La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science

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  • Curriculum: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate
    • Mathematics: Equal Balance
    • Early Reading: Phonics-intensive
    • Writing: Systematic approach
    • Science: Expository
    • Literature: Traditional
    • Social Studies : Core Knowledge
    • Humanities and Social Sciences : Pragmatism
    • Foreign Languages: Communicative
    • Fine Arts: Creative
    • Computers and Technology: Light integration
    • Physical Education:
    • Advanced Placement courses: 3 courses
    • Sex and health education: Not Ontario curriculum
  • Preschool/K Curriculum: Academic
  • Curriculum Pace: Accelerated
  • Academic Culture: Rigorous
  • Developmental priorities: Balanced
  • Special needs support: No support
  • Gifted learner support: In-class adaptations
  • Language: bilingual / dual-immersion
  • Homework Policy:
  • Report Card Policy:

  
  

  • Curriculum Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate
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    Central to your child's school experience is the underlying curriculum taught in the classroom. "Curriculum" refers to both what is taught and how it's taught. When considering the different curricula outlined in the next few pages, keep in mind that few schools fall neatly into one category or another. Most schools' curricula comprise a blend of best practices drawn from multiple curriculum types. Having said that, most schools do have a general overall curriculum type. These are identified for each school on OurKids.net.

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    Curriculum approach at La Citadelle: Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate

    La Citadelle has a Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Traditional, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).

    [Show: About Liberal Arts, International Baccalaureate?]

    Liberal Arts curricula share with traditional programs their emphasis on core knowledge-acquisition, but tend to borrow more best practices from the progressive approach. A Liberal Arts program might still feature group work and projects, for example, contrary to the more singular emphasis on tests and essays at a Traditional program.

    Curriculum at schools on OurKids.net

      Liberal arts - 17%
      Traditional - 15%
      Progressive - 17%
      Montessori - 17%
      Reggio Emilia - 17%
      Waldorf - 17%
    

    La Citadelle has a International Baccalaureate approach to secondary curriculum.

    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.

    What La Citadelle says: La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science offers an exceptional well-rounded international education and a truly comprehensive advanced instructional program from PrepK to Grade 12 in a multilingual environment within the Canadian experience. Promoting good education and a balanced instructional program of study covering languages, the arts and sciences in its pedagogy of excellence, which is based on the Ontario and French Curriculum, the IB and the AP programs, La Citadelle strives to create a well-rounded learning process that is geared to establish a marked impact on the holistic development of the learner.

    International Baccalaureate offered:

    Program	offered
    Primary Years
    Middle Years
    Diploma program
    Career-related program

    Approach:

    Focus
    Academic

    Pedagogies and subject courses:

    • Mathematics Equal Balance
      Mathematics approach at La Citadelle: Equal Balance

      La Citadelle has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math , Discovery Math approach).

      [Show: About Equal Balance?]

      These math programs feature an equal balance of “Traditional” and “Discovery” methods.

      Mathematics at schools on OurKids.net

        Equal balance - 33%
        Traditional math - 34%
        Discovery math - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: At La Citadelle, we believe that one can more effectively teach a subject if they have a passion for it. As such, specialized teachers are designated for specific subjects, and mathematics is no exception. Guided by the textbook, the approach to teach mathematics combines both the traditional and the discovery math approaches in an effort to equip the student with an array of skill sets relevant to the assimilation of mathematical concepts.

      Textbooks and supplementary materials: This information is not currently available.

      Calculator policy: Calculators may be used in an upper elementary class at the request of and under the supervision of the mathematics teachers. Secondary School students will possess a scientific calculator to use at their discretion, primarily outside of the classroom.

    • Early Reading Phonics-intensive
      Early Reading approach at La Citadelle: Phonics-intensive

      La Citadelle has a Phonics-intensive approach to Early Reading (as opposed to Whole Language , Balanced Literacy approach).

      [Show: About Phonics-intensive?]

      Systematic-phonics programs teach young children to read by helping them to recognize and sound out the letters and syllables of words. Students are then led to blend these sounds together to sound out and recognize the whole word. While other reading programs might touch on phonetics (either incidentally or on a “when needed” basis), systematic phonics teaches phonics in a specific sequence, and uses extensive repetition and direct instruction to help readers associate specific letter patterns with their associated sounds.

      Early Reading at schools on OurKids.net

        Phonics-intensive - 34%
        Whole language - 33%
        Balanced literacy - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: Reading beginnings are phonics-centred and will evolve into sound blends and word formation. Students begin this early reading practice in French in Junior Kindergarden and are relatively fluid readers in this language by the end of Grade 1. English as an academic subject begins in Grade 1, with a phonics-based system as well, but given their initial proficiency in the language overall, their reading skills are at par with their French ones by the end of this same year.

      DIBELS Testing: This school does not use DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.

      What La Citadelle says: This information is not currently available.

    • Writing Systematic approach
      Writing approach at La Citadelle: Systematic approach

      La Citadelle has a Systematic approach approach to Writing (as opposed to Process approach , Equal balance approach).

      [Show: About Systematic approach?]

      The systematic approach to teaching beginner writing focuses on directly imparting explicit sentence construction strategies, along with planning, revising, and editing skills. Students are asked to learn these explicit strategies and skills and practice them before applying them in more holistic writing assignments. Grammar and parts of sentences tend to have a central role in systematic writing instruction.

