Ottawa Micro-School -
Empowering Agency and
Growth Mindset,
Unleashing Potential
Small Class Size
As a micro-school with small classes, our low student-to-teacher ratio allows for differentiated instruction and deeper relationships. Students are seen, heard, and known. They matter.
Learning How to Learn
Cultivating the habits and skills that fuel lifelong learning. Curiosity, reflection, and the ability to navigate complex problems ethically; these are the 21st-century competencies for studies, work, and life in an everchanging world.
Post Secondary Connection
Admittance to programmes and universities, colleges of choice with scholarships via mastery of OSSD course content. More importantly, graduates leave us with a clear sense of who they are as learners.
I will always be grateful for the amazing educational years C. SM. had with your fantastic educational team. Her dedication for higher education, her strive to always do her best, her inquisitive mind and love of learning comes from the strong foundation taught to her by you and your teachers.
D.S.
- About School
Uncover the History and Vision That Drive AcadeCap Forward
Dive into our school’s story, exploring the history, mission, and values that shape our community. Discover how our dedicated team and shared goals contribute to students’ success.
- Academic Programs
Fostering Excellence Through Purposeful Learning Experiences
- Admissions
Explore the Admission Process and Join Our Learning Community
News And Events
School News and Event
Highlights
- Events
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You are invited to come learn more about Ottawa's premier micro school and it's bilingual IB PYP in the early years!
Our next open house is Thursday, January 8, 2026.
- News
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Our AcadeCap community continues to show its commitment to making a real difference. Over the past month, we have collected donations from our students, families, and staff to support Shawna’s Outreach — a local initiative that provides essential items to individuals experiencing homelessness, including socks, pre-packaged snacks, warm coats, sleeping bags, and more.
Thank you to those who donated!
- AcadeHack is almost here!
M. Kidane is excited to share this special event with our students and families. A hackathon is a fun, free coding challenge where students build creative projects.
On November 28th, the morning will include a coding scavenger hunt and unplugged activities. AcadeHack officially begins at noon as students form teams and choose their challenges. Categories include Game Design, Animation, Engineering, Electronics, and more! Workshops may include HTML/CSS, Scratch Animation, and 3D Printing.
Our K–1 learners will enjoy hands-on iSTEAM activities to build early coding skills. Grades 3–6 will work until 4:00 pm, and Grades 7–12 have the option to stay overnight.
Mentors will be on site to guide students, run mini-workshops, and keep the momentum going.
Go AcadeHackers!
- News
- Seven AcadeCap students—from Grades 7 to 11—brought their A-game and left an impact with their impressive projects at the Ottawa Regional Science Fair 2025 - Expo -Sciences Régionale d’Ottawa.
- A huge congratulations to all our participants for their outstanding efforts and for representing our school with enthusiasm and excellence.
- Senior Interdisciplinary Category: Second Place - "Is Wetter Better?"
- Junior Interdisciplinary Category: Honourable Mention – "Personality and Memory"
- Honeywell Aerospace Special Award for Innovative and Outstanding Project – $150 prize: "Quantum Entangled Particles: Telecommunications, Cryptography, and Beyond"
- Ottawa Horticultural Society Special Award – $150 prize: "Is Wetter Better? Aquaponics vs Aeroponics vs Soil"
- Registration
AcadeCamp Kinder (ages 4 & 5)
AcadeCamp (ages 6 to 9)
AcadeCoders JR (ages 8 to10)
AcadeCoders (ages 11+)
Contact-info@acadecap.org
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You are invited to come learn more about Ottawa's premier micro school and it's bilingual IB PYP in the early years!
Our next open house is Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
- News
- Our very first Celebration of Learning, at our new campus, took place under the big tent on Thursday, June 19, 2025!
- Congratulations to all of the AcadeCap students for their performances, academic achievements, and assuredly for their growth as learners.
- Words of appreciation to M. T. for having prepared the students to perform their pieces outdoors and in a tent!
- Many thanks to D.J, who capably keeps all the moving parts of this event running smoothly.
- To K. J., multi-tasker extraordinaire, who somehow always knows where everything is, whether it’s on the computer, in the shed, or tucked away in the basement.
- To B. R., for managing the sound so everything can be heard clearly and confidently.
- Thank you, teachers, as well, for your thoughtful selection of pieces and the teamwork that helped make this Celebration of Learning possible.
- Big thanks to our MCs, G. M., N. R., Q. M., and R. T., for keeping everything flowing so well.
- Orange Shirt Day
As part of our school-wide recognition of Truth and Reconciliation, students across all ages reflected on the history and ongoing impact of residential schools in Canada. Through guided discussions and shared learning, they explored the importance of honouring the children who were taken from their families, the resilience of Indigenous communities, and our collective responsibility to seek truth, healing, and justice.
Inspired by the teachings of butterflies, sunflowers, and hummingbirds, students created artwork representing transformation, remembrance, and resilience. These natural symbols carry both ecological importance and deep Indigenous significance, reminding us to face the past with truth and move forward with hope.
News And Events
School News and Event
Highlights
- Events
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You are invited to come learn more about Ottawa's premier micro school and it's bilingual IB PYP in the early years!
Our next open house is Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
- News
- Back to School: As we open our doors for a new academic year, we do so with a deep sense of anticipation and purpose. The start of the school year offers an important opportunity to reconnect with returning students and families, extend a warm welcome to those joining our community, and set a strong foundation for meaningful learning and growth. We look forward to working together to ensure a year marked by excellence, curiosity, and achievement.
