Fern Hill’s Partnership with the U of T Jazz Programme a Highlight for Students
Through an initiative to expand jazz music knowledge at the elementary level, U of T Jazz has partnered with Fern Hill School to deliver an innovative learning experience for our Grade 5 to 8 students. The programme, spearheaded by Fern Hill’s musical director Mr. Chris Cigolea and the school’s directors and co-founders, Wendy Derrick and Joanne McLean, brings the talents of U of T’s music programme to the students. Accompanied by U of T faculty member and professional trumpet...
Read MoreWhy Choose a School that ends in Grade 8?
With a strong and vibrant Intermediate programme for students in Grades 6-8, at Fern Hill, we feel strongly that a school ending in Grade 8 serves children more effectively.
Read MoreEarly Years Mandarin curriculum a big hit with students and parents
by: Derrick Muntwyler, Assistant Head of School, Burlington Campus This Fall, Fern Hill was pleased to launch a new learning initiative introducing Mandarin language to our Preschool, Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten students. This unique offering integrates Mandarin language study into our programme in a seamless way. Ms. Lee participates in the classroom and introduces Mandarin words and concepts throughout the learning day. Ms. Lee will also actively participate in a physical...
Read MoreBuilding a Strong Foundation for Learning Success
For more than 29 years, our youngest students have been building early literacy and numeracy skills with extraordinary, dynamic teachers in bright and engaging classrooms. Their days are filled with vibrant learning opportunities that emphasize early socialization with peers in an academic setting that offers individualized attention.
Read MoreAppleby College Admission Agreement with Fern Hill for students entering Grade 9
We are pleased to advise of an agreement that provides Fern Hill School’s graduating Grade 8 students with early admission into Grade 9 at Appleby College.
Read MoreMindset: A New Way to Think about Learning
"I got an A without trying!" is a common comment made by children to prove their intelligence. Carol Dweck, a Stanford University Professor and the author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, would argue that this comment demonstrates a "fixed mindset" which will never allow a child to fully achieve their potential.
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