Glarea School
15000 - 54A Avenue V3S 5X7 Surrey, BC, Canada

If Glarea were a person, it would have an open mind and a playful, flexible approach to learning. Glarea is the kind of place where kids won’t get lost amongst the other students or hide in the back of the room. It’s a school where instructors will, when appropriate, go a bit off script, get creative, and be different with their teaching approach. A school where all members collaborate to use their curiosities and explore their talents. When asked, Where are the classrooms? our Founding Head Rita Rai answers, They’re everywhere. We will be expanding into Grade 6 in September 2021 and we’re now accepting applications for K to Grade 6! Learn more about us, sign up for a virtual tour, and learn more about how to apply: https://glareaschool.com/private-tour/

Cultivating grit is at the heart of everything we do. We are focused on promoting self-awareness through cognitive, social-emotional and physical literacy rooted in perseverance. Resiliency, determination and fortitude of character are woven into our fabric. Ready to apply? We are expanding up to Grade 6 in September 2021 and the application process is now open. Learn more: https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

We offer a wide variety of Musical Theatre classes at Glarea, providing our students with a welcoming and safe environment to nurture creativity from a spark into a toolbox of life skills. We see how musical theatre harmonies foster teamwork, how learning to project your voice builds self-confidence, and how leadership can be shaped early on in the director’s chair. Find more information about our Musical Theatre programs: https://glareaschool.com/apply-elevate-art-9-12/

Technology is everywhere, and Media Arts classes give artists a way to connect and investigate fundamental visual concepts but use new media to drive discoveries, knowledge, and applications. Students are given the chance to develop important skills like critical thinking, communication, and innovation so they can go on to engage with their world in original ways. We will be expanding into Grade 6 in September 2021 and we’re accepting applications for all grades K to Grade 6! Learn more about us, sign up for a virtual tour, and learn more about how to apply: https://glareaschool.com/private-tour/

It’s hard to believe that it was only just eight months ago that we made Excellent Ice our home. We officially opened our doors in September and we’ve been growing, improving and evolving ever since. Since day one, our main goal has been to reimagine the modern school system by utilizing Challenge Based Learning within an all-inclusive Arts and Sport environment focused on connection and development. As we continue on with this school year, we remain dedicated to our philosophy. In preparation for our expansion into Grade 6 in September 2021, we are now accepting applications for all grades K to Grade 6! Sign up for a virtual tour and learn more about how to apply: https://glareaschool.com/private-tour/

Glarea is shaped by a vibrant culture of dynamic learners and leaders alike. Our unrestricted learning environment is shaped on the basis of identifying and igniting a passion for excellence. Want to stay up to date with our day-to-day activities? Stay in the know by signing up for our newsletter: https://glareaschool.com/news-and-updates/

"We are all Learners. We are all teachers. By moving beyond the traditional hierarchy of the school and classroom, we can create environments where all stakeholders are working together to meet academic objectives while solving authentic challenges." We drive our Glareans to aspire to be self-aware, critical thinkers who are prepared for the future - whatever it may hold. Our framework allows participants to acquire knowledge while building 21st-century skills - developing a framework for life-long learning and making an immediate impact on the world. We’re continuing to accept applications for 2021 as well as the 2021/22 school year. https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

We know how difficult it is to foresee and teach topics of the future, but what we can do is give our students lifelong skills that will allow them to grow and adapt to their ever-changing environments. Seeking knowledge and the understanding of new things is simply never out of reach. Resiliency, determination, and fortitude are woven into our fabric. Learn more about Challenge Based Learning and Our Philosophy: https://glareaschool.com/challenge-based-learning/

At Glarea, we value community. Our Challenge-Based Learning program is rooted within an all-inclusive Arts and Sports environment that is focused on connection and development. We know that there’s more to learning than sitting in the classroom and we understand the importance of developing a full, well-rounded individual. We are now accepting applications for our 2021/22 school year. If you’re ready to join our community, click here https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

Continued from yesterday’s Glarea Escape Room Grand Opening press release: As the K/1’s walked into the room, they were greeted by evil laughter! All of a sudden, a figure leapt out of the backroom and flicked a switch that turned on bubbling lava. The students completed a variety of challenges which included Math Mandarin Mazes... Quizzes Puzzles Parkour, and more! Eventually, the students stood in front of a barred-off door that bore a Keep Out sign. The students then had to burst through the door, and found themselves in the Robbers lab, filled with lava samples, and stolen goods, that included paintings, valuables, and, of course, hats! The Robbers made an attempt to stop the K/1s, but didn’t succeed. Finally, the K/1s reached a locker with a lock on it. They used the key they had found previously to unlock it and found inside the Magical Blue Hat. They had done it. Let the celebration begin!

