Bond Academy Student Makeup: Enrolment and Class Size

Grade	Enrollment
Bond Academy	Median of all other schools
JK	10	16
SK	10	17
Gr. 1	18	18
Gr. 2	18	18
Gr. 3	18	18
Gr. 4	18	18
Gr. 5	18	20
Gr. 6	18	20
Gr. 7	24	24
Gr. 8	24	25
Gr. 9	60	40
Gr. 10	90	40
Gr. 11	180	43
Gr. 12	230	43

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.

Students actively participate in a mutually supportive environment.

Feedback from parents reflects that Bond Academy provides a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where students feel happy and motivated to attend school everyday.

The personality traits of Bond Academy would be familial and caring. Even now, I go back now and then to see the teachers and see who's there and whatnot. Because of the sense of family at Bond Academy, and because it's so small, everyone gets to know you. They care about your education and your well-being, and they try to push you in different ways, and try to make you more of a complete person.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

We were coming from another private school where two of my children were being severely bullied. I recall feeling so comforted by that when I visited Bond Academy. I recall walking into their office and explaining my situation, where I felt that my children were being threatened. And I remember they sat down with me and were being so warm and comforting, explaining to me that that's not the way things work at our school.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Now I have a happy child that enjoys coming to school. He's up at 7 in the morning, because we have to travel to come to school, always with a smile, happy to come to school. And there is no challenge of having to coerce him or coax him out of the door. He wants to come to school. I know my son is creating a strong foundation to get to his Grade 12 year next year. Whatever he wishes to do, he's going to be ready to do it.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Bond Academy is a very kind, caring environment. The teachers are involved with the children, whether they teach them daily or they just work with them in activities in the school. It certainly gives you a warm feeling when you're here. We actually call ourselves the ‘Bond family’, which might sound hokey to some people, but that really is the feeling in the school.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

The culture at Bond Academy is one of openness, friendliness, and welcoming. It's amazing how quickly new staff and students adapt to this culture. Some people describe Bond Academy’s culture as a family-like atmosphere, others as a very friendly community.

—John Healey, Junior School Principal (see full interview)

It's wonderful that children can make the transition from the elementary program to the secondary program. Or, if they’re little, they can start their lives in school here, with all of the support that they have. It makes the Academy a very special place.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

During the academic term, people were really nice and very supportive within the staff team and the teachers. They helped me to grow a lot and helped me to figure things out. I feel I was supported throughout my time there. I would say the first time I stepped into the school I was scared. I was on my own and it was my first time in Canada in a school that I'd never been to. It was a little scary. Everything was so brand new, exciting in a way, but very scary.

—Jessica Ye, alum (see full interview)

When new students come in, they're warmly welcomed by all the current students. Socially, it's never been an issue when we bring new students to Bond Academy.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Bond checks all the boxes for me. It has the academics, the environment, and the social community. It provides all of the things that I needed to ensure my children would flourish. It provides that welcoming and nurturing environment which I needed, especially coming from an environment where they were being bullied. I went through the process of looking at other schools, because my son does have some special needs. And I wanted to make sure that those needs were going to be met.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

The students are shown through example, through being involved in activities, how one should behave. We don't have issues like bullying at Bond Academy. This is due to the character development we encourage, and our students would be appalled to see such behaviour.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

They benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention.

Student testimonials indicate that Bond Academy’s small class sizes and personalized attention from teachers help students develop confidence and individuality, preparing them well for future academic and social challenges.

Bond Academy offers a very close and small classroom that helps make better connections within the classroom itself, but also sets students up for success within the classroom academically. After graduating from Bond Academy and chatting with other students and friends from other schools I found that my classroom sizes of about 4 to 12 people were unusual. The teacher gets to know each student. Within the smaller environment, students are more active in classroom participation and we get to know each other better.

—Jessica Ye, alum (see full interview)

We’re very happy here. Bond Academy is a great place. It's very warm. Yes, it was a smaller class size. It did have individual instruction, all the extras. But beyond it, it exceeded my expectations. It really did with a sense of community, dedication from the teachers, the open communication that's always their ongoing. Where can you really get all that?

