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Lycée Claudel

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees CA$13,746 - 17,661
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, Latin, Arabic
Typical class size 22
Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Lycée Claudel is a French-language international school in Ottawa, affiliated with the AEFE network and teaching the French public education system to students aged 3 to 18. Senior cycle follows the Baccalaureate from Seconde to Terminale, with nine specializations including HGGSP, HLP, SES, Cinéma audiovisuel, NSI, SPC, SVT and Mathématiques. The International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is available for students aiming at North American universities. English, Spanish and Latin are offered, with orientation sessions to help students choose university programs. Riverside Drive houses a Health Centre on second floor with a treatment room and a CDI library supported by two librarians. Four labs and a digital science room support practical work. The PE program covers basketball, soccer, swimming, gymnastics, dance and more. Extracurriculars include coding and robotics, science clubs, theatre and music, and language clubs; ADN-AEFE exchanges connect students internationally. Opened in 1962, the school has occupied Riverside Drive since 1972.

1635 Lycée Place, Ottawa, ON K1G 0E5, Canada

The Essentials

Lycée Claudel has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in French, English.

Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; 1635 Riverside Drive

Stages
Maternelle (preschool); Elementary; College; Lycée

Type
French-language international school affiliated with the AEFE network (Agency for French Education Abroad)

Country affiliation
France

Bus service
School bus service operates for Moyenne Section (MS) and above. Three routes: North Line (Gatineau), East Line (Orléans), West Line (Kanata). Switzer CARTY Transportation operates the service. Registration via COBA portal. Real-time tracking with EZ Parent app.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Aramark provides school catering at Lycée Claudel. Packages include annual, 50 meals, or 90 meals, with a rechargeable prepaid Resto card for students in 3rd grade and above. The CP–Terminale menu includes a hot main course served with vegetables and three of the following: side salad, soup of the day, bread and butter, beverage or dessert of the day. Prices: CP–Terminale 50 full meal plan: 463.50; 90 full meal plan: 811.13; Annual plan (180 meals): 1,436.85. The Maternelle meal package for Moyenne and Grande Sections de Maternelle includes a hot main course with vegetables and side dishes, dessert of the day, fruit or yogurt, one drink (milk or fruit juice 60% less sweet), and two snacks. Prices: Moyenne et Grande Sections: 50 full meal plan: 491.83; 90-meal plan: 857.48; Annual plan (180 meals): 1,594.44. PS (Petite Section) annual plan (180 meals): 1,506.17. The online rechargeable prepaid Resto card, available for students in 3rd grade and above, gives greater autonomy in choosing from the full range of food products. Quick and easy online registration is available at aramarkenligne.ca or in person with Aramark staff on a specified date; contact Aramark at 613-733-8522 ext. 675 or raymond-louise@aramark.ca.

Governance and Ownership
The school is affiliated with AEFE, the Agency for French Education Abroad, a network of French international schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Lycée Claudel ranges from CAD 13,746 to CAD 17,661 for 2026/27.

Application / file-opening fees and initial registration

- File opening fee (application): CAD 310 per child.
- One-time single rate for new families (new-family fee): CAD 2,000 per family.
- Registration deposit / amount payable at registration: CAD 1,200 per child (payable June 1 for re-enrolling students and payable at registration for new students).

Tuition — Maternelle (flat rate)

- Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child.
- Option A — Three installments: three payments of CAD 5,100 (due September, December and March).
- Option B — Monthly payments: CAD 1,700 per month (September through May; 9 monthly payments).
- Total annual tuition (all-inclusive of the above installments): CAD 16,500.

Tuition — Elementary (CP to CM2) — per child, by family rank

- Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child.
- Elder (first) child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,971 per installment (Sept, Dec, March).
- Monthly option: CAD 1,657 per month (September–May).
- Total annual tuition: CAD 16,113.
- Second child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,710 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,570 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 15,330.
- Third child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,446 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,482 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 14,538.
- Fourth child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,182 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,394 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 13,746.

Tuition — Collège (6e to 3e) — per child, by family rank

- Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child.
- Elder (first) child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 5,268 per installment (Sept, Dec, March).
- Monthly option: CAD 1,756 per month (September–May).
- Total annual tuition: CAD 17,004.
- Second child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,992 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,664 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 16,176.
- Third child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,710 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,570 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 15,330.
- Fourth child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,425 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,475 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 14,475.

