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The Collège Stanislas – Québec campus is located in Quebec City at 1605 Chemin Ste Foy, Québec G1S 2P1. It sits on a peaceful, verdant campus in the Sainte-Foy area. It serves students from kindergarten (ages 3–5) through secondary 5 (ages 16), with divisions Maternelle (3–5), Élémentaire (6–10), and Secondaire (11–16). Quebec City is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The school serves ages 3–16, with three levels: Maternelle (3–5), Élémentaire (6–10), and Secondaire (11–16).
An international school in Quebec City offering the French-homologated program with openness to Quebecois and North American culture.
Personalized academic support is provided to students.
France (AEFE-affiliated).
The Montreal campus provides a food service for students.
The Foundation of Collège Stanislas supports the institution and focuses on improving learning environments, supporting students in difficulty, and providing financial aid to families.
The Collège Stanislas is a private school under Quebec law, French-language, co-educational, open to students of all origins, cultures and religions, and affiliated with AEFE and subsidized by the Minist8re de le9ducation du Que9bec. The curriculum follows the programs and teaching methods defined by the French Ministry of Education, supplemented by Quebec courses. The school aims to develop each student2
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70c19 e7499972d0b00d00200000d0021f0270ed0f0027dc000. The school emphasizes values of tolerance, honesty, responsibility, effort, cooperation, and initiative, in respect of self, others and the common good. Life at the college is governed by rules and codes of life to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
The College prioritizes activities that promote students' holistic development, well-being, expression of talents, autonomy, and learning to live in society through artistic, cultural, sports, technological, and community projects. The Service à la Vie Étudiante (SVE) offers enriching experiences within the College through activities led by experienced educators who are practitioners in their field. These experiences complement academic studies and foster talent development, self-fulfillment, civic awareness, a sense of belonging, teamwork, and community spirit, as well as leadership development. They give Elementary, Secondary, and College students opportunities to recognize their strengths, feel pride, and push beyond limits. The SVE provides a broad range of cultural and sports activities, including the Arts and Culture Festival and a wide program of sports with 21 competitive teams, and it supports events such as the Bal de Seconde and citizen-themed days. Its mission is to work with all educational services to promote belonging, well-being, and holistic development for all students.
Support for students in difficulty includes tutoring, mental health support, perseverance, and inclusion. The College's well-being and health initiatives include interventions, training for safety monitors, and preventive health education workshops. In partnership with the Service à la Vie Étudiante (SVE), the Foundation contributes to hiring a psychosocial interventionist and to creating a dedicated space within the College. This support fosters inclusion and access to resources for students who need additional assistance.
Several modern language courses are offered. These language offerings support the College's international reach. The AEFE network of French schools contributes to international opportunities.
The Institutional Policy on student well-being and mental health aims to promote a positive school climate, an inclusive, safe, and caring environment. The College uses professional resources to strengthen the support offered to students. The policy references the Cadre de référence sur la sante9 mentale e9tudiante (Student Mental Health Framework) for guidance. Mental health support and well-being are addressed through the College's policies and dedicated resources. In addition, the Foundation funds a psychosocial intervenor to strengthen student well-being.
The Code of Ethics applies to all staff and anyone working with students, establishing expectations for professional conduct and safeguarding. The institutional policy aims to prevent and address safeguarding concerns, ensuring a safe environment for students. The policies outline reporting guidelines and partnerships with external services to support protection.
Montreal Campus admissions – 1) An online admission form is completed by the student's legal guardian via the admissions portal. A non-refundable 50 CAD opening fee is paid at the end of the form, and the portal requires uploads of supporting documents: a motivation letter written by the parents, a recent passport-style photo of the student, a birth certificate, copies of the student's report cards from the last two years, and the first trimester report of the current year. Documents proving guardianship may be required, and candidates who are subject to an entrance exam (except for entry to 6th grade) must provide the required reports. The application is reviewed after all requested information is received.
