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Clear Water Academy

Fees CA$10,439 - 20,100

Pupils 500

Type Co-educational

Clear Water Academy is a private Catholic school in Calgary serving JK to Grade 12 with a student body of over 500 and a campus that includes St. Thomas More Hall, Athlone Hall, and Harvey Hall Gymnasium. Founded in 1995, it is a member of the Regnum Christi Education Network and follows a Catholic curriculum complemented by Advanced Placement courses in Grade 12. The Integral Formation model guides intellectual, human, spiritual, and apostolic growth, with daily Mass and chaplain guidance shaping leadership and service. The school teaches French and Spanish as second languages and provides a structured junior high with some gender-separated classes in Grades 4–9. Activities emphasize arts and service: Fine Arts programs in music and drama, international mission trips in Grades 10–12, and pilgrimages. More than 65 percent of secondary students participate in Crusader sports teams, alongside a before‑ and after‑school licensed program. School fosters faith, leadership, and community.

Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Southwest Calgary; 3910 Quesnay Wood Drive SW, Calgary, AB T3E 8G1.

Stages

Junior Kindergarten & Kindergarten; Elementary 1-3; Elementary 4-6; Junior High 7-9; High School 10-12

Type

Catholic private school; co-ed with some gender-separated classes in Grades 4–9

Additional learning support

Small class sizes; reading and math interventions; individualized supports

Country affiliation

Canada

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Tuition fees (2026–2027 academic year)

- Junior Kindergarten (5 full days): Annual tuition CAD 16,060. With the Canada-Alberta Government Affordability Grant applied the net annual amount shown is CAD 3,262.50. Monthly payment plan (12 months) equivalent is CAD 1,338.33 (full) or CAD 271.88 (after grant).

- Junior Kindergarten (5 half days): Annual tuition CAD 10,439. With the Government Affordability Grant applied the net annual amount shown is CAD 2,300. Monthly payment plan (12 months) equivalent is CAD 869.92 (full) or CAD 191.67 (after grant).

- Elementary (Kindergarten–Grade 6): Annual tuition CAD 18,100. Monthly payment plan (12 months, includes finance fee) CAD 1,554.

- Junior High (Grade 7–9): Annual tuition CAD 18,800. Monthly payment plan (12 months, includes finance fee) CAD 1,614.

- High School (Grade 10–12): Annual tuition CAD 20,100. Monthly payment plan (12 months, includes finance fee) CAD 1,725.

Application fee

- A non‑refundable application fee is required as part of the admissions process. The application fee is payable via Plastiq. (Amount is not listed here.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is due in full on June 1 prior to the start of the academic year. A 12‑month payment plan beginning on that due date is available; the monthly payment plan carries an additional financing fee (3%). Junior Kindergarten monthly payments are exempt from the financing fee. Families may choose to pay annually or by the 12‑month plan.

Sibling discounts, family cap and Family Bond

- Sibling adjustments: the listed tuition rates apply to the first and second child. A third‑child tuition grant is CAD 4,300; a fourth‑child tuition grant is CAD 8,600 (or greater), subject to a total family tuition cap. The Family Tuition Fee Cap is CAD 50,400.

- Family Bond Program: each family contributes a CAD 10,000 bond to support capital improvements; the bond is refundable when the family's last child graduates or when the last child leaves the school.

Boarding

- Boarding is not offered (Clear Water Academy operates as a day school for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12).

Other costs and ancillary fees

- Out of School Care (licensed before‑ and after‑school child care for JK–Grade 6): Before‑school care CAD 315 per month; After‑school care CAD 475 per month; Combined Before & After CAD 740 per month. A late pick‑up fee of CAD 40 applies. Registration for Out of School Care requires completion of a Pre‑Authorized Debit (PAD) form for monthly withdrawals. A minimum of 30 days' notice is required to withdraw from the program.

- School bus: a school bus service is offered for an additional monthly fee (amount not listed); bus payment is billed monthly (September–July) where available.