Tuition — Lycée (2nde to Terminale) — per child, by family rank

- Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child.
- Elder (first) child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 5,487 per installment (Sept, Dec, March).
- Monthly option: CAD 1,829 per month (September–May).
- Total annual tuition: CAD 17,661.
- Second child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 5,220 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,740 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 16,860.
- Third child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,911 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,637 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 15,933.
- Fourth child:
- Three-installment option: CAD 4,617 per installment.
- Monthly option: CAD 1,539 per month.
- Total annual tuition: CAD 15,051.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Registration deposit (CAD 1,200 per child) is payable upon registration for new students and is due June 1 for re-enrolling students.
- Installment option: three payments with due months specified as September, December and March.
- Monthly option: nine monthly payments from September through May.
- Accounts Receivable is handled by the school's finance office (Accounts Receivable contact: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as a service with a published fee structure; there are no boarding fees included in the school's tuition schedule.

Other costs and fees (not included in tuition)

- Investment fund for the improvement of the living environment: CAD 750 per family per year.
- Additional one-time or recurring costs not included in the quoted tuition sums: textbooks, extracurricular activities, registration/enrolment fees for specific services, daycare, school meals and school transport (each billed separately when applicable).

Refund information

- A general refund schedule or broad refund policy is not published within the school's published tuition schedule. Specific cases are managed by the administration and by the Accounts Receivable office. Contact: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org.

Fee payment options and contacts

- The school's Accounts Receivable office handles billing and payment arrangements; email: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org.
- The tuition schedule and the instalment/monthly billing structure above are the school's stated payment arrangements; the Accounts Receivable office can confirm acceptable payment mechanisms (bank transfer, cheque, credit card or other) and provide instructions for remittance.
Academics

Lycée Claudel teaches French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Senior high school follows the French Baccalaureate from Seconde to Terminale. Students prepare for the French baccalauréat exams; from Seconde, they can choose up to two complementary options; in Première, they select three specialties and may add two options; in Terminale, they deepen two of the three specialties chosen in Première and may choose up to three options (Latin, Audiovisual Cinema, Complementary Maths or Expert Maths). Lycée Claudel offers nine specializations within the baccalaureate, including HGGSP, HLP, SES, Cinéma audiovisuel, Numérique et sciences informatiques (NSI), Physiques-Chimie (SPC), Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre (SVT), and Mathématiques. The International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is available as a specialization within the Baccalaureate and combines advanced English and North American content; it is designed for students aiming at North American universities. English, Spanish and Latin are offered as language courses as part of a multilingual education that opens up beyond the French-speaking world; orientation sessions help students align their profiles with their chosen university programs.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size: 23 students per class.

Exam Results
French Baccalauréat général results (2015–2025): Nb of candidates and pass rate by year were 2015: 73 candidates, 73 passed (100%); 2016: 58 candidates, 58 passed (100%); 2017: 62 candidates, 62 passed (100%); 2018: 62 candidates, 59 passed (95%); 2019: 67 candidates, 67 passed (100%); 2020: 65 candidates, 65 passed (100%); 2021: 74 candidates, 74 passed (100%); 2022: 70 candidates, 69 passed (99%); 2023: 60 candidates, 60 passed (99%); 2024: 78 candidates, 78 passed (100%); 2025: 68 candidates, 68 passed (100%). Distinctions data are also published alongside these figures.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education at reputable universities worldwide; the BFI option is designed to facilitate admission to North American universities, with many English-speaking Canadian universities (e.g., Concordia, UBC) accepting the BFI as evidence of English proficiency. Orientation services support post-secondary planning, including guidance for studies in France, Canada, and beyond; students have access to MyBlueprint for education planning from Seconde onwards.

