High School

A Pathway to Higher Education

After filling out the form below, please send it to our Admissions Team at the following email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Once received, you will be contacted about the next steps.

• Canadian Applicants:
  • High school transcripts from grades 9 through 11
• International Student:
  • Certified English translations of high school transcripts from grades 9 through 11
  • Copy of Passport
  • CAQ
  • Study Permit
  • Medical Insurance
  • Proof of Language Proficiency: International students who have not completed the last 3 years of study in an English-speaking country must provide proof of language proficiency.
    • IELTS: Minimum requirement is 6.5
    • TOEFL: Minimum requirement is 90

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International Students

Kells Academy is a privately funded school and students do not need a certification of eligibility to attend.

Would you like to know more or schedule a visit?

Contact Kells Academy by phone or email and ask to speak with a member of our admissions team. Our advisors can also help students pick a suitable program of study based on their interests and prerequisite courses. We look forward to meeting with you!

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Through experience, we understand the challenges that young adults face during that defining period between high school and university, and so we have created a Grade 12 Program that recognizes and supports the individual needs of each student. A Grade 12 Kells student benefits from

• ✓ The advantage of a one-year academic program leading to University instead of two years of CEGEP.
• ✓ Eligibility for admission to all Universities in North America and Europe
• ✓ A Transition year to develop the independent skills needed for success in University, while still having the support and secure environment of high school.
• ✓ One-on-one academic advising is offered to assist students in choosing a suitable University program.
• ✓ A tutorial approach in a classroom setting allows for a high degree of personal attention to help students succeed.
• ✓ Daily after-school remediation for extra support in all Grade 12 subjects
• ✓ Students have access to all course content and assignments in advance and highly motivated students can progress at an accelerated pace beyond the classroom instruction.
• ✓ As a member of the Kells community, Grade 12 students can participate in special events, trips, extracurricular activities, and athletic teams, as well as have access to all counseling services offered at Kells.
• ✓ The privilege of studying alongside classmates from all around the world. Learning in such a multicultural milieu teaches students to embrace and celebrate diversity.

Students follow Ontario curriculum courses with full-in-class instruction and support on-site at Kells Academy. Students choose one of four streams that best suits their interests; Science & Engineering, Health Sciences, Commerce, or Liberal Arts. Guided by their Kells teachers, students develop independent study skills while navigating all course material online. Kells teachers and our Grade 12 program coordinator work closely with VHS online teachers to monitor and ensure student progress. Upon completion, students graduate with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

We welcome international students to the Kells community. Our warm school environment and our comprehensive program promises to be beneficial for all participants. By the end of their educational journey at Kells, students are enthusiastic learners, who are well-prepared for their university years and their future.

Upon arrival at Kells, international students are interviewed to determine their English levels. They must demonstrate their English language proficiency by completing one of the following tests as part of the admissions process: TOEFL, IELTS, or CAEL. Reading and writing abilities are evaluated and an individual program is developed and tailored to the needs of each student.

Our ELL program provides dedicated support for students whose first language is not English. Classes are available for students from Grades 7-11. The goal of these classes is to improve their English proficiency and work towards integration into the regular English Language Arts classes as soon as possible.

The Flex program complements the school’s wide range of extracurricular activities. This unique concept allows students at all levels to pursue their individual interests outside of the regular school curriculum. Students can select from a dozen subjects that range from the arts to the academics.

Both students and teachers feel that Flex is a stimulating addition to the school curriculum, and a great way to share their interests and passions. Students have the opportunity to learn alongside students of different ages, as the program’s courses are open to all grade levels. Additionally, it gives them a chance to explore areas that may be new and challenging to them. Teachers claim that the sense of achievement that students experience at Flex is evident, and beneficial to all aspects of their learning. Extremely popular with students, it has garnered rave reviews.

Flex is offered each term and students may choose the same course throughout the year or a variety, depending on their individual interests. Twice a week, students have the opportunity to participate in the Flex course they have selected from those described in this brochure. It is an engaging program and the students benefit greatly from its addition at Kells.

We understand that each student comes with a unique set of capabilities and needs. Each one thinks, learns, and creates in different ways. It is our mission to create a learning environment that develops the whole student by offering enriching experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

Through our flexible and innovative approach, we are able to motivate students with a balanced combination of challenge and support. This method has proven to motivate students and allow them to achieve their maximum potential.

Please note that Kells Elementary website is currently being updated. The complete site will be launched by July 15th, 2016. In the meantime, should you require any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 514-485-8565

Enter a welcoming environment that encourages openness to learning and life.  At Kells Academy, we understand that each student is unique with experiences, interests and cultural lifestyles that are all their own.  Since we first opened our doors in 1978, we have recognized that a one-size-fits-all approach to learning does not work.  Our challenge is to understand these differences and provide an innovative environment that celebrates uniqueness while offering a diversity of learning approaches, ensuring our students a learning experience that is rich and meaningful.  

At Kells, flexibility is key.  It's also what distinguishes us from other schools.  The curriculum provides the structure,  yet its implementation is adaptable.  We develop individualized programs, allowing students to work within their comfort zone, which may be above, below, or at grade level.

