French Immersion Program
Willingdon is a French Immersion school where only French is taught during the first three years of schooling, at the Kindergarten and Cycle I levels; all subjects, with the exception of Ethics and Religious Culture, are taught in French.
Once in Cycle II, the students receive instruction in both English and French.
The subjects taught in French at the Cycle II and III levels are French second language, sciences humaines, éthique et culture réligieuse, éducation physique et à la santé, musique et arts plastiques. The courses instructed in the English language are English language arts, mathematics and science and technology. The Immersion schedule of the Cycle II and III students alternates whole days for each language; the fifth day is shared with instruction in both French and English.
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The 21st Century Learner
Our 21st Century Learning Curriculum encourages students to be active participants in the learning process. We support our staff in developing and integrating pedagogical practices that nurture students’ personal and academic growth, taking into account individual learning styles, multiple intelligences, and the positive effects of frequent periods of physical activity. Our aim is to engage students in hands-on cooperative learning situations that offer them opportunities to develop skills in collaboration and creative problem-solving. Students are encouraged to think critically and to share their ideas within the classroom, the school and the larger community.
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Resource Teachers provide assistance to students who need extra help in English, as well as in French. Teachers collaborate to include students with special needs in regular classes.
Support Initiatives:
- The Wilson Reading Program
- Tutors for French, English and Math
- 2 Table Model in class
- Learning Centers
- Homework Program after school