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Go to child profileGlobally minded, our school is an independent, university-preparatory coed, K-12, day school offering the IB Diploma Programme. Located on a 7-acre campus in the heart of the Monkland Village, the school has a rich history, an inspiring team of faculty, and a diverse and highly motivated student body. With a challenging academic program and extensive co-curricular offerings that include athletics, arts, service, debating and leadership, our focus is on fully developing the mind, body and heart of every student.
Founded in 1909, LCC has a long tradition and a reputation to match. The list of alumni includes some shining lights of Canadian arts, letters, politics, business, and academics. There is a sense of place, and it’s considerable—students feel that they are participating within something larger than themselves. Of course, LCC has evolved over the years, though adaptations have been considered and orderly. A bilingual program for the primary grades was adopted in the early 1990s. The school became fully coeducational in 1995. The International Baccalaureate programme, too, is relatively new. Families are attracted to the traditions of the school, and the dedication to adapting to meet the needs of students. LCC continues to provide an example both of the value of looking ahead, developing programs that will meet the evolving needs of students, and with an eye to the kinds of academic, professional, and social environments students will encounter in their post-secondary careers and beyond.
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Some private schools offer International Baccalaureate (IB) programming. The "Diploma Programme" is offered to students in the final two years of high school, while the "Primary Years Programme" (ages 3 to 12) and "Middle Years Programme" (ages 11 to 16) serve as preparation for the diploma program.
| Program | offered |
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| Primary Years | |
| Middle Years | |
| Diploma program | |
| Career-related program |
| Focus |
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| Academic |
DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
| Subject | offered |
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| Evolution as consensus theory | |
| Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
| Evolution is not taught |
| Subject | offered |
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| Biology | |
| Chemistry | |
| Ecology | |
| Geology | |
| Meteorology | |
| Physics | |
| Physiology | |
| Zoology |
| Subject | offered |
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| Acting | |
| Dance | |
| Drama/Theatre | |
| Graphic Design | |
| Music | |
| Visual Arts |
| Expressive | |
| Disciplined |
| Subject | offered |
|---|---|
| Computer science | |
| Robotics | |
| Web design |
| Flexible pacing style | offered |
|---|---|
| Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
| Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
| Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
| Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
| Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
| Differentiated assessment |
Students remain in a regular classroom for most of the day, but are pulled out for extra support from a qualified special education teacher.
| Subject Type | offered |
|---|---|
| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
| Subject Type | offered |
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
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| Program | offered |
|---|---|
| Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
| Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
Curriculum delivery: Enrichment (The main focus is on enrichment. This means that while students may work at a marginally quicker pace than public school peers, the primary aim is to study subject in broader and deeper ways.)
| Program | offered |
|---|---|
| Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
| Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
| Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
| Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
| Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
In grade Gr. 12, Lower Canada College students perform an average of >2 hours of homework per night.
| 11 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Canada College | 160 mins | 160 mins |
| Site Average | 96 mins | 107 mins |
| Lettered or numbered grades | K to Gr. 12 |
| Prose (narrative)-based feedback | K to Gr. 12 |
| Academic achievement reporting | K to Gr. 12 |
| Habits and behaviour reporting | K to Gr. 11 |
| Parent-teacher meetings | K to Gr. 12 |
Competitive sports: 14
Recreational sports: 4
Lower Canada College offers 23 clubs and extracurricular programs.
| K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
| Day | $17,625 | $21,280 | $22,170 | $22,485 | $21,790 | $21,815 | $21,650 | ||||||
| Grade range that need-based aid is offered: | 7 to 12 |
| Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid | 14% |
| Average aid package size | $0 |
| Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid | 14% |
| Total aid available | $1,000,000 |
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At Lower Canada College we believe it is important to make the opportunity for an LCC education as accessible as possible. Our bursary programs have been established to support students who deserve an LCC education. In fact, last year our school granted approximately $982,000 in scholarships and bursaries to almost 14% of our students at the high school level (grades 7-12). We are part of a network of schools affiliated with Financial Aid for Canadian Students (FACS); a neutral organization that provides an analysis of a family’s financial ability to contribute toward the school’s tuition fees. The school will make its decisions to award aid on the basis of financial need with guidance from the confidential analysis provided by FACS. During this challenging economic climate, our first priority is to support current LCC families.