On January 19th, our Grade 5 class created our first escape room! The images and following are excerpts from their Grand Opening press release: Tyler patiently waits at the check-in desk for his fellow students to hand over their Glarea currency which was discovered in their classroom! Avani and Tanvir purchased their entry tickets and readied themselves to enter the lava room, filled to the brim with challenges. The theme was to find a magic, talking hat, stolen by Robbie and Mitraz, also known as The Robbers''. Let the games begin!

Happy first week of February! We’re off to a running start and have been busy kicking off the New Year. More than anything, we’re looking forward to continuing to welcome fellow Glareans to our community over the next few weeks and months. An ongoing theme at Glarea is the importance of consistency in your child’s education - especially during these turbulent times. In every aspect of our programs, we are 100% committed to fostering Educational Continuity. We’re a new kind of school and we have a passion for excellence like no other. It’s not too late to apply for our 2021 school year and we’re accepting applications for 2022, as well. Click here to learn more about how to apply https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

Although living and dealing with the pandemic has become the new norm it’s crucial that we don’t let our guard down - especially now that winter is upon us and we will be spending an increasing amount of time indoors. At Glarea, we have prepared for this. The health and safety of our community is paramount and we have left no stone unturned in creating a safe, productive, and unrestricted learning environment for our students and team. We have worked very hard with our faculty, health advisors and engineers to create a system of learning that works seamlessly between at-home and in-class while mitigating COVID and contagion risk. We still have spots available for the remainder of this school year. Register for a private, safe-distanced tour: http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

Back in 2006, Canadian veteran Trevor Greene removed his helmet as a sign of respect for a group of elders in Afghanistan. Moments after he was attacked by a young man with an axe and suffered a very serious brain injury. Since then, Greene has been on the slow mend. However, his treatment has recently plateaued and similar to so many other Canadian veterans, he suffers from PTSD. Dr. Ryan D’Arcy, one of our advisors at Glarea, has watched closely as Greene makes gains from h...is daily physical rehabilitation. Yet, D’Arcy said that the bridge between the soldier’s mind and body was still a vast expanse that needed a better connection. That’s where a Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator, or PoNS, comes in. It’s a small device that fits inside Greene’s mouth that pushes the limits of recovery in physical abilities, cognitive processing and PTSD symptoms. "We don’t know yet exactly how it does this," said D’Arcy. "But it facilitates neuroplasticity, or your brain’s innate ability to rewire itself." CTV news covers the full story here: https://vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/it-s-a-hidden-pathway-to See more

Dr. Bonnie Henry announced yesterday that since November 21st, British Columbia has seen a significant increase in COVID activity province-wide. We’re in a very challenging time of the COVID-19 pandemic and we are asking for everyone’s help to slow the spread of the virus in our province, Dr. Henry says. As we have seen, this virus doesn’t pause when we are tired and doesn’t wait for us to catch up. This means that right now, we all need to slow down our social interaction...s and increase our layers of protection to get over this next hurdle together. At Glarea, we’re in this together. In every detail of our new home at Excellent Ice, we have prioritized the health and safety of our community. Reduced class sizes, connectivity to school equipment from home, increased hand-washing, trough sinks and sanitization stations at school entry and in all classrooms, and physical distancing are a few contagion mitigation efforts that we have adopted. Together we can stay safe and healthy. We still have spots available for the remainder of this school year. Register for a private, safe-distanced tour: http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

As we carry on into the winter months, health officials are providing updates on the coronavirus in B.C. Last Thursday, Dr. Bonnie Henry announced the new mask mandate and temporary social lockdown for the province. "We are in our second surge, and it has proved to be a challenge," she said. "I know we will get through this, but we need to take more action now." At Glarea, our COVID Safety plan has been carefully designed and implemented to preserve the safety and health of o...ur students, staff, and community. Contagion risk mitigation has been implemented in every detail of our new school from the design & construction of our facility to the policy and procedures of day-to-day operations. Our Educational Continuity program provides a seamless option for your child to learn at-home, should they choose. Dr. Henry is expected to make a follow up announcement today. We are Glareans and we are in this together. We still have spots available for the remainder of this school year. Register for a private, safe-distanced tour: http://bit.ly/32z87cG. See more

It’s no secret that winter is upon us! As temperatures continue to drop, be sure that your child comes to school prepared for the cold. Depending on the weather, this may mean a rain jacket, snow jacket, insulated layers, hats, mittens, and any other clothing item that will keep your child warm and comfortable during the school day. Dressing for the weather is important - make sure that your child is prepared for variable temperatures when they come to school. We are excited to enter this new season and continue to give our Glareans the tools they need to identify and pursue their unique purpose. We still have spots available for this school year! Book a socially distanced tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

