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Collège Charlemagne

Canada, Pierrefonds

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French
Fees CA$4,400 - 7,800
Ages 5 - 16 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1969
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, IB (MYP)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Collège Charlemagne is a private school in Pierrefonds, serving students aged 5–16 with preschool, primary and secondary programs. In preschool, students are organized into four groups and explore over 30 themes yearly to discover world around them. The primary program strengthens French and mathematics to build solid foundations. In secondary, all students follow the IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP), certified by the International Baccalaureate, with triple recognition at graduation. The school emphasises five pillars: valuing the French language, academic excellence, social fulfillment, personal discipline, and health and well-being. The 147,000-square-foot campus includes a digital arts studio, two drama rooms, eleven mobile computer laboratories, two science laboratories, a technology laboratory, two computer libraries and a 500-seat auditorium, plus four gyms and outdoor spaces near Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park. Charlemagne offers cultural trips within Quebec and Canada and to United States, Cuba and Europe, with after-school activities, clubs and service projects.

5 000, rue Pilon, Pierrefonds (Montréal) H9K 1G4

The Essentials

Collège Charlemagne has instruction in French.

Location
5 000, rue Pilon, Pierrefonds, Montréal.

Stages
Preschool; Primary; Secondary. The Secondary program follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, certified by the International Baccalaureate, enabling students to receive a threefold recognition at the end of their secondary studies.

Type
private school
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are mandatory for all students from preschool through secondary. The complete uniform must be worn at entry and exit and at all times inside the College, with exceptions only for certain activities or theme days. The uniform is supplied by Raphaël U, the authorized supplier, and a Zone 2 thrift shop resells uniforms to raise funds.

Food Options
The cafeteria offers a complete and balanced daily menu prepared on site by the kitchen team led by chef Diego Gragera. The menu includes two hot dishes, a homemade soup, salads, crudités, fresh fruit, and a daily dessert prepared on site, following the Guide alimentaire canadien. Meals emphasize local sourcing and environmental considerations, and aim to promote healthy eating habits. Some starches such as chickpeas and red beans may be canned.

House System
Secondary students are randomly assigned to five Houses, each represented by a creature, a color and an element; a sixth House, Sans-Frontières, oversees the project. Each House is led by a student mentor and two house chiefs, with five councillors elected per House; students earn points for activities and a House Cup is awarded each year.

Governance and Ownership
Collège Charlemagne is a non-profit organization governed by a nine-member Board of Directors comprising graduating parents, current parents, and the Director General. The Board includes leadership roles such as president and vice-president, and a Foundation is part of the governance framework.
Fees

Annual tuition at Collège Charlemagne ranges from CAD 4,400 to CAD 7,800 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Application fee (Frais de demande d'admission): CAD 50. Accepted payment methods for this fee: Visa and Mastercard.
- Registration fee (Inscription): CAD 200 (charged at initial registration).
- Re‑registration fee (Réinscription): CAD 200 (charged at re‑enrolment).
- Late registration penalty: CAD 50 per child for any inscription or réinscription arriving after the deadline.

Tuition fees by level (annual amounts and installment options)

Preschool (Préscolaire)
- Annual tuition: CAD 4,400.
- Payment options: payable in a single payment (annual) or in 2 equal instalments or in 10 equal instalments.
- One payment: CAD 4,400.
- Two equal payments: CAD 2,200 each.
- Ten equal monthly payments: CAD 440 each.
- Other mandatory annual fees for preschool: Technology fee CAD 200; Lunch supervision CAD 200; Affiliated fees (frais afférents) CAD 550. Application/registration/re‑registration fees as above.

Primary (Primaire)
- Annual tuition: CAD 5,100.
- Payment options: one payment, 2 equal instalments, or 10 equal instalments.
- One payment: CAD 5,100.
- Two equal payments: CAD 2,550 each.
- Ten equal monthly payments: CAD 510 each.
- Other mandatory annual fees for primary: PEI fee CAD 500; Technology fee CAD 250; Lunch supervision CAD 100; Affiliated fees (frais afférents) CAD 750. Application/registration/re‑registration fees as above.

