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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: Toddler 1 – Community Helpers

Throughout the month of May, our Junior Toddler class has been learning all about community helpers! We explored different roles that are essential to our communities and had so much fun along the way. This month-long unit gave our little learners the chance to...

Today’s Chapel Service – June 6, 2025

The gym was busy with team and club photos this morning, so our elementary chapel service was pushed back to Period 7 in the afternoon. After the singing of O Canada and the Land Acknowledgement, the Chapel Leaders led us in worship with the song, "Good, Good,...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – June 6, 2025

This morning, the Toddler 1 class and their teachers led the recitation of the pledges, O Canada and the Lord's Prayer. Many in the class also stood in the front and did the actions to some of the three songs that were sung - "He's Able", "My God is So Big", and "God...

Grade 8 Grad Trip to Muskoka Woods

Last week, our Grade 8 class headed off to Muskoka Woods with Mrs. Vant Erve and Mr. Au for a three day trip. From the photos, you can see that our senior students took advantage of many of the exciting activities that the camp has to offer - including tennis, floor...

Grade 6 – Junior Achievement’s “Dollars with Sense” Workshop

Today, the Grade 6 class participated in a program through Junior Achievement, the largest youth business education organization in Canada, whose goal is “to equip and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.” The program, called “Dollars with...

Meet our Grade 6 Published Authors!

During Term 1, the Grade 6 class learned about writing suspense short stories. To challenge and encourage the students to put forth their best work, Mr. Pun announced that their summative suspense short story assignments would be entered into the Polar Expressions...

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Gr3 Art – Forests Inspired by Emily Carr

This year, the Grade 3 classes did three painting projects, and each one was a little more complex than the last project. Our final project is based on the artwork of Emily Carr. We learned that she was a Canadian artist who loved to paint the beautiful old-growth...

Today’s ELC Chapel Service – May 30, 2025

In our ELC service, representatives from the Toddler class (with the help some SK students) led the pledges. Ms. Michelle then led the time of musical worship, singing three songs - "Thy Word", "High and Low", and "I'm in the Lord's Army". Before she launched into her...

Today’s Chapel Service – May 30, 2025

Our chapel leaders opened the service with the singing of O Canada and the presentation of the Land Acknowledgement. The first worship song was "Forever" by Chris Tomlin. Next, the leaders introduced this week's theme - compassion. This was supported by an object...

Glimpse Into A Classroom: Grade 7 Art – “Selfies”

The grade seven students have been continuing their journey through art history. Recently, they just finished a study of the Baroque time period, where they learned that vibrant colour and honest realism were distinct characteristics of the time. Many Baroque artists...

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.