"Alderwood Academy is a boutique, non-profit private school in Mississauga for children from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Rooted in love, presence, and wholeness, we blend Montessori, Korczak, Freinet, and Sherborne with mindfulness, art, cultural heritage, and life skills. Our Source Code guides us: we see each child as worthy, support emotional growth, and educate the whole being—mind, body, and soul. At Alderwood, children are deeply seen, heard, and empowered to thrive."
"At Alderwood Academy, we integrate rigorous academic standards with soulful, whole-child education. What distinguishes us is not just what we teach, but how and why we teach....(more)
"At Alderwood Academy, we choose collaboration over competition, playful exploration over rigid discipline, and soulful presence over rushed productivity. We consciously prioritize...(more)
"Alderwood Academy was founded in 2024 by two mothers who envisioned a school where the child is held as a whole being—mind, body, and soul. It began as a response to the...(more)
"The students who thrive at Alderwood Academy are curious, sensitive, and open-hearted—children who flourish in environments where they are truly seen, heard, and guided with...(more)
"Alderwood Academy may not be the right fit for families seeking a highly competitive, fast-paced academic environment or traditional discipline structures based on control and...(more)
"Families choose Alderwood Academy because they are searching for something deeper—something that speaks not just to the intellect, but to the soul of their child. They tell us...(more)
"In the public eye, Alderwood Academy is seen as a warm, peaceful, and deeply nurturing place—a school where childhood is protected, emotions are honored, and learning is soulful...(more)
"One of the most underappreciated aspects of Alderwood Academy is the sacred simplicity of our daily rhythm. Families notice the calm, the beauty, the warmth—but may not fully...(more)
"What often surprises families most about Alderwood Academy is how deeply the experience touches not only their child’s learning, but their whole family life. Many expect a...(more)
"Recent improvements at Alderwood Academy reflect our deep commitment to nurturing the whole child. We introduced a new emotional well-being program that includes daily...(more)
"Over the next five years, Alderwood Academy will grow slowly and intentionally, expanding grade levels while preserving our warm, child-centered environment. We will deepen our...(more)
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