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Gr. 9 to Gr. 11 (current), Gr. 9 to Gr. 11 (current) — Our twins have been attending Hamilton District Christian High (HDCH) for the past two years. B... The success of HDCH can be attributed to its exceptional leadership – students, parents, and teachers are all held accountable with compassion, united in their focus on prioritizing the students' well-being and growth. Toget... Like any parent, I want the best for my children. I want them to have every opportunity to lead fulfilling and productive lives, guided by strong Christian values. It's evident that parents and teachers play crucial roles in a... HDCH follows a rigorous, approved curriculum enhanced by a balanced approach to class sizes and teaching methodologies. Classes are structured to encourage diverse interactions while still allowing for personalized attention w... Visiting HDCH, one is immediately struck by the vibrant energy of the student body. Laughter and animated conversations fill the air, reflecting the school's success in fostering a strong sense of community within its balanced... Growing up, I wish I had attended a school like HDCH. The balance between academic rigour, social development, spiritual growth, and enjoyment is remarkably well-optimized. As parents, we all want the best for our children, an... HDCH is nestled in a picturesque, countrified setting, surrounded by lush green fields that stretch as far as the eye can see. This serene location offers students a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, ... For those considering HDCH, I'd recommend visiting the school to experience its unique Christian atmosphere first-hand. During the application process, be open about your child's strengths and challenges. We were upfront about... |
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Gr. 9 to Gr. 11 (current) — The Hamilton District Christian High provides an amazing faith-based student education and expe... I can't say enough about the outstanding school leadership!! They all foster a very positive school environment. They are so kind, patient, loving, supportive and caring towards all the students and parents. They address an... We are extremely happy with the quality of instruction. The teachers are all very passionate and very knowledgeable about the subjects that they teach. Their love for teaching overflows in the classroom. All assignments and... The academic program at the Hamilton District Christian High does truly prepare students for work, college, university, etc. The program provides the core, required and elective courses so that students will successfully grad... At Hamilton and District Christian High, the student spirit is amazing!!! The collaboration and feeling are so positive, supportive and encouraging. All students wear a student uniform which makes everyone feel as one. The ... The quality of student life at Hamilton District Christian High is outstanding. There is no other school that we would send our son. Our son truly enjoys going to school because the school makes learning fun, assignments/pro... Hamilton District Christian High is located on 20 acres of land. The location of this school is amazing with all the green space. It is located at the corner of Garner Road East and Glancaster Road. The surrounding neighbou... If you are planning to apply for admission to the Hamilton District Christian High,
- ask to go for a tour of the school. You will be amazed by the various opportunities this school provides (workout room, library, gymnasi... |
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High School can be challenging for any student and my son had his senior years even further cha... The school leadership at HDCH can be described as committed. They are committed to academic excellence without sacrificing student engagement, creating an approachable and communicative environment for both parents and studen... The teachers at HDCH are incredibly engaged with the students and committed to their learning. Their deep passion and joy evidently come from seeing student success is reflected in their engagement throughout the year. Many ... The academics at HD are strong and an important aspect of the school environment. They push the students to be ready for the next level and are committed to working with them to achieve their goals. I could have enrolled my ... The general atmosphere of the student body seemed to be a positive environment. There were many charity drives going on at the school, many supports, and volunteer groups. The school seems to be focused on a sense of belongi... When my son started in Grade 9, I quickly realized it seemed like he never wanted to leave. He was always there late after school and participating in one team or another. Sometimes he was just hanging out after school to ca... The school is located on the edge of the city and has a lot of green space. It has a large campus close that borders farmland and the city that is still close enough that the students can still go out for lunch, if they choos... The admissions process was straightforward. I would encourage prospective students and parents to go to open houses and prospective student/parent functions to tour the school, meet others considering the school and see if it... Very early, we knew my son had aspirations of going to the US for Post Secondary education as an athlete and entering into the NCAA process for student-athletes. HDCH has been very helpful in our unique situation and the Guid... |
