Educational Philosophy

You go to school not so much for knowledge as for arts and habits
For the habit of attention, for the art of expression
For the art of entering quickly into another persons thoughts
For the art of working out what is possible in a given time
For the art of indicating ascent or descent in graduated terms
For taste, for discrimination for mental courage and for mental soberness

Positive experiences in the elementary years are crucial to the neurological, social and academic development of a child. The mind, body and soul must all develop in unison in a pure and wholesome way: especially in their formative years, for them to achieve their maximum spiritual and worldly potential later in their lives. Children are individuals and as such each one matures according to a different pattern. Respecting this developmental fact, we evaluate programs regularly and plan our classrooms accordingly.

In the Primary Division (Junior Kindergarten to Grade Three), we employ a careful blend of traditional techniques and an active hands-on learning. You may observe a child working independently at a desk or with partners at a table. A secure sense of orderliness is achieved by effective and consistent organization by the teacher, supported by experience, relevant research and best practice. Our learning environment is structured around integrated themes which link subjects globally and personally in a student-centered environment.

Students entering the Junior Division at Grade Four and above are expected to possess key independent skills in language and arithmetic. From this solid foundation, our students continue to develop basic skills as they learn to apply their learning to problem solving and critical thinking. At this level, our junior students are expected to become increasingly self-reliant and independent. Language is emphasized across the curriculum as a key component in science, technology, mathematics, social studies and the arts. Units of study continue to be integrated around themes to ensure an inter-disciplinary approach.

Being at Haadi feels like home to my kids!

— Sis. N. Ftouni
[Grade 1 Parent]
Sending our children to Haadi school has been one of the best decisions we have made. The teachers are very committed and interested in creating learning opportunities for the children.

— Sis. T. Syed
[Grade 2 Parent]
The pre-school class is run excellently, very organized; my daughter is truly learning a lot!

— Sis. J. Noureddin
[Pre-School Parent]
Entire school staff takes special interest in ensuring a clean and positive learning environment.

— Sis. T. Syed
[Grade 4 Parent]
Students are treated in a very pleasant and favorable way, I guess that's why my kids always long to go back to school.

— Sis. N. Ftouni
[Pre-School Parent]
True to its principles Haadi school is leaving no stone unturned to find a perfect balance between mainstream curriculum and religious education.

— Bro. S. Syed
[Grade 4 Parent]
I like that the children go outside for recess, even in the winter. One of the negatives about their old school is that they barely went outside. Please keep this up.

— Sis. J. Noureddin
[Grade 3 Parent]
I like that speeches are encouraged during special events like muharram, it helps the kids with their public speaking and self-confidence.

— Bro. A Chakaroun
[Grade 3 Parent]
I like that a breakfast program has been set up for Fridays.

— Sis. J. Noureddin
[Pre-School Parent]
I believe Haadi has got exceptional teachers with great attitude towards teaching.

— Sis. N. Ftouni
[Grade 1 Parent]
I like that the washrooms and the whole space in general are clean.

— Sis. J. Noureddin
[Grade 3 Parent]
The teachers are very warm and treat the kids like their own; this is very reassuring as a parent.

— Bro. A Chakaroun
[Pre-School Parent]
I have been in both of my kids classes for many times and i could tell that students enjoyed it.

— Sis. N. Ftouni
[Pre-School & Grade 1 Parent]