While the pursuit of academic excellence and the fostering of a lifelong love of learning are the cornerstones of Kells Academy, our commitment extends beyond scholastic achievement to strike a balance in the lives of our students.  Outstanding extracurricular activities provide students with an enriching experience.  Students are given the opportunity to pursue their talents via excellent fine arts and music programs as well as participating in a variety of athletic activities.  At Kells, students embark on a journey of knowledge that encourages them to learn about themselves and the world in which they live.  Within a warm and nurturing atmosphere, they develop strong bonds with their teachers and are encouraged to participate, take risks, become confident and most of all, become contributing members of society.  We create a milieu in which youth can flourish while acquiring a deep sense of self-esteem.

We have a vision for our students.  At Kells, we believe that every student has a contribution to make to this world.  It is our mission to develop, encourage and provide students with an opportunity to grow.  In doing so, we prepare young people for the challenges of the 21st century.  

Irene Woods, Director

Location

Located in the heart of Montreal - a culturally diverse and vibrant city – Kells Academy reflects the global flavor of the city. With the help of a team of experienced and dedicated teachers, students graduate with fluency in both English and French. Kells' international students - some 250 students from over 20 countries, including the United States, Europe, the Middle East, the Far East, Mexico and South America - thrive in the secure, cosmopolitan mix that is Montreal.

Fast Facts

• Located on the island of Montreal in south central Quebec, Montreal has the largest urban French population outside of Paris, France. One of Canada's major cities (population 2.8 million) it is home to four universities and a flourishing business community.
• Montreal boasts excellent libraries, museums, theatres, art galleries and extensive recreational and athletic facilities. It is renowned too for its festivals (jazz, film, Just for Laughs) and the celebrated Montreal Botanical Gardens.
• A safe, convenient city with an Old World Latin charm, Montreal is less than a day's drive from New York, Boston, Toronto, Ottawa and Niagara Falls and just a few hours from the hills of the Laurentians, Eastern Townships and northern Vermont.
• Tempered by the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's climate features hot, sunny summers; snowy, cold winters and moderate springs and autumns.\

Academic Community

While Montrealers pride themselves on their city's many cultural and recreational facets, the city is also a mecca for education. Prime among Montreal's English universities is the internationally respected McGill University. Countless students all over the world view an acceptance letter from McGill as a stunning achievement of a lifelong dream. McGill University competes on a global scale and, since 2005, has topped Macleans magazine's national university rankings – and shows no signs of stopping! For those more creatively inclined, Concordia University houses a globally acclaimed Fine Arts faculty with renowned professors.

No matter your ambitions, Kells Academy can help you get there. With alumni accepted into the top CEGEPs in the city, including the prestigious Marianopolis College, a wealth of academic opportunity and possibility awaits Kells graduates.

What's more, in 2012, QS World University Rankings ranked Montreal the 10th-best place in world to be a university student – the only Canadian city on the list. There's no doubt – Montreal's unique blend of diversity, culture, and rigorous educational institutions makes for an amazing academic experience!

Arts & Culture

Education need not only be about grades and studying. Everyone deserves a chance to experience life to the fullest – and there is no better city in which to have a truly unique experience than in Montreal!

As anyone who visits can attest, Montreal brims with creativity, culture, arts, and inspiration. Countless bilingual festivals highlight music, film, art, culture, food, comedy, literature, theatre, and more! Some of Montreal's most internationally renowned festivals include the Montreal Jazz Fest, the Just for Laughs Festival, the Montreal Highlights Festival, and the Fantasia Film Festival. There's something for everyone at any time of year.

Music in Montreal is a cultural staple, with award-winning artists such as Leonard Cohen, the Arcade Fire, Celine Dion, and Rufus Wainwright calling the city home. The independent music scene is constantly producing critically acclaimed new artists. With dozens of performance venues all over the city – including the newly renovated Place-des-Arts, which houses the Montreal Opera, Symphony, and Ballet – you will always find something to inspire you!

Visual artists in Montreal run the gamut; their art may be found in any of the city's remarkable art museums, including the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art – or in one of countless galleries dotting streets in virtually any neighbourhood. If visual art isn't your passion, countless other museums hold respected collections of items themed around history, architecture, ecology, science – even film or comedy! A solid library network serves both French and English patrons for literary types.

With countless exhibitions running throughout the year, and thanks to the many artists and cultural mavens who have made this city their home, Montreal is globally acknowledged to be one of the cultural capitals of the world. There is no better place to enjoy your education!

Sports & Activities

Montreal is a city designed for activity – fast, slow, and everything in between! With its prototypical bike-sharing system, Bixi, and over 350km of bike paths crossing the entire city, all of Montreal's exciting destinations are close at hand. Hike to the top of Mont-Royal and view the city from its peak; wander the many parks and gardens at your leisure; or even join one of dozens of amateur sports leagues, associations, and clubs.

For the sports spectator, nothing beats a city that thrives on its NHL hockey team! Loyal fans of the Montreal Canadiens inspire the entire city to cheer on the home team – especially when playoffs roll around! Other professional sports teams include the CFL's Alouettes, and the Montreal Impact. Whatever your athletic preference, there is sure to be something to get your heartrate up!