      Writing at schools on OurKids.net

        Systematic approach - 34%
        Process approach - 33%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: Beginner writing is systematic in both mechanics and content. As of Grade 1, there is a balanced approach to teaching a student the proper techniques to write cursive (how to hold a pencil, how to respect a line, forming letters, letter sizing, etc.) and what it is that they are writing. It begins with the ability to write sight words and to reproduce words containing sound blends seen in reading. From there, there is a gradual progression towards sentences, paragraphs and longer pieces of written works, all with a strong emphasis on correct sentence structure, and proper spelling.

    • Science Expository
      Science approach at La Citadelle: Expository

      La Citadelle has an Expository approach to Science (as opposed to Inquiry , Equal Balance approach).

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      Expository science is the more traditional method of teaching science: students learn scientific facts, theories, and the relationships between them through direct instruction by the teacher. These programs still incorporate hands-on experimentation and “live science”; however, relative to inquiry-based programs, expository science tilts towards content mastery and knowledge acquisition. Direct instruction ensures this acquisition process is efficient. Textbooks are emphasized (starting in earlier grades than inquiry-based programs), as are knowledge tests: students are asked to demonstrate they have thoroughly learned the content of the course, and can apply that knowledge to novel and challenging problems or questions.

      Science at schools on OurKids.net

        Expository - 34%
        Inquiry - 33%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      Teaching approach: Based on the textbooks, we cover all strands required by the Ministry of Education at the elementary levels: Life Systems, Matter and Energy, Earth and Space systems and finally, Structures and Mechanisms. In grades 11 and 12, Science subjects are divided into the respective disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics which are offered as University Preparation courses.

      Treatment of evolution:

      Subject	offered
      Evolution as consensus theory
      Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
      Evolution is not taught

      Topics covered in curriculum:

      Subject	offered
      Biology
      Chemistry
      Ecology
      Geology
      Meteorology
      Physics
      Physiology
      Zoology

    • Literature Traditional
      Literature approach at La Citadelle: Traditional

      La Citadelle has a Traditional approach to Literature (as opposed to Social Justice , Equal Balance approach).

      [Show: About Traditional?]

      In traditional literature programs students focus on decoding the mechanics of texts: plot, characterization, and themes. These texts tend to include a balance of contemporary and “classic” literature. When studying a past work, students investigate its historical context -- but only insofar as this adds understanding to the work itself. Past works are therefore studied “on their own terms”, and not merely as historical artifacts to be deconstructed: traditional literature programs are firmly rooted in the humanities, and carry the belief that great literature can reveal fundamental and universal truths about the human condition. These programs emphasize class discussions and critical essay writing, and aim to develop in students critical thinking, communication skills, and a cultivated taste and ethos.

      Literature at schools on OurKids.net

        Traditional - 34%
        Social justice - 33%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: This information is not currently available.

    • Social Studies Core Knowledge
      Social Studies approach at La Citadelle: Core Knowledge

      La Citadelle has a Core Knowledge approach to Social Studies (as opposed to Expanding Communities , Thematic approach).

      [Show: About Core Knowledge?]

      Usually focused on teaching history and geography at an early age, the core knowledge approach uses story, drama, reading, and discussion to teach about significant people, places, and events. Breadth of content and knowledge is emphasized. The curriculum is often organized according to the underlying logic of the content: history might be taught sequentially, for example (as students move through the grades).

      Social Studies at schools on OurKids.net

        Core knowledge - 34%
        Expanding communities - 33%
        Thematic - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: The Ministry of Education conglomerates History, Geography and Civics into one big umbrella called Social Sciences. At la Citadelle, we believe, in preparation for the upper grades, that, though interconnected, each facet of the Social Sciences is a subject to be treated independently. Grades 1 & 2, are given a generalized Social Science course using an Expanding Communities approach. From Grades 3 to 6, History, Geography and Civics are treated as distinct units. We further divide the curriculum in the following manner. History is taught more with regards to world history, and Geography is taught with a heavy Canada slant. Civics remains a course with an Expanding Communities approach. At the secondary levels, each facet is considered a different subject in which separate credits are obtained.

    • Humanities and Social Sciences Pragmatism
      Humanities and Social Sciences approach at La Citadelle: Pragmatism

      La Citadelle has a Pragmatism approach to Humanities and Social Sciences (as opposed to Perennialism , Equal Balance approach).

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      Pragmatism in the humanities and social sciences emphasizes making learning relevant to students’ present-day experience. Assignments tend to centre around projects and tasks rather than argumentative essays; these projects will often have a “real-world” application or relevance. There might be more of a social justice component to a pragmatic program, though that isn’t always the case. Subjects like history and philosophy are still covered/offered, but they play a less prominent role in the overall program than in the case of perennialism. The social sciences (contemporary geography, sociology, psychology, etc), meanwhile, might play a more prominent role in pragmatic programs. The key goals are to make learning progressive and relevant, while teaching students real-life skills and critical thinking.

      Humanities and Social Sciences at schools on OurKids.net

        Pragmatism - 33%
        Perennialism - 34%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: This information is not currently available.

    • Foreign Languages Communicative
      Foreign Languages approach at La Citadelle: Communicative

      La Citadelle has a Communicative approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual , Equal Balance approach).

      [Show: About Communicative?]

      The communicative method of language acquisition emphasizes the use of the target language in authentic contexts. The approach commonly features interactive group work, games, authentic texts, and opportunities to learn about the cultural background of the language. Drills and quizzes may still be used, but less frequently than with the audio-lingual method.

      Foreign Languages at schools on OurKids.net

        Communicative - 33%
        Audio-lingual - 34%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: Students are required to take a 3rd language (either Mandarin or Spanish), in addition to their bilingual (French, English) core education. This 3rd language is taken from Grade 2 all the way up to Grade 9. Guided by textbooks which are divided into units pertaining to everyday life, students are given the tools to actively communicate in every-day situations using the target language. Writing, though a key component, is not the primary focus of our 3rd language programme.

