Pear Tree Elementary blog

The Transition from Pear Tree to High School

One of the most common questions we are asked is how Pear Tree students will manage in high school. While we are opening our own middle/high school this coming September, many of our previous students have had to transition to schools with more traditional learning approaches, namely subject-based, teacher-centred lessons. Previous families have wondered how…

Jason Abelson

How to Pay for Private School: 8 Smart Tips Anyone Can Benefit From

You’re considering placing your child in a private school. You don’t need us to tell you how great of a decision this is. Private schools offer many benefits to our children including smaller classroom sizes, more focused lessons, and many more. Although you know just how important it is to place your child in a private school,…

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Comfortable at School: 7 Tips for Teaching Social Skills to Your Child

Is your child at the age when they are preparing to enter elementary school? Are you worried about him/her having trouble socializing and making friends? If so, then you can use this as an opportunity for teaching social skills that will help your kid get along with others easily. Awkward children face a variety of…

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Top 5 Reasons Why Physical Education Is Just as Important as Schoolwork

Did you know physical activity among children and teens is getting dangerously low? Only 35% of children aged five to 17 years old get the recommended amount of physical activity per day. This is why physical education in schools is important. It compensates for the lack of physical activity among children. However, why do they need to be active…

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STEM vs STEAM: Understanding the Differences and Finding What’s Right for Your Child

There are only 90 STEM public high schools across the U.S. And still, STEM education is often a talking point amongst parents, politicians and educators. Chances are, you’re familiar with this educational buzzword. And maybe you’ve heard of its counterpart, STEAM. Each program has its merits, of course — but you want to make sure you select the right…

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9 Impressive Benefits of School Uniforms

While school uniforms still remain scarce in Canadian public schools, there are many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, Japan and Thailand, that recognize the benefits of school uniforms for all ages. Shirts, ties, and blazers are the norm for a lot of these schoolchildren, while others wear an interpretation of their country’s…

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The Benefits of a Healthy School Lunch for Your Child

Many kids rely on school lunch for their mid-day meal. Here’s why choosing a school with a good lunch program can make a difference for your child! If you enjoy preparing and eating tasty, nutritious food, chances are that you were exposed to healthy eating from a very young age. Good habits like these, in…

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Does Pear Tree’s Approach Help Kids With Focusing Problems?

If you have a child diagnosed with or displaying symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or ADHD (ADD with hyperactivity), you might be wondering if Pear Tree Elementary would be the right fit for your child. There isn’t simple answer to this. The issue is that for any student to learn in any educational setting,…

Paul Romani (M.Ed.)

Pear Tree high school & expansion!

We have held off on sharing any plans for Pear Tree until now, as nothing was confirmed with our landlord or the City of Vancouver. However, we are delighted to finally be able to share some exciting news with all of you! Most of you will be aware of a new suite opposite that we…

Paul Romani (M.Ed.)

7 Key Benefits of Attending Private Elementary School

Guest Post Over the course of your son or daughter’s childhood, you are going to have to make a lot of important decisions for them. You want them to have all the best opportunities in life. One of the biggest decisions you will make is about their education. Early education is crucial for child development. So you…

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