A Home Away From Home

 Kells International Residence

Kells' residence offers the great convenience of being on-campus for elementary students and minutes away for our high school students. Living at the International Residence connects students with a community, where you can make lasting friendships, experience the city, and develop a range of academic and life skills. Our residence is not just a convenient place to live, but an important part of the overall Kells experience. This is your home away from home. Tutorial support and ESL classes are offered. Social events on weekends include sports, arts, outings, and trips to local events.

Our accommodations provide a modern yet homey atmosphere to students from 12 to 18 years of age. It features fully furnished suites with common laundry and lounge facilities, as well as a clean, secure, and smoke-free environment. Approximately 40 students are accommodated in residence. This is a unique opportunity for students from a variety of communities and countries to share in the boarding school adventure.

Kells residence rooms are equipped with single beds, closets, desks, lamps, and dressers. Each room is shared by a maximum of three students, however single and double options are also available. Male and female dorms are kept separate and parents can take comfort that our faculty provide a secure and caring environment for their child.

Our staff participates fully in boarding life by implementing daily structure, as well as academic and personal support, which allows students to strive to their maximum potential in a positive and nurturing environment. Furthermore, the Residence offers a plethora of exciting experiences, including athletics, high quality educators, and of course, great friendships.

The residence has full time supervision and is equipped with video surveillance to ensure the safety of our students. In order to maintain academic focus, there is a mandatory prep time in the evenings from Monday to Thursday and on Sunday. Additional tutoring is available when needed at an extra cost. Private language courses are also available for students who would like to improve their English skills.

Breakfast, lunch, and supper are provided for boarding students. While enjoying delicious meals, students socialize and foster lifelong friendships. Our residence is equipped with common room space, Wi-Fi accessibility, and kitchenette area where students prepare snacks.

Lesley Farrell
Admissions Coordinator

Kells Academy welcomes students from all around the world. International students should apply six months to one year in advance in order to complete the admission process.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Kells Academy offers the following programs:

• High School (Grades 7 to 11)
• Online Grade 12 (Ontario Diploma)
• ESL Program
• ESL Summer Camp

ADMISSIONS FACILITATES THE APPLICATION PROCESS

• Assistance with Documentation for Visa & C.A.Q. Applications
• Zoom interview
• Guardianship
• Residence
• Homestay Placement
• Medical Insurance
• Placement testing
• Orientation & Tour
• Year round acceptance (based on space availability)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of the application process, do not hesitate to contact us:

Brochure

High School - Application Form

International Student Contract

Athletic participation and competition are an important part of the Kells experience and all students are encouraged to get involved through physical education classes, intramural sports and competitive teams.

The intent of the physical education program is to enable all students to enhance their quality of life through promotion of active living, exposure to a wide variety of activities and the development of appropriate skills and attitudes.

Through participation on competitive teams, students learn dedication, sportsmanship, teamwork and perseverance. Moreover, they learn that success is measured in making a commitment and rising to the challenge, regardless of the outcome. In addition, interpersonal and leadership skills are emphasized and the opportunity to develop personal fitness is encouraged.

Intramural and Drop-in activities are available throughout the school year as well for students who are looking for extra recreational time, in a non-competitive atmosphere. Various inter-school tournaments are organized as well as recreational clubs and drop in gym times.

Further enriching their learning experience, Kells students at every grade are provided with progressive instruction across a broad range of visual and performing arts. By participating or simply through exposure to the arts, they develop an understanding and appreciation not only of the art itself, but also of harmony, beauty, and the many other attributes and concepts found therein.

Kells’ visual arts program provides students with the opportunity to express creativity through design and composition. Students build and show their portfolios periodically throughout the year, with many opportunities for works to be showcased across the campus.

Our music program develops appreciation while providing talented musicians with a new performance venue. Students are invited to participate and perform at several events throughout the year, such as our winter festival, spring concert, and of course, during graduation.

Our drama program allows students to develop and deepen their sense of self through performance. Through acting, role-playing, and the act of public speaking, the develop poise, confidence and a better ability to deal with life issues.

A vastly superior level of student support.

A student’s support needs can be as individual as their learning capability. Kells provides support that anticipates the needs and embraces a student’s issues in keeping with his or her individualized learning program.

Our complete support services:

• Resource specialist on-site to provide in-class or pull-out support when necessary; always following the course curriculum.
• Providing students with an Individual Education Plan (I.E.P) when necessary.
• On site tutorial services during and after school hours.
• Resource time for students who need extra assistance.
• Close collaboration with outside professional services as needed.
• A Special Education consultant available for parents and students.
• Providing extended time, separate setting, and assistive technology (WordQ/Antidote) for examinations where psychological assessment indicates the need.
• The use of technology including iPads and laptops from Secondary I-V, Smartboards, and assistive technology.
• School assignments found on the online Portal and/or Google Classroom.
• After school programs: Homework program and mentorship program (Peer Tutoring).
• Additional ESL and Math help after school.
• Elementary-to-High School, and High School-to-College transition teams.
• A Guidance counselor to facilitate CEGEP and university admissions.
  • Our guidance counselor is available to meet with students and parents as it relates to a student’s socioemotional well-being, academics, as well as postsecondary guidance. Our guidance counselor meets one-on-one with students, as well as prepares and delivers workshops to classes as a whole. Guidance services are available on a drop-in basis or by appointment.

