Quebec has the highest proportion of children attending private schools in North America. 17% of high school students attend private schools. This figure is even higher in Montreal, where 30% of high school students attend private school. Read more
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College Prep International, a traditional private school in Montreal, offers English instruction with partial French immersion, for grades five to twelve. Its average class size range from 12 to 18 Students.
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The Alexander von Humboldt German International School Montreal is a multilingual (German, English and French), private, co-educational school serving students from preschool to grade 12.
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In our progressive educational environment, students acquire a life-long love of learning as we challenge each student to academically excel and become confident, innovative problem-solvers, and engaged, active citizens.
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Lower Canada College is a gender-inclusive, K-12 university preparatory school, committed to excellence in teaching and learning. It is the only high school in Quebec offering both the IB MYP and DP.
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Since our founding in 1896, we have nurtured the unique talents and passions of our students to help them become the leaders of tomorrow, forming them into men and women for others.
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Centennial Academy is a bilingual high school supporting student success through an inclusive, structured environment that provides all learners with 25 academic accommodations.
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Since 1861, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal, the city’s only all-girls English Catholic high school, has been preparing girls to change the world. We offer grades 7 to 12, day school and boarding.
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At Kells, flexibility is the key. We develop programs allowing students to work within their comfort zone, which may be above, below or at grade level. The result is students who outperform even their own expectations.
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West Island College offers French and French Immersion programs from grades 7 to 11 in Montreal. It is a leader in innovative teaching methods. Average class size 24 students.
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One reason for this is likely cultural, based on the traditions and the values of the population. Another is that Montreal, and all of Quebec, provides subsidies to schools based on enrolment.
That support is reflected in the quality of the schools. It has also encouraged the growth of a student population that's one of the most varied in North America and the world. This population comes from a wide range of socio-economic, academic, and cultural circles.
Montreal has some great private high schools. This includes high schools in downtown Montreal, Old Montreal, Mount Royal, Outremont, Westmount, Anjou, Rigaud, Pointe-Claire, Côte-Saint-Paul, Verdun, St. Laurent, Hampstead, Lasalle, GriffinTown, West Island, South Shore, Nuns Island, and Ville Marie. It also includes schools in neigbouring regions, such as Kirkland, Laval, Longueuil, Sherbrooke, the Eastern Townships, and Dollard-des-Ormeaux.
There are many different types of private high schools in Montreal. This includes boarding, day, language immersion, gifted, boys, girls, Jewish, and special needs high schools. And some of these schools offer a unique curriculum, such as Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, and IB schools.
On this page, we list private high schools in Montreal and the surrounding area. Find a Montreal high school near you.
How many private high schools in Montreal are there?
There are 9 private high schools in Montreal that are Our Kids trusted members.
How much is tuition at private high schools in Montreal?
Tuition fees for private high schools in Montreal range from $9,950 to $61,190 per year with an average tuition of $19,650 per year.
What’s the largest school?
Of the private high schools in Montreal, the largest is Lower Canada College with 864 students in Grades K to 12.
Are private high schools in Montreal good?
We interviewed both parents and students. You can read reviews about private high schools in Montreal on this page.
Is there a private school expo where I can meet with private high schools in Montreal?
Yes. You can meet with private schools and education experts at the Our Kids Private School Expos held every year in September and October. These events are designed for both parents and students. Find event details and ticket info here.
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