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Corn Roast: We’re excited to welcome our families to our Annual Corn Roast on September 17! Come enjoy fresh corn, a variety of delicious sides, and a chance to connect with fellow families and staff as we celebrate the start of a new school year.
Please RSVP using the link provided in the weekly email.
- Meet Us at the Our Kids Private School Expo
We are excited to share that AcadeCap will be an exhibitor at the OUR KIDS Private School Expo on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Rogers Centre, formerly the Shaw Centre. This event is a great opportunity for prospective families to meet with school representatives, explore programs, and discover the best fit for their child’s education.
Get Your Pass:
Family passes are just $10 and can be purchased through the OUR KIDS registration page. We look forward to connecting with you there!
- News
- Seven AcadeCap students—from Grades 7 to 11—brought their A-game and left an impact with their impressive projects at the Ottawa Regional Science Fair 2025 - Expo -Sciences Régionale d’Ottawa.
- A huge congratulations to all our participants for their outstanding efforts and for representing our school with enthusiasm and excellence.
- Senior Interdisciplinary Category: Second Place - "Is Wetter Better?"
- Junior Interdisciplinary Category: Honourable Mention – "Personality and Memory"
- Honeywell Aerospace Special Award for Innovative and Outstanding Project – $150 prize: "Quantum Entangled Particles: Telecommunications, Cryptography, and Beyond"
- Ottawa Horticultural Society Special Award – $150 prize: "Is Wetter Better? Aquaponics vs Aeroponics vs Soil"
- Registration
- Events
- You are invited to come learn more about Ottawa's premier micro school and it's bilingual IB PYP in the early years!
- News
- Our very first Celebration of Learning, at our new campus, took place under the big tent on Thursday, June 19, 2025!
- Congratulations to all of the AcadeCap students for their performances, academic achievements, and assuredly for their growth as learners.
- Words of appreciation to M. T. for having prepared the students to perform their pieces outdoors and in a tent!
- Many thanks to D.J, who capably keeps all the moving parts of this event running smoothly.
- To K. J., multi-tasker extraordinaire, who somehow always knows where everything is, whether it’s on the computer, in the shed, or tucked away in the basement.
- To B. R., for managing the sound so everything can be heard clearly and confidently.
- Thank you, teachers, as well, for your thoughtful selection of pieces and the teamwork that helped make this Celebration of Learning possible.
- Big thanks to our MCs, G. M., N. R., Q. M., and R. T., for keeping everything flowing so well.
- Registration
AcadeCamp Kinder (ages 4 & 5)
AcadeCamp (ages 6 to 9)
AcadeCoders JR (ages 8 to10)
AcadeCoders (ages 11+) Contact-info@acadecap.org
News And Events
Latest News and
Upcoming Events
- Events
- You are invited to come learn more about Ottawa's premier micro school and it's bilingual IB PYP in the early years!
- News
- Our very first Celebration of Learning, at our new campus, took place under the big tent on Thursday, June 19, 2025!
- Congratulations to all of the AcadeCap students for their performances, academic achievements, and assuredly for their growth as learners.
- Words of appreciation to M. T. for having prepared the students to perform their pieces outdoors and in a tent!
- Many thanks to D.J, who capably keeps all the moving parts of this event running smoothly.
- To K. J., multi-tasker extraordinaire, who somehow always knows where everything is, whether it’s on the computer, in the shed, or tucked away in the basement.
- To B. R., for managing the sound so everything can be heard clearly and confidently.
- Thank you, teachers, as well, for your thoughtful selection of pieces and the teamwork that helped make this Celebration of Learning possible.
- Big thanks to our MCs, G. M., N. R., Q. M., and R. T., for keeping everything flowing so well.
- Registration
AcadeCamp Kinder (ages 4 & 5)
AcadeCamp (ages 6 to 9)
AcadeCoders JR (ages 8 to10)
AcadeCoders (ages 11+) Contact-info@acadecap.org
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Eager and enthusiastic voices were heard as the PYP iSTEAM Fair got underway yesterday afternoon. Smart work, innovative ideas, and application of the scientific method
Hackathon 2024
Dive into the Future of Innovation with Acadecap’s Inaugural Hackathon! Calling all aspiring innovators, coders, and problem-solvers! Acadecap Private School is thrilled to announce its
- Unique Benefits
AcadeCap - What Sets our Ottawa Private School Apart
Individualized Learning
We shape our approach around each student’s exceptionality, so they can grow in ways that feel both supported and self-driven. Guided by each child’s progress, differentiated learning experiences equip our students with all the tools they need to reach their full potential.
Competency-Based Curricula
Grounded in research and guided by educational theory, our forward-looking programs help students build the skills and understanding required to confidently pursue post-secondary study and future opportunities.
Learning Community
An environment where students, parents, educators and the local community work together, support each other, and learn. Our shared commitment to growth fosters a culture where curiosity is valued, and current students feel supported throughout the school year.
Expert Educators
Our educators, each experts in their field, educate students for success now and in the future, preparing them to grow into well-rounded individuals and responsible global citizens.
Extended Learning
Through a variety of clubs, field trips, seasonal camps, and co-curriculars, learning extends well beyond the classroom—supporting balanced development and cultivating real-world competencies.
Third Teacher Environment
A blend of open collaborative spaces and smaller classrooms supports both focused learning and group engagement. Access to nature trails, a large sports field, and a generously wooded yard encourages healthy, active living.