Financial aid and scholarships are administered by the Foundation of Collège Stanislas. The Foundation awards 30 financial aid scholarships each year, worth 1,000 CAD each, spread across elementary, secondary, and collegiate levels. Eligibility includes being enrolled at the College for at least one year, maintaining residency at the parent's address, meeting age and conduct requirements, and demonstrating genuine financial need; the application is independent of the student's school enrollment and covers the specified academic year. The Foundation also awards: a 1,000 CAD Excellence scholarship to Seconde and Première students across named subject and general categories, with annual lists of recipients and a June presentation; the Simon Forget scholarships award three 500 CAD prizes to selected 4e and 3e students (Montreal and Québec campuses) for leadership, perseverance, and effort, announced at the Gala d'excellence. The selection process for all scholarships is conducted by a standing Foundation committee with final, non-appealable decisions.
Montreal Campus waitlist – If a seat is not available, candidacies may be placed on a waiting list. The waiting list is reviewed as enrolment evolves throughout the year, and families can check the status of their admission on the admissions portal.
Lower Canada College is located at 4090 Avenue Royal, Montréal, Québec H4A 2M5. The seven-acre campus is in Monkland Village and houses Junior School through Pre-University facilities, including the Main Building, the Webster Learning Activity Centre, and the Assaly Arts Centre. The school acknowledges the location on unceded, ancestral territory of the Kanien'kehá:ka Nation.
Junior School: K-6; Middle School: 7-8; Senior School: 9-11; Pre-University: 12.
Private, coeducational day school
In 2019-2020, international students represented 22% of the student population and hailed from Chile, China, Ethiopia, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Mexico, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Uganda, the United Kingdom, Ukraine and the USA.
LEAD (Learning Enrichment and Development) provides inclusive, research-based supports for diverse learners across all levels; services include one-on-one, small-group or full-class differentiated instruction and classroom accommodations as students move from Junior School through Pre-University.
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West Island bus service with pick-up points at Fairview Shopping Centre and Beaconsfield Shopping Centre; arrangements are made through the school and carry an additional cost.
The school has a uniform. The uniform includes blazer, tunic for Junior School, kilt for Middle and Senior School, trousers, shirt and tie; Kindergarten has a cardigan and Pre-U has a dress code but is not required to wear the uniform. All items are purchased through the LCC Store; approximate costs are Junior School about $770 and Middle/Senior about $1,050.
Students can bring lunch or join a meal plan. The food service offers daily hot, cold and vegetarian options, plus a snack program; pay-as-you-go breakfast and snacks are available for Grade 7–12. The dining program costs approximately $1,530 annually.
All students from Kindergarten to Pre-University participate in inter-house competitions across academics, athletics, arts and community service. The houses named Beveridge, Claxton, Drummond, French, Harper, Heward, Russel and Woods foster belonging and mentorship.
The Board of Governors sets the school's strategy and policy and meets monthly. LCC's Corporation owns the school, and the Foundation oversees endowment funds and fundraising; the Corporation comprises around 200 members, traditionally alumni.
One Campus. Four Mini-Schools. LCC is an International Baccalaureate World School and the only English-language Quebec school offering both the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Junior School is bilingual (approximately 70% French, 30% English) with English Language Arts, Français, Culture and Citizenship in Quebec, and a technology focus including Scratch Jr and Dash and Dot, with The Hour of Code. Technology is integrated across the grades; Grades 1-2 use coding with Scratch Jr and Dash and Dot, Grades 3-6 use iPads and Google Classroom, and Seesaw serves as an online portfolio. The Pre-University year (Grade 12) offers Montreal's longest-standing Pre-University program with two streams: the IB Diploma Programme Year 2 for IB students and a hybrid IB/Pre-U pathway with AP options for others. The IB Diploma Programme comprises a core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS) and six subject groups and prepares students for university admission worldwide; DP graduates have entered universities such as McGill, University of Toronto, and University of British Columbia, among others.