Can you believe that we are well over halfway through November? Amidst the uncertainty that surrounds us today, we have created an innovative Educational Continuity program for both the immediate and long term future to provide our students with an unrestricted learning environment. A seamless In-Home/At-School Elevated Learning experience means fewer interruptions and more time for what matters most - your child’s education. Our plan ensures that your child does not miss a b...eat, regardless of where they are learning from. As the number of cases in BC continues to rise and winter ensures more time indoors, let’s be careful and work together to protect the safety of our community. We are Glareans and we are in this together. We still have spots available for the remainder of this school year. Register for a private, safe-distanced tour: http://bit.ly/32z87cG. See more

Today, we remember those Canadians who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we could live the lives that we do today. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you. We will never forget the sacrifices that were made for our country and for our people. #LestWeForget

Our Kick-Boxing Expert, Mostafa Sabeti, was named head coach and manager of the Canadian Wushu National Team just over a year ago, and has recently been named the President of Wushu BC. Wushu originated in China and is the official name of kung fu and one of the most popular forms of martial arts. We have lots of potential with athletes here in B.C., we just need some (direction) and some more organization, Sabeti shared. Mostafa started training in martial arts at the age ...of ten in Iran. He began with Karate, then expanded to Kung Fu, and Seido Kay Kan Karate. His accomplishments on the international stage are extensive and include 2002 World Champion and best technical fighter of the tournament, and three time International champion; 2001, 2002 and 2005. We are proud to have him as Head of our Martial Arts Program at Glarea. You can read the full story in Surrey Now-Leader https://www.surreynowleader.com//south-surrey-martial-art/ See more

What does our Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) Approach entail? CBL is an educational framework for learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics as access points for guiding student enquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. This means that although it is difficult to foresee and teach topics of the future, we are able to give our students the essential tools to become lifelong learners who adapt, seek knowledge, and continuously develop an understanding of all new things that come their way. We still have spots available for this school year, book a virtual video and safe-distancing tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG

We have engaged in many respectful and insightful discussions to develop a safe and respectful school protocol where everyone works and plays in a productive, inclusive and creative manner. Our total student enrolment falls well below the government rule of 60 people per bubble, creating an unrestricted learning environment for students with more days in class and less interruptions compared to other schools. Additionally, we have enhanced health and safety protocols that inc...lude: State of the art BluTree.ca ventilation/purification system that uses filter & UV light sanitization, constant fresh air movement and monitoring, and advanced high efficiency heating/cooling/humidity control Increased sanitization and daily self-health assessments for all staff and students Reminders to reduce physical contact and maximize physical distancing We still have spots open for this school year. Book a virtual video and safe-distancing tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

Particularly in the midst of a pandemic, the health and safety of our staff and students is paramount. We have invested over $500,000 in installing our BluTree Indoor Climate Systems to our new home to ensure the health and safety of our community and we are proud to have created the ultimate climate and comfort-controlled learning environment for our Glareans. Our ventilation system and remodelling efforts were recognized by Construction and Development Industry Magazine: Remi Network. Find the full story here https://www.reminetwork.com//surrey-school-invests-in-cov/

This is such an exhilarating time to be a student, educator, parent, and family-member at Glarea Elevated Learning as we remain steadfast on our commitment to progress and evolve the academic world! In Angela Duckworth’s book, ‘Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance’, she writes, Passion begins with intrinsically enjoying what you do. At Glarea, we take this to heart in everything we do. Our school is extremely fortunate to have a community of passionate teachers who are experienced, well-educated, and talented. Most of all, they truly care about each individual in the school and our overall goals and values at Glarea. Our limited spots that remain for this school year are filling up quickly. Book a private tour: http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

The first few weeks have been wonderful. The feelings of nervousness, excitement, and anticipation that the students initially wore on their faces have begun to change, as they become more settled and continue to develop a sense of belonging as a part of our community. Conversations, connections, and learning for both students and our team is already rich within the walls of our new home at Excellent Ice. We still have spots available in our dynamic learning environment this school year and we are thrilled to continue our journey together that will change the way many educators and schools approach learning in the future. Learn about our admissions process https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

This Fall, we are all heading indoors a lot more often where contagion is a higher risk. At Glarea, we have left no stone unturned when it comes to the health and safety of our community. We appreciate that this is a difficult time of transition for children and parents as we head back to school. Strict cleaning and sanitization protocols, smaller class sizes and the options for students to learn both in the classroom and from home are a few factors that have allowed us to create a safe and productive learning environment for your child. We are thrilled that your families are a part of our first cohort of Glareans as we strive to ‘Empower Indomitable Spirit’ throughout our community! What an exciting adventure we are embarking on. We still have spots available for this school year. Book a private tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