    • Fine Arts Creative
      Fine Arts approach at La Citadelle: Creative

      La Citadelle has a Creative approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive , Equal Balance approach).

      [Show: About Creative?]

      Creative arts programs are studio-driven. While historical works and movements may still be taught to add context to the program, students mainly engage in making art (visual, musical, theatrical, etc). The goal is use the actual practice of art to help educate students’ emotions, cognition, and ethos.

      Fine Arts at schools on OurKids.net

        Creative - 33%
        Receptive - 34%
        Equal balance - 33%
      

      Program offers:

      Subject	offered
      Acting
      Dance
      Drama/Theatre
      Graphic Design
      Music
      Visual Arts

      Visual studio philosophy:

      Expressive
      Disciplined

      What La Citadelle says: At La Citadelle, our main goal is to bring out the artist in every student. Through Fine Arts, Music, Drama, Dance, Computer Music, Graphic Design and other forms of creative courses our students receive an in-depth hands-on experience from specialized teachers who are passionate in what they do and bring to each student and the classroom curriculum.

    • Computers and Technology Light integration
      Computers and Technology approach at La Citadelle: Light integration

      La Citadelle has a Light integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Heavy integration , Medium integration approach).

      [Show: About Light integration?]

      Computers are used in the classroom from time to time, but integrating technology into everything students do is not a dominant focus. Digital literacy is understood to be a legitimate skill in the 21st century, but not one that should distract from teaching the subject at hand, or more fundamental skills and literacies. The idea is today’s students, being “digital natives”, are likely exposed to computers and new media enough outside the classroom: the role of the school, rather, should be to develop competencies that may otherwise get missed.

      Computers and Technology at schools on OurKids.net

        Light integration - 34%
        Heavy integration - 33%
        Medium integration - 33%
      

      What La Citadelle says: Computer literacy is an increasingly important skill in today's society, and it is a very valuable teaching and learning tool. We do not however believe that it should replace traditional teaching and learning skills as these too remain valuable assets. To maintain our students' level of computer proficiency, without it deterring teaching of other subjects, students from Kindergarten to Grade 10 take a mandatory computer technology course, in which they progress from learning basic computer and keyboarding skills to more advanced programmes and web design.

      Program covers:

      Subject	offered
      Computer science
      Robotics
      Web design

    • Physical Education

      What La Citadelle says: Across all grades, the physical education programme combines both Health and Physical Education where students learn to make healthy active living a part of everyday life by participating in the classroom and gymnasium, out of doors, in schoolyards and school gardens, and in the community. Beginning with Kindergartens, students gradually develop their kinesthetic awareness and understanding of movement concepts as well as acquire an extensive subject-specific vocabulary. As students become adolescents, and are beginning to face important life decisions more advanced knowledge and skills are developed to help them better understand and cope with the changes they are experiencing and to make responsible decisions about the health of their adult bodies. In this programme, they have the opportunity to learn and establish patterns of healthy, active living

    • Advanced Placement courses 3 courses
      AP Physics 1

      AP Calculus AB

      AP English Language and Composition
    • Sex and health education Not Ontario curriculum
      Sex and health education approach at La Citadelle: Not Ontario curriculum

      La Citadelle has a Not Ontario curriculum approach to Sex and health education (as opposed to Follows provincial curriculum approach).

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      The sex education curriculum does NOT follow the provincial one taught in public schools - either in terms of structure, pacing, focus, and/or tone.

      Sex and health education at schools on OurKids.net

        Does not follow prrovincial curriculum - 50%
        Follows provincial curriculum - 50%
      

      Approach to sex and health education: Mostly value-neutral

      La Citadelle has a approach Mostly value-neutral (as opposed to Fairly value-based approach).

      [Show: About Mostly value-neutral?]

      By and large, students are taught about sex free of any particular moral or ethical standpoint. The school doesn't impose any particular values or value systems (such as social, political, or ideological values) on students when teaching sex and related issues.

      What La Citadelle says: Sex-ed is not currently taught under this designate and is not a topic on its own. Reproduction and Sexual Education are however introduced and integrated into various subject areas where it is pertinent (Physical Education & Health, Social Studies, Sciences, etc.).

    
    

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    • Physical Education

    • Advanced Placement courses

    • Sex and health education
  • Preschool/K Curriculum Academic
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    Preschools and kindergartens tend to have a particular curriculum or curricular approach. This refers to what is taught and how it's taught. Most preschools have a curriculum that comprises a blend of best practices drawn from multiple curriculum types. A preschool's curriculum may or may not, though, reflect its higher-level curriculum (if it's part of a school with elementary or secondary programs)

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    Preschool/K Curriculum approach at La Citadelle: Academic

    La Citadelle has an Academic approach to Preschool/K Curriculum (as opposed to Play-based, Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia approach).

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    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.

    Preschool/K Curriculum at schools on OurKids.net

      Academic - 20%
      Play-based - 20%
      Montessori - 20%
      Waldorf - 20%
      Reggio emilia - 20%
    

    What La Citadelle says: At the four levels of the Kindergarten Panel, La Citadelle aims to instill in children a curiosity and a love of learning as they develop their own skills and talents. Offered exclusively in French through a concrete based pedagogy, the curriculum program at the Kindergarten Panel is structured in such a manner as to integrate a variety of subject matters such as play and learn, cursive writing, mathematics, sciences, computer studies, music and arts and to foster accelerated mastery learning and a high level of achievement by all children.

