Villa Maria

General

• What does the entrance exam consist of?

  The English sector entrance exam is conducted in English, and is comprised of four (4) tests: language ability, math, reading comprehension, and writing evaluation. These evaluations are conducted within a three and a half (3.5) hour period. Once accepted, new students will sit a French placement test which will determine their placement in the French language program.

• How much study time will my daughter be expected to spend in the evening?

  Students are expected to dedicate between one (1) and two (2) hours to homework and review each night, depending on the grade level.

• How many students write the entrance exams each year?

  Between 400 and 500 students write the entrance exam annually. Each sector admits a maximum of 130 girls into Secondary 1.

• What are the advantages of an all-girls' school like Villa Maria?

  • Villa Maria offers a supportive and stimulating environment where girls are challenged to meet their potential, and gain a genuine sense of self-confidence.

  • Our educational community is based on a comprehensive understanding of how girls learn and succeed, taking into special consideration the cognitive and social development of 12 to 16 year old girls.

  • Students at girls' schools enjoy not just equal opportunity, but every opportunity. Participation in Student Council, Sport Teams, Science Fair, Cultural and Community Activities, Local and National Competitions, and Awards ensures that all our students have the opportunity to be the speakers, players, writers, athletes and leaders.

  • Villa Maria is where life-long friendships are formed.

  • An all-girl environment allows for honest, open, comfortable discussion of female issues.

   

• What is the average class size?

  The average class size is thirty-one (31).

• How many students are enrolled at Villa Maria?

  There are approximately 600 students in each of the two sectors, one English, the other French.

• Are there extra-curricular activities and opportunities to study at lunch time and after school?

  During lunch and after school, students are encouraged to participate in one of the many activities available such as tutorials with classroom teachers, intramural sports or organized activities and clubs. Students may also make use of the library or computer lab to complete homework or study, individually or in groups.

• How should I prepare my daughter for the Secondary One entrance exam?

  The school entrance exam is based on the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the elementary school years. A student who has worked hard and succeeded up to that point should be able to pass the entrance exam without difficulty.

• Can students leave the grounds during the lunch hour?

  Students may not leave school grounds during school hours without the express permission of their parents and the school administration.

• Is Villa Maria a multi-ethnic school?

  Students at Villa Maria come from 80 different countries and speak 26 different languages.

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