Durham Academy campus in Oshawa, Ontario

Durham Academy

Oshawa, OntarioDay · Co-edGrades Nursery – 12Est. 1978
Grades
Nursery – 12
Enrollment
258
Day Tuition
CA$10,650/yr
Class Size
8 students
Small classes
Acceptance
98%
Welcoming
Founded
1978
Gender Policy
Co-ed

About Durham Academy

Durham Academy is a private co-educational school in Oshawa, Ontario, serving students at the secondary level. The school is guided by values of rigor, excellence, integrity.

Core Values

RigorExcellenceIntegrity

Teaching Philosophy

We believe in partnership between the school and the family and we are committed to help each student meet their individual potential. All 3 schools offer a warm, supportive inclusive environment. Our qualified teachers deliver a high quality, enhanced curriculum that challenges each student to meet their full potential.

What Makes Durham Academy Special

  • Secondary education
  • Montessori-certified program

Academics

Curriculum

Durham Academy offers Montessori, Local, and Other curriculums, with specializations in STEM, Arts, Languages, and Sports.

Academic Environment

Academic Culture
Supportive

Languages of Instruction

English

Programs & Extracurriculars

Arts Programs

3 programs
Music (instrumental)Visual artsDrama/Theatre

Sports

4 programs
BasketballSoccerBadmintonVolleyball

Clubs & Activities

2 programs
YearbookDebate

Campus & Facilities

Durham Academy features a campus with Science lab.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Day Tuition

CA$10,650

per year

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

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Admissions

Day Student Deadline
Rolling
Acceptance Rate
98%

Requirements

  • Application form
  • Report cards
  • Interview
  • Reference letters
  • Essay
  • Shadow day

Community & Culture

Durham Academy cultivates a close-knit, family-oriented community where students and staff maintain strong relationships across all grade levels. The school emphasizes a warm and supportive environment, with small class sizes that allow teachers to know each student and family personally. Beyond academics, the school offers enriched programming including weekly sports intramurals, art and music programs, and co-curricular clubs ranging from yearbook to math competitions. At the secondary level, community involvement is central to the program—students complete a minimum of 40 hours of community service as part of their diploma requirements, fostering awareness of their role in supporting their communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion information is not prominently featured on the website. The school describes itself as offering a warm, supportive, and inclusive environment committed to helping each student meet their individual potential, but specific DEI initiatives, programs, or statements are not detailed in the available materials.

Parent Involvement

The website emphasizes partnership between school and family, with parents noting they receive regular updates on their child's daily progress. Teachers are described as readily available to address concerns and resolve issues. However, specific details about parent committees, volunteer opportunities, or formal engagement structures are not prominently featured on the website. The school encourages prospective families to tour the facilities and invites prospective students to spend a day experiencing the school firsthand.

Accreditations & Recognition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durham Academy

Durham Academy serves students in grades Nursery-12.

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