About Us

Our Story

Evergreen Academy was established in 2022 with a simple but bold vision: to create the kind of school we wished existed for our own children. A school where learning goes beyond textbooks, where nature is the classroom, and where each child is nurtured in mind, body, and spirit.

We started Evergreen to give families an alternative school that combines academic excellence with real-life skills, creativity, and character development. Nestled on 44 acres of parkland, Evergreen has quickly grown into a vibrant community of learners, teachers, and families who believe in a different way of doing school: The Evergreen Way.

Our Mission

To nurture each child in mind, body, and spirit through safe, hands-on, and whole-child learning. We provide academics, life skills, and real-world experiences that empower students to grow in confidence, character, and resilience, preparing them not only for high school but for a purposeful life.

Our Vision

To raise a generation of curious, compassionate, and courageous leaders who thrive in their unique gifts, stand firm in their values, and contribute with creativity and integrity to their communities and the world.

The Evergreen Way

At Evergreen Academy, everything begins with safety and belonging. First and above all else, we provide your child with a school environment where they feel comfortable, valued, and encouraged. When children experience this sense of peace and calm, their natural curiosity awakens and that is when learning, growth, and discovery truly flourish.

The roots of the Evergreen Way come from both timeless educational philosophies and the Apogee Education Model, which emphasizes raising strong, resilient leaders through intentional challenges, personal responsibility, and mentorship. We weave this with our own Christian values and a whole-child approach that nurtures mind, body, and spirit.

Our role is to guide each child’s journey, equipping them with the academic skills necessary for success in post-secondary education, while also immersing them in real-life experiences that build confidence, self-reliance, and community-mindedness.

Academics + Life Skills + Emotional Intelligence

We believe education is not complete without all three:

  • Academic Excellence – preparing students for the next stage of their learning.

  • Personal Development – helping them discover their identity and strengths.

  • Emotional Intelligence – empowering them to regulate emotions, build resilience, and approach academics with confidence.

Five Growth Aims of the Evergreen Way

  1. Problem-Solving – developing critical thinking through rigorous, Socratic-style learning.

  2. Creativity – engaging the arts (music, art, drama) to spark imagination and expression.

  3. Personal Power – encouraging children to own their unique “superpowers” and gifts.

  4. Health Ownership – teaching nutrition, fitness, and lifelong habits for well-being.

  5. Nature Connection – grounding children in the outdoors, which restores calm, inspires creativity, and fosters generosity and resilience.

How We Achieve This

We implement a leading-edge curriculum that combines:

  • Experiential learning (hands-on projects, real-world applications)

  • Arts integration (music, art, drama woven into daily life)

  • Personal development programs (confidence, communication, leadership)

  • Wholesome food & nutrition education

  • Daily outdoor learning on our 44 acres of parkland

Inspired By Timeless Educational Roots

  • Nature-Based Learning – time outdoors improves focus, lowers stress, and enhances health.

  • STEAM – students collaborate across Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to solve complex problems.

  • Charlotte Mason – deep dives into topics of interest, journaling, and nature studies.

  • Montessori – freedom of choice and electives where students explore real-life skills like cooking, budgeting, or Bible study.

  • Waldorf – integrated curriculum and emphasis on imagination, creativity, and spiritual growth.

  • Reggio Emilia – honoring children’s curiosity through student-led inquiry.

Our Core Values

Grounded in Christian principles yet universal in reach, our values shape everything we do:

  • Compassion – standing in someone else’s shoes.

  • Love – loving others as yourself, with action.

  • Respect – valuing every person and celebrating differences.

  • Courage – boldness to try new things and step into identity.

  • Joy – gratitude that fuels positive thinking.

Why Choose Evergreen?

Parents choose Evergreen Academy because we offer a truly unique learning experience:

  • 44 acres of natural learning environment with daily outdoor education.

  • Strong academics aligned with the Ontario curriculum.

  • Integration of proven educational models: Apogee, Montessori, Charlotte Mason, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia.

  • Focus on life skills: leadership, financial literacy, public speaking, cooking, organization, and more.

  • Wholesome food & nutrition program with a balanced menu.

  • Vibrant arts, music, and STEAM programs.

  • Family-like community built on Christian values of compassion, respect, courage, love, and joy.