- Uniforms and associated costs: uniforms are required. A school uniform supplier (Top Marks) publishes a 2026–2027 uniform price list showing individual item prices (examples): short‑sleeve polo CAD 34.50; V‑neck sweater CAD 61.00; junior kilt/skort and dress pants in the ranges shown in the supplier price list; gym shorts CAD 26.50. A used‑uniform store price list shows sample used‑item prices (examples): white short‑sleeve shirts CAD 15.00; sweaters CAD 25.00; blazers CAD 100.00. Top Marks accepts Mastercard and Visa for uniform orders.

- School‑run optional athletics apparel / spirit wear: available via the school's apparel store; ordering windows and deadlines are published annually.

Refund information

- Application fee: non‑refundable.

- Family Bond: refundable when the family's last child graduates or when the last child leaves the school, per the Family Bond Program terms.

- Out of School Care: to meet staffing commitments a minimum of 30 days' notice is required to withdraw; late‑pickup penalties apply as noted above.

Fee payment options and methods

- The non‑refundable application fee is payable via Plastiq. Pre‑authorized debit (PAD) is used for Out of School Care monthly withdrawals. Top Marks (uniform supplier) accepts Mastercard and Visa for uniform purchases and handles uniform returns/exchanges per their policy. The school offers an annual payment option or a 12‑month payment plan (finance fee applies to the monthly plan). Specific tuition payment collection methods (bank transfer, PAD for tuition, credit‑card acceptance for tuition, or in‑person payment options) are managed through the school's enrollment and billing systems and by the school's payment processors.

Notes on financial support and tax treatment

- Bursaries and grants are available (New Family Bursary, Temporary Needs Bursary, Semper Altius/Alumni grants) and may reduce net tuition for qualifying families. A charitable tax receipt is issued for the religious portion of Kindergarten–Grade 12 tuition; Junior Kindergarten fees qualify as child care expenses for tax purposes. Historically the charitable receipt has been approximately 60% of tuition paid.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required. The dress code promotes unity and modesty; skirts must be knee-length. Uniforms for the 2026-2027 school year are ordered through Top Marks Uniforms, with orders due by June 30, and PE/Outdoor Ed clothing must be Crusader Athletics clothing (via Top Marks and vbs apparel). A Used Uniform Store operates with appointment-based open houses.

Food Options

The Hot Lunch Program provides meals Monday through Thursday. Orders are placed online through Healthy Hunger, and must be placed at least 5 days before the lunch date.

Governance and Ownership

Governance is via the Regnum Christi (RC) Education network; the school was established in 1995 and is a member of RC Education. The RC School Network consists of educational institutions globally, affiliated with the Catholic Regnum Christi Movement.

Curriculum

The school teaches Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten; Elementary Grades 1-3; Elementary Grades 4-6; Junior High Grades 7-9; and High School Grades 10-12. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available in Grade 12. French and Spanish are taught as second languages. The Integral Formation model focuses on four dimensions: Intellectual, Human, Spiritual, and Apostolic, with daily Mass and chaplain guidance supporting students to grow in faith, leadership, and service.

Student Teacher Ratio

The school has small class sizes.

Exam Results

The school has 100% of graduates pursuing post-secondary education. Graduates enroll at universities including the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Toronto, McGill University, McMaster University, Mount Royal University, Rice University, SAIT, University of British Columbia, and University of Waterloo.

Higher Education Progression

The school has graduates pursuing post-secondary education at universities such as the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Toronto, McGill University, McMaster University, Mount Royal University, Rice University, SAIT, University of British Columbia, and University of Waterloo.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Integral Formation educates the whole person in four dimensions: Intellectual, Human, Spiritual, and Apostolic. The Human dimension emphasizes virtue, leadership, and character development. The Spiritual dimension centers on personal relationships with God, guided by daily Mass and sacraments. The Apostolic dimension emphasizes joyful service to others. Daily Mass, sacraments, and guidance from the on‑campus chaplain and the Formation Team support students' faith formation and personal development. Catholic faith is the foundation that informs academics, character, and service.

