Software programs for speech recognition may be used or digital recorders. The technology used by a student is determined on an individual basis prior to being purchased by parents.
Where do Astolot students go after Astolot?
At Astolot we guide students towards their future goals from day one. Ontario high school graduates have attended Algonquin College, Carleton University, Ottawa University, Trent University, and Bishops University. Astolot students have chosen a variety of paths after graduating from Astolot; in particular Mechanical Engineering, Pre Medical School, Social Work, Journalism and others. Many of our students have received scholarships for their hard work. In particular, two students secured scholarships one for $4,000 to Bishops University another for $16,000 to Carleton University. Secondary Students have gone on to Brookfield H.S., Glebe Collegiate, Merivale H.S., Osgoode H.S. and Immaculata H.S.
Astolot is an elementary and high school day school. We also offer tutoring, and summer skills for grade 1 to 6.
Do you follow the Ministry Curriculum?
Yes, the Ontario Ministry provides clear, explicit expectations for all subjects, which are followed. The parents are provided with 3 report cards annually reflecting Ministry standards. Additionally, field trips augment skills: the currency Museum for money, the Museum of Civilization for Vikings, etc.
How do you accommodate each child's learning style?
Each child has a program developed with the parent, child and Astolot's principal that includes specific accommodations. Small class sizes and experienced staff allow for proper implementation.
How much is tuition?
Elementary tuition is 13,800.00, and High School tuition is 15,800.00. We are a not-for- profit school, so we can assist with government grands and bursaries. Please contact us if you need financial assistance.
What resources does your school have?
The students use our computers, iPads, voice recorders or voice recognition software for word processing and math drills. The Ottawa Public Library, Rideau Canal, parks and tennis courts are utilized as well to enrich the student's learning experience.
Do you have a regular physical exercise program?
Students have a free play period outside daily. On rainy days yoga and cooperative games are played indoors. The students in grades 1 to 6 do brain gym for 30 minutes each morning. Cooperative games soccer tennis, basketball and skating are some of the sports the children learn outdoors.
Are teachers or students responsible for directing classroom learning?
Both students and teachers have a role in directing learning. How much responsibility each student takes depends on their personality. Ideally, each student becomes more responsible each term they are at Astolot. The students have input into how they learn best as they become more aware of their own learning style. The method of teaching and learning varies. For example, a student may learn paragraphs in a structured 'step by step' method, through editing on the computer, or holistically while doing research on a science topic.
How is assistive technology utilized at the school?
Students may use their own laptops provided by the parents, for class work, tests and homework. Software programs for speech recognition may be used or digital recorders. The technology used by a student is determined on an individual basis prior to being purchased by parents.
Where do Astolot students go after Astolot?
At Astolot we guide students towards their future goals from day one. Ontario high school graduates have attended Algonquin College, Carleton University, Ottawa University, Trent University, and Bishops University. Astolot students have chosen a variety of paths after graduating from Astolot; in particular Mechanical Engineering, Pre Medical School, Social Work, Journalism and others. Many of our students have received scholarships for their hard work. In particular, two students secured scholarships one for $4,000 to Bishops University another for $16,000 to Carleton University. Secondary Students have gone on to Brookfield H.S., Glebe Collegiate, Merivale H.S., Osgoode H.S. and Immaculata H.S.
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High School Tutoring After School Summer Camps |
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