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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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70c19e7499972d0b00d00200000d0021f0270ed0f0027dc000. 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.

St. George's School of Montreal operates on The Boulevard in Montreal. The Elementary School Campus is at 3685 The Boulevard, Westmount, QC H3Y 1S9. The High School Campus is at 3100 Le Boulevard, Montréal, QC H3Y 1R9. The school is minutes from downtown Montreal.

Kindergarten through Grade 12; High School (Grades 7–11); Pre-University (Grade 12) Program introduced in 2025–2026, making the school a full K–12 institution.

Independent, co-educational, non-denominational day school with a family boarding option for international students.

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Non-denominational

St. George's offers four shared bus services with QAIS private schools. Routes include Laval & Town of Mount Royal (Morning: Ste. Dorothée; 6:35 a.m.–7:10 a.m. stops; Afternoon: High School 3:28 p.m.; Elementary 3:40 p.m.), West Island Route 1 (Beaconsfield, The Brick, Ikea 9191 Cavendish Blvd; Afternoon 3:28 p.m.; Late buses available), West Island Route 2 (Roger Pilon area; Afternoon 3:35 p.m.; Late departures), Nuns' Island (door-to-door or closest corner), and South Shore (Châteauguay, Candiac, Brossard). Public transit options include lines 66, 165, and 166.

Family boarding option available for international students coming from outside Montreal.

Mandatory Physical Education uniform for PE classes. Elementary PE items are St. George's Shorts, T-shirt, Zipped Hoodie and Pants; High School PE items are St. George's Shorts, T-shirt and Athletic Leggings. Team uniforms are issued to athletes and must be returned at season end, with replacement costs for unreturned items; uniform pieces can be purchased online at the Clothing Store.

Elementary School has a mandatory lunch program; the menu is published on the Parent Page. The High School provides a cafeteria with lunch periods: Junior Lunch (Grades 7–8) 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.; Senior Lunch (Grades 9–11) 12:40 p.m.–1:40 p.m. Grade 11 students may have lunch off-campus on select days.

The school is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational day school. It is accredited by QAIS and CAIS.

Grade 12 Pre-University leads to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students complete eight credits in a two-term model and choose one of three curricular pathways—Science, Commerce, or Humanities. Core requirements are paired with pathway-specific courses; the Science pathway includes Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry, Calculus, and Advanced Physics, while the Humanities pathway covers Canadian and International Law and World History, with Economics, Ethics, and other related courses in the Commerce pathway. The program emphasizes inquiry-based, experiential learning and provides university-focused guidance to help students prepare for post-secondary study.

The Grade 12 Pre-University program earns the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). University preparation includes one-on-one guidance to support Canadian and international applications. 100% of Grade 12 Pre-University students have received offers from top universities, including University of Toronto, Lehigh University, Vanderbilt University, Dalhousie University, Queen's University, and Western University.

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered, with AP credits recognized for admission or advanced standing when enrolling in American universities and some Canadian universities.

St. George's School of Montreal fosters a caring and inclusive milieu that balances self-expression with the rights of others. Collaboration and student voice are central to learning, with daily planning and a community‑based team approach that supports both learning and well-being. An Advisor/Advisee program assigns each student a dedicated advisor to monitor progress and personal development. The school emphasizes empathy, leadership, and respectful behavior as core values. Counseling support is available when needed to support student well‑being.

The school provides learning enrichment and counseling support through a Coordinator of Learning Enrichment and a Guidance Counselor to assist learners with diverse needs. The Elementary School includes a Coordinator of Learning Enrichment and a focus on meeting individual learning needs, complemented by the guidance team to support students' academic progress and well‑being. The Advisor/Advisee program helps monitor each student's progress and development.

Language support is offered for both French and English new learners. Elementary School provides a bilingual environment where students learn in both languages, with small‑group and one‑on‑one support for new French language learners and English language learners who are supported to succeed at St. George's, including recommended tutoring for English language learners. In High School, French language support is designed to eventually integrate new language learners into the regular French as a second language program, with additional language support available for new English language learners.