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IB Diploma Programme results show strong performance: in 2015, LCC's first DP cohort achieved a 100% Diploma pass rate with an average Diploma Points score of 33. In 2016, the DP pass rate was 98%, with an average Diploma Points score around 33. DP graduates have gained admission to universities in Canada (e.g., McGill, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, University of Ottawa, and others) as well as institutions in the United States and overseas (e.g., NYU, Northwestern, Duke, University of California campuses, University of Edinburgh, and University College London).
Graduates pursue higher education worldwide. The Pre-University destinations list for 2020 includes numerous Canadian universities (e.g., Acadia, Bishop's, Carleton, Concordia, Dalhousie, McGill, McMaster, Queen's, Ryerson, Ottawa, Toronto, Waterloo, UBC, Western, York) as well as U.S. institutions (e.g., Boston University, Carnegie Mellon, Johns Hopkins, NYU, Northwestern, USC, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania) and overseas universities (e.g., University of Edinburgh, University College London, Sciences Po, University of Bath). The IB DP class of 2015 and subsequent cohorts have also secured admission offers to a wide range of universities across Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and beyond. These placements reflect the programme's emphasis on university preparation and the global nature of LCC's academic track.
LEAD (Learning Enrichment And Development) provides learning enrichment and development support for students from kindergarten through grade 11 in a dedicated centre designed to help each child reach their potential.
The school supports social and emotional learning through its Health & Wellness program and the Student Wellness Model. Students' physical, mental, social and emotional development is fostered at every grade level. A team including three school counsellors and a full-time onsite nurse provides ongoing support to students. Advisors and homeroom teachers monitor social and emotional progress and intervene when needed. The curriculum covers stress and anxiety management, healthy relationships, digital citizenship, and consent.
LEAD (Learning Enrichment and Development) enables and supports diverse learners and promotes inclusive practices in collaboration with teachers across Junior School to Pre-University. Neurodiversity is understood as a normal variation, and environments are designed to be inclusive. The LEAD team serves over 150 students and provides a range of supports, including individualized accommodations and targeted instruction. Admission to LEAD requires specialist reports (e.g., psychoeducational assessments) and, when needed, an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Services include academic consultation and indirect services with accommodations such as extra time, stop time, text-to-speech, speech-to-text, large print, and other supports tailored to identified needs.
The school requires English proficiency before enrolling and does not offer ESL instruction. English proficiency is assessed during admissions; Kindergarten through Grade 6 must demonstrate English language proficiency as requested by the Admissions Office, and Grades 7–Pre-University may be required to take TOEFL, IELTS or CAEL if applying as ESL applicants. For international students who do not have a foundation in French, special French-language courses are offered (entry-point dependent and may incur an additional cost). All students must fulfil French-language requirements to obtain the Quebec DES at the end of Grade 11.
Mental wellbeing is a central focus of the Health & Wellness program. Three school counsellors and an onsite nurse support students' health and wellbeing, with advisors and homeroom teachers monitoring progress. A holistic wellness framework addresses social, emotional, and academic needs, including age-appropriate education on stress management, healthy relationships, digital citizenship, and consent. Wellness teams meet weekly to identify students in difficulty and develop action plans.
Lower Canada College implements the Protecteur national de l'élève framework, providing province-wide procedures to protect all students. Complaints are handled through the National Student Ombudsman and Regional Student Ombudsmen to uphold student and parent rights. The Ministry of Education's Code of Ethics is referenced, and there are protections against reprisals for individuals who raise concerns.
1. Decide the entry grade and begin the application process. Applications are accepted year-round, up to one year before the intended year of entry. It is advisable to apply by the Round One deadlines to maximize placement. If you apply in the second round, the candidate may be placed in the wait pool.