  • Curriculum Pace Accelerated
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    This refers to the rate at which students move through the curriculum (e.g., topics, textbook material, skills, etc.). Curriculum pace is often defined in comparison to provincial standards.

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    Curriculum Pace approach at La Citadelle: Accelerated

    La Citadelle has an Accelerated approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched, Student-paced approach).

    [Show: About Accelerated?]

    The main curriculum accelerates beyond the pace of the provincial one; ALL students do the work of OLDER public-school peers in tangible and measurable ways. This accelerated pace is maintained by the teachers and school, (through textbook selection, topic selection, grading, assignment standards and expectations, etc).

    Curriculum Pace at schools on OurKids.net

      Accelerated - 33%
      Standard-enriched - 34%
      Student-paced - 33%
    

    What La Citadelle says: Starting from age 2.5, students follow a comprehensive, balanced and advanced curriculum supported by the Curriculum from France at the elementary, Reach Ahead courses (Grade 8), IB-MYP & AP Programs at the intermediary/secondary levels and exams at all levels, the pace is accelerated and students’ achievements are quite high.

    Flexible pacing style

    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

    What La Citadelle says about flexible pacing: Starting from Grade 1, all subjects are taught by specialized teachers who teach across grade levels and who provide students with the flexible academic support needed to make them achieve mastery learning.

  • Academic Culture Rigorous
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    Through the collective mindset of teachers, administrators, students, and parents, each school develops and maintains its own academic culture. This generally relates to the norms and expectations created around academic performance. Many parents look to private schools because they want a specific type of culture. Some want a rigorous environment that will elevate their child to new heights. Others want a nurturing environment that will help their child develop a passion for learning.

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    Academic Culture approach at La Citadelle: Rigorous

    La Citadelle has a Rigorous approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Supportive approach).

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    A school with a “rigorous” academic culture places a high value on academic performance, and expects their students to do the same. This does not mean the school is uncaring, unsupportive, or non-responsive -- far from it. A school can have a rigorous academic culture and still provide excellent individual support. It does mean, however, the school places a particular emphasis on performance -- seeking the best students and challenging them to the fullest extent -- relative to a normal baseline. High expectations and standards – and a challenging yet rewarding curriculum – are the common themes here. Keep in mind this classification is more relevant for the older grades: few Kindergarten classrooms, for example, would be called “rigorous”.

    Academic Culture at schools on OurKids.net

      Rigorous - 50%
      Supportive - 50%
    

    What La Citadelle says: La Citadelle provides a rigorous curriculum in a holistic and supportive environment whereby our students excel academically, share an enthusiasm for knowledge, are outstanding world citizens, and value ethics and personal responsibility.

  • Developmental priorities Balanced
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    Schools have specific goals regarding how they want their educate and develop their students. This is part of a school's overall philosophy or vision, which is contained in its mission statement. While they tend have several developmental aims, schools tend to priortize certain aims, such as intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional, or physical development.

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    Primary Developmental Priority: Balanced

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

    Secondary Developmental Priority: Intellectual

    The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."

    What La Citadelle says: La Citadelle offers a comprehensive, balanced and academically advanced program in languages, arts and sciences, enabling its students to acquire the fundamental intellectual, emotional, social and physical foundations to live a full and enriching life in an ever-changing global and technological world.

  • Special needs support No support
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    Schools offer a wide range of approaches and services to support students with special needs. This may include individualized learning, one-on-one support, small classes, resource rooms, and learning aids. These supports may be provided in a number of different environments such as a dedicated special needs school or class, an integrated class, a withdrawal class, or a regular class with resource support or in-class adaptations.

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    La Citadelle offers No support

    La Citadelle offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.

    Academic Support:

    Subject Type	offered
    Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation
    Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties

    Mild but clinically diagnosed ADHD:

    Subject Type	offered
    Accommodations
    Modifications
    Extra support

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    A - Forms of Support

    Accommodation:

    Modification:

    Remediation:

    B - Environments

    Indirect Support:

    Resource Assistance:

    Withdrawal Assistance:

    Partial Integration:

    Full-Time Class:

    
    

    Special NeedNeed

    Forms of SupportA

    EnvironmentsB

    ADHD

    • Learning disabilities
      Dyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)

      This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.

      Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

      This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.

      Dyscalculia

      This is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.

      Dysgraphia

      This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.

      Language Processing Disorder

      This is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.

      Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)

      These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.

      Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit

      A characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
    • Developmental
      Autism

      Refers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).

      Asperger's Syndrome

      On the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.

      Down syndrome

      his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.

      Intellectual disability

      This is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).

      Williams syndrome

      This is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.

      Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

      Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
    • Behavioral and Emotional
      Troubled behaviour / troubled teens

      roubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.

      Clinical Depression

      This is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.

      Clinical anxiety

      This is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.

      Suicidal thoughts

      This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.

      Drug and alcohol abuse

      This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.

      Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

      This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
    • Physical
      Multiple sclerosis

      This is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.

      Cerebral palsy

      his refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.

      Muscular dystrophy

      Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.

      Spina Bifida

      This is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.

      Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)

      This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.

      Blindness

      Visual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."

      Deafness

      Hearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).

      Cystic Fibrosis

      Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.

      Multiple physical

      Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.

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  • Gifted learner support In-class adaptations
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    Schools support students with gifted or advanced learning abilities in a several ways. Whether they offer a full-time gifted program or part-time support, they normally provide some form of accelerated learning (delivering content at a faster pace) or enrichment (covering content more broadly or deeply). Many schools also offer a wide range of in-class adaptations to support advanced learners, such as guided independent studies, project-based learning, and career exploration.