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For the first 13 years of my life, attending Hamilton District Christian High was what I most l... I'm sure much has changed in the last ten years at HDCH, but in my time, the school leadership was very caring. I remember often the door to the office being open, and chatting with whoever was there -- where there was an obvi... I found all the teachers at HDCH to be exceptional at their craft. They were caring in the classroom, knowledgeable about their topics, approachable if you needed help, and easy to talk to about the whole scope of the teenage ... In my time at HDCH, I remember it being a very academic school, with three clear streams for students: science, liberal arts, and trades. Expanding the course selection offerings is the biggest thing I would have changed durin... Ten years ago, I think the student body looked different at HDCH, and I'm grateful for the positive changes I see at HDCH with its student body. I've seen growth in student body enrollment numbers and I'm grateful for the posi... I remember my time at HDCH really fondly. I found I was encouraged to be my whole self at school and to bring all my gifts to the classroom and to extracurriculars. I appreciated the ways in which teachers challenged me to loo... The school building was a great learning space, and I loved the school’s new placement on a lot of land. I know the area around HDCH has developed a lot over the last 10 years, which I’m sure has provided more options of w... As a student alum, my mom handled all admissions. I know as a student, I wasn't interviewed or questioned. What I do remember is that the administration as a whole took great care to ensure all incoming students were oriented ... I remember the university counselling program starting in my Grade 10 Careers class, giving me great guidance to think about post-secondary -- and a lot of the research I did with that course informed how I approached my futur... |
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My son started in grade 10 as a newcomer to Canada and found a welcoming and caring school comm... Very impressed with the level of commitment and professionalism of the leadership. The leadership sets a positive tone of fostering community and developing the whole student to set them up for their future. They are open an... The teachers at HD are deeply committed and provide relevant, engaging instruction to the students. There is a range of experience levels amongst the staff and they collaborate well with one another to share experience and to... HD has a mission in Christian high school education to prepare teens for their future regardless of their chosen profession. It is not one size fits all but they do make an effort to prepare students who are heading to univers... The size of HDCH's student body is big enough to have diversity and new people to meet in different years and activities, yet it is not too large that students feel lost in the crowd. Sharing faith and having a clear identity ... My son enjoys going to the HD and has come to appreciate it even more during the disruptive time of COVID. He feels valued as an individual and has been encouraged at the school to develop some of his talents and interests. ... HD is a bit unique in providing Christian high school education so their catchment area is very wide and students travel from Burlington to Jarvis to attend school here. As many students come from further afield, the school i... The admissions process was very smooth for us and the staff of HD was accommodating for multiple visits and answering questions as well as helping us through the unique challenges of changing countries and curriculums. My son... |
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(4.5)
HDCH provides exceptional opportunities for students to get involved in areas they prefer which... With the COVID restrictions, the administration had to communicate frequently and concisely with parents and students to keep them apprised of the constantly changing situation. The weekly newsletters that are published provi... Of the experience we've had thus far, teachers are passionate and dedicated to the subjects that they teach. This translates into better assignments that students are asked to complete and keeping students more engaged. The ... The academics at HDCH are progressive and current, allowing students to flourish in future endeavors. The project-based learning is good (although as a university instructor, I don't always enjoy the inconsistent results of p... The student body is welcoming and encouraging. There is diversity among students, which is beneficial for belonging and acceptance. Being a private school, the culture is one of the upper class which can be a detractor for s... Overall, school life is enjoyable at HDCH. Students are encouraged to participate in school life, while it isn't necessarily mandatory. The broad catchment area for students can be challenging for students to develop friends... The school is on a large campus which provides opportunities for a variety of initiatives such as baseball, soccer, beach volleyball, lacrosse, disc golf, etc. The surrounding community is growing, and coming closer, allowing... The admission process for HDCH is very seamless. We were coming from a local Christian grade school which made the process even easier. During grade 8, our child was invited to spend a day at HDCH which allowed them to becom... The student services department is very well staffed and allows for many opportunities for students to be supported. Staff are welcoming and engaged in school life so they are well known to students. This also allows student... |
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