An advanced model for learning and living

At Kells Academy, we embrace technology as a powerful asset to making learning more interesting, fun and relevant. Through technology, we are able to better personalize and customize learning. While nothing can replace the personal motivation and help that students receive from working directly with their teacher, we see our many technological aids as being a most powerful and innovative tool for helping students prepare for the future.

We are proud leaders in our region in the integration of technology into the classroom, with all Kells students benefitting from laptop and iPad availability and use in the classroom. However, rather than teaching computer skills in isolation, we strive to use these technologies across the breadth of our teaching programs, arming our students with the skills they need to succeed in any field, in our increasingly interconnected society. As such, students conduct online research and create presentations, projects, blogs and web pages, harnessing the power of technology in countless ways.

Our students and teachers have immediate access to today’s powerful learning tools. Our teachers integrate technology into every aspect of our curriculum. Students are encouraged to use a wide variety of electronic resources, often augmenting information with links to graphic presentations, photographs, and sound files, relative to the academic subject and audience. As a result, what begins as a simple critical review of a summer book might easily grow into an advanced audio/video presentation, and a more rewarding and captivating experience for students and audiences alike.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS GRADES 7-11

At each grade, two or three programs are offered allowing students to learn within their own competency level. Programs promote an understanding and appreciation not only of the language, but of the cultural values of the society in which we live. Students may also elect to study other subjects in French, further enriching the experience.

Our French program conveys linguistic concepts while promoting an understanding and appreciation of the cultural values of the society in which we live.

À l'académie Kells, le français est enseigné de manière interactive à travers des stratégies efficaces et ciblées. Le travail en petits groupes et la technologie rendent l'apprentissage agréable. En quittant Kells à la fin de la 5e année du secondaire, nos élèves sont capables de comprendre tous genres de textes et de s'exprimer aisément et correctement à l'oral comme à l'écrit.

Natacha Sikias
Professeur de Français

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS GRADES 7-11

While Kells Academy adheres to guidelines established by the Quebec Ministry of Education, it delivers mathematics and science programs with significantly greater flexibility, identifying individual student skill levels as the first step in the process. By doing so, we ensure that students work within their range of ability and remain enthused and motivated, yet still challenged. Each grade level allows students to choose advanced, regular or remedial programs, to progress at their own pace, and where possible, to upgrade their level. Math and Science courses are offered in English.

While Kells Academy adheres to Quebec Ministry of Education guidelines, it delivers programs with significantly greater flexibility, identifying individual student skill levels as the first step in the process. Classes with an individualized programs, help ensure that each student has the best opportunity for success.

English studies focus on the ability to read a variety of literature and respond with critical thought, sensitivity and maturity. In analyzing a diversity of genres, students learn to creatively and effectively articulate their ideas and strengthen the clarity, strength, and accuracy of their own writing.

Fundamentals of grammar and vocabulary are reviewed regularly and are deemed an important part of the program at every level.

At Kells, emphasis is placed on reading fluency at all grade levels. Upon school entry, all students are given a full reading evaluation to determine skill level. Recommendations are made for students requiring extra support, which include:

• In classroom online support, which enables students to work at their own pace to develop skills.
• Use of assistive technology to access information, correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar
• Additional group support, when requested, during FLEX time.
• ESL (English Second Language) support.
• After school homework program.
• After school tutorials (extra cost).
• Summer school (extra cost).

Reading List

• Grade 7
• Grade 8
• Grade 9
• Grade 10
• Grade 11

Guidance

Our guidance program ensures that students make informed choices about their future. Throughout high school, students are presented with a range of career choices with an emphasis on helping students maximize and understand their particular interests and aptitudes. Assistance with the paperwork for college applications is provided as well as letters of recommendation. To help students with personal concerns, the guidance counselor is available on a one-to-one basis.

Our graduates enroll in the faculties of Commerce, Business, Law, Medicine and Engineering at both McGill University and Concordia University, as well as American and European universities.

Diploma Requirements

The following credits are required:

• 6 credits in Secondary V English
• 4 credits in Secondary V French as a Second Language
• 4 credits in Secondary IV Mathematics or a Secondary V Math course
• 4 credits in Secondary IV Science
• 4 credits in Secondary IV History & Citizenship Education
• 2 credits in Secondary IV "Arts" - Drama, Music or Visual Arts
• 2 credits in Secondary V Ethics or Physical Education

In order to apply to Kells Academy, please submit the following documents:

• Completed application form with application fee
• Report cards from the current academic year and June 2022
• Copy of assessment if your child has a learning disability
• Copy of Birth Certificate and Immunization Records
• Passport size photograph
• MEQ Achievement Record (Quebec Grades 10 and 11 only)
• IELTS or TOEFL results (Grade 11 and Grade 12)

Once the application package is complete and submitted to the school, an appointment for an interview will be arranged by the Admissions office. Placement testing and a class visit will also be scheduled for your child.