Health and well‑being are priorities, with an emphasis on physical and social‑emotional wellbeing within a respectful environment. The school promotes an inclusive culture that supports well‑being and personal development, including daily teacher guidance and a framework for social responsibility. Counseling support is available as needed to support students' mental and emotional health, and student voices are encouraged through structured adviser systems and policy frameworks.

There is a Formal Respectful Behaviour Policy and a Bullying and Violence Intervention and Prevention Plan. The school can involve external agencies when necessary, including police and youth protection services. A National Student Ombudsperson (Protecteur national de l'élève) exists as part of safeguarding and student rights, and the school maintains procedures for safeguarding concerns and appropriate escalation.

The school has an admissions process that emphasizes individuality and does not typecast students. Open Houses are held and applications are submitted via an Inquiry Form; early admissions decisions are shared at the end of February and general admissions decisions at the end of March. Grade 7 admissions require an English Eligibility Certificate to attend the high school, and Grade 7 admission decisions are shared on November 5, 2025. For Grades 1–6 and Kindergarten, the admissions calendar includes listed events and deadlines such as Open House dates and application deadlines published on the admissions page.

The school has Grade 7 scholarships: three Engagement Scholarships worth $10,000 each, applied to total fees in increments of $2,000 annually; the Passion and Purpose Scholarship is $25,000, applied in $5,000 increments; and the Inspired Futures Scholarship is $40,000, applied in $8,000 increments. Recipients are chosen based on a holistic review of academic achievement, co-curricular engagement, and character. Applicants must take the Common Admission Test (C.A.T.) and submit a Grade 7 Scholarship Application including a personal statement, evidence of activities, and a reference letter, with a deadline of October 17, 2025. The bursary program offers financial aid for enrolled students via FAST, with Grade 7 bursary deadlines of November 28, 2025 (results by December 18, 2025) and separate deadlines for Kindergarten–Grade 11. The Jade Raymond Bursary provides an additional award to one high school student per year, with criteria including a minimum 85% average and demonstrated need.

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.

4635, Chemin Queen Mary, Montréal, Québec H3W 1W3. Located on the island of Montréal. Bus service includes route 124 (Victoria Ave) and routes 51 and 166 (Queen Mary Rd). The nearest metro stations are Snowdon (Blue Line) and Côte-des-Neiges (Orange Line).

Maternelle, Élémentaire, Collège et Lycée.

Private establishment; courses are taught in French; affiliated with the AEFE network.

Plan d'Accueil Personnalisé (PAP) available for students with learning differences; inclusive education advisor; after-school directed study for primary students.

AEFE network.

Laïcité; neutrality and secular principles guide the school; no religious affiliation.

Arrivals begin at 7:30. Regular classes run 8:00–16:15, with lunch 12:10–13:05. After-school extensions run 16:20–17:15 and 18:15–19:10.

Bus routes: 124 (Victoria Avenue) and 51 and 166 (Queen Mary Road). Nearest metro stations: Snowdon (Blue Line) and Côte-des-Neiges (Orange Line).

The CiMF has a dress code requiring attire appropriate for a school setting: safe, clean, proper, decent, and respectful of others. For safety, footwear with a securely attached heel is mandatory. Hats and bandanas are not allowed.

The CIMF cafeteria serves varied and balanced daily menus in line with Quebec's food policy. The main meal is served from 11:00 to 13:30 and includes vegetarian options, salads, and chef creations; a morning snack is available from 9:55 to 10:10. All meals are prepared on site by the kitchen team; more than 550 students and staff dine there daily.

CiMF is a private Quebec establishment governed by a Quebec corporation. It is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education, Youth and Sports, confirming compliance with the French curriculum. It is a conventioned establishment and part of the AEFE network.