Secondary (Secondaire)
- Annual tuition: CAD 7,800.
- Payment options: one payment, 2 equal instalments, or 10 equal instalments.
- One payment: CAD 7,800.
- Two equal payments: CAD 3,900 each.
- Ten equal monthly payments: CAD 780 each.
- Other mandatory annual fees for secondary: Technology fee CAD 200; Lunch supervision CAD 200; Affiliated fees (frais afférents) CAD 650. Application/registration/re‑registration fees as above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable in one single payment, or in 2 equal instalments, or in 10 equal instalments. Exact instalment dates and the schedule are established by the school at billing. A late registration fee of CAD 50 applies for registrations after the school deadline.
- Application, registration and re‑registration fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Affiliated fees (frais afférents) are non‑refundable and non‑transferable in the event of cancellation. Preschooled tuition fees are eligible for child‑care deduction and a tax receipt will be issued.

Boarding / residential provision

- The Collège Charlemagne operates as a day school with listed services such as after‑school care and cafeteria service; there is no boarding/internat program or boarding fees listed. Fees for overnight or boarding accommodation are not applicable.

Other mandatory or optional costs

- Affiliated fees (Frais afférents): charged annually by level (amounts above). These cover agenda, photocopies, some extracurricular activities, accident insurance, FEEP membership, supervision (morning/midday/departure), exercise books and, for primary and secondary, school textbooks supplied by the Collège. Affiliated fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable in case of cancellation.

- Technology fee: charged annually (amounts shown above per level). These fees cover network and Internet access, the Pluriportail, specialized software, use of fixed and mobile computer labs, and IT support.

- PEI fee: listed for the primary level (CAD 500 as shown in the schedule).

- Cafeteria / meal service (2025‑26 schedule for complementary services): Regular annual meal service was listed at CAD 1,600 (preschool to 4e année primaire) and CAD 1,725 (5e année primaire to 5e secondaire); occasional meals were CAD 11/day or CAD 12/day depending on level (figures published for the 2025‑26 complementary services schedule).

- Study and after‑school care (2025‑26 schedule for complementary services): sample annual/option fees published for 2025‑26 include morning care CAD 390; afternoon and extended care options ranging from CAD 875 to CAD 3,780 depending on hours and level; occasional care CAD 20/hour; late pickup penalty CAD 20 per 15 minutes. These complementary‑service amounts were listed in the 2025‑26 complementary services schedule.

- Uniforms: wearing the school uniform is mandatory for all students. Uniform items must be purchased from the school's authorized supplier (Raphaël U). Specific uniform item pricing is handled by the supplier; uniform requirements and supplier information are provided by the school.

Refunds and reductions

- Application, registration and re‑registration fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Affiliated fees are non‑refundable in case of cancellation. The preschool tuition is eligible for a child‑care deduction and the school issues a tax receipt for that. A sibling discount is applied: a 40% reduction of tuition is granted starting with the third child, applicable to the eldest(s) when at least three children from the same parental authority are enrolled the same school year.

Fee payment options and contact for finance matters

- The application fee payment is accepted by credit card (Visa and Mastercard). For other tuition and fees, billing and payment arrangements are processed through the College finance office; the school provides a finance contact (finances@collegecharlemagne.ca) for questions about payment modalities and schedules. Specific payment methods for tuition (bank transfer, pre‑authorized debit, cheque, credit card surcharges if any) are arranged through the finance department.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

Collège Charlemagne teaches Canadian Curriculum, IB (MYP) for students aged 5 to 16.

Curriculum
Collège Charlemagne offers preschool, primary, and secondary programs. In preschool, students are divided into four groups and more than 30 themes are covered during the school year to introduce children to the world around them. The primary program is enriched in French and mathematics to develop skills and knowledge. In secondary, all students follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP), certified by the International Baccalaureate, providing a triple recognition at the end of secondary studies. The school emphasizes five pillars: valuing the French language, academic excellence, social fulfillment, personal discipline, and health and well-being. Student life services include activities for preschool and primary to awaken curiosity and talents, student life for secondary with a wide range of internal and external activities, and an orientation service to support academic success and transitions to postsecondary studies. The mission is to provide a training environment adapted to today's needs and the demands of tomorrow's society.

