Fees
Bridgeway is a registered charity. Our educational philosophy depends on a low student-to-teacher ratio for its success. We also operate without government subsidies. Even with the leanest of operations, this creates some financial challenges. To meet the budget we depend on four "F": fees, families, fundraising and friends.
Fees
Tuition fees are reviewed and approved annually by the Board of Directors. Students who have been diagnosed with a learning disability may claim their tuition as a health expense following Revenue Canada guidelines.
Fundraising
Parents participate in a Fundraising Program which is designed to help reduce tuition costs by approximately 25%. Parents enter into a binding contract with Bridgeway which outlines a specific number of hours they must dedicate toward fundraising initiatives throughout the school year. Our current activities include an elegant Silver Lining Soiree and Winter and Spring Fun Fairs in which the students are enthusiastic participants.
Families
In addition to hours parents contract as part of their fee agreement, many Bridgeway families are so grateful that their child is finally in a setting where he or she can learn that they generously give their time to organize events and activities, sit on committees and provide general support.
Friends
We have many! From the late Frank J. Donahoe, for whom our bursary fund is named, to the supplier who donates a service or reduces their price to give us a break. Whether they are a big company or the neighbour down the block, our friends all have one thing in common they believe it's important that our work continues.
- Tuition Fees
- The per student cost is $11,500.
In addition to the monetary fee, each family must sign a Family Fundraising Commitment, which includes a minimum of 10 hours assisting in fundraising.A non-refundable placement fee of $1,000.00 is due upon acceptance or reacceptance. - Tuition Support Funding
- Students may be eligible for the Nova Scotia Department of Education Tuition Support Program. In the 2011-2012 academic year, qualifying students will receive a base amount of $7200. Students may also be eligible for a supplementary grant of up to 90% of the total tuition cost.For more information go to http://tuitionsupport.ednet.ns.ca/
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Our Programs
Bridgeway Academy offers a number of specialized programs to our day school students, which assist with the development of reading, math, organization and social skills. Many of our programs are now available to the community through our Turning Tides Community Outreach services.
