The picturesque lakeside city of Burlington is becoming an increasingly desirable place for Ontarians to live. Ranking in first place in Maclean’s 2019 edition of the Best Communities in Canada list, Burlington excelled in areas such as local amenities, low crime rates, and overall culture and community attributes.
While there’s plenty of buzz about living in Burlington, one essential factor that families should still consider is how well the area’s schools rank. Luckily, the city also scores well in the education department. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve drawn up a list of the best local schools (including helpful information like EQAO exam results and the Fraser Institute’s School Rankings scores).
Without further ado, here’s our hand-picked list of Burlington’s top schools…
John T Tuck Public School
Located in the quaint residential neighbourhood of Tuck Creek, John T Tuck Public School welcomes children from junior kindergarten to grade 8. The Fraser Institute gives this learning institution an impressive 8.8 out of 10!
On average, junior students’ results on EQAO assessments show continuously-improving performances across reading, writing, and mathematics.
Extracurricular activities at John T Tuck include student leadership teams, various arts groups, sports teams and intramural programs, charitable fundraising initiatives, and a large selection of clubs and activities.
Charles R. Beaudoin Public School
Backing onto Taywood Park and surrounded by the greens of the Millcroft Golf Club, Charles R. Beaudoin Public School is perfectly situated for students who enjoy being outdoors.
Charles R. Beaudion serves kids from junior kindergarten up to grade 8. Currently, the school has 612 children enrolled. With a Fraser Institute School ranking of 8.1 out of 10, it’s safe to say that every one of these students is receiving a top-notch education!
Between 2017 and 2019, the average EQAO assessment results show that junior students improved in the reading and writing categories compared to years past.
Currently, students at Charles R. Beaudoin benefit from several online mathematics and language resources available online. These are incredibly helpful tools for at-home learning during the COVID-19 pandemic!
St. Raphael Catholic School
Situated near the intersection of Walkers Line and New Street (just a few minutes away from Strathcona Park), St. Raphael Catholic School is conveniently located for student pick-ups and drop-offs.
There’s a wide range of ages at St. Raphael Catholic School, with students attending full-day kindergarten classes up to grade 8. This local institution currently scores an 8.1 out of 10 on the Fraser Institute’s school rankings list.
St. Raphael boasts an extensive list of extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports, social justice initiatives, and more. These include an Eco Team, Model UN Ambassadors Club, a Roots of Empathy Club, and a Friendship Festival/Anti-Bullying Week (to name a few).
Alton Village Public School
In the north-west corner of downtown Burlington, you’ll find Alton Village Public School.
With 1088 students enrolled in classes from junior kindergarten to grade 8, this local learning institution welcomes children from many local Burlington families.
Alton Village lands a score of 7.9 out of 10 from the Fraser Institute. Its student performances increased steadily between 2017 and 2019, according to average junior EQAO results.
Along with numerous sports teams and intramural programs, Alton Village Public School (AVPS) also offers extracurricular activities ranging from drama and music to environmental and social awareness clubs. AVPS has also partnered with Today’s Family to provide before and after school programs to children up to 12 years old.
Orchard Park Public School
Located between Pathfinder Park and Prescott Parkette in Burlington’s residential north end, Orchard Park Public School (OPPS) sits in a safe neighbourhood surrounded by convenient outdoor spaces.
Just under 500 students between junior kindergarten and grade 8 attend Orchard Park, making it one of the smaller schools in the area. Smaller class sizes can mean more personalized attention for kids—which is certainly worth considering when you’re making a decision! The Fraser Institute also gives OPPS a 7.6 ranking out of 10.
At Orchard Park Public School, students enjoy a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts and athletics programs. These include Robotics Club, Tech Crew, Wellness Club, and Red Maple Reading Club, to name a few.
If you can picture yourself living in the family-oriented city of Burlington, take a look through our latest featured listings to see what’s available.