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    Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)

    In-class adaptations:

    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)

    What La Citadelle says: La Citadelle seriously espouses excellent in education and instruction and, believing that all children are capable to succeed when properly supported, successfully implements a comprehensive advanced program of study at all grade levels that is comparable to the commonly defined gifted program.

  • Language bilingual / dual-immersion
    La Citadelle is a bilingual / dual-immersion school with English, French as the primary language of instruction:

    English - 50%					French - 50%

    Language of enrollment include: English, French, Mandarin
  • Homework Policy
    [Show definition of Homework Policy]

    Homework is work that's assigned to students for completion outside of regular class time. There's a long-standing debate over homework. Should homework be assigned to school-age children? If so, in what grades? And how much homework should be assigned? In selecting the right school for your child, it's important to look closely at a school's homework policy.

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    In grade Gr. 12, La Citadelle students perform an average of 1 hour of homework per night.

    Nightly Homework

    	NS	PS	JK	SK	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
    La Citadelle	0 mins	0 mins	0 mins	0 mins	15 mins	15 mins	30 mins	30 mins	45 mins	45 mins	45 mins	60 mins	60 mins	60 mins	60 mins	60 mins
    Site Average	0 mins	2 mins	6 mins	7 mins	15 mins	17 mins	23 mins	29 mins	34 mins	39 mins	51 mins	55 mins	69 mins	80 mins	97 mins	107 mins

    What La Citadelle says about their flipped classroom policy: This information is not currently available.

  • Report Card Policy
    [Show definition of Report Card Policy]

    While all schools measure individual progress and achievement in students, they have different ways of doing this. For instance, many traditional schools gauge progress through report cards, which give students lettered or numbered grades. Other schools, meanwhile, measure progress in other ways, either in addition to or instead of giving grades. For instance, they may offer prose-based feedback (i.e, comments), academic achievement reporting, habits and behaviour reporting, and parent-teacher meetings. In choosing the right school for your child, take a close look at its policy for measuring the individual progress of students.

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    How assessments are delivered across the grades:

    Lettered or numbered grades	Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12
    Prose (narrative)-based feedback	Gr. 1 to Gr. 12
    Academic achievement reporting	Nursery/Toddler to K
    Habits and behaviour reporting	Nursery/Toddler to K
    Parent-teacher meetings	Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12

• Extracurriculars

  [Show definition of Extracurriculars]

  While academics remain the priority for most private schools, many also place a strong focus on a well-rounded education and encourage participation in extracurricular activities such as sports, music, arts, or clubs. Involvement in extracurriculars helps stimulate students in their studies, makes them more motivated to learn, and can make school more enjoyable and fulfilling. Extracurricular activities can also provide students with a much-needed break from the stresses of academics, while helping them to develop skills and allowing them to take part in valuable social situations.

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  Sports offered

  Competitive sports: 7
  Recreational sports: 12

  Legend:     Competitive offered           Recreational offered

  all sports]

  • Archery
  • Curling
  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Cricket
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Cycling
  • Downhill skiing
  • Equestrian
  • Fencing
  • Field Hockey
  • Figure Skating
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Ice Hockey
  • Ice Skating
  • Lacrosse
  • Martial Arts
  • Mountain biking
  • Racquet Ball
  • Rowing
  • Rugby
  • Running
  • Sailing
  • Skateboarding
  • Snowboarding
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track & Field
  • Volleyball
  • Weightlifting
  • Wrestling

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  Clubs offered

  La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science offers 11 clubs and extracurricular programs.

  Legend:     Clubs offered           Clubs not offered

  all clubs and programs]

    Foreign Language Club

    Habitat for Humanity

    Jazz Ensemble

    Math Club

    Musical theatre/Opera

    Ballet and Classical Ballet

    Online Magazine

    Outdoor Club

    Outdoor Education

    Paintball

    Photography

    Poetry/Literature club

    Radio club

    Robotics club

    Round Square

    School newspaper

    Science Club

    Scouting

    Student Council

    Yearbook

    Yoga

    Animation

    Art Club

    Astronomy Club

    Audiovisual Club

    Band

    Chess Club

    Choir

    Community Service

    Computer Club

    Dance Club

    Debate Club

    Drama Club

    Environmental Club

  
  

• Tuition & Financial Aid

  [Show definition of Tuition & Financial Aid]

  This can depend on a number of factors, including the type of school, living arrangements, what’s included in tuition, school location, resources, and facilities. Many private schools in Canada have tuition that ranges between $6,000 and $12,000 a year. While some schools, such as schools which provide room and board, can be more expensive, many of these schools provide ways to defray the costs of tuition. For instance, they may offer merit-based scholarships or needs-based financial aid (often referred to as “bursaries” or “subsidies”).

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  Day

   

  	NS	PS	JK	SK	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
  Day	$16,750		$17,050		$19,500		$20,050						$20,750

  
  

  What La Citadelle says about their tuition: At La Citadelle, we offer our families the choice of 4 different payment plan options: 1. Standard Payment Plan (SPP) 2. Full Payment Plan (3% discount from SPP is applied) 3. Extended Payment Plan (1% increase is applied to SPP) 4. Monthly Payment Plan (3% increase is applied to SPP

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  Discounts

  Discount Type	Enrolment Type	Amount
  Full payment	Day	3%
  2nd child (sibling)	Day	$1,100
  3rd child (sibling)	Day	$1,800
  4th child (sibling)	Day	$2,400

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  Need-based financial aid

  Grade range that need-based aid is offered:	NS to 12
  Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid	0%
  Average aid package size	$0
  Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid	0%
  Total aid available	$0

  Application Deadline:

  Rolling deadline

  More information:

  www.lacitadelleacademy.com

  Application Details:

  Families seeking Financial Assistance must: 1. Complete of La Citadelle's Bursary Application - Demande de Bourse Document a 2. Submit copies of most current years Notice of Assessments from CRA from both parents/guardians All Bursary Applications must be submitted separately from the application for admission packaged and marked CONFIDENTIAL and addressed directly to the attention of Headmaster Abouchar.

