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MacLachlan College

Canada, Oakville

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$25,250 - 31,920
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 530
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Advanced Placement (AP), Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

MacLachlan College is an independent, co-educational day school in Oakville with two campuses serving ages 3 to 18. The Lower School is at 337 Trafalgar Road; the Upper School at 2794 South Sheridan Way. The school offers an international curriculum: IB Primary Years Programme for Pre-K to Grade 6; IB Middle Years Programme candidate for Grades 7–8; and Advanced Placement courses in Grades 11–12, alongside a Canadian curriculum and a university-preparatory focus. The Duke of Edinburgh Programme and Round Square IDEALS promote leadership, service, and international-mindedness, complemented by global travel opportunities and participation in academic competitions. Experiential learning is emphasized across campuses, with field trips and outdoor learning, personalized academic advising, and partnerships with training centres for advanced athletic development. The community offers a broad range of clubs—from math clubs and robotics to music, choir, DECA, and Model United Nations—fostering curiosity, collaboration, and responsible citizenship.

Lower School (Trafalgar Campus): 337 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, ON L6J 3H3, Canada; Upper School (South Sheridan Way Campus): 2794 South Sheridan Way, Oakville, ON L6J 7T4, Canada

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The Essentials

MacLachlan College has 530 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Lower School Campus is at 337 Trafalgar Road in Olde Oakville; Upper School Campus is at 2794 South Sheridan Way, Oakville. The campuses are connected by an Inter-Campus Shuttle and transportation services for students.

Stages
Lower School (Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6) and Upper School (Grade 7 to 12).

Type
Independent private, co-educational day school

Country affiliation
Canada

Bus service
Transportation program provides door-to-door service for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6; Grades 7–12 use designated community bus stops approximately a five-minute walk from home; GPS bus tracking; Inter-Campus Shuttle; registration required; complete details in the Transportation Services Guide.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at MacLachlan College ranges from CAD 25,250 to CAD 31,920 for 2026/27.

Application and Enrollment Fees
- A non-refundable application fee of USD 250 is required with each application for admission.
- A one-time, non-refundable New Student Enrollment Fee of USD 3,000 is payable for students entering Grades 1–12 when an offer of admission is accepted.
- A Registration Deposit of USD 3,000 is payable to confirm a place for a child; this deposit is not included in annual tuition calculations. For returning students the re-registration agreement and deposit are due by January 30, 2026 for the 2026–2027 year.

Annual Tuition — 2026–2027 (by year group)
- Pre‑K, Junior & Senior Kindergarten (Full day): USD 25,250 per year.
- Grades 1–6: USD 31,160 per year.
- Grades 7–12: USD 31,920 per year.

Per-term / instalment amounts and per-payment examples
- Two-payment schedule (example dates and amounts for 2026–2027):
- Kindergarten: USD 13,350 due July 1 and USD 8,900 due December 1 (these amounts are shown net of the Registration Deposit).
- Grades 1–6: USD 16,895 due July 1 and USD 11,265 due December 1 (amounts shown net of the Registration Deposit).
- Grades 7–12: USD 17,352 due July 1 and USD 11,568 due December 1 (amounts shown net of the Registration Deposit).
- Monthly Payment Plan (example): 10 pre-authorized monthly payments from July 1, 2026 to April 1, 2027, with sample monthly amounts shown as:
- Kindergarten: USD 2,314 per month (10 payments).
- Grades 1–6: USD 2,928 per month (10 payments).
- Grades 7–12: USD 3,007 per month (10 payments).
- Note: the Registration Deposit (USD 3,000) and New Student Enrollment Fee (USD 3,000 for Gr.1–12) are payable when admission is accepted and are not included in the tuition instalment amounts above. Interest/administrative charges are included in the Monthly Payment Plan.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment options and standard plans shown for 2026–2027 include:
- Standard Payment Plan: post-dated cheques, pre-authorized debit, or e-Transfer.
- Monthly Payment Plan: Visa or Mastercard, pre-authorized debit, post-dated cheques, or e-Transfer (10 pre-authorized payments July 1–April 1). Interest/administrative charges apply to the Monthly Payment Plan.
- The Registration Deposit confirms a reserved place for September 2026 when received; returning families use an online re-registration agreement and deposit (due Jan 30, 2026).