Tours of the school are given throughout the year, by appointment. Feel free to call or email us to arrange a visit. ( 514-485-8565 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )

Click below to download an application form in PDF version:

High School - Application Form

Grade 12 - Application Form

In order to apply to Kells Academy, please submit the following documents:

• Completed application form with application fee
• Report cards from the current academic year and the previous two years
• Copy of assessment if your child has a learning disability
• Copy of Birth Certificate and Immunization Records
• Passport size photograph
• International student contract
• MEQ Achievement Record (Quebec Grades 10 and 11 only)
• IELTS or TOEFL results (Grade 11 and Grade 12)
• Confidential Student Report form

Once the application package is complete and submitted to the school, an appointment for an interview will be arranged by the Admissions office. Placement testing and a class visit will also be scheduled for your child.

Tours of the school are given throughout the year, by appointment. Feel free to call or email us to arrange a visit. ( 514-485-8565 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )

Click below to download an application Form in PDF version:

High School - Application Form

International Application Form

Grade 12 - Application Form

Grade 12 - International Application Form

2024 - 2025 Fees

Total Annual Tuition (Grades 7-11): $20,300

• Payments to be received by August 7^th 2024
• Payments dated: August 23^rd, 2024 ($10,150) and January 31^st, 2025 ($10,150)

Alternative Payment Plan:

10 payments to be received by August 7^th 2024 (post dated cheques or credit card) payable August 23^rd, 2024 and the 20th of every month from September 2024 to May 2025. (There is an additional $25.00 administrative charge per post-dated payment.)

Accessory Fees: (due August 23, 2024)
Transfer Fee: $1,500.00 (non-refundable)
Student Activities: $750.00
Supplies & Technology: $900.00 (non-refundable)
Building Fund: $2,000.00
Graduation: (Grade 11 students) $500.00

English Language Learning: (Based on English language assessment for enrollment at the Language Centre): $500.00 per month

Other Fees:

English Second Language: (After School Program): $350.00 per month

FAMILY DISCOUNT (APPLICABLE TO FULL FEES ONLY)

1. 10% for the second child
2. 15% for the third child
3. 20% for the fourth child or more

RESIDENCE

• $1450.00 per month for a triple room
• $1750.00 per month for a double room
• $2000.00 per month for a single room

These fees include a furnished room with 3 meals per day.

Scholarship

To be considered for a scholarship, students must demonstrate high academic performance, have strong leadership skills, and be good role models. Proof of consistent excellence, along with a letter of intent is necessary when applying for a scholarship. The scholarships are not automatically renewed.

(Scholarships range from $1,000.00 to $3,000.00)

Payment Method:

Cheque, Wire transfer, or Debit Card.

2024-2025 Academic Year

Total Annual Tuition:

Kindergarten: $18,800
Grades 1-6: $19,800
Grades 7-11: $20,300
Grades 12: $22,000

• First installment to be received by August 7th 2024
• Second installment to be received by January 31, 2025

ACCESSORY FEES: (non refundable)

Transfer Fee (Grades 1-11, non-refundable): $1,500
Students Activities: $750
Supplies & Technology Fee (non-refundable): $900
Building Fund: $2,000
Graduation Fee: (Grades 11 and 12): $500
Medical Insurance: (non refundable) $900
ELL Fee (Based on English Ability): $700 per month
ESL Fee (After School Program): $500 per month

Family Discount (applicable to full fees only)

• 10% for the second child
• 15% for the third child
• 20% for the fourth child or more

Residence

• $1,450 per month for a triple room
• $1,750 per month for a double room
• $2,000 per month for a single room
• $1,700 per month for a Home Stay fees

These fees include a furnished room with 3 meals per day.

Scholarship

To be considered for a scholarship, students must demonstrate high academic performance, have strong leadership skills, and be good role models. Proof of consistent excellence, along with a letter of intent is necessary when applying for a scholarship. (Scholarships range from 1000$ to 3000$.)

Payment Method:

Cheque, Wire transfer, or direct withdrawal only.

2024-2025 Grade 12 Program Fees

• Application Fee: $150 (non-refundable - to be submitted with application form)
• Admission Fee: $250 (non-refundable - due upon acceptance)
• Total Annual Tuition: $22,000.00
  • Payments to be received by August 2nd, 2024
  • Payments dated August 20th 2024 ($11,000) and January 31st, 2025 ($11,000)

Accessory Services:

Supplemental Fees: (If applicable)

• Medical Insurance (non-refundable; due upon acceptance): $900.00

Other Fees:

Transfer Fee: $1,500.00

FAMILY DISCOUNT (APPLICABLE TO FULL FEES ONLY)

1. 10% for the second child
2. 15% for the third child
3. 20% for the fourth child or more

RESIDENCE

• $1400.00 per month for a triple room
• $1700.00 per month for a double room
• $1950.00 per month for a single room

These fees include a furnished room with 3 meals per day.

Payment Method:

Cheque, Wire transfer, or Debit Card.

REFUND POLICY:

Kells Academy does not issue refunds for the Grade 12 Program. Enrolment initiates several administrative tasks that are completed by our staff. These include activating the student’s account, completing the registration, enlisting instructors, creating physical and digital files, organizing schedules and liaising with organizational offices. This administrative work will be completed even if the student does not begin the course.

Access to English language education in the province of Quebec is governed by the provision of the Charter of the French Language (Bills 101 and 104). Kells Academy does not receive provincial grants and therefore can admit students who do not have a government-issued Certificate of Eligibility for English Language Education.