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  Merit based Scholarships

  • Admission Scholarship Program (Grades 5 to 11)Academic
    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: Rolling

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade 5 to 11—

    This Admission Scholarship will be awarded to new registrants of Grade 5 to Grade 11 who have achieved an overall
    average of 95% and above or 90 to 94% on their last Report Card from their previous school. The amounts of $1,000 or
    $500 respectively will be credited to their first year tuition fees upon their admission at La Citadelle.

    
    

  • Academic Scholarship Program (Grades 9 to 12)Academic
    Amount: $500

    Deadline: Rolling

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade 9 to 11—

    This Academic Scholarship will be granted to all students in Grades 9 to Grade 12 who achieve an overall average of 90%
    \r\nand above in all subjects and who are additionally recommended by their teachers for their exemplary comportment and
    \r\ncommunity service contributions throughout the year. All qualifying Grades 9 to 11 students will thus receive a "Certificate
    \r\nof Accomplishment" upon their promotion at the end of the year and a scholarship in the amount of $400 which will be
    \r\napplied as a credit to their tuition fees for the subsequent academic year. Qualifying Grade 12 students will receive a
    \r\n"Certificate of Accomplishment" upon their graduation at the end of the year and a cheque in the amount of $500 to support
    \r\ntheir enrolment to university.

    
    

  • Academic Scholarship Program (Grades 5 to 8)Academic
    Amount: $300

    Deadline: Rolling

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade 5 to 8—

    This Academic Scholarship will be granted to all students in Grade 5 to Grade 8 who achieve an overall average of 90% and
    above in the major academic subjects supported by exams (French, English, Mathematics, Sciences, History and
    Geography) and who are additionally recommended by their teachers for their exemplary comportment throughout the year.
    All qualifying students will thus receive the Prix d'Excellence upon their promotion at the end of the year and a scholarship
    in the amount of $300 which will be applied as a credit to their tuition fees for the subsequent academic year.

    
    

  • Referral Discount PlanOther
    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: Rolling

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade NS to 12—

    At La Citadelle, you benefit from a $1000 reduction in the total tuition and fees you pay for your child, when a
    prospective parent you refer to the school registers his or her child at La Citadelle. The reduction will apply in the
    academic year the referred student is first registered.

    
    

  • Early Admission ScholarshipOther
    Amount: $1,000

    Deadline: Rolling

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade NS to 12—

    At La Citadelle, you benefit from a $1000 reduction on the admission fee when you register your child, for the subsequent
    academic year, before December 1st of the current year.

    
    

  • Headmaster's Annual Scholarship Award for New ApplicantsAcademic
    Amount: $4,000

    Deadline: 10/28/2022

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    Eligibility Details: Students grade 6 to 11—

    Headmaster’s Excellence Scholarship* (For students currently in Grade 5 to Grade 10)

    La Citadelle’s Headmaster’s Excellence Scholarship, valued at $4,000, is available new students applying for the 2023-2024 academic year in to Grades 6 to Grade 11, who have have an overall average of 90% and above on their 3 most recent report cards in English, French,  Mathematics, Sciences, History and Geography from their current school, and who also achieve a 90% and above on their Entrance Exams.

     

    Headmaster’s Honour Scholarship  (For students currently in Grade 5 to Grade 10)

    La Citadelle’s Headmaster’s Honour Scholarship, valued at $2,000, is available new students applying for the 2023-2024 academic year in to Grades 6 to Grade 11, who have have an overall average of 80%-89% on their 3 most recent report cards in English, French,  Mathematics, Sciences, History and Geography from their current school, and who also achieve an 80% and above on their Entrance Exams.

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    Application Details:

    Applicants must complete and submit the Application for Admission Package contents including the following items no later than October 28th, 2022:

    • 3 most recent report cards (June 2022, January 2022 & June 2021)
    • transcript (Grade 10 & 11 applicants only)
    • 1 Academic Letter of Reference* 
    • 1 Character Letter of Reference* 

    *Letters of reference must be submitted via email directly to the admissions department from the referee.

     

    For more details, visit:https://lacitadelleacademy.com/headmasters-scholarships/
    

• Enrollment

  [Show definition of enrolment]

  Private schools come in all shapes and sizes. Some larger schools have enrolment numbers in the thousands, while some smaller schools have only a few dozen students. Boarding schools tend to be on the larger side, while alternative schools, such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf, are normally smaller. Besides the overall size of school, there are other important facts you’ll want to know about a school’s enrolment. For instance, here you can learn about a school’s enrolment for separate streams (if they have them), such as day and boarding, its average class size, and its average enrolment per grade.