Higher Education Progression
The school provides a secondary orientation service that aims to encourage academic success and to support second-cycle students in their transition to postsecondary studies.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social development is a core dimension of Collège Charlemagne's mission and values. Student life programs for preschool and primary aim to awaken students' curiosity and discover new talents. The life of students in secondary offers a broad range of indoor and outdoor activities to meet the tastes and needs of each student. The school provides a secondary guidance service to encourage academic success and to support students in their transition to postsecondary studies. All secondary students follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, certified by the International Baccalaureate, enabling recognition at the end of their secondary studies.

Mental Wellbeing
Health and well-being are promoted as a core value in the school's mission. The school provides health services through an infirmary to support student health and well-being.

Safeguarding
There is a bullying prevention plan in place. The school also has a National Student Protector.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1969, Charlemagne was a pioneer in welcoming students without regard to ethnicity or religion. It is located in the Pierrefonds-Roxboro district, in the northwest part of Montreal, facing Cap-Saint-Jacques Regional Park. Between 1985 and 2007, the building expanded through nine phases of enlargement, from 10,000 square feet to over 147,000 square feet, allowing students at all levels to benefit from diverse facilities. Recognized for academic excellence, Charlemagne has developed numerous artistic, community, and athletic projects in recent years that enrich the education of its students.

Community
Located in the heart of Pierrefonds, in a verdant residential neighborhood, Charlemagne welcomes students in an enchanting setting away from urban bustle. Surrounded by nature, students learn in a calm, curious environment and enjoy a variety of activities at Cap-Saint-Jacques nature park. Charlemagne spans 147,000 square feet of discovery, including a digital arts studio, two drama rooms, two computerized libraries, an agora, a 500-seat auditorium, a cafeteria, four gyms, two computer laboratories, eleven mobile computer laboratories, two science laboratories, one technology laboratory, and two computerized music rooms. Life at the college covers preschool through secondary, with more than 30 themes addressed during the preschool and primary year and a broad range of indoor and outdoor activities in the secondary years. Giving back to the community is a value Charlemagne inculcates in all its secondary students through its intermediate education program.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Committee (CoPa) represents parents to the Administration and the Board of Directors of Collège Charlemagne; it serves as a liaison by presenting suggestions to the College Administration. The CoPa can participate in certain College projects, sponsor, manage, control, and administer projects assigned by the Administration, and assist in recruiting new Board members. Composed of six members representing each level of schooling, the Committee meets 3 to 4 times per year with the College Administration. For involvement or inquiries, contact copa@collegecharlemagne.ca.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in Pierrefonds, in a verdant residential area, Collège Charlemagne welcomes students in an enchanting setting away from the urban bustle. Surrounded by nature, students learn in an environment that fosters calm, curiosity and the joy of learning, while enjoying activities at Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park. The college encompasses 147,000 square feet of discovery. It features a digital arts studio, two drama rooms, two computer libraries, one Agora, one 500-seat auditorium, one cafeteria, four gyms, two computer laboratories, eleven mobile computer laboratories, two science laboratories, one technology laboratory, and two computer-equipped music rooms.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes four gyms. The surrounding Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park provides opportunities for outdoor and recreational activities.