For further information on the criteria necessary to obtain this certificate please consult the Quebec government website.

More Information

or call Lesley Farrell, Admissions Coordinator at: 514-485-8565

Access to English language education in the province of Quebec is governed by the provision of the Charter of the French Language (Bills 101 and 104). Kells Academy does not receive provincial grants and therefore can admit students who do not have a government-issued Certificate of Eligibility for English Language Education.

For further information on the criteria necessary to obtain this certificate please consult the Quebec government website.

More Information

or call Lesley Farrell, Admissions Coordinator at: 514-485-8565, Ext.225

Lesley Farrell
Admissions Coordinator

Admissions

Students considering a Kells Academy future, and their families, are invited to visit us. You may choose to take advantage of the open houses we host during the year, or make an appointment to visit the campuses during regular school sessions. You may even choose to be a “Kells Student for a Day”, and enjoy exploring the Kells experience in the company of an appointed partnering student. Whichever you choose, your visit will allow you to see firsthand how our school operates, as well as meet with current students for their views on Kells Academy.

STEP 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Contact Kells Academy by phone or email and ask to speak with a member of our Admissions Team.

STEP 2. VISITING OUR CAMPUSES Choose one of our open house days, or call to confirm how and when, from our other offered options, you would like to visit Kells.

STEP 3. FORMAL APPLICATION Once you’ve decided to apply to Kells Academy, you’ll need to complete our application papers (available online) and join us for an interview and our placement test, which can be conducted either in person, over the phone, or via Zoom.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss any aspect of the application process, do not hesitate to contact us:

SkypeID: kellsacademy.admissions

Thriving at Kells

February 2017

After two years of struggling academically and just not being able to find his feet, our son enrolled at Kells in Grade 9. He is thriving in the Kells' environment of individual attention and excellent teaching. We are so grateful to see him having success and being happy at school. Thank you to Irene Woods and all of the kind, attentive, and professional staff members we have met at Kells.

Heartfelt Thanks, How Kells Saved My Son

April 2013

Our son Jordan was diagnosed as being dyslexic and with a condition called sensory Integration dysfunction. At the end of Grade 3 his reading level was that of a child in Kindergarten. We switched Jordan to the Vanguard School in grade 4. Vanguard is a school that specializes in teaching children with Learning Difficulties. By the middle of grade 6, Jordan was bored, restless, uninterested in learning and was heading towards being a juvenile delinquent drop out.

This is where Kells entered our lives. We moved Jordan to Kells Elementary School in the middle of grade 6. We immediately saw an improvement in his learning, his grades, but most importantly in his attitude.

Kells High School saved our son. During his 5 years at the Kells High School, Jordan was engaged by his teachers. The faculty really got to know Jordan, both his strengths and his weaknesses. The staff helped Jordan as a team. This included everyone from the secretary at reception to the principal.

The teachers at Kells really made the difference. They understood Jordan and his issues. When homework was emailed to students in Grade 10 &​ 11 by the media teacher- we were on the email distribution list. This helped us ensure that homework was handed in.

The most important tool Kells gave Jordan was the ability to use out of the box solutions to his problems, including his lack of organizational skills. Ingrade 8, Ms. Cambell and Jordan discovered that the reason Jordan’s homework was not being handed in was because it was not getting from the printer at home to the classroom. Ms. Campbell encouraged Jordan to submit assignments by email. Jordan took this solution to all his classes and the issue virtually disappeared.

Kells used Jordan’s strength- his intelligence and his ability to quickly comprehend material – to make him feel capable and to give him the confidence to handle his weaknesses- his difficulty reading and writing.

Kells allowed Jordan to flourish because they made him feel welcome, safe and normal- even if he had learning issues. The teachers pushed him and told him they were doing so because they knew him to be smart and able to do more. Jordan believed them because he knew they really knew him. He also knew that the teachers would not let him get away with anything.

Jordan Graduated Kells with an 83% overall average, and won the award for most improved student!

The Path from Kells to McGill University

May 2013

I arrived to Montreal with my children in August 2006, and immediately began my search for a school to enroll my daughter Haya, who was in 8th grade at the time. After visiting many schools, it became clear to me that the high caliber mentors and unique learning environment offered by Kells Academy made it the best option for Haya.

At first, I was very anxious that my daughter would not be able to adapt easily to the new school. However, all uncertainty disappeared once I witnessed how the hospitable environment at Kells was not only helping Haya adjust and integrate herself quickly but also providing her with opportunities to develop qualities that helped her grow both academically and personally. Within a few months, Haya became part of the musical band, Student Activity Council, and in later years, editor of the Yearbook and member of the Peer Mediation Committee. This was only made possible through the help of committed teacher and members of the staff who always inspired her, encouraged her to always pursue excellence and provided her with countless possibilities to participate in extracurricular activities that enriched her experience. Even now, Haya always says that her best school years were spent at Kells, where she was surrounded by a supportive community that made her learning experience unforgettable.

The knowledge and the skills that Haya developed during her years at Kells facilitated her transition to CEGEP and motivated her to continue her studies in Health Science at Marianopolis College and now, as a student in the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. I could not be more grateful to everyone at Kells for being instrumental in Haya’s achievements.

