School Leadership
MacLachlan College's leadership focuses on personalized education through small class sizes and a strong emphasis on communication with students and families. Their commitment to fostering critical thinking and intellectual curiosity is evident in the school's adoption of both the IB Primary Years Programme and opportunities for Advanced Placement courses.
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MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP
We invited Michael Piening, Head of School at MacLachlan College, to share a message.
The overview highlights the vision, values, and guiding principles that shape leadership and the student experience at MacLachlan College.
Michael Piening, Head of School
B.Sc.,(Hons.),B.Ed., MA.,OCT, Prin.Cert.
MacLachlan College lives its mission statement by cultivating intellectual curiosity in its students and inspiring them to be active contributors to our ever-changing world. Our small class sizes, averaging 15 in the Lower School ensures that every student is known on a personal level. This is a key feature of our school. MacLachlan College is committed to providing a superior, world class education.
Accredited as an IB World School, MacLachlan offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The IB PYP programme is an internationally recognized curriculum designed for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 6. The IB is one of the world’s most highly esteemed education programs. In an increasingly globalized world, the IB challenges students to think critically, research deeply and develop internationally minded perspectives on a broad range of issues. Students become lifelong learners and conscientious critical thinkers.
In Grades 7 to 12 we offer a rigorous academic program with an option to work toward Advanced Placement courses of study. Our teachers and students engage in dynamic and interactive educational opportunities. Our approach leads to inquiry based learning and the development of higher order critical thinking skills. At MacLachlan College we believe in the personal touch. We take the time to listen.
At MacLachlan College we believe in a high level of communication with our students and families and we take the time to listen. I would like to hear about your child(ren) and I invite you to call to arrange a visit to learn more about our vibrant school community.