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  Enrolment Details:

  	Grades	Gender	Living Arrangement	Enrolment
  Group 1	Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12	Coed	Day	180

  Additional Statistics:

  Total enrolment	180
  Average class size	12 to 18
  % of international students (total enrolment)	7%
  Number of different nationalities within student population	25

  Student Distribution:

  	NS	PS	JK	SK	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
  Day Enrollment	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	4	3	4	N/A
  Class Size	4	8	12	12	14	14	16	16	16	18	18	18	18	18	18	18

• Admission

  [Show definition of Admission]

  Private schools in Canada have admissions policies. All schools have some required application materials, though these vary between schools. These may include letters of application, application fees, essays, and exams (such as the SSAT). Many schools also require interviews with prospective students, either with their parents, on their own, or both. Schools also have different standards and priorities when evaluating student applications, different acceptance rates (which may vary between grade levels), and target different kinds of students. To improve your child’s chances of acceptance, you should find out everything you can about a school’s admissions policies and how they assess applicants.

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  Admissions Requirements

  Assessment	Required	Grades
  Interview		NS - 12
  SSAT
  SSAT (out of province)
  Entrance Exam(s)		3 - 12
  Entrance Essay		8 - 12

  Day students: December 01, 2020
  Offer mid-year entry: N/A

  Fees:

  Application fee: N/A
  Registration fee: N/A
  Deposit: N/A

  Upcoming Deadlines

  Dec 1 — Early Admissions Deadline

  La Citadelle, 36 Scarsdale Rd., North York, Ontario

  At La Citadelle, you benefit from a $1,000 reduction on the admission fee for your child when you complete the full registration including all post-dated payments and submission of all official documents, for the subsequent academic year, before December 1^st of the current year.

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  Register by Thursday, December 1, 2022

  Learn More

  What La Citadelle says:

  Please visit our website

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  Acceptance

  Acceptance Rate: 80%

  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%.

  
  

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  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	NS	PS	JK	SK	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
  Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate)	2 - 4 (95%)	3 - 4 (95%)	3 - 4 (95%)	3 - 4 (95%)	3 - 4 (90%)	3 - 4 (90%)	3 - 4 (80%)	3 - 4 (80%)	3 - 4 (80%)	3 - 4 (75%)	3 - 4 (75%)	3 - 4 (75%)	3 - 4 (70%)	3 - 4 (70%)	3 - 4 (70%)	3 - 4 (70%)

  Type of student La Citadelle is looking for:
  At La Citadelle, we believe that every child is unique in their own way, and that it is our duty to help each student shine and thrive through the grades and life itself. A Positive attitude and a willingness to learn always helps.

• University Placement

  [Show definition of University Placement]

  Where graduates of a school do their post-secondary studies can be an important factor in choosing a private school. Do you want your child to go to a Canadian university, an Ivy league school in the US, or some other institute? Regardless of your inclinations, take a look at a school’s university placement record, and the services they offer to support university applications and decisions.

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  Key Numbers

  Average graduating class size	6
  Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation	100%

  Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada	3%
  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

  Post-Secondary Schools Attended

  
  

  • Canada 13 universities
    • Carleton University
    • Laurentian University
    • McGill University
    • McMaster University
    • OCAD University
    • Queen's University
    • Ryerson University
    • University of Ottawa
    • University of Toronto
    • University of Waterloo
    • Western University
    • Wilfrid Laurier University
    • York University
  • International 1 university
    •  National Technical University of Ukraine

  
  

  Areas of Study

  • La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science
  • OurKids.net Site Average

  La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:

    24% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
    19% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
    12% - Business/Commerce
    7% - Fine and Performing Arts
    29% - Applied Health Sciences
    0% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
    9% - Other
  

  Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:

    25% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
    25% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
    24% - Business/Commerce
    5% - Fine and Performing Arts
    14% - Applied Health Sciences
    2% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
    6% - Other
  

  
  

  Services Offered to Students

  Career planning
  Internships	N/A

  Mentorship Program	N/A
  University counseling

  What La Citadelle says:

  • 90% of our students were awarded the Queen Elizabeth scholarship until it was withdrawn in 2012
  • 90% of our students graduate with Ontario Scholars designation
  • 100% graduates go to University and are accepted into their 1st choice Program
  • From all our graduates accepted in University, 15.5% have graduated from university and are employed in their field of study, the remaining are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year in university or graduate programs.
  • Our graduates receive Entrance Scholarships, President Scholarships and early admission. Some of them even receive the admission as early as November of their Grade 12 year.

• Notable Alumni

  [Show definition of Notable Alumni]

  Many private schools in Canada have numerous graduates who have gone on to great things. Learn about a school’s most influential, important, successful, and famous alumni.