The first few weeks of school in our new home are complete and we are thrilled to continue to give students the tools they need to get a head start on their future. In addition to creating an unrestricted learning environment, the health and safety of our community is paramount. That’s why we have worked with BluTree.ca Indoor Climate Systems and the Lark Group to create the ultimate climate and comfort controlled learning environment. This customized Indoor Air Quality Desig...n will have a direct impact on increased performance and achievement as we look forward to the future growth of our community and our responsibility to provide a safe and clean environment. Key features include real time monitoring and adjustment, advanced high efficiency heating/cooling/humidity control, an air purification system, UV scrubbing, and constant fresh air movement. We still have spots available in our new home, book a private tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG. See more

A safe learning environment that is free of unnecessary distractions and disruptions - that’s what we have created at Glarea this school year. A number of factors that are unique to our school community have allowed us to do so, including smaller class sizes, strict cleaning and sanitization protocols, and the options for students to learn both in the classroom and from home. Our total student enrolment is below government regulations of 60 people per cohort, granting our students more days in class and less interruptions compared to other schools in BC. We are thrilled to welcome our first year Glareans as they continue their journey with us this Fall. We still have spots available, book a private tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

Meet Jamie Mackay, teacher at Glarea. Sorry for the repost - we had a small correction to make! Jamie is not only an avid athlete but an avid student who enjoys engaging with students and parents in a collaborative learning environment. Jamie graduated from UBC with a degree in Human Kinetics before moving to Europe to pursue his career as a professional athlete. He values critical thinking, creativity, and community. Jamie is thrilled to join the Glarea community this school year! Learn more about the rest of our team https://glareaschool.com/leadership-governance/

Our enhanced health and safety protocols are designed to protect the health and safety of our students, staff, and community. With the first week of school well under way, we are thrilled and motivated to continue to drive change. Every day, we face challenges and our responses determine our future. Glarea’s Challenge Based Learning framework is designed to equip students with the tools and skills they need to identify challenges and develop innovative and sustainable solutions. Our Graduates are adaptable, confident, and well-rounded individuals who are well prepared to overcome life’s obstacles, whatever they may be. Our limited spots are filling up quickly. Learn about our application process https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

For both the immediate and long term future, we have worked tirelessly to create an innovative and resilient Educational Continuity program that facilitates a seamless In-Home and At-School learning experience. The first week of school is an exciting time for students and parents alike. This school year is no different, as students are able to return to school as safely as possible with the option to learn both at-home and in-school. We are excited to welcome our first year Glareans both inside and outside the classroom. There are still spots available for this school year, but they’re filling up quickly! Learn about our application process https://glareaschool.com/admission-process/

Rita Rai, Glarea co-founder, and Traci Baillie, head of school in a classroom located above one of the rinks at Glarea’s Excellent Ice. We are the only school in the lower mainland with multiple in-house hockey rinks and Surrey Now-Leader has covered our story. It’s an exciting time to be at the forefront of this, a different kind of education in Surrey, shares Traci. Our classes began on September 14th in our newly renovated home and we are thrilled to welcome our first year Glareans this fall. Find the full article here https://www.surreynowleader.com//photos-inside-surreys-ne/

We’d love you to meet one of our founders, Daniela Fisher! Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Daniela is an Emotional & Energy Healer, Life Coach, Entrepreneur, Worldwide Competitive Ballroom & Latin Dance Champion, Black Belt in Kickboxing Martial Arts and in her words, "a blessed mom and wife to a beautiful family. She has been a spiritual child since a very young age and has been studying and practicing spirituality and wellness for 30 years. Her company, Naturally... Given, creates products and offers services that fuse ancient healing methods such as Reiki, Aromatherapy, Chakra, Crystal, Colour and Flower therapy. Daniela explains that these "ancient forms of healing can bring awareness, raise vibration and create transformation in humanity. Her main focus is to serve her highest good on Earth and she firmly believes that everything you need to know, is within you! Learn more about the rest of our team at Glarea! https://glareaschool.com/leadership-governance/ See more

Fall classes have begun and we are thrilled to have this school year underway! Driving change, one Glarean at a time, we are proud to offer our students an unrestricted learning environment where they can create, learn, and pursue their unique passions and educational aspirations. Within that, safety of our community is a top priority. That’s why we have implemented contagion risk mitigation tactics in every detail of our new home - from the design and construction of our facility, to the policy and procedures of day-to-day operations. We still have limited spots available, visit us and see what sets us apart! Book a private tour http://bit.ly/32z87cG.

Winnie Wong is our School Administrator at Glarea. With an uncanny attention to detail she has worked in arts and recreation administration for the past 5 years, in addition to many years of special event coordinating, from winter formals to community events to weddings. Winnie has been teaching piano for many years and was part of the teaching faculty at the Richmond Arts Center. When she isn’t teaching, Winnie is a collaborative pianist for instrumentalists and vocalists for festivals, exams, and recitals in the Lower Mainland. Learn more about Winnie and the rest of our team at Glarea! https://glareaschool.com/leadership-governance/