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

I was very shy when I first started Bond. And over time, especially throughout high school, I developed into a much more outgoing person, because of the nurturing that I managed to get from them. The classes there are very small, so there's a lot of individual time in regards to the teachers paying attention to you and then being really able and capable of seeing the potential in each individual student.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

If you come here, it's very student-oriented in regards to the teacher being able to communicate with the students and provide extra attention. So from there, we ended up going, we took a tour, I remember, and I ended up enrolled at Bond. That was my parents' decision. And it was very interesting, because it was quite the change going from public school to private school. That was the first time I ever had to wear a uniform. And I remember starting off very shy because a lot of the time, what happens is for students who are typically in the private school, they started very young. So a lot of these children grow up together. And then coming in new, you're always shy, especially when you're that young.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

I think attending Bond Academy has made it easier for me to approach people. When you're in a bigger school, I think it's harder to go and ask for help if you need something, especially if you don't know that many people on a personal level. In contrast, it's much easier to approach people in a smaller school like Bond Academy. When you need help, you can’t always just figure it out on your own. Sometimes you’ve got to go and seek out a network and see who you can get help with, especially once you get to university, for sure.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

I could see that the kids were safe at Bond Academy, they were cared for, and for me, that meant everything. I could see not only the activities they were doing, but just the fun that they were having at the school. It's a safe place and it's familiar and comfortable.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

If you prioritize safety, accessibility to teachers, and a nurturing environment for your children, choose Bond. The level of care and safety at Bond is unparalleled. I wholeheartedly endorse Bond, and I'm confident others will share this sentiment once you experience it.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Students have a sense of belonging at the school.

Observations from students and alumni suggest that Bond Academy’s tight-knit community, characterized by close relationships across grade levels and a familial atmosphere, fosters a strong sense of belonging and personal growth.

I think what differentiates Bond Academy is the sense of community and the opportunities that present themselves while you're there. When I was at Bond Academy, I was on the basketball team, and I was on the soccer team, I did football, I did everything. I didn't know that most people didn't do those things because I had been at Bond Academy for so long. When you see high schools on TV, you see each grade hanging out with their grade level. For example, if you're in Grade 12, you hang out with Grade 12’s. When I was at Bond Academy in high school, I would hang out with the Grade 8’s, teachers, and all the high school students. In elementary school, multiple grades would hang out also.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

We were all very close at Bond Academy. We basically did everything together, and our class was the same from Grade 2 onward. I'll still talk to people from elementary school, and definitely people from high school.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

Coming from a high school where it's already a very small population and everybody is close-knit, you really begin to see that that also shapes your perspective on things. You learn to make better choices. You understand where your limits are, what you should and shouldn't be doing. And then that really gives you the ability to reach out and be more open to talking to so many more people, getting so many more insights, and really being able to spread your wings.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

The community experience at Bond Academy is unique. How you say hi to everyone, and everyone knows you. They know what you're doing. It's probably like the community experience with it. My whole university experience is online, so it's not really much, compared to the whole community vibe at Bond.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

I immediately sensed that the Bond community was genuinely a community. I felt welcomed, and when my children started there, they echoed my sentiments. They were treated well by the principal, administrators, and teachers. It's about the relationship. Many parents, including myself, find that this relationship-driven atmosphere is a unique trait of Bond.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

My eldest child constantly says, ‘I love Bond.’ It's all about relationships for her. It's not just about the academics; it's about the connections she's formed with the teachers and students. Kids value these bonds, and it's often these relationships that drive them to school every day.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

For me, the biggest impact has been our community. This is my final year, and after eleven years, it's tough to say goodbye. I genuinely feel close to the teachers because they are approachable and willing to help. If your child is having difficulty, they offer guidance on how to best assist them. Essentially, Bond has been my family, and it's been a wonderful experience.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

There's a lot of interaction between elementary and secondary staff and students at Bond Academy. The school isn't massive in size. Many times, we overlap or come in contact with each other. This provides continuity and familiarity among the staff and students.

