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We believe that the process of learning is as important as actual achievement.  We aim to create a learning environment in which each student feels valued and where there is freedom to express ideas and opinions, which may be examined openly and objectively.  Our learning process focuses not only on gaining knowledge but also on the development of critical thinking, creativity, and acquisition of skills for life.  As a result, students will become independent lifelong learners.  We strive to provide students with opportunities to develop their gifts and talents through as many aspects of school life as possible: academically, socially, through sports and creative arts.

We believe that for students to feel fulfilled and achieve their potential, they must experience love, care and respect for themselves and others.  In addition, they must also assume responsibility for their decisions and actions.  It is extremely important that they learn to value their first language and culture.

The Dream School is committed to implementing different teaching strategies in order to challenge students and help them become proficient in English. These strategies include small group interventions, finding and creating new resources, and re-arranging the schedule to include time at the end of the day for students to read books they enjoy from the library. We are also investing in our teachers through teacher training, teacher observations and purposeful teacher meetings. Often we get asked why we do some of the things we do. We strive to have a reason behind the decisions we make with the driving motivation to do what is best for our students. Read our brochure to learn more.