Gifted and Talented
Advanced math options are available: Maths complémentaires and Maths expertes; NSI (Numérique et sciences informatiques) and other advanced track options support higher-level study within the baccalaureate.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school includes citizenship education as part of the student's overall educational project. It teaches republican values and secularism. The school maintains a zero-tolerance policy for racism, antisemitism, and homophobia and actively prevents harassment. It fosters an engagement culture across all grades, integrating school life, after-school activities, and the democratic and social aspects of academic life. Health education is emphasised with protection and prevention at the core; in primary school we teach basic hygiene, the benefits of relaxation, and respect, while in secondary school we cover sexual education, addiction prevention, and healthy management of stress and emotions. Listening to the needs of our students and providing personalized action plans with individualized support are central to our approach, including for students with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or other learning needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
We listen to the needs of our students and create personalized action plans for each child, providing an individually adapted education. We identify and support students with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, chronic illnesses, or food intolerances, and we implement specialized educational devices and arrangements to address their needs. We offer personalized projects and one-on-one support to foster independence. We provide accommodations to ensure participation in all aspects of school life. We maintain an inclusive school environment that supports all learners.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is reinforced for all students, with English taught as a core language of instruction and communication. The program offers reinforced instruction in English to all our students as well as a program in the American International Section starting in CP for all students and in 6th grade for native speakers or those who have a strong level of English. The English program helps students connect with Canadian culture and history. In addition, a third language begins in 6th grade and a fourth language from entry to Lycée Claudel, broadening students' linguistic options.

Mental Wellbeing
The school places a strong emphasis on health education and student wellbeing, guided by protection and prevention. In primary school, students learn basic hygiene, the benefits of relaxation, and respect; in secondary school they study sexual education, addiction prevention, and healthy management of stress and emotions. The Health Centre provides first aid, confidential listening, and personal health monitoring in collaboration with parents and staff. We encourage health education and support student wellbeing across all grades.

Safeguarding
The school has a zero-tolerance policy for racism, antisemitism, and homophobia and is committed to preventing harassment and promoting equality. Anti-bullying initiatives are in place, including campaigns like Non à l'intimidation. The Health Centre provides confidential care and rapid response to health concerns and risks, supporting safeguarding across the school community. Safeguarding is embedded in citizenship education and daily school life to protect all students.
Parent Experience

History
Lycée Claudel began as Cours Claudel in September 1962 in downtown Ottawa. After several relocations, the school moved permanently to 1635 Riverside Drive in 1972. The first graduate class left in 1974 and the institution became Ottawa's Lycée Claudel. The school is affiliated with the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) and was established with the help of the French Embassy to follow the French public education system within Ontario.

Community
Student Life is organised under a Student Life Pole led by a director, with a Primary Coordinator and a Secondary Coordinator, supported by student life assistants, supervisors, and a health centre. The Pole's main missions are to promote student integration, establish a calm school climate, monitor attendance, and animate student life through elections, training of delegates, and events. Lycée Claudel runs main projects such as the Peer Mediation Program and the Council for Secondary School Life (CVCL), which provide student leadership, conflict resolution, and opportunities to organize activities and cultural events.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
APELC is Lycée Claudel's parents association. The School Council brings together students, parents, teachers and administrators to advise on the educational and pedagogical life of the school and meets four to five times a year. The Primary School Committee includes up to 15 elected parents, 15 primary school teachers, and administrative and life representatives; it votes on internal procedures, examines academic pacing, approves school projects, and provides organizational guidance on extracurricular activities, school hygiene, and safety. These bodies provide formal channels for parent involvement across the primary and secondary levels.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a Health Centre on the second floor with a treatment room and a rest room, open to all students from Maternelle to Terminale. The Lycée Claudel Library (CDI) welcomes students from PS to Terminale and is supported by two librarians who help with reading selections and organise exhibitions and competitions. The campus provides on-site facilities to support learning and wellbeing, including library access and health services. The scientific pole includes four laboratories fully equipped with professional equipment and a digital science and technology room to support practical science work.

Sports Facilities
The PE program offers a broad range of sports including basketball, soccer, badminton, volleyball, gymnastics, dance and creative arts, athletics, swimming, ice skating, STEP, table tennis and circus arts. The Sports Association also offers additional activities such as badminton, soccer, basketball, volleyball, circus arts and gymnastic acrobatics for middle and high school students.

Academic Facilities
Life and Earth Sciences SVT is taught in an adapted environment equipped with laboratory material and computers on each table with various software and digital tools. The scientific pole includes four laboratories fully equipped with professional equipment and a digital science and technology room to support science education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are a source of well-being and an important vehicle for the development of children's physical and mental health. They allow students to discover and develop talents, socialize and contribute to academic success. Languages include Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish across grade levels. Arts and culture offerings include Plastic Arts, theatre and writing clubs, music and dance, and various workshops. Music includes private lessons and group lessons in instruments such as cello, piano and violin, and an orchestra and choir are available. Coding and robotics include Scratch Jr, 3D design and LEGO robotics, while science clubs cover topics in science and mathematics. The Sports Association provides additional options such as basketball, volleyball and other team sports.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has Coding and Robotics clubs (Lego Robotics, Robotics and Coding Club, 3D Design/Build/Code, Coding with Minecraft), science clubs (Little Veterinarian School, Little Medical School), and mathematics enrichment (Ontario Mathematics). These activities expand analytical thinking and problem-solving beyond the classroom. They provide hands-on experiences that complement academic study.