—John Healey, Junior School Principal (see full interview)

After I graduated, I appreciated even more the relationship that I made there and all the connections that I made. I'm still friends with my classmates and visit the school very often. As time goes by, I feel like the experience is just getting better and better, even though I'm not in the school learning anymore. The friendship and community that I've connected with has been a great experience.

—Jessica Ye, alum (see full interview)

One of the paramount factors in choosing Bond was the palpable sense of safety. As a clinician, who has worked extensively with children, this aspect is vital to me. At Bond, I am confident that someone always knows where my children are. This sense of security, combined with the warmth of the community, makes Bond a unique place.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

They benefit from a diverse and inclusive community.

Observations from students and parents highlight that Bond Academy's culturally diverse and interconnected community fosters a unique environment where students from various backgrounds engage and learn from each other.

So they are very open-minded to new ideas. They're always reaching new heights. They're always trying to connect everybody in regards to what's happening in the world, always keeping an open mind towards not only different ideas, but different cultures. And then you really get to experience a lot of diversity.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

I think what they would find surprising is that even though we have a very high volume of international students, I would say how connected everybody stays. Just in regards to everybody mingling with everyone. So, especially the high school because it's so small. I guess you can say this goes into some of the grades as well, because everybody tends to know each other. But from Grade 9 to Grade 12, there's not really a section off your typical high school where everybody stays to themselves. Everybody's interconnected. So I think that's very surprising, usually.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

I think it is such a different environment from so many other public and private schools. Just because of how the population differs. Not only are you getting your private school experience, you're also seeing how many different cultures come in and out. You get to mix with so many different people. You get to learn so much about the world. And it is such an eye-opening experience, and you really get to be able to understand just so many different points of views.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

Bond Academy only has residence for students who are 16 and older. Most of the students and our residents are international students, and they mainly come from China. A lot of students who had joined our school in Grade 11 come here for Grade 11 and 12, and get their Ontario diplomas, so they could go to Canadian and American universities.

—Jane Phillips, parent (see full discussion)

What I appreciate the most was the open-mindedness of the Bond community. No one will give you that condescending look, or put you down when there's an idea you want to pitch in. They encourage you to do your best and to put in your ideas. They will try to help you see where you went wrong, or even focus on the good things you've done or the good ideas you've provided because the main interest is your education at the end of the day. So everyone is there to help you, no matter your background; it's about nurturing your mind and ensuring your education is top-notch.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

I've been scouting Bond Academy since my daughter was in a stroller, and thanks to my best friend, whose children were already there. Diversity is very important for me, because clearly I have racialized-bodied children. And so I wanted them in an environment where I know that they would actually not feel isolated but really enriched.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

The thing that really pushed me over the edge towards Bond Academy was when I felt that the school would heal my children. The school is so diversified and we're such a close-knit community that is welcoming to everyone. Nothing is perfect, but I feel very blessed to be at Bond with four children that have graduated and gone on to be very successful. I have three at university currently doing extremely well and I have Bond to thank for healing a lot of their wounds and helping them excel.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

I have four children and they're all unique. What's beautiful about Bond is that it accepts each child for who they are, recognizing their individual differences as well as the differences of every student. That's probably the most wonderful thing about Bond.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Bond is in a league of its own. I've been to many schools and interacted with various private institutions. You won't find a school more welcoming and diverse than Bond. If you choose Bond, you won't regret it.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Students build confidence through exploring their passions.

Comments from students and alumni suggest that Bond Academy encourages personal growth and helps students build confidence through opportunities to explore new interests and take on leadership roles.

Bond Academy shaped me confidence-wise because in high school we did this competition where was it like a quiz with a whole bunch of other schools, and I was on a team of them. Usually in school you do things like that in your school, but not with six other schools. I'm not that outgoing, and Bond Academy increased my confidence in interacting with other people on a larger scale.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

So for me, going into Bond, I was very shy. Especially going into a class full of kids who were already familiar with each other, I had always felt like an odd one out, just because I always tended to be more athletic than your typical girls at that age. Then going into Bond, I really got to nurture that. And instead of it turning into a quality that I decided not to pursue, I absolutely ended up loving sports. I was given the opportunity to play on basketball teams. We have the girls' teams, and I excelled there. I really enjoyed it. So from that, we actually ended up... I became captain and team leader. And that was something that I always turned out to be very proud of. So not only did I learn to indulge in new things, but then also I could learn to be more social, learn to not be as scared.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

