Fees
(Download the full fee schedule in PDF form here: Tuition Fees 2009-10)
The fees related to sending your children to The Alan Howard Waldorf School continue to be very
competitive compared with those of other independent schools. Tuition fees for grades one through eight of
$13,490 cover most academic expenses. It is also expected each family will make a $1,500 Tax Deductible
donation to the school. The school offers two payment plans as outlined in this fee schedule.
School Hours: 8:35am to 3:25pm
Optional days for Grade 1 and 2: dismissal 12:40pm
ECE programs:
8:35 morning start
12:30 half-day end
3:25 full-day end
Parent and Child: 9:30 to 11:30
Daycare: 8am to 6pm
Plan A – Two Payments
| Total Fee | Deposit | Jun 1st & Dec 1st | |
| Playschool/Nursery | |||
| Two half days | $4,270.00 | $600.00 | $1,835.00 |
| Two full days | $5,800.00 | $600.00 | $2,600.00 |
| Three half days | $5,890.00 | $600.00 | $2,645.00 |
| Three full days | $8,830.00 | $600.00 | $4,115.00 |
| Five Half-days | $9,290.00 | $600.00 | $4,345.00 |
| Five Full-days | $12,600.00 | $600.00 | $6,000.00 |
| Kindergarten | |||
| Five Half-day | $9,290.00 | $600.00 | $4,345.00 |
| Five Full-day | $12,600.00 | $600.00 | $6,000.00 |
| Grade School | $13,490.00 | $600.00 | $6,445.00 |
- Families choosing Plan A can pay by two post-dated checks, Pre-Authorized debit, Visa or Interac.
- Payments made byVisa or Interac are subject to a 2% fee
- New Family enrolment fees are in addition to the Plan A schedule of fees
PLAN B – Twelve Payments (3% finance fee applies)
| Total Fee | Deposit | 12 monthly payments Jun 1 ‘09 to May 1, ‘10 | |
| Playschool/Nursery | |||
| Two half days | $4,398.00 | $600.00 | $316.50 |
| Two full days | $5,976.00 | $600.00 | $448.00 |
| Three half days | $6,069.00 | $600.00 | $455.58 |
| Three full days | $9,096.00 | $600.00 | $708.00 |
| Five Half-day | $9,570.00 | $600.00 | $747.50 |
| Five Full-day | $12,978.00 | $600.00 | $1031.50 |
| Kindergarten | |||
| Five Half-day | $9,570.00 | $600.00 | $747.50 |
| Five Full-day | $12,978.00 | $600.00 | $1031.50 |
| Grade School | $13,896.00 | $600.00 | $1,108.00 |
- Families choosing Plan B can pay by Pre-Authorized debit, Visa or Interac.
- Payments made by Visa or Interac are subject to a 2% fee
- New Family enrolment fees are in addition to the Plan B schedule of fees
| Total Fee | Deposit | Monthly | |
| Child Care* | |||
| Toddler | |||
| Two Full Days | $7,650.00 | $637.50 | $637.50 |
| Three Full Days | $11,470.00 | $955.83 | $955.83 |
| Five Full Days | $19,120.00 | $1,593.33 | $1,593.33 |
| Preschool | |||
| Two Full Days | $5,620.00 | $468.33 | $468.33 |
| Three Full Days | $8,420.00 | $701.67 | $701.67 |
| Five Full Days | $14,040.00 | $1,170.00 | $1,170.00 |
- There is only one payment plan option for Child Programs.
- Families can pay by Visa (a 2% fee applies) or by Pre-Authorized debit
| Dates | Fee | |
| Parent and Child (10 weeks) |
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| Apr 6 to Jun 11 2010 | $220.00 |
| Fee | |
| Additional Childcare | |
| Before School Care (8:00-8:30 am) | $5.00/day |
| After School Care (3:40-6:00 pm) | $15.00/day |
Application Fee
Each application must be submitted with a $100 application fee. This fee is non-refundable and is not an indication your child is accepted.
Deposit
For all programs except our Child Care programs, a $600 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of
acceptance.
New Family Enrolment Fee
New families to the school are required to pay a $3000 non-refundable registration fee. This is a one time fee, is in addition to tuition, and is due at the time of acceptance. The fee is not applicable to our Parent Education Classes, Child Care, Playschool or Nursery Programs. The fee is applicable starting in Kindergarten and new families in Kindergarten are eligible to pay a reduced enrolment fee of $1,000 for the Kindergarten years, to be used as a partial payment toward the full enrolment fee.
Activity Fees
In the grade school, the cost of class outings, trips and school supplies are additional to tuition fees, and are generally covered by a school activity fee. For the upcoming year the fee is $100 starting in grade one, and escalating $100 per year per grade to a maximum of $500 for grades five, six, seven and eight.
Sibling Discounts
Family discounts are offered on the following basis: 20% for the second child, 50% for the third child, and 75% for the fourth child. Discounts do not apply for the Parent Education Classes, or our Child Care programs.
*Child Care
The Toddler and Preschool programs will be licensed under the Ministry of Child and Youth Services. These programs are generally known in the market place as “Daycare.” They are 50 week programs. They are closed for one week during the December winter break and one week at the end of July. The programs include hot lunches and snacks. The centre is closed for all statutory holidays.
Fundraising
We are deeply grateful to families who support the school’s fundraising efforts. Parents are expected to donate $1,500 per family to help support the most immediate needs not covered by tuition. Donations are fully tax deductible and official receipts will be issued by the end of February.
Other Programs
After School Care is available from 3:30-6pm at a cost of $15 per day. Camps are offered on all days where the school is not in session and where no statutory holiday exists. Camps are also offered for the two weeks of March break and for the last two weeks in June. Camps are not offered for the two week winter break. Camps are only for grade school children. Pre-registration is required. Nonregistered same day drop-ins are subject to child/caregiver ratios, and a space for your child is not guaranteed.
Receipts for Income Tax Purposes – Child Care
In addition to receipts for donations to the school the Office issues Child Care receipts by the end of February that can be used for income tax purposes. The amount and availability of these receipts vary by age, grade and tax year and are issued for that period of time that is supervised and non-academic.
Fees Payable for Student Withdrawal
In the event a child withdraws from the school, parents are responsible to pay for the full tuition for the full term. The school reserves the right to ask for the withdrawal of a child, in which case tuition fees will be
reimbursed on a pro-rated basis.
Tuition Assistance
The school strives to include as broad an economic and social population as possible so as to ensure our
School reflects the society we live in. As such families who have a demonstrated financial need can apply for
tuition assistance.
Fee Adjustment
Fees are subject to an annual adjustment as set by the Board of Directors for the student contract (June 1 to May 31).
