Phil DaCosta

Owner, Education Director, I.T.

Phil DaCosta is a math whiz, a tech enthusiast, and—quite literally—a magician! As one of Ace’s math tutors and the Education Director, he brings a wealth of experience in teaching, administration, and STEM education. Before creating ACE, Phil spent years teaching in the classroom and guiding students at Oxford Learning Milton, where he also served as the STEM coach. Under his leadership, the STEM Club competed in the First Lego League tournament, blending creativity with technology to inspire young minds.  He also spent 10+ years teaching for the Dufferin Peel Catholic Board and spent 2 years as the Education Coordinator at Oxford Learning Barrie.

A graduate of York University with a double degree in Education and Computer Science, Phil is passionate about all things math, coding, and technology. But his skills don’t stop there—when he’s not crunching numbers or mentoring students, you’ll find him indulging in his other passions: board games, puzzles, music, crafts, and, of course, magic!

At home, Phil shares his life with his wife and their three adorable cats—Evy, Peach, and Mario—who may or may not be his secret magic assistants. Whether he’s solving complex equations, designing the next great STEM challenge, or perfecting a new magic trick, Phil brings curiosity, creativity, and a little bit of wonder to everything he does.

Ace Education Centre is lucky to have Phil on board—because every great team needs a little magic!