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Welcome to Wesley Christian Academy

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Welcome to Wesley Christian Academy

Wesley Christian Academy is a private independent early learning centre and elementary school in Markham, Ontario.

We are a close-knit community where students from Toddler to Grade 8 learn in a creative, structured and loving environment that nurtures the whole child.

Students are encouraged to develop a curiosity for the world around them, to strengthen their love for learning, and to establish a moral compass based on Biblical teachings and a relationship with Christ.

As we are a Christian school, we share our beliefs and values with all our students, but we also warmly welcome families from ALL faiths and backgrounds. Come and learn more about the Wesley difference!

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What Makes Wesley Different?

"Wesley is different from other schools because every time you walk into Wesley, you feel loved and cared about."

Kristen, Grade 5

"Wesley is different from other schools because I feel like the students get more connected and also the teachers pay more attention to each individual student. I also think it is different because teachers will take time to actually help you."

Colton, Grade 8

"I like that Wesley teaches you about God."

Nolan, Grade 3

"From what I have seen with friends in the public system, we are already very much exposed to high school level work. I feel like I have been set up for success in high school."

Claire, Grade 8

"At Wesley, we cultivate lasting friendships and relationships that carry-on into adulthood. Classmates become like family and they are a community that travels with you wherever your journey takes you."

Angelina, Class of 2003

Our Blog: Happenings at WCA

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Grade 8 Science – Cell Membranes

During the second term, our clever grade eight scientists were hard at work learning all about cells. In this unit, students learned about the parts of animal and plant cells, biotechnology, and how single cells are able to do all the same things that multicellular...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – April 12, 2024

The Toddler 2 class led this morning's chapel service. After the pledges, Ms. Wu led the students in an energetic rendition of "One Way, Jesus!". This was followed by a slower praise song, "Alive Forevermore". The Bible story was recounted by Mrs. S but the entire...

Today’s Chapel Service – April 12, 2024

This morning, the chapel leaders led the pledges, "Notre Père" and O Canada. This was followed by the Land Acknowledgement. One of the leaders read the first Bible passage, taken from 1 John 3:17-18. Mr. Bailed then asked the audience to show their love for God by...

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Grade 7 Geography Debates

At the end of Term 2, to conclude their Geography curriculum, the grade 7s had four debates to sum up their learning. The four motions were: British Columbia should stop cutting old growth forests for lumber Commercial fishing should be banned in Canada Ontario...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – April 5, 2024

Our Toddler 1 class led this morning's chapel service, beginning with the pledges, The Lord's Prayer and O Canada. Next, they moved into some energetic singing with "Whole Lotta Change" and "Hosanna Rock". Miss Winder shared the Bible story and it was about Noah and...

Today’s Chapel Service – April 5, 2024

This morning, our chapel leader team led the recitation of the pledges. However, everyone said the Lord's Prayer and sang O Canada in French! After the Land Acknowledgement, one of the leaders read the passage from 1 Corinthians 3:19, which talks about how the wisdom...

Meet Wesley’s Grade 1 Competitive Go-Kart Racer!

All of our students at Wesley are special and talented in some way. God has blessed each of us with tremendous gifts and potential, each unique and designed to shine at designated moments in our lives. At times, we like to recognize and congratulate some of the...

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Toddler 1 – Easter

For the last two weeks, Toddler 1 has been learning about Palm Sunday and Easter. The children learned that Palm Sunday is about Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem. Jesus was greeted by people waving palm branches. Some people laid tree branches and coats on the road to...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – March 28, 2024

In the ELC chapel service this morning, the PK2 students led the recitation of the pledges, the Lord's Prayer and O Canada. Mrs. Goco then did an attendance check, asking each class that she called upon to shout "Hallelujah!" when it was their turn. This prepared them...

Today’s Chapel Service – March 28, 2024

During this morning's elementary Easter service, after the recitation of the pledges, The Lord's Prayer, O Canada and the Land Acknowledgement, one of our chapel leaders read the opening Bible passage taken from 1 Peter 1:3-4. Mr. Bailey then said a word of prayer...

Why Choose Wesley?

Academic Excellence

At Wesley, we give our youngest students a head start by introducing numeracy and literacy in pre-school. By the end of Senior Kindergarten, they are reading, writing simple sentences (in print and cursive writing), and doing math. When they graduate from Grade 8, they are well-prepared for high school and have already tackled large parts of some secondary school level subjects such as math and literacy. 

Dedicated Teachers with Long-term Commitment to Wesley

We have a dedicated and creative team of teachers. Some of them have been with the school for over 20 years, under the leadership of our one and only principal, Mrs. Serio. Most of our remaining staff have taught at Wesley for over 5 years, with new teachers rounding out the team, primarily joining to reflect our ongoing growth and to replace staff on parental leave or retirement. 

Loving and Nurturing Environment

With a dedicated group of teachers who have long term commitments to Wesley, a sense of “family” is prevalent. Teachers know the names of the students, not only those in their classes but of their siblings who have graduated or are up and coming at Wesley. They think of, care about, and view each student as a whole person. The focus is not just on the student’s academic performance. Wesley is about gently guiding and encouraging students towards their full potential and helping them realize that God has an amazing plan for each of them.

Consistent Expectations

Since the teachers work together as a team, the expectations are consistent throughout. When students know what to expect, their anxiety is reduced, and a certain level of achievement is attained. Students can feel secure and excited about learning instead of worrying about what a day might hold. 

Spiritual Foundation

Students at Wesley participate in daily Bible classes, weekly chapel services, and have classroom conversations that reflect Christian values to love God, show kindness and grace to others. This component in their education helps build a moral compass and spiritual foundation in every student.