Our Land Acknowledgement shows recognition of and respect for Indigenous peoples from the past and the present. We acknowledge that the property of Richland Academy is situated upon traditional territories of the Anishinabek, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, Mississaugas of the Credit, Mississauga and the Wendat peoples. Recognizing this land is an expression of gratitude and appreciation to those whose territory you reside on, and a way of honouring the Indigenous people who have been living and working on the land from time immemorial.
RICHLAND ACADEMY
Richland Academy
11570 Yonge St, Richmond Hill,
Ontario, Canada
L4E 3N7
905-224-5600
365-887-4111info@richlandacademy.caLand Acknowledgement
Stepping into Richland Academy, you enter an extraordinary place for children. It is a place where all of our energies are dedicated to helping children become their best selves. We purposefully create an environment to meet their needs from early childhood to emerging adolescence.
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Sandi holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Post Graduate degree in Education. She joined Richland in 2018 with over a decade of experience as a Principal. She is passionate about inclusive and innovative education models that help every child become confident learners and thinkers.
Bessy holds a Bachelor of Arts, and has worked for many years in administration. Her focus and concerns are on the well-being of our Richland students. She consistently displays her enthusiasm for collaborating with students and coordinating school events.
Adrian holds a Bachelor of Technology and a Master's degree in Education. He plays a vital role in communications to keep parents informed and connected. He manages Richland's online presence, and facilitates technology use at school.
Joanne holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Education. She is the learning strategies teacher at Richland, and she constantly challenges her students to think critically in a world that requires creativity and innovative thinking.
Nalini holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Cambridge Diploma for Teachers and Trainers, and Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She believes that the cognitive, emotional, social and physical development of children in the early years has a direct impact on their overall development and on the adult they will become.
Lindsay holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor’s of Education degree. She is thoroughly looking forward to work with the amazing children.
Chantal is a Registered Early Child Educator and teaching as a co-teacher in Kindergarten. She hopes to make your child’s learning experience an adventure that your child will never forget.
Kate Daniel has been teaching at Richland Academy for 17 years as the Senior Kindergarten Teacher. She enjoys teaching the PYP program, and a believer in creating challenging, Reggio inspired inquiry environments.
Alexandra has a teacher's degree and a Registered Early Childhood Educator. She is always contributing in the Kindergarten room, and is very passionate when working with children.
Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Education, and a Master's degree in Elementary Reading and Literacy. She always create positive and effective cognitive approaches to teaching and learning.
Melissa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Education degree. She has been teaching in private schools for 14 years, in grades ranging from Senior Kindergarten to Grade Two.
Natalie is a graduate from Ryerson University and York University (Bachelor of Education), and had spent the over ten years as a primary school teacher in New Zealand before joining Richland.
Daniela holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Children’s Studies, and a Bachelor of Education degree. Her passion for teaching is driven by her dedication to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments.
Hind has been an elementary school teacher for over 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Master’s degree in Education.
Selina holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master's degree in Management. Her passion for education has led her to obtain a teacher certificate in Early Childhood Education and a certificate in special education.
Susan holds a Bachelor of Education degree, and she has been teaching at the International School of Geneva (IB school) for the past 14 years before joining Richland. She strives to create an environment where children feel respected, cared for, and valued.
Deniece received her Bachelor of Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) and she is passionate about art, her students and exploring new ways of teaching and learning.
Ashley holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology as well as a Bachelor of Education. As someone who believes in lifelong learning, Ashley continued her studies to earn early years qualifications, as well as qualifications focused on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Giancarlo has a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honors in Sociology, a Bachelor of Education degree, as well as a Minor in Geography. He is a supportive individual who loves to learn.
Christine holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master's degree in Education. She has taught in IB World Schools in Italy, South Korea, Bangladesh, China and Senegal.
Mrs. Soriano’s has over ten years of teaching experience in a private school setting as a Homeroom teacher, ESL teacher, and Art Specialist, as well as three years of experience teaching internationally as an English teacher in Japan.
John studied at Queen’s University on two separate occasions, achieving both his Bachelors of Education as well as his Bachelors of Science, majoring in biology.
Asha holds a Bachelors of Arts degree, a Bachelors of Education degree, and a Master's of Education degree. She has experience teaching in a private school setting, both in Ontario and in the United Kingdom.
Mr. Demers graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Physical Education Honours degree and a Bachelor of Education degree.
Whitney graduated from the University of Toronto in 2014 with a Bachelor of Music and Education. She has been passionately exploring the performing arts throughout her childhood and into the present.
Amélie has over 20 years of teaching French and Spanish in the UK in a variety of settings before relocating to Canada.
Sarah Sherman holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto where she majored in History and double-minored in French and Renaissance Studies.
Josephine is passionate about fostering creativity and empowering others to make a difference through the visual arts.
Adrianne has worked with children in a variety of roles- coach, tutor, and teacher for over 5 years.
Jessica holds certifications as a support worker and yoga instructor, Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Art and Philosophy, as well as a Post Graduate Certification in Museum Studies and Curatorship.
Mike holds a Bachelor of Education degree, and with over 15 years in education spanning Japan, New Zealand, and Canada, he is a seasoned educator dedicated to instilling a passion for lifelong learning.
Melika holds a Master's degree in TEFL and over four years of experience in International Baccalaureate (IB) education. She always creates an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.
Heidi has an extensive background working in both hospitality and with children.
Nina is working alongside Heidi to provide nutritious, delicious meals for the students.
Rafael ensures Richland operates smoothly on many levels, both internally and around the campus.
Raymund is trained as a Personal Support Worker and very excited to be working at Richland.
Clinton became a dedicated Custodian in 1990 enforcing sanitation regulations one clean classroom at a time.
Carlos joined Richland Academy in 2020 as casual part time custodian. He has over 12 years of experience as a custodian.
