Mindware Academy campus in Ottawa, Ontario

Mindware Academy

Ottawa, OntarioDay · Co-edGrades 1 – 8Est. 2005
Grades
1 – 8
Enrollment
40
Day Tuition
CA$18,000/yr
Class Size
8 students
Small classes
Acceptance
80%
Welcoming
Founded
2005
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Mindware Academy

Mindware strives to empower children with learning disabilities and inspire them to be all they can be.

Mindware Academy is a specialized private co-educational school in Ottawa, Ontario, serving students at the elementary level. Individualized, inclusive education with specialized support for diverse learning needs.

Core Values

InclusionRespectGrowthCompassionPerseverance

Teaching Philosophy

Mindware Academy’s program serves students aged six to fourteen (grades 1-8). Our elementary program offers the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum in a language-intensive, small classroom experience, with a daily individualized tutorial. Students in our Intermediate program, which also offers a daily individualized program, enjoy small classes with added electives to allow them to explore individual interests.

What Makes Mindware Academy Special

  • Special needs education
  • Elementary education

Academics

Curriculum

Mindware Academy offers Local and Other curriculums, with specializations in Learning Disabilities, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Learning Dysphasia, and Verbal Apraxia.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Supportive

Languages of Instruction

English

Learning Support

Trauma Informed School, Regulation Support, Peace Circle, and Journey Jam

Programs & Extracurriculars

Sports

1 programs
Other

Campus & Facilities

Mindware Academy features a campus with Park.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$18,000

per year

Near average for Ontario private schools (~CA$18,000/yr)
Financial Aid
Not available

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
Rolling
Acceptance Rate
80%

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Report cards
  • Interview
  • Other

Community & Culture

Mindware Academy cultivates a warm, supportive environment centered on helping students with learning disabilities discover their confidence and potential. The school emphasizes safety and belonging through structured programs like Peace Circle and Journey Jam, weekly theme-based group discussions that build community and teach respectful communication. With a maximum of eight students per class, the school fosters meaningful one-on-one connections between teachers and students. The location near a beautiful park provides daily outdoor time, and the balanced schedule allows ample space for play and social interaction alongside academics.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mindware Academy operates as a trauma-informed school, practicing principles of safety, trust, connection, empowerment, and recognition of cultural, historical, medical, and gender issues. The school's core values include integrity, compassion, fairness, truth, and tolerance. While the website does not explicitly detail a formal diversity and inclusion program, the school's mission emphasizes creating a safe, nurturing environment where all students with learning disabilities feel supported and confident, with staff trained to address children's needs holistically—physically, socially, emotionally, and academically.

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement details are not prominently featured on the website. The school does offer enrollment consultations with the Director & Principal to discuss individual student needs, and parents can access the school via phone (613-882-3449) or email (office@mindware.ca). The website includes parent testimonials and encourages families to visit the Facebook page for virtual tours and activity updates, but specific volunteer opportunities or parent committees are not described.

Accreditations & Recognition

Ministry-inspected

Contact Mindware Academy

Address

985 Pinecrest Rd, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Phone

613-829-2694

Email

info@mindware.ca

Website

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mindware Academy

Mindware Academy serves students in grades 1-8.

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