Valiquette Academy Foundation
Every now and then, as a parent, an opportunity presents itself that has the potential to affect massive positive change for our children.
Jay Valiquette and his approach to both education and child and teen mentorship is one of those rare opportunities.
Education
We help students to understand their homework and to prepare for their tests.
We also provide additional material in all subjects, create study plans, and teach students how to study.
Integrity
As part of its outreach programme to families and children in the community and to schools that have identified at risk children, the Valiquette Academy Foundation actively seeks to help those who cannot afford the assistance they so very much need.
Confidence
The Valiquette Academy Foundation believes that the combination of strong academic skills and attention to emotional intelligence leads to individuals better equipped to succeed inside and outside the school structure.
Start your child on the road to success...
Programmes & Activities
Tutoring from Grade 1 to Secondary 5
The Valiquette Academy Foundation is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide children with a stimulating and inclusive environment and teach them the skills they need to succeed academically and emotionally.
Our belief is that the combination of strong academic skills and attention to emotional intelligence leads to individuals better equipped to succeed inside and outside the school structure. Our holistic approach is at the roof of everything we do:
- Tutoring
- French Classes
- English Classes
- Coding
- Preparation for the High School Entrance Exam
- Youth Success Seminars
- Summer Camp
- March Break Camp
French Courses
From 4 to 17 years old
In our French classes, students will learn to improve speaking, reading and writing through songs, interactive educational games, book reports, oral presentations, and written texts.
English Courses
From 4 to 17 years old
Speaking, reading, writing introduction to classic literature, weekly presentations, Canadian English textbooks, focus on the practical application of learning, improvisation, games, current and historical events, debates, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, learning values and building vision.
March Break Camp
Fun and intelligent!
A great opportunity for your child to have fun in an intelligent atmosphere!
Summer Camp
Intelligent, sporty, artistic, fun!
The activities of our summer camp include sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, frisbee, picnic day races, badminton and swimming lessons. We also study one hour of French or English in the morning and one hour of mathematics in the afternoon.
Testimonials
Jacqueline, Parent
A few words of appreciation and thanks regarding the Valiquette Academy. We are very satisfied with the teaching and supervision of our son Robert at the Valiquette Academy. Our son has made real progress this school career. We are French and so our son could not speak English. Thanks to the efforts of the teachers during his weekend classes, Robert has learned to communicate well in English. As a result of his time at the Academy’s summer camp, he also improved his French and can now perform math calculations independently. We would like to warmly thank the Valiquette Academy for their efforts, and we encourage them to continue their work of training and orienting the future children of tomorrow.
Aleeza, Grade 6
When I first came to the Valiquette Academy, I was failing in both French and math and my other grades weren’t much better. I was really struggling with all my schoolwork. As soon as I started at the Valiquette Academy, I knew that they were doing something very different and something very special. Thanks to them, I learned how to read and take notes, how to study, how to write essays, and maybe most importantly, I learned to focus and to always keep trying. It took a year, but I went from failing to getting 70% in all my subjects. Now in my second year with the Valiquette Academy I am often getting high 80%.
Aura, Grade 5
Dear Jay, thank you for all your support, love and help. It is because of your school that I’m on the honour roll and that I’m successful. Thank you for pushing me in my homework. Thank you for teaching me that you need happiness and love in your life. It is because of you that I finish all my homework. I don’t know what would happen to me if I wasn’t at your school. I wouldn’t be successful without you. It is because of you and all the teachers that I will not stop working hard. You’re all like family to me. Thank you!
Anonymous, Parent
I was contacted by my daughter’s school and told that a tutoring centre was offering free tutoring. My daughter reads every night and spends hours studying regularly, but still failed. My husband and I do not speak French and we could never afford tutoring. The Valiquette Academy Foundation made a remarkable difference in my daughter’s life. They have supported her for two years and have taken her from failing to getting 80-85% in all her classes. Perhaps most importantly, she has gone from someone who felt devastated, hopeless and incredibly stressed, to confident and happy. The Valiquette Acadamy Foundation saved my daughter and has given her a very real chance for success in life. We cant express enough how the work they do changes the lives of children.
Rose, Mother of Michael, Secondary 3
The Valiquette Academy is more than just an academic centre. Yes my son’s grades improved because of the tutoring he received, but more than that, his grades improved because he was taught how to study, read and take notes, prepare for tests and exams and organization skills. Most notably he told me he learned the importance of being mature enough to understand his responsibilities and to prioritize his work. I finally see a positive change in my child’s attitude.
Anonymous, Father
I am so happy to see that someone is taking the initiative to help the children in our community in the most meaningful way! We have three children who work very hard at school but still were not getting satisfactory grades. Thanks to The Valiquette Academy Foundation, the cost of their tutoring and camps is subsidied – we could not afford it otherwise. Since they have attended the Academy, (our oldest has attended for four years so far), all have improved their grades and have become very focused and confident.
Ardemary, Grade 6
Dear Jay, thank you for everything you have done for me! I am so thankful to have you in my life. Thank you for all the love and support that you have given me. I am the luckiest person in the world. You have taught me life lessons that no other teacher has taught me. I cant explain in words the things you have done for me. I am speechless. I hope all of this hard work will pay off.
Anonymous, Parent
The Valiquette Academy Foundation allowed our son to continue to receive as much tutoring as he needed, even after my husband lost his job. We will always be very grateful!
Your Financial Support
The charitable work of the Valiquette Academy Foundation seeks to address a multitude of needs in our community:
- Free Tutoring
- Subsidized fees for March Break and Summer Camp
- Free Computers
- Free School supplies
- Digital workshops and coding classes
- Seminars
- Nutrition support
- Mentoring and guidance for children
- Assistance for parents with schools, and at-risk children
- Community outreach and support