The CIMF blends the French education system with the Québec model, preparing students for two French diplomas: the Diplôme National du Brevet at the end of 3e and the Baccalauréat Français in 1ère and Terminale. The Baccalauréat is internationally recognized and serves as the equivalent of the Québec DEC for university admission; a DES diploma can be pursued in certain circumstances if progression to 1ère is approved and HQC has been completed. The Baccalauréat, with eight specialties, is offered: History-Geography, Geopolitique et sciences politiques; Humanities, Literature et Philosophy; Languages, Literatures et Cultures étrangères (Anglais); Mathematics; Numérique et sciences informatiques; Physique-Chimie; Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre; Sciences Économiques et Sociales. The CIMF structure follows four levels: Maternelle (Moyenne Section and Grande Section), Élémentaire (CP–CM2), Collège (6e–3e), and Lycée (2nde– Terminale). All elementary students follow two hours of English per week; non‑anglophones may have an intensive English year in CM1 or CM2; from CM2, Italian and German are introduced, with continued study in 6e, and a language hour per language is scheduled each term to support continuing Italian and German and introducing Spanish.

The French Baccalauréat enables access to major universities worldwide, underscoring its international recognition and the diploma's standing globally. The program also notes equivalences with Québec's DES/DEC under franco‑québécois agreements, facilitating university progression in Quebec for qualifying students.

An Inclusive Education lead coordinates PAP (Plan d'Aide Personnalisée) for students with needs, including those with haut potentiel intellectuel. CIMF also provides discreet access to psychologists who can orient students toward specialized services when needed.

The CIMF offers an educational approach that embraces the diversity of human intelligence so students can maximize their capacities, talents, and skills. A rigorous and humane formation cultivates academic, emotional, creative, and social aptitudes and guides students toward their full potential and academic projects. Rich in cultural diversity with strong arts and excellence in science and technology, CIMF helps students develop critical thinking, creativity, and the ability to connect with others to influence their future and the world. It expresses its mission through three commitments—Illuminate, Accompany, Connect—aimed at forming citizens who can reflect and act on the future. The CIMF connects a multicultural student community in Quebec and around the world.

An Inclusive Education lead coordinates and monitors Personalized Help Plans (PAP) for students with learning differences such as dyslexia, dysorthographia, dyspraxia, disorders of executive function, high potential, or ADHD. On-site psychologists are available to meet discreetly, provide guidance, and refer students to specialized services when needed.

CIMF welcomes multilingual children in kindergarten. Small-group English as a Foreign Language classes are taught by a French as a Foreign Language teacher from kindergarten through secondary. In primary, English classes are differentiated by student needs, allowing learning to adapt from beginners to more advanced levels. In collège and lycée, all students take a language test and are placed into Regular, Intermediate, or Advanced levels, including for anglophone or bilingual students.

The CIMF places well-being at the center of the school experience, combining rigorous study with humane guidance to develop academic, emotional, creative and social capabilities. It accompanies students with kindness and openness to foster human connections and well-being. An on-site psychology service is available to meet discreetly with students and to refer them to specialized services when needed.

Internal regulations for Secondary and Primary are published for 2025-2026. A dedicated Inclusive Education lead coordinates and monitors PAP, and on-site psychologists provide discreet support and referrals to ensure student safety and well-being.

The first step is to fill out the online admissions application form. No examination is required for students coming from an AEFE school or recognized by the French Ministry of National Education and for students entering kindergarten. For all other students, an admissions examination is required. A confirmation of registration for the examination will be sent by the registrar after the admissions form is received. The decision is made after the examination.

Loans and bursaries may be granted by the Ministère de l'Éducation du Québec at the college level (Cegep 1 and Cegep 2). Scholarships (all levels) may be awarded by the AEFE to French nationals registered on the register of French citizens abroad who have submitted a file within the prescribed deadlines. For the 2026/2027 academic year, the first campaign is open from January 6, 2026 to March 4, 2026. The CIMF also offers an internal CIMF scholarship for non-French families (secondary and college levels only) to reduce tuition fees. It is subject to means testing. To apply, parents must write to cpte.recevoir@cimf.ca to obtain the application form; the deadline is March 23, 2026. A committee will inform parents of the decision. This is an exceptional and temporary aid; eligibility is limited to non-French students in secondary and college with one year of seniority at the College. Dossiers can be collected from Mme Sobela in the Administrative and Financial Services.

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.