Arts & Creative
The school has a broad Arts program including Plastic Arts, RatatART Workshops, Eco-jewelry workshops, Stand-up Club, Theater Club, Writing workshops, Poetry Club, Music Hall Club, Sewing Club, Knitting Club, and Dance Discovery. Students can explore visual arts, performing arts, crafts, and creative writing. Activities often foster collaboration across disciplines and ages. Some activities link artistic practice with language learning.

Cultural & Language
The school has language offerings including Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, with related language clubs and learning opportunities. The school supports international experiences through ADN-AEFE exchanges. Language activities are integrated with culture and global awareness. These programs broaden students' intercultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
The school has Chess Club, Debating Club, Human Odyssey - Historical Research Club, Introduction to Finance, and various writing, poetry, and performance groups. These activities foster peer interaction, teamwork, and creative expression. They provide spaces for public speaking, critical thinking, and collaborative projects. Students engage in a range of hobby and social clubs across interests.

Community & Service
The school has Sustainable Development initiatives and PAWtential Club: Animal Reading Support Workshops, which support community outreach and reading development. Students participate in service-oriented activities linked to environmental and social responsibility. These clubs encourage civic engagement and practical contribution to the community. Community-oriented projects are coordinated through the School Life structure.

Leadership & Professional
The school has Debating Club and Introduction to Finance, which cultivate leadership and professional skills. Student life structures coordinate clubs and leadership opportunities to develop organization and teamwork. Participation in clubs and events provides opportunities for responsibility and project management. Responsible teamwork and communication are emphasized through coordinated activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school has a broad sports program including Basketball, Soccer, Judo, Fencing, Yoga, Circus, Floorball, Badminton, and Volleyball, plus Dance and other physical activities. These activities promote physical health and wellbeing and offer stress-relief through active participation. Wellness and physical fitness are supported as part of daily school life. Students engage in team and individual activities to maintain balance between academics and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
French is the language of instruction and communication; the majority of students have French as their mother tongue. English is reinforced for all students, with an English program and an American International Section available from CP for all students and from grade 6 for stronger English speakers. A third language starts in grade 6 and a fourth language is offered from entry to Lycée, providing broad multilingual opportunities.

Bilingual Teaching
French is the core language of instruction, provided in French by qualified teachers. English is reinforced for all students, with an American International Section starting in CP for all students and in grade 6 for native speakers or those with a strong level of English. A third language begins in grade 6 and a fourth language from entry to Lycée, broadening the linguistic offerings.

Immersion Programs
French immersion is part of the school's language approach within a multilingual program that also emphasizes cultural exchange.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Fill out the admission request form. Submit your application via the Admission request link to open your file. Places are limited and priority is given to current families. Applications for 2026-2027 are accepted from October 1, 2025. 2. Send the documents. After the form is completed, send the following documents on the COBA portal: copy of birth certificate or family booklet; copies of the previous year's report cards mentioning the move to the next grade; copies of the current year's bulletins; school certificate (for students coming from a school approved by the French Ministry of National Education); for entry into Terminale, the marks of the early tests of Première. 3. Attend an introductory meeting. After the form has been completed and the documents sent, you will be contacted to schedule an introductory appointment during which your child will be invited to take the entrance exams. This evaluation indicates strengths and challenges to support integration. AEFE network or France students are exempt from the exam. 4. Finalize your registration. Once the exam has been successfully passed, a final nominative form is emailed to formalize your registration at Lycée Claudel. From this stage, the team will acquaint families with the services offered and the extracurricular activities that promote integration. 606.

Scholarships
Grants and financial aid are available. The Grants and financial aid page describes criteria and procedures. The scholarship program is open to children of French nationality, registered in the consular register, and enrolled in AEFE-approved schools. The seconde session of the 2025-2026 scholarship campaign is open; applications are due by October 16, 2025.
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