2. Note Round One deadlines by grade for 2026-2027 admission. Kindergarten: November 17, 2025; Grades 1-6: January 12, 2026; Grade 7: October 10, 2025; Grades 8-11: January 12, 2026; Pre-University: January 12, 2026. Ensure the application is submitted by these dates to qualify for Round One consideration.
3. Grade 7 applicants may take the Grade 7 Common Admission Test (CAT). For fall 2026 admission there are five possible test dates; registration deadlines are approximately ten days before each date. Registration opens in August, and an inquiry form should be completed to receive reminders and the testing link.
4. Merit awards and financial assistance are available. Financial assistance is available for students in grades 7-12 who have demonstrated need; not available to K-6 or to students with temporary status in Canada. Merit-based awards are offered for 7-12; applicants are considered during the admissions process and need not submit a separate application.
5. Financial assistance and awards process. Financial assistance applications are separate from the admissions process and are handled via Apple Financial Services (AFS); the LCC Student Aid Committee uses the AFS analysis to consider all requests. Any financial assistance is a grant toward tuition (not a loan) and is reviewed annually. The AFS online application fee for 2025-2026 is $137.50, with a $50 fee for separated/divorced families.
Financial assistance and awards overview: Financial assistance is available for students in grades 7-12 who demonstrate need, but not for students in K-6 or those with temporary status in Canada. Applications for financial assistance are separate from admissions and are processed with Apple Financial Services (AFS); the LCC Student Aid Committee uses the AFS analysis to determine awards. Financial assistance, when granted, is a bursary toward tuition and is reviewed annually; the online AFS application fee is $137.50 for 2025-2026, with an additional $50 for separated/divorced families. Merit-based awards are also offered for grades 7-12 and are considered during the admissions process; no separate application is required.
The admissions process accepts applications year-round up to one year prior to entry; however, it is recommended to apply by the Round One deadlines for best placement. Students who apply in the second round may be placed in the wait pool. Round One deadlines for 2026-2027 admission are: Kindergarten — November 17, 2025; Grades 1-6 — January 12, 2026; Grade 7 — October 10, 2025; Grades 8-11 — January 12, 2026; Pre-University — January 12, 2026.
216 Victoria Drive, Baie-D'Urfé, Montreal, Quebec, H9X 2H9, Canada. Located on the West Island close to the St. Lawrence River.
Pre-Kindergarten (from age 2.5) through Grade 12.
Private, co-educational, trilingual day school. Part of a worldwide network of over 140 German schools abroad.
Originally founded to serve the German community of Montreal, the school now welcomes students from diverse backgrounds including German, Canadian, American, Italian, and other nationalities.
Germany and Canada. The school follows education guidelines from Thuringia, Germany, alongside Quebec curricular requirements. Part of the worldwide network of German Schools Abroad.
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Full school day with trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, plus extracurricular activities.
Not available. Day school only.
Operated by the Alexander von Humboldt International German School association. Part of the worldwide network of over 140 German Schools Abroad recognized by the German government.
The school follows both German and Quebec curricular requirements. The German curriculum is based on the education guidelines of Thuringia, one of Germany's highest-performing states educationally. Students receive intensive instruction in mathematics and sciences (physics, chemistry, biology) alongside trilingual language education. The school offers a STEAM program. Graduates can earn two qualifications: the German International Abitur (recognized globally for university admission) and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma (leading to CEGEP).
The German International Abitur provides a seamless transition to university studies worldwide. The Quebec Secondary School Diploma leads to CEGEP in Quebec. Dual qualifications give graduates flexible pathways to higher education in Canada, Germany, and internationally.
With approximately 320 students, the school maintains a warm, familiar, and nurturing atmosphere that supports individual student development.
No interview or standardized testing required. Required documents include birth certificate, latest report card, and immigration documentation (if applicable). Registration fee of CAD 200 for initial enrollment.
Limited financial assistance available through fee reductions on a case-by-case basis.
