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Meet the Head of School
Welcome to Saltus Grammar School!
As I begin my third year as Head of Saltus, I am thrilled to invite you to explore the exceptional learning opportunities we offer to students aged 4-18 here in beautiful Bermuda. Our vibrant community of students, dedicated educators, supportive parents, and accomplished alumni creates a nurturing environment where curiosity is celebrated, values are nurtured, and a growth mindset is encouraged.
At Saltus, we believe in educating the whole child. This means fostering not only academic excellence but also supporting cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. We aim to help students become well-rounded, healthy individuals equipped with essential life skills. Our approach ensures they are prepared to meet the world with confidence and competence.
We are proud of our dynamic and rigorous curricular and co-curricular programmes, combined with outstanding campus facilities, providing the best learning experiences Bermuda has to offer. Saltus is known for its high academic standards and the success of generations of our alumni. Our innovative curriculum and passionate educators truly make the Saltus difference.
As John Dewey once said, "Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." This philosophy resonates deeply with us as we prepare our students to face future challenges and opportunities with optimism and resilience.
Our commitment to maintaining the highest educational standards is demonstrated by our triple accreditation with the BC Curriculum, CAIS, and NEASC. As a British Columbia (BC) Offshore School, we offer the BC Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 9, renowned for its learner-centred and flexible approach. This curriculum fosters deeper understanding, critical thinking, and real-world application of knowledge, preparing students for success in higher education and beyond. For the 2024-25 school year, we will offer the BC Curriculum from K-9, and the curriculum will evolve to higher grade levels each subsequent year. By 2027-28, Saltus will offer the BC Curriculum at all grade levels (K-12), and we will celebrate our first graduates who will obtain their Dogwood Diploma, recognised by top universities worldwide.
We value strong parent-school partnerships and open communication, recognising their essential role in student success. We warmly welcome prospective parents to visit Saltus and experience our wonderful learning environment firsthand. We would be delighted to provide a tour of our campus so you can see for yourself what makes Saltus Grammar School truly special.
Join us on this exciting journey and discover how Saltus Grammar School can empower your child to reach their full potential. We are proud to be Bermuda’s premier co-educational independent school.
Warmly,
Julie Rousseau
Head of School
Saltus Grammar School
Head of School
Saltus Grammar School
About Julie Rousseau
Julie has enjoyed being an educator for the past 33 years. After completing her Bachelor in Education at McGill University in 1990, she moved from Montreal to British Columbia. Proud of her French Canadian heritage, she honed her second language instructional skills teaching French to students ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 12. After 16 years as a classroom teacher, she completed her Masters in Educational Leadership which led to her career as a school-based administrator.
From school-based administration, Julie moved to district-level leadership and served as Director of Curriculum for the Abbotsford School District located in the Fraser Valley of beautiful British Columbia, Canada. As Director of Curriculum, she oversaw the development and implementation of various instructional programmes serving students from Foundation to graduation years. Julie also played an active role in the development and implementation of the Provincial BC Curriculum in her school district.
As an instructional leader she facilitated the training of professional learning communities aimed at supporting the implementation of BC’s new curriculum. Under her leadership, the Abbotsford School District became a leader in the implementation and development of various innovative programs focused on inquiry and discovery-based learning.
After 25 years in public education, Julie transitioned into the private education sector. In 2017, she became Head of School at York House School, one of Canada’s top independent schools for girls in Vancouver, BC. While at York House School, Julie further supported the implementation of the BC Curriculum, placing students at the center of their learning and ensuring the development of important future-ready skills.
In 2022, Julie became Head of School at Saltus Grammar School. Since her arrival, she has focused on creating a supportive and dynamic learning and working environment for all where students and employees alike feel valued and empowered to succeed. As a certified executive coach, she believes in the power of organizational coaching to help unleash the potential of educators and staff. As a leader she places an emphasis on building relationships with students, parents, and employees alike believing strongly in Maya Angelou’s quote, “People may not remember what you said or what you did, but they will always remember how you made them feel.”
Our Mission is to inspire a passion for learning and independent thinking through a commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity and service to others.