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  Alumnus	Grad Year	Accomplishment
  Stavros Angelopolous	2006	• Life Science Program at University of Toronto • Business Administration at University of Toronto
  Donald Belfon	2010	• Humanities Program at Trinity College, University of Toronto • Honors Arts Program at St. Jerome’s at University of Waterloo • Global Studies at Huron College at University of Western
  Giovanni Murga	2006	• Electrical Engineering Program at Ryerson University with a $2,000 Queen Elizabeth Scholarship • Architectural Program at George Brown College • Marketing Program at McMaster
  Andrew Ilkay	2009	• University of Toronto • University of Western Ontario • York University
  Nils Fischer	2009	• University of Western Ontario • York University • OCAD University
  Kosta Vuckovic	2010	• Life Sciences Program at University of Toronto
  Anthony Xanthis	2010	• Life Sciences Program at University of Toronto • Psychology Program at York University • Arts & Science Program at University of Waterloo
  Andrew Arding	2011	• Hospitality and Tourism Program at Ryerson University
  Arshia Ghadimi	2011	• Business Management at University of Western
  Sébastian Reme	2011	• General Arts Major at York University
  Sahel Sanaei	2011	• Business Management at Ryerson University
  Maria Agudelo	2012	• Arts Program at Queen’s University
  Grace Gesualdo	2012	• Humanities Program, Vic One at University of Toronto • Northrop Frye Stream Program at University of Toronto
  Victor Ostrovsky	2012	• Screenwriting Program at York University • Social Work Program at Ryerson University
  Praveen Peripanathan	2012	• Honors Major Biological Science at University of Guelph
  Stéphanie Piché	2012	• Mathematics and Statistics I at McMaster University
  Ankita Rajpal	2012	• BISC Program, Herstmonceux Castle, England at Queen’s University • Psychology Program at University of Western • Social Sciences Program at McMaster University
  Gisèle Samaan	2012	• Science Engineering Program at University of Toronto • Physical and Mathematical Science Program, Victoria College at University of Toronto • Honors Science Program at University of Waterloo
  Sonia Mezouari	2013	• Health Sciences Program in French at Laurentien University
  Alexa Ambrozic	2014	• BISC Program – Herstmonceux Castle, England at Queen’s University • Social Development Studies at University of Waterloo • Life Sciences Program at University of Toronto
  Marc Sarkis	2014	• Mechanical Engineering Diploma at Ryerson University • Mechanical Engineering Diploma at University of Windsor
  Colleen Abbott	2015	• Medical Sciences Program at University of Western Ontario with a $2,000 Excellence Scholarship • Life Science Program - McMaster University • Bachelor of Science Honours Program - Queen's University
  Naomi Akanmori	2015	• Life Sciences (Biology, Neuroscience and Psychology) Program at University of Toronto • Honors Biology and Psychology Program at Wilfred Laurier • Bachelor of Science Program in Biology at York University
  Lara El Sherbini	2015	• Bachelor of Arts Psychology Program at York University • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing & Painting Program at OCAD University
  Érica Piché	2015	• Bio-Medical Science Program at University of Guelph with a $3,000 scholarship • Life Sciences Program at McMaster University with a $2,500 scholarship • Bachelor of Science (Honors) Program at Queen’s University with Scholarship
  Emilie Smith	2015	• Bachelor of Fine Arts Program at Queen’s University, which only accepts 30 students each year • Bachelor of Arts (Honors) Program at Queen’s University with Scholarship • Faculty of Arts at McGill University
  Matthew Young	2015	• Computer Security Program at York University • Computer Science Program at Ryerson University

• Principal's Message

  Alfred Abouchar, Headmaster

  B. Sc., B. Ed., M. Sc., M. Ed

  Alfred Abouchar is the Headmaster and founder of La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science. With a rich and diverse educational background spanning 40 years in both Canada and internationally, Mr. Abouchar has created this unique educational institution to instill in children a profound value for education while offering them a curricular program of study that leads students to the highest standard of academic achievement.   For the past 17 years, La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science has been the living testimony of his vision that All children can succeed!

  Fluent in both English and French, Mr. Abouchar holds an Honours B.Sc. in Physics and Chemistry from the American University in Cairo, a B.Ed. from Althouse College of Education of the University of Western Ontario, a M.Sc. in Physics from the University of Western Ontario and a M.Ed. from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto.

  Beginning his extensive career in education by teaching Physics and sciences at the secondary level, Mr. Abouchar was recruited by the Ministry of Education as Education Officer, Provincial Consultant in Mathematics and Sciences and Secretary General of the Council for Franco-Ontarian Education.  He has among his various academic contributions also occupied the positions of Principal Investigator & Coordinator of the Ontario Assessment Instrument Pool in Chemistry and Physics, Professor at the Faculty of Education of the University of Ottawa and Superintendent of Curriculum, Research and Continuing Education with the Ottawa-Carleton French Language School Board. Mr. Abouchar has also lead the Ontario delegation at the joint Canada-France Educational Workforce in Chad, founded the Multicultural Francophone Association of Ontario, and served for 9 years on the Ontario Advisory Council on Multiculturalism and Citizenship.

  Mr. Abouchar has furthermore participated in the provincial overhauling of the Ontario Science Curriculum, written Physics and sciences textbooks, developed innovative educational software and related films, and lectured extensively on a variety of topics in Education.

  A passionate musician and composer, Mr. Abouchar has successfully merged his musical talent with his expertise in computer technology and pedagogy to create a unique Computer Music Program of study which is offered exclusively to all elementary and secondary school students at La Citadelle.  The annually produced albums of their collective compositions are but tokens of the authentication of the development of their creativity and their power of learning and achieving at La Citadelle.

  “Since 'seeing is believing ',  I gracefully extend an invitation to all parents of school children to visit La Citadelle and experience first-hand its harmonious and scholarly perspectives and to join us on our fascinating endeavor of distinctly shaping the lives of our children and leading them to success,” - Mr. Abouchar.

  

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• Frequently Asked Questions

  Does La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science have good reviews?
  You can read 1 review about La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science via this link.

  When is the application deadline for La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science?
  The application deadlines for La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science are:

  • Early Admissions Deadline - December 01, 2022

  What is the acceptance rate at La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science?
  The overall acceptance rate at La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science is 80%. This rate varies depending on the grade. More details about acceptance rates per grade are here.

  What is the curriculum pace at La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science?
  La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science has an Accelerated approach to curriculum pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched or Student-paced). Learn more about curriculum pace here.

  How many students attend La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science?
  There are 180 students enrolled at La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science from Nursery/Toddler to Gr. 12. 7% are international students. More details about enrollment are available here.

  Do students at La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science wear uniforms?
  Yes

  Does La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science offer a hot lunch program?
  Yes