private

Lauremont School

8569 Bayview Avenue, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3M7

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At a glance

Grades: PS – Gr. 12
Gender: Coed
Founded: 1961
Board: Independent
Principal: Cecillia Dos Santos
Program type: Site based only
Associations: Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA)

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $21,690 – $38,255 /year
Financial aid: Yes

Admissions process

Apply online. · Families may register for an open house to tour the campuses and learn about the school. · Complete the admissions inquiry form to receive a response from the Admissions Team. · An initial $6,000 registration fee is due at acceptance.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Montessori & International Baccalaureate
Class size: Varies

Tuition & financial aid details

Bursaries & scholarships

A one-time entrance award granted upon admission to Grades 6, 7, 9 and 11.

Course descriptions

Lower School Montessori (Toddler–Grade 6)

Toddler, Children’s House and Elementary programmes use prepared environments, mixed-age learning, independence and individualized work. Elementary integrates English, mathematics, sciences, botany, geography and history.

IB Middle Years Programme (Grades 7–10)

Ontario curriculum content taught through the MYP framework, emphasizing experiential learning, international-mindedness, service and Approaches to Learning.

IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12)

Pre-university pathway with six subject groups (language and literature, language acquisition, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics and arts), standard/higher levels, CAS, Theory of Knowledge and a 4,000-word Extended Essay. The school says some graduates may earn university credits; confirm institution-specific recognition.

Arts, languages and design

The IB subject offering includes languages, design, music, physical education and art alongside English, humanities, mathematics and science. Specific yearly course choices should be checked with the school.

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Learning programs

Specializations

Montessori education from 18 months through Grade 6. · International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes in Grades 7–12.

Student life

Sports

Athletics participation opportunities across both campuses. · Specialist physical education instruction in Children’s House 1 and Children’s House 2/3.

Arts

Specialist art and music instruction for Children’s House 2/3 students, ages 4 and 5. · The arts are included among the IB Diploma Programme subject groups.

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Student-led co-curricular clubs and councils: The Upper School describes student-led clubs and Junior (Grades 7–9) and Senior (Grade 10+) Student Councils, with students organizing events and fundraising. The site does not provide a complete current club roster.
Athletics and arts: The school reports 30+ athletics opportunities and 40+ co-/extra-curricular offerings across both campuses. Faculty coach sports teams and direct plays; these are school-reported totals, not a dated roster.
Duke of Edinburgh and CAS: Upper School students participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Awards; DP students complete CAS activities in creativity, physical activity and service.

Outdoor activities & education

Upper School annual camping expedition: The school says Grades 7–11 take part in a September camping expedition each year as part of outdoor education and Duke of Edinburgh preparation. Optional trips may support the Adventurous Journey component.
International field trips: Lauremont describes international educational travel that uses real-world settings as learning environments; no specific destinations or current itinerary were listed in the reviewed page.
Lower School outdoor learning: The school describes outdoor facilities and more than 3,000 hours of outdoor learning in a school-published aggregate claim; methodology and time period are not stated.

University destinations

Post-secondary destinations (school snapshot): The official alumni page displays a snapshot of institutions where graduates have been accepted over the years, but the searchable page text does not enumerate the institutions. No names are added without a verifiable list.

About the school

Founded in 1961 as Toronto Montessori Schools (TMS), Lauremont School offers Montessori education from 18 months through Grade 6 and International Baccalaureate programs in Grades 7–12 across two campuses.

Location & school highlights

What makes the school distinct

Combines Montessori and International Baccalaureate frameworks from early learning through graduation.
Emphasizes self-direction, hands-on inquiry, critical thinking, leadership and global perspectives.
A close-knit community supported by an active Parent Association.
IB Diploma students can earn university credits before beginning post-secondary studies.