Boarding / Billeting
- MacLachlan College does not operate on-campus boarding houses. A Billeting (host-family) program is available for student-athletes and other families who require a home‑stay arrangement; host families provide room and meals under the billeting program structure. No institutional boarding fee schedule is listed.

Other costs and typical inclusions
- The published tuition amounts include daily hot lunch and recess snacks for Kindergarten (PK–Gr.6), technology fees, all textbooks, and most field trip costs; some field trips (including some overnight trips) and other optional items may be billed separately.
- Extended Hours Program (Before/After Care) — full year fees per child for 2026–2027:
- Morning only (7:30–8:30 a.m.): USD 2,000 per year.
- Afternoon only (3:30–6:00 p.m.): USD 3,000 per year.
- Both morning and afternoon: USD 4,000 per year.
- Food services and meal payments:
- Lower School lunches and snacks are included in Kindergarten tuition; Upper School offers ordering via a mobile app (Transact) and a Meal Plan option with prorated fees based on enrolment date. Families can add funds (“MAC Money”) to student accounts via Armourpay for pay-as-you-go purchases.
- Transportation:
- Optional school bus service is available (door-to-door for PK–Gr.6; community stops for Gr.7–12). Transportation is a separate charge; a 2026–2027 Transportation Services Guide provides service-area, schedule and fee details.
- Optional or occasional charges that may be billed separately include some overnight trips, specific external exam fees, specialized program fees, equipment for certain courses, and optional extracurricular or athletics costs. Tuition materials note that ‘‘most'' field trips are included but exceptions can apply.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- The Registration Deposit (PK–Gr.12) and the New Student Enrollment Fee (Gr.1–Gr.12) are non-refundable and are not included in tuition calculations.
- Refund structure for withdrawal from the academic year is published as follows:
- Withdrawal from July 13 to November 16: 30% of annual tuition will be charged; any excess tuition paid will be refunded.
- Withdrawal from November 17 to March 1: 60% of annual tuition will be charged; any excess tuition paid will be refunded.
- Withdrawal after March 2: 0% of tuition paid will be refunded (no refund).

Fee payment options (methods accepted for tuition and related charges)
- Accepted payment methods shown in the published payment plans include: Visa and Mastercard, pre-authorized debit, post-dated cheques, and e-Transfer. The Monthly Payment Plan (10 payments) lists Visa/Mastercard, pre-authorized debit, post-dated cheques, and e-Transfer as options.
- Meal payments and on-campus account top-ups use the Transact mobile ordering system and Armourpay for adding MAC Money to student accounts.

Additional notes on family discounts and tax receipts
- A tuition discount is offered to families with three or more children enrolled; details are available from the Admissions Office. Official tax receipts for eligible child-care portions of fees are issued; some parents may be eligible to claim a portion of school fees under applicable child care expense deductions.
Academics

MacLachlan College teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Advanced Placement (AP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-K to Grade 6, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Candidate for Grades 7–8, and Advanced Placement (AP) in Grades 11–12, with a university-preparatory focus.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school has small class sizes.

Higher Education Progression
AP and IB programs prepare students for leading universities in Canada and abroad.
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Create an Online Account. The application is submitted through maclachlan.myschoolapp.com. A non-refundable application fee of CAD 250 for Canadian and Permanent Resident students and CAD 300 for International students accompanies each application; payment is due when the completed application form is submitted.
Step 2: Complete the Online Checklist. After creating the account, upload the required items: School Report Cards (final reports from the previous two years and any progress reports for the current year), Confidential Reference Form (downloadable from the checklist and provided to the student's teacher for completion), and Birth Date Verification. Prospective families can view the status of their application online.
Step 3: Not Ready to Apply? Inquire Online. Complete an Online Inquiry Form to express interest; a member of the Admissions Department will respond promptly and guide the next steps.

Scholarships
Bursaries up to CAD 20,000 are awarded through The MacLachlan College Educational Foundation; bursaries are based on financial need, academic accomplishments, strength of character and leadership, athletic accomplishments, artistic accomplishments, and community participation and contributions; bursaries are available to applicants to all grades. Applications for bursary/financial aid are made through Apple Financial Services, an independent financial services firm, and cost CAD 130 payable to Apple Financial Services. The process is annual and confidential, and returns are reviewed by the MacLachlan College Educational Foundation. New applicants should complete the Apple Financial Services process by February 15 to be considered in the first round; returning MacLachlan students should apply by January 30.
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