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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 5 – Bible

In the Grade 5 Bible Curriculum, we have been studying the Old Testament and focusing on the history of the Israelites after they settled in the Promised Land. In each of the units, there is a character trait that is connected to the main character or story. Through...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – Friday, March 28, 2025

In the ELC chapel service today, the JK2 class led the pledges, O Canada and the Lord's Prayer. Ms. Lin then put on three familiar songs for the students to worship God - "Sing High, Sing Low", "Every Move I Make", and "God Is So Good". As she transitioned to getting...

Today’s Chapel Service – Friday, March 28, 2025

The Chapel Team opened this morning's elementary chapel service with the singing of O Canada and the Land Acknowledgement. Going forward, classes will recite the pledges and The Lord's Prayer in their classrooms on Fridays, during a teacher designated time, in order...

JK1 – Scientists in the Classroom – March 24, 2025

On Monday, March 24th, a scientist from Scientists in School presented their "On the Move" workshop to our JK1 class. Students started by exploring a box of objects to learn how things "move". They discovered that things can be pulled or pushed by a force in order to...

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Grade 4 – Black History Project

In the month of February, we celebrated Black History Month.  An important part of this month is celebrating and sharing in the joys and accomplishments of African American men and women. Over the course of the month, the Grade 4 classes researched and learned...

Today’s ELC Chapel – March 21, 2025

Our ELC chapel was led by the Toddler 1 class this morning. After the pledges, O Canada and The Lord's Prayer, the Toddler 1 class led the singing of three songs: "Sing High, Sing Low", "Hosanna" and "Who is the King of the Jungle?". The Toddlers were most...

Today’s Chapel Service – March 21, 2025

Our Chapel Team led the pledges, The Lord's Prayer, O Canada and the Land Acknowledgement to start this morning's worship service. Afterwards, members of the Grade 2 classes went to the front to introduce this month's Care & Share event for Noah's Clubhouse. After...

St. Patrick’s Day at Wesley – March 17, 2025

In recent years, St. Patrick's Day has taken place during the elementary division's March Break. This year, it falls on the first day back so we decided to make it a fun day. When everyone arrived at school, they discovered it had been decorated with shamrocks....

Glimpse Into A Classroom: PK2 – March Break Adventures

March Break Adventures was a time filled with excitement, creativity, exploration, self expression and laughter for our Pre-K students! Teachers helped facilitate engaging experiences, leaving the children with memories to last a lifetime - from an up-close encounter...

Fun Friday – February 28, 2025

On Friday afternoon, elementary students had a chance to engage in some fun activities in their House Teams. Students went through four rotations - board games & cards, "Just Dance" in the gym, quiet paper based activities (Colouring, Word Search, Mad Libs, etc.)...

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.