Today, when friends ask me for advice, I have no hesitation in recommending Kells Academy because I am certain that it provides students with the best opportunities to excel and guides them towards achieving their goals. The teachers and mentors at Kells work tirelessly to allow students to make use of all the tools they need to pave their paths to success!

Thank you from the Matosic Family

April 2013

Dear Ms. Woods,

Already 6 years has gone by since our son Anthony started attending Kells in Elementary School and now he is already in 9th grade and getting ready for grade 10.

At the age of 5 years, Anthony was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder and a Speech and Language Delay as well. Anthony attended public school in the East End of Montreal. The school did not have enough resources for all students, as Anthony’s difficulties were considered mild compared to other children that had more severe difficulties. Needles to say, we received very little help or assistance at school in regards to his needs. We had to seek for private Speech and Language Services, learn as much as we could about ADD on our own and use strategies at home to help him cope with his difficulties. After 3 years of public school, we knew we had to find a better place for him. We were very worried about him, not only about his academic success but also about his emotional well-being.

Kells was recommended to us by a teacher from the Montreal Children’s Hospital. We will never forget the day we met with you and Mrs. Wasserman. This was the most positive and encouraging meeting about our son that we ever had. The assurance and confidence that you expressed about Anthony’s strengths and potential was music to our ears. You accepted our son the way he was and told us not to worry.

From the start Anthony adjusted to his new school very well. Everyone at Kells made him feel welcomed and comfortable. Accommodations were made right away for his individual learning style. We had access to a Resource Teacher and continuous feedback with the teacher throughout the year. I believe that with the strategies that were put in place in the classroom, along with the different teaching styles (visual and hands on) has helped Anthony achieve success and increase self confidence. The teacher is able to give more attention to the students that are having difficulties.

Thanks to the positive and stimulating learning environment at Kells, Anthony was able to reach his personal and academic potential.

I can’t stress enough how grateful we are to your school, to you Ms. Woods, Ms. Perlman, Mrs. Wasserman, Ms. Morris and all the teaching and support staff at Kells Academy for making school a very positive and enjoyable experience for Anthony and for us as parents.

Yours truly,

Beautiful Memories

I will always remember when I was new to Kells Academy how the lovely teachers helped me a lot with their patience and professional attitudes. Kells is definitely a great school; we all get to know each other and we all share the best learning resources. As an international student, I received a warm welcome. The school provides an educational environment that takes into consideration students with different backgrounds. I really appreciated the various clubs and interesting activities at Kells. I especially enjoyed the time I spent preparing for and performing in the Spring concert. I would recommend Kells Academy to any family that is looking for an excellent education. Thank you to all the staff and teachers for all of their well wishes. I will always save my beautiful memories of Kells Academy.

Dear Mrs. Perlman,

Please allow us to take this opportunity to thank you and all the educators at Kells - especially Mrs. Brady - for the wonderful work accomplished with Zach over the last 4 months. We were delighted to have met all his educators at the Parent/​Teacher meeting last week and very pleased with what each teacher had to say regarding his progress, accomplishments, strengths and weaknesses.

Zach has achieved a lot in his very short time at Kells, which demonstrates the high quality and standard of education provided at your school. We have seen tremendous development in many aspects of his education and we are sincerely grateful to everyone at Kells for nurturing his joyful spirit, creative thinking, love of learning, and for the continuous efforts spent to captivate and stimulate his very young mind.

There is no doubt in our minds and hearts that Kells is a fine, first class institution and the best choice we have made for our son, Zach.

Looking forward to many more years of continued success for Zach and Kells

With warm regards,

7 Wonderful Years at Kells

My experience with Kells Elementary during a 7 year period was extraordinary‎. The support given to my two children was excellent. The Head of School and all the teachers always went beyond expectation; evidence of their enormous commitment to their students. Their skill, wisdom and kindness was evident in the quality of teaching, support and parent communication. I would highly recommend this school to any parent who is looking for a school to nurture their child to his/her full potential.

Yes, we are fans of Kells!

May 2014

Education is not only an academic endeavor but also a personal voyage. Self- confidence, pride, personal growth, this all comes in a package which Kells successfully provides to all its students. The journey is not an easy one, there are many hours of hard work, weekends devoted to study and projects but the results are extremely rewarding. Kells instills a belief and desire for success, where academic challenges are overcome by positive thinking and there is an overwhelming feeling that everyone belongs.

I wish every kid could have a Kells experience.

• Private, co-ed English school
• Residential and day school
• Grades: Kindergarten to 12
• Students do not require the Certificate of Eligibility for English instruction to attend
• 1:1 technology device program (Grades 7-11)
• Accreditations: Fully accredited and recognized by MEQ; Associate member of Quebec Association of Independent Schools
• After school coaching, tutoring, homework program/study hall
• We are located in Notre Dame de Grace, 10 minutes from downtown Montreal by car
• Close to all public transportation - bus (105, 162), metro (Vendome, Villa Maria) and train (Candiac, St-Jerome, Vaudreuil-Hudson lines)
• Kells at a Glance

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Friends, colleagues, teammates...

We strive to create and maintain a sense of community that helps students feel included and gives them the opportunity to grow in confidence as well as make friends. Kells students are invited to participate in our student council, various clubs and interest groups, and sports teams. We organize day field trips, overnight visits, and a wide range of extracurricular activities throughout the year.

