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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:Kells Academy vs. Lower Canada College

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

  Address

  6865 De Maisonneuve West/6645 De Maisonneuve West, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1T1/H4B 2Y3, Canada

  4090 Royal Avenue, Montreal, Quebec, H4A 2M5, Canada

  Distance

  Distance

  5,430.4 km

  5,430.2 km

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

  1978

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  Enrolment

  306

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  Grades

  K to 12

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  Gender

  Coed

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  Living arrangements

  Boarding, Day, Homestay

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  Language of instruction

  English

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  Faith Based

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  School focus

  Academic

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  Developmental Priorities

  Balanced

  Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.

  Social

  The goal is to cultivate "socially aware and active citizens, motivated to change the world (or their community) for the better."

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

  Traditional

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  Curriculum pace

  Student-paced

  The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.

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  Academic culture

  Supportive

  A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

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  Avg. Class Size

  Varies

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  Special needs support

  Learning, Developmental

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  Gifted learner support

  Dedicated class; in-class adaptations

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  Preschool/K curriculum

  Academic

  Academic-based preschools and Kindergartens are the most structured of the different types, and have a strong emphasis on math and reading readiness skills. These programs aim to expose children to what early-elementary school is like. While time is still allotted to free play, much of the day is built around explicit lessons guided by the teacher. Classrooms often resemble play-based ones (with different stations set up around the room), but at an Academic program the teacher leads students through the stations directly, and ties these activities to a whole-class lesson or theme.

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  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

  $20,500 to $23,700

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  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

  Yes

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  Students on FA

  0%

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  Eligible grades for FA

  1 to 11

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  Median FA package size

  $3,000

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  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

  24

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  Percent in boarding

  0%

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  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

  95%

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  Day entry years

  K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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  Boarding entry years

  7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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  Day admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Boarding admissions deadline

  Rolling

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  Interview required?

  Yes: grades K - 11

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  SSAT required

  No

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  English Language Eligibility Certificate Required

  No

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• School’s perspective
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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "By using a differentiated approach to learning, Kells Academy supports students in reaching their full potential. Serving K-12 in three separate campuses, we offer small classes with a focus on student engagement and high achievement, excellent academic, arts and sports programs, as well as a wide variety of extracurricular activities and clubs. Kells enjoys a close to 100% graduation rate, high acceptance in all disciplines in CEGEP and university, is co-ed, and the Certificate of Eligibility is not required."

  • The Certificate of English Eligibility is not required
  • Small class sizes
  • Convenient location accessible by public transit
  • Accelerated Math program option
  • Homestay and residence options available
  • On-site tutoring
  • Three levels of ESL instruction
  • Beginner French class option
  • Sport-Études Program

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "At Kells, we understand that success looks different for everyone. That is why, from the first meeting with admissions staff, our mission is to get to know each prospective student and begin to map out how Kells can meet their specific needs and help them find success. Our school is welcoming and innovative, with an array of programs and extracurricular options that allow students to find a path that is empowering and enriching for them."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What tradeoffs has school_name made to serve families in this way?

  What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  Information not available

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What key junctures in school_name's history have most shaped its present?

  What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "In almost fifty years of operation, several pivotal moments have shaped Kells Academy. Kells began accepting international students in the 1970s. The resulting diversity of our student body led to the establishment of the Language Center. The introduction of the Flex program allowed students to explore their own passions and interests with options like cinematography, chess, robotics, baking, and yoga. Kells was an early adopter of assistive technology in the classroom, which has allowed us to respond effectively to unprecedented challenges like the pandemic, and future proofs us as new technologies, such as AI, transform the educational landscape. As Kells continues to expand, our program offerings expand in kind to match student needs. Math enrichment courses were introduced and Kells started to participate in national and international math competitions, with glowing results. The Grade 12 program was introduced in 2017 to facilitate the transition from high school to university."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

  What type of student is a good fit for your school?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "Thanks to our customized approach to learning, most students are a good fit for our school. We get to know them and then tailor our approach to their needs. We are a university-preparatory school, so it is important that our students intend to work towards that goal. Upon graduation, our Grade 12 students have gone on to attend postsecondary studies at some of the most prestigious universities in North America and abroad, such as McGill, University of Toronto, University of Ottawa, Queen’s, Western, Howard, Clemson, KU Leuven, and Eindhoven. Kells Grade 11 graduates, who graduate with a Quebec High School Diploma, enjoy a high acceptance rate in all disciplines in CEGEP, which is Quebec’s 2-year college program."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing school_name?

  Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "Since we do not have football and hockey contact sports teams, Kells may not be a good option for a student if that is their focus. However, we have started a Sport-Études program at the school, which allows students to study at Kells part-time while training with an affiliated sports association. This is the perfect program for elite athletes who wish to pursue excellence in their sport and in the classroom, as Kells offers them the flexibility to thrive."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  To your knowledge, why do families choose school_name over others?

  To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "Families choose our school because we really know our students. We are responsive to the needs of our students and constantly adapt to support them more effectively."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  How would you characterize school_name's image amongst the public?

  How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "Our image is growing and changing. For many years, we proudly focused on supporting the needs of students with specific learning profiles. Our stable faculty’s skills strengthened as a result. We became known as a school that can deliver high quality instruction in a customized way. Families locally and internationally saw the value of this approach for all students, not just those with specific learning profiles. Now, our school has expanded and is known for academic excellence and customized education."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "The spirit of our school is underappreciated. There is a feeling of happiness, acceptance, and respect here the moment you walk through the doors. In everything we do, we celebrate diversity and our positive school culture is the result."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What do families find surprising about school_name?

  What might families find surprising about your school?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "Families might be surprised to learn that our students receive scholarships from well-known universities worldwide. This past year, our graduates won scholarships totalling $390,000 from various institutions. Families might also be surprised to learn that there are around 60 countries represented at our school. We celebrate diversity and we know that it enriches the learning experience for everyone at our school."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "One of the top priorities at Kells is to respond to the needs of students as they arise by introducing new initiatives. For example, we added an advisory program to give students one-on-one support and guidance. We added beginner French, as many of our international students come to Kells with no prior experience in French. At our Language Center, we re-established three levels of ESL (beginner, intermediate, and high intermediate) to help our ESL students gain fluency at their own pace and integrate into Kells High School with confidence. As our school has grown, we have also added new members to our team: a full-time sports and student life coordinator, a full-time learning support specialist, and a full-time communications coordinator."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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  How will school_name change in the next 5 years?

  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  KELLS ACADEMY

  "If the past several decades are any indication, Kells Academy will continue to grow. In response we will continue to assess the needs of our student body and remain responsive to them."

  LOWER CANADA COLLEGE

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