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| Grades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 | K to Gr. 12 | Coed | Day | 800 |
| Total enrolment | 800 |
| Average class size | 18 to 22 |
| % of international students (total enrolment) | N/A |
| Number of different nationalities within student population | N/A |
| K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Enrollment | 36 | 36 | 38 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 42 | 90 | 95 | 95 | 100 | 100 | 60 |
| Assessment | Required | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Interview | 5 - 12 | |
| SSAT | ||
| SSAT (out of province) | ||
| Entrance Exam(s) | K - 11 | |
| Entrance Essay | 5 - 12 | |
| English Language Eligibility Certificate | 7 - 11 |
Day students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry: N/A
Application fee: $50
Registration fee: $200
Deposit: N/A
□ A completed application form
□ A recent wallet/passport size photo of applicant (please write applicant's name on back of photo)
□ A completed student profile form (grades 5 –11 only)
□ A confidential report form completed by the child’s teacher who returns it directly to the LCC Admissions Office (where schools comply)
□ A copy of recent report cards (current year and previous year-end)
□ A copy of the child’s eligibility certificate (mandatory for grades 7–11)
□ Applicants born in Canada: an original birth certificate (brought to the Admissions Office meeting for certification) or provide 3 certified copies of the long form birth certificate. Both parents’ names must appear.
□ Applicants born outside of Canada: an original birth certificate (brought to the Admissions Office meeting for certification) or provide 3 certified copies of the long form birth certificate. Both parents’ names must appear. Also include proof of student's or parent's Canadian citizenship. If the applicant or parents do not possess Canadian citizenship, Canadian immigration documents must be provided.
□ Results of a second-language test provided by LCC or recommended by the school. Contact the Admissions Office for details (ESL students only).
□ A non-refundable processing and evaluation fee of $50. Payable by cash (receipt provided), cheque or money order payable to Lower Canada College, or wire transfer (from a financial institution outside Canada only). Contact Admissions Office for details.
This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.
Student Entry Points
This shows approximately how many openings there are likely to be in each grade in a typical year, as well as the estimated acceptance rate for each grade level.
| Student Type | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Average graduating class size | 100 |
| Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation | 100% |
| Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada | N/A |
| Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK) | N/A |
Lower Canada College Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:
This information is not currently available.Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:
| Career planning | |
| Internships | N/A |
| Mentorship Program | N/A |
| University counseling |
What Lower Canada College says:
| Alumnus | Grad Year | Accomplishment |
|---|---|---|
| Peter Behrens | 1971 | Peter Behrens,a Fellow at Harvard University's Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study. has his third novel CARRY ME published in Spring 2016. www.peterbehrens.org |
| Stuart McLean | 1965 | Vinyl Cafe |
Alumni Highlights
Ask LCC students, parents, teachers, or alumni what makes LCC a special place and they will tell you: Abundant Opportunities; A Culture of Excellence; A Strong Community; and Exceptional Resources.
We know this because we cared to ask. As educators, we understand that these defining characteristics are central to a student’s journey in discovering all that he or she can be. And this strikes at the core of our philosophy.
Our school offers amazing opportunities for students in kindergarten through grade 12 because we believe they are essential to the student’s fullest development in mind, body, and heart. We also understand that it’s not “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to education and personal growth. Providing a breadth of well-integrated curricular and co-curricular programs keeps students engaged, allows them to try new things, and stretches their boundaries in a safe environment.
What is striking—and personally gratifying—is that students and staff alike enjoy being at LCC. We are a school that sets high standards in all that we do, but we also welcome the challenge. Positive student involvement, committed teachers, supportive parents, and a joy of learning combine to make the LCC educational experience exceptional. Our faculty and staff inspire our students to do their best and discover new strengths and passions. These special relationships are the true measure of what distinguishes the programs and opportunities of our school.
Community is part of our core values. At LCC, there is a genuine sense of pride and belonging palpable not only across our four school divisions, but also in all layers of school life. We live our motto—Non Nobis Solum/Not for Ourselves Alone. This means instilling a sense of responsibility and accountability in our students, and ensuring everyone has the chance to make a difference in the lives of others, locally or globally.
Outstanding resources help make all of this possible. We are fortunate to have some of the best facilities in the city, which are complemented by innovative programming and teachers prepared to go the extra mile. Whether it be math and science, performing arts, technology, athletics, leadership, service, Pre-University, or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, it comes down to people, facilities and programs. Together, they provide a comprehensive experience that develops personal potential and brings about endless possibilities for LCC students.
There are many excellent schools from which to choose and we recognize that selecting the school that best fits is important. We invite you to explore LCC and discover for yourself the journey that will lead to The Power to Be.
Christopher Shannon
Headmaster, Pre-U graduate, and parent of two LCC alumni
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