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List of activities

• Student Council
• Orange Shirt Day
• Thanksgiving (Canned Food Drive)
• Terry Fox
• Halloween Haunted House
• Remembrance day
• Winter Formal Dance
• International Day/Holidays
• Spirit Week
• Winter Day
• Prom committee
• Green Team
• Field Trips
• Athletic Banquet
• Fundraisers
• Math Contest Club
• World Scholars Cup (Alpaca Club)

List of Sports

• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Golf
• Cross Country
• Basketball
• Futsal
• Swimming
• Badminton
• Halo Race
• Track and Field
• Kells Kup ( Intramural Sports)

A close and complete community

Kells Academy's two campuses are just four small blocks apart, situated in the borough of Notre-Dame-de-Grace, a safe, residential neighborhood in Montreal's west end. Its wide, tree-lined avenues and numerous parks, libraries, and sports centre make it an ideal location for our school, and one easily reached from so many parts of Montreal.

Campuses are easily accessed by car and all means of public transportation, with convenient bus, metro and suburban train connections.

High School Facilities

Kells' excellent high school facility offers classrooms equipped with advanced teaching technologies (including both PC and Mac laptops, SmartBoards, and iPads) for Secondary I-IV classes. The building houses both Music and Art rooms, our own IT/Resource Centre, a Learning Centre and Science Lab. The building's cafeteria is a warm and inviting place where our students can enjoy lunch in a relaxed atmosphere, possibly followed by a game of table tennis. At lunchtime, hot meals are served each day, in addition to our cafeteria's several cold options. Equally, students are most welcome to bring their own lunches.

Adjacent to Kells Academy High School building is a fully equipped gymnasium, an outdoor soccer field, baseball diamond, and winter skating rink, all accessible to Kells sports enthusiasts both during and after the school day. Students also have access to the recently opened NDG Sports Centre located at Benny and Monkland, a superb new facility housing a beautiful double gymnasium and a 25-metre swimming pool.

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Kells International Residence

Kells' residence will offer the great convenience of being on-campus for elementary students and minutes away for our high school. Living at the International Residence will connect students with a community, where they can make lasting friendships, experience the city, and develop a range of academic and life skills. Our residence will not be just a convenient place to live, but an important part of the overall Kells experience. This will be your home away from home. We plan to offer tutorial support and ESL classes. Social events on weekends will include sports, arts, outings, and trips to local events. 

Our accommodation will provide a modern yet homey atmosphere to students from 10 to 18 years of age. It will feature fully furnished suites with common laundry and kitchen facilities, as well as a clean, secure, and smoke-free environment. Approximately 40 students will live in residence. This is a unique opportunity for students from a variety of communities and countries to share in the boarding school adventure.

A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. A PRIVATE SCHOOL HISTORY.

Working as an educator in the public sector, I found that devoting time to after-school tutorials was a most positive and enriching experience for my students. I was consistently impressed at what students were able to learn and accomplish in a few short tutoring sessions, in comparison to the hours spent trying to master the same material in the classroom. This led me to consider a practical application of the tutorial model in a classroom setting and resulted in the 1978 establishment of a unique tutorial service: the Westmount Learning Centre; and ultimately, to the founding of Kells Academy.

From those humble beginnings, Kells in 2021 has evolved into a full-fledged international High School that is recognized as one of the premier independent schools in Montreal. Building on the founding principle of Kells Academy that each child has a unique personality and different talents, we have built a successful school based on a personal and individualized approach to pedagogy as compared to traditional teaching methods.

This model proved to be very successful for Kells Academy and the school flourished both in size and reputation. The increasing number of students with their different interests led us to think innovatively about broadening the purely academic syllabus to include an array of wide-ranging activities like advanced computer skills, sports, extra-curricular activities and various community service projects in our curriculum. Read More

That same year we rented space in Westmount, not far from the main campus, to establish the Kells Academy Language Center. The Center was specifically created to ease the pressure on our new foreign students who struggle to adapt to a foreign culture and academic milieu while simultaneously coping with the pressure of learning a foreign language and maintaining their grades. The Center now provides these students with special resources to learn English and fast-track their assimilation into the mainstream classroom. Read More

Welcome to Kells Academy High School. We are a high school with a powerful educational program that prepares our students for success in university in Quebec and beyond. At Kells, we work as a team of talented, committed, and determined educators to get to know each of our students as individual learners, and to help them to gain an awareness of their strengths, interests, and growth areas each year. Our customized approach to delivering the Quebec curriculum is designed to challenge and accommodate students with a variety of learning profiles, such as English language learners, gifted and talented students, and students who may not have found success in larger settings. We take great pride in the extra enrichment and support we offer in languages and mathematics, and our flexible and rich extracurricular offerings allow students to explore their gifts in the arts, athletics, and technology. All of our programs are provided in a school community based on inclusion, respect, and support for all, values that are emphasized and lived out both school-wide and in our small-group Advisory sessions. As you peruse our website, I hope you can begin to appreciate the value of a Kells education. To find out even more, please contact the school or schedule an appointment with us. We would love to share more about Kells with you!.