The 50-page review of Heritage Academy of Learning Excellence is part of our series of in-depth accounts of Canada's leading private schools. It provides a unique and objective perspective on the school's academics, programs, culture, and community.
Read our in-depth review"Ranked the top private school in Ottawa for 2023, 2024, and 2025, Heritage Academy specializes in supporting students with Dyslexia and other language-based learning exceptionalities. Our multisensory environment and smaller class sizes benefit students with a wide range of other exceptionalities. By promoting the values of honesty, perseverance, and teamwork, Heritage Academy fosters acceptance and growth among our students and enables them to reach their full potential."
Our environment, with smaller class sizes and less stimulus, are often advantageous to students with ADD/ADHD. In addition, our teachers bring in the use of frequent body breaks, use of manipulatives, use of multisensory fidgets and use of the desk bicycles.
By promoting the values of honesty, perseverance and respect, Heritage fosters acceptance and growth among our students, and enables them to reach their full academic potential. We love to see students learn how to succeed and enjoy school.
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Heritage Academy accepts students with or without learning exceptionalities;
Here is a list of common learning exceptionalities or neuro development disorders:
1. Dyslexia
2. Dysgraphia
3. Dyscalculia
4. A.D.D.
5. A.D.H.D.
6. A.S.D. (Level 1)
7. Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NLD)
8. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
9. Visual Processing Disorder
10. Anxiety/Panic Attacks
11. Executive Functioning Disorder
12. Memory Difficulties
13. LD in Math
To gain admission, students must be able to;
- understand and communicate in English
- must demonstrate the capacity for self-regulation within and beyond the classroom
- effective collaboration with peers and not negatively impact their learning and the learning of others
- work independently as needed
- follow the curriculum without 1:1 additional assistance from an EA
- follow the school's code of conduct and refrain from engaging in bullying or physical aggression
Families have grown to know Heritage as a school that provides both academic and social support for students struggling in their current environment. Heritage believes in the potential of our students. Once they have been provided with the tools and strategies to help them learn based on their individual profile, our students can excel and reach their utmost potential.
Heritage Academy in Ottawa is highly regarded for its focus on supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning exceptionalities. Established in 1989, the school provides a nurturing environment with small class sizes, multisensory teaching methods, and individualized support. These accommodations are particularly beneficial for students with ADHD, anxiety, and attention-based challenges.
Heritage Academy fosters a sense of inclusion and growth, making it a preferred choice for families seeking personalized educational approaches.
Additionally, the academy has been recognized as one of Ottawa's top private schools since 2020, thanks to its innovative teaching methods and consistent results in helping students.
By engaging students with multisensory teaching techniques and by using different modalities, students love to learn at Heritage.
We help students foster new friendships and face new challenges with a positive and open approach. Children deserve an environment that is nurturing, and understanding each student's true potential is essential.
Our teachers and tutors are dedicated to making a difference in their students' lives. Working tirelessly to ensure the curriculum is delivered engagingly and that students progress in the areas that may have been difficult for them, our staff ensures that each student enjoys school and is part of the learning adventure each grade experiences. We follow the "Tribes" program and want all students to feel included and part of the Heritage family.
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