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Gifted schools in Quebec

Find the top gifted schools and programs in Quebec.

Welcome to the OUR KIDS guide to gifted schools in Quebec—your resource for exploring programs that support advanced learners across the province. Gifted schools in Quebec provide enriched academics, flexible instruction, and opportunities for students to explore their strengths in depth, fostering both intellectual and personal growth.

On this page, we feature private schools in Quebec that offer gifted programs and support. This includes schools in Montreal, Laval, Sherbrooke, Kirkland, and Longueuil. We also touch on public school options for gifted children.

For more than 30 years, OUR KIDS has connected families with private and independent schools, sharing trusted insights into what makes each program unique. On OurKids.net, you’ll find verified profiles, parent reviews, comparison tools, and expert resources to guide your search. For a more complete overview of gifted education, including information about young gifted children and gifted tests, start with our guide to gifted schools.

2. Choosing a gifted school in Quebec

Our gifted education guide has advice specific to finding gifted programming. For insights that are more general (on how to evaluate school options), we recommend you review our hub on choosing a school and our expert advice on school-choice. You can also read our guides to questions to ask private schools and questions students get asked at school interviews.

Private school expos

Private school expos are a great starting point for finding a school. We have annual private school expos in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary, and Halton-peel. These expos allow you to speak with many private schools, some of which have gifted programs—all in one place. Find a gifted school near you.

Upcoming open house events

Attending open houses is a great way to learn more about a school and get a feel for the environment. For some general advice on open house visits, go here. For questions to ask that are specific to gifted programs, check out our main gifted education guide.

3. What is the tuition at gifted schools in Quebec?

Broadly speaking, the cost of gifted schools in Quebec reflects private school tuition in general. Private schools can range from $5,000 to over $30,000 per year for day students.

There are quite a few affordable private schools for gifted kids. Inexpensive schools can often provide an excellent education by focusing on the classroom basics. You don't need to spend a fortune on bells and whistles: the key is getting your child individualized support. Having said that, the pricier schools will tend to provide a wider breadth of in-class and extracurricular opportunities. They will also tend to be larger and more established. Nonetheless, for most schools, the largest operating expense is usually teacher salaries.

Many schools offer financial aid (also known as "bursaries", "tuition relief", or "tuition assistance") and scholarships. Financial aid is needs-based, while scholarships are given for some measure of merit (whether it be academic, athletic, or something else). You can read more about financial aid and scholarships in our dedicated guide. Generally speaking, the larger and more expensive private schools provide the most aid. Even comfortable middle-class families can be eligible to receive aid, so don't be afraid to ask a school about it—whatever your financial situation.

Below you'll find the range of costs at Quebec private schools with gifted programming:

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Make no mistake: gifted children have different needs than typical students. These learners are often so advanced in their intellectual abilities that they are outliers in the classroom: a normal curriculum and approach won't be enough. When these students don't receive the custom support they need, they can disengage from school—and even become depressed.

If you know or suspect your child is gifted, you're faced with the following questions:

• Does your child need specialized support for their giftedness?
• Should you look at private schools or go with the public system?
• Should you choose support in the form of (1) dedicated gifted schools/classes or (2) in-class adaptations?
• Should you choose a program that emphasizes (1) acceleration of content or (2) depth and breadth of inquiry? Should you consider having your child skip a grade?
• Which specific school or program should you choose?

You can also consider unique options, like language immersion programs, International Baccalaureate programs, Advanced Placement courses (for older students), special needs programs, or other alternatives like Montessori schools.

If you're still grappling with these questions, start with our introductory guide to gifted education. Once you're versed in the fundamentals, revisit this page to explore your specific school options in location.

Private schools are not required by law to provide support for gifted children—and many don't. On the other hand, some private schools are able to offer highly individualized programs for gifted learners. The term "buyer beware" definitely applies here: it's up to you to make sure schools are properly set up for gifted learners. The list of private schools on this page (above) is a good place to start your search.