St. Jude's Academy

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. St. Jude's Academy operates on two campuses: JK–6 at 2150 Torquay Mews and 7–12 at 6745 Century Ave, Mississauga. The school day runs Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm.

Lower School (JK–6) and Upper School (7–12). The Lower School is located at 2150 Torquay Mews and the Upper School at 6745 Century Ave, Mississauga.

Private IB school offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Canada

Hours are 7:30am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Before and after school care is available.

Bus routes cover boundaries: North boundary Queen Street West in Brampton; West boundary Ninth Line; South boundary Dundas; East boundary Highway 10 (Hurontario Street); out-of-boundary pickups available for an additional fee. Bus drivers have a minimum of three years of school-bus driving experience; buses are year 2020 models with air conditioning. For fees and schedules, contact akhursheed@stjudesacademy.ca.

St. Jude's Academy offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum for JK–12. Primary Years Programme (PYP) covers JK to Grade 6; Middle Years Programme (MYP) covers Grades 7 to 10; Diploma Programme (DP) covers Grades 11–12. The PYP uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum with specialist-led instruction in French, Music, Art, Drama and Physical Education. The MYP continues IB learning with core and specialist teachers and includes a dedicated Media Arts class and a focus on developing learning skills such as accountability, organization, self-regulation and collaboration. The Diploma Programme has six subject groups and three core elements—Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)—with courses taught over two years. Graduates receive the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and many proceed to universities worldwide.

A total of 47 graduates received the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. They have been accepted to Canadian and international universities and programs, including University of Toronto (St. George) – Rotman Commerce; University of Ottawa – Health Sciences; McMaster University – Mathematics and Statistics; University of Waterloo – Biotechnology/CPA; York University – Commerce; and UNSW Sydney and The University of Sydney.

Graduates attend universities across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia. Canadian destinations include University of Toronto, McMaster University, University of Ottawa, York University, Ryerson University, Western University and the University of British Columbia. International destinations include UNSW Sydney and The University of Sydney in Australia; in the United States: Arizona State University, UIUC, UCSC and UC Davis; and in the United Kingdom, universities such as Manchester, Exeter, Durham, Leeds and Bristol.

Guidance counselors manage student assessments, class placements, behavioural issues, academic guidance and university preparation. The school provides two guidance staff to support students in their journey at SJA and beyond. The House System (Kappa, Zeta and Theta) fosters community, inclusion and mutual respect across JK–12.

Learning support is available to assist students with academic or behavioural needs.

Instruction is primarily in English. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are available for international students who require it. Two International Registration Packages exist: English-speaking international students; International + ESL for students who require ESL.

Guidance counselors support student wellbeing, including assessments, class placements, behavioural issues, academic guidance and university preparation. The school also maintains a multicultural, inclusive environment that values inclusion and mutual respect, supporting social-emotional development.

Two-step admissions: a personalized virtual information session provides an overview of the IB Programme and Student Life, followed by a campus tour where families can see classrooms in action and meet teachers. For Grades 1-8, admission may require an assessment in reading, writing and math based on the two most recent final report cards; Grades 9-12 use report cards, transcripts and teacher references to determine fit. Upper School references include one English, Science or Social Studies reference and one Math reference. After the review, admission decisions are based on report cards, academic potential, extracurricular achievements, character and overall suitability. Learning support is available and the Guidance Counsellor continues to assess student cases as needed. Registration Package is completed electronically and is available by grade on the Tuition & Fees page; International Registration Packages include English-speaking international students and International + ESL for students who require English classes (ESL). For international students, a 50% tuition deposit by wire transfer is required to receive the official Acceptance Letter to apply for the Student Visa, and the full tuition payment is due 10 days after obtaining the Student Visa.