Academic Facilities
The academic facilities include two computer laboratories, eleven mobile computer laboratories, two science laboratories, one technology laboratory, and two computer-equipped music rooms. It also provides two computer libraries and a digital arts studio as part of the college's learning environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Daily lunchtime cultural activities (debate club, board game tournaments, dinner talks, contests, theme days, karaoke, etc.) and sports tournaments (Maisons Charlemagne and other challenges) are organized for secondary students. After school, activities include music courses (guitar, piano, violin), harmony, theatre, robotics and theatre production (Secondaire en spectacle). Clubs and committees (as requested) include Happiness in Action, walking club, Green Committee, graduating class committees, student radio, Webdiffusion on Instagram, and Vox pop on TikTok. The college also offers cultural trips within Quebec and across Canada, to the United States and overseas (e.g., Quebec City or Toronto and Niagara Falls; Boston, New York; Cuba; Europe).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
All secondary students follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP), certified by the International Baccalaureate, enabling triple recognition at the end of their secondary studies. After school, students participate in science clubs—Décibel and Survival in the Forest—rob o tics, chess, 2D animation, and boxing. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom by engaging students in inquiry and problem-solving. The IB-aligned program supports after-school enrichment through a range of intellectual and academic activities.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative options include music and performing arts. In preschool, music includes junior harmony, piano, violin, ukulele, and guitar, and hip hop/break dance. In primary, after-school activities include comics or manga, robotics, chess, 2D animation, and ceramic painting, as well as boxing. Secondary features theatre and a performing arts pathway (Secondaire en spectacle).

Cultural & Language
Spanish language courses are offered in the primary program. At lunch in secondary, a wide range of cultural activities—debate club, board game tournaments, talk dinners, competitions, themed days, karaoke—are organized, alongside sport challenges between Maisons Charlemagne. The school also hosts a Journée culturelle and organizes cultural trips, including journeys within Quebec and Canada, to the United States, Cuba, and Europe.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobbies are supported by Clubs and Committees (subject to demand), including Bonheur en Action, Club de marche, Comité Vert, graduating committees (album, ball and fundraising), student radio, Instagram Webdiffusion, and Vox Pop TikTok. A variety of lunchtime cultural activities and after-school clubs provide opportunities for social engagement, creativity, and teamwork.

Community & Service
Student-led initiatives through clubs and committees foster community involvement, including the Green Committee and graduating committees, which organize projects and events. The life at Charlemagne also includes student-led activities and committees that contribute to school life and community spirit.

Leadership & Professional
Students are entrusted with long-term project leadership through various committees and clubs, developing leadership and collaborative skills. Graduation committees oversee album creation, prom planning, and fundraising, providing structured leadership experiences.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Auto-defense for girls and music courses (guitar, piano, violin) are offered as well as CPR/AED training (RCR-C/DEA). Harmony ensembles span junior to senior levels, and theatre activities are available through the Secondary theatre program. The Phénix sports program includes eight disciplines (athletics, badminton, basketball, cross country, futsal, hockey cosom, swimming, volleyball) with about 600 athletes across 65 teams; Sport+ for elementary students focuses on enjoyment and skill development rather than competition.
Languages

Language Provision
The school centers on valuing the French language. The primary program is enriched in French and mathematics to develop skills and knowledge. In secondary, all students follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP), certified by the International Baccalaureate, enabling triple recognition at the end of secondary studies.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Admission application. Complete the appropriate admission application form for the desired school year. Incomplete files will not be processed. 2) Meetings and exams. Your child will be invited to an assessment or admissions examinations. 3) Response to the process. After the meeting or examination, the decision will be posted on PluriPortail. Once admitted, parents will receive the contract for educational services and the steps to finalize enrollment. For more information about admissions, contact the registrar at admission@collegecharlemagne.ca.

Scholarships
The Collège Charlemagne Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise funds to financially support the College's development, to award scholarships, and to support students in financial difficulties. It promotes excellence and social engagement and upholds five values: valuing the French language; academic excellence; social achievement; personal discipline; health and well-being. It also emphasizes philanthropic values, transparent and effective governance, recognition of volunteers and donors, and respect for donor wishes. Notable achievements include scholarships and improvements funded by the Foundation, such as audio‑visual equipment for the auditorium and library projects. For example, during the Excellence Evening on June 21, 2023, seven scholarships of $250 each were awarded to Grade 11 students who stood out for academic excellence, involvement in student life or sports, and commitment to their own success.
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