I would say for any students entering Bond at any point in time, I would like to tell you to just don't be afraid to be yourself. Try out new things. Test to see things that you like, that you don't like, and just enjoy your time while you're there. Just be as free as you can. There's nothing to be shy or afraid or concerned about. Everybody there will support you for what you're doing, and it'll help you develop into an amazing person for sure.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

My son is quite introverted, and he has faced challenging times. Having a diverse culture around him at Bond has enhanced his self-awareness. It helps him understand his place in the world and boosts his confidence, making him more adept at handling challenges. In the last 15 months, Bond provided a sense of normality during unprecedented times. The school was prepared, engaging, and gave us comfort. This stability has been a great benefit to our mental health.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

They become well-rounded and well-prepared for future challenges.

Comments from parents and alumni indicate that Bond Academy focuses on developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for both academic success and future career challenges.

I felt like Bond Academy prepared me for university a lot more than I thought. I didn't really appreciate it at the time, but I was ready for everything when I went to university. Bond Academy is such a small community, so I think it's easier for each student’s voice to be heard. You can just be who you are.

—Michael and Michelle Hack, alum (see full interview)

Bond Academy creates and develops a well-rounded person. They create a person that is open-minded, kind, and understands that diversity. They really prepare the child for the real world, not just the academic world, not just the school life. The outcome of attending Bond Academy is a child that not only can successfully work at a university level but in the future, in the career that they will pursue, they will have foundations around a personality that has been developed, that is well-rounded. In my own job, the people that I hire have to be well-rounded people, not only skilled to do the job, but also a diverse, positive, energetic, compassionate and understanding of each other's values and culture, and that's what Bond brings.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

—Jane Phillips, parent (see full discussion)

Bond Academy does not have a lot of ESL students, but assistance is available for those who require language skill development. Bond Academy has wonderful arts programs, and specialists teach subjects like maths and science from Grade 7 and 8.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

Other schools might focus on the cognitive piece and that's evident in their tests, how they memorize information. But Bond has a holistic approach, which I think has helped my child. And the biggest impact from that is he's able to develop his identity and do it in a non-threatening environment. The environment helps with learning about relationships and emotional development.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

After doing extensive research on private schools, going to expos and doing interviews with the schools I had shortlisted, I selected Bond Academy because it gave me a certain vibe. This vibe resonates with the notion of a culture that builds beyond academics. At the end of the day, we are molding members of a society that should be diverse, respectful, caring, considerate, and knowledgeable.

—Eileen, parent (see full discussion)

They build local community connections and discover opportunities.

Experiences shared by international students and alumni reveal that Bond Academy provides resources for cultural adjustment and active involvement in local community activities, enriching the overall educational journey.

From day one at Bond Academy I’ve been culturally connected to the local community. I got to participate in non-profit fundraising events, and Bond Academy helped me to know more about Canadian culture after coming from another culture. But also, Bond set me up for academic success. I wish I could have stayed longer and had more experience in the academic system and also more chances to participate in community events, which I tried my best to experience to the fullest, but I just think the time was too short.

—Jessica Ye, alum (see full interview)

In regards to the international population, I noticed that when they come here, they're very open to new experiences. They love to interact with everybody, learn new things. They'll always be asking us for opinions and everything, and where or not all our local hotspots are. And then in return, they'll explain to us the differences and how things work, and you really get to get a good understanding and a good idea of the culture. So I would say typically very adventurous, very open-minded, very friendly and welcoming.

—Chelsea Campbell, alum (see full interview)

Bond Academy set up many resources to help me transition culturally from another country. When I first arrived in Canada to go to Bond Academy, it was very much a culture shock from the moment I got off the plane. I really appreciate the relationships made throughout my time there, not just the relationships with all my classmates and making some friends, but the teachers and the staff teams are also really helpful and resourceful. The relationships made it better to experience my first time in high school, in a new school in a new country.

—Jessica Ye, alum (see full interview)

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