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| Number of students |
400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
30+ |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
10-15% |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Second Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
An interactive online LMS, collaborative and presentation software, and high-definition camera. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
We are currently using a LIVE virtual classroom for students in order to accommodate global pandemic issues and provide a realistic learning opportunity (synchronous learning). |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IELTS and TOEFL as needed |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, when needed to help consolidate learning. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Usually 30 - 60 minutes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% admission to top universities in Canada, U.S.A., Australia, U.K. and other countries. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Academic Support (Tutorials) and teacher extra help sessions. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Placement tests for English and Math |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
All students who will be attending Royal Crown Academic School will be required to take Placement tests in English adn Math. |
| Waiting list |
No. We have multiple entry points throughout the school year. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. Earlier registration provides greater course options. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:30 am |
| School finish time |
5:15 pm |
| School bus service available |
Yes, multiple trips between the residence and school daily. Once our new on-campus residence is complete (August 2022) bus service will no longer be needed. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. We have our own onsite Chef and full kitchen facilities to provide a variety of hot, healthy meals each day. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, any specific dietary needs can be met after discussion with our Chef and his staff. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Sports activities included |
Baseball, hockey, basketball, curling, football, aerobic dance, soccer, volleyball, badminton, track & field, squash, rock climbing and fitness training. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. We have an Elite Basketball program sponsored by NikeUPlay (one of 2 in Canada) for both Men and Women. In addition, a variety of school teams compete in a local independent schools athletic conference. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Newly updated double gym with floating maple hardwood floor, 25 metre indoor swimming pool(chlorine free), state of the art fitness facility, access to full size grass soccer field. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Royal Crown Academic School is a diverse private high school in Toronto, Canada that is committed to helping students excel by providing an all-encompassing daily living and educational environment. It is part of the Royal Group of Schools, which includes a career college that students can attend and an online school. RCAS welcomes international students from all over the world. Upon arrival, students are met with caring educators, a challenging curriculum, and the means for them to push forward to achieve success. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Royal Crown offers a challenging Ontario curriculum to all students that will highlight their strengths and help them improve their confidence in problem-solving and critical thinking. Combine this with RCAS creating a "one campus" educational setting and it makes for a tremendous transitional opportunity for students pursuing University and College, while also providing the support and guidance needed for young adults. |