Safeguarding

The school maintains safeguarding and student welfare through its Policies & Reports section. The Safe Environment Policy governs adult/child and impaired‑person relationships. Other safeguarding‑related policies include Student Conduct and Discipline, Anti-bullying Policy, Health Protocol and Communicable Diseases Policy, and Field Trip and Outdoor Education Policy. The Health Protocol & Communicable Diseases Policy sets health safety standards, and a COVID‑19 Advisory Committee is in place to guide responses. The Education Plan 2025-2028 outlines governance and reporting related to safeguarding and school safety.

Admissions

1. Application – Online: Submit online application via the fs enrollment portal. The Admissions team accompanies families through each phase from initial inquiry to enrollment. Families are encouraged to book a tour or attend an open house to learn about Clear Water Academy.
2. Assessment: Meet and Greet for Junior Kindergarten and an Academic Assessment for Kindergarten through Grade 12. The assessment helps determine fit with the program and assess academic readiness.
3. Family Meeting: Meet with Administration to share information about your child, ask questions, and ensure a good fit with the school community. This meeting supports discerning whether Clear Water Academy aligns with your family's goals and faith-based environment.
4. Enrollment: Offers are made once the admissions process is complete. Applicants may be waitlisted depending on space availability after re-enrollment.

Scholarships

Bursaries available in selected grades.

Waitlist

Applicants may be waitlisted depending on space availability after re-enrollment.

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Loyola High School

Instructs in English, French

Fees CA$6,008

Type Co-educational

Located at 7272 Sherbrooke St. W. in Montreal, Loyola High School is a Catholic, Jesuit, co-educational day school that follows the Québec Ministry of Education curriculum with Catholic formation and a bespoke university-preparatory program. The school offers English and French streams, with enhanced tracks in Math and Science and optional courses across fields to prepare students for cégep and university. Learning is guided by the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm, emphasizing leadership, service, and reflective thinking. Secondary I to V courses include English, French, Mathematics, Religious Studies, Science and Technology, History, Geography, CSP, Physical Education, plus electives such as Architectural & Engineering Design, Art, Music, Computer Programming, and Theater Arts. The campus features the Eric Maclean, SJ Centre for the Performing Arts, Bishops' Atrium, adaptive classrooms, a full athletics complex with a shared Dome and hockey arena, libraries and labs. Loyola offers co-curricular programs, including FIRST Robotics, arts ensembles, and student leadership.

Location

7272 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, Quebec H4B 1R2, Canada. Located in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) neighbourhood on the western part of the Island of Montreal. Loyola High School is accessible by Montreal's public transit network, and Loyola does not operate a school bus service.

Stages

Secondary 1–5 (grades 7–11).

Type

Co-educational

Country affiliation

Canada

Religious affiliation

Catholic (Jesuit)

School day structure

The school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:10 p.m., with seven periods (P1–P7) and a 10-minute break; lunch periods are incorporated into periods P4 and P5.

Bus service

The school does not operate a school bus service.

Application and Admissions Fees
- Application Fee: CAD 50 payable in the Admissions Portal at the time of application.
- Enrollment / Re‑enrollment Fee: CAD 200 charged on enrollment or re‑enrollment.
- New Student Textbook Deposit: CAD 100 (held as a deposit to cover damage or loss of textbooks; the deposit is reimbursed when the student leaves the school).
- Financial‑aid application fee (when applying for bursaries through the school's external assessor): CAD 137.50 payable by credit card; an additional CAD 50 surcharge applies when parents reside at separate addresses.

Tuition Fees (2026–27 academic year) — per student
- Annual tuition: CAD 6,008 per student for the academic year.
- Term breakdown: 1st Term CAD 3,004; 2nd Term CAD 3,004.
- Tuition is presented as a single, uniform rate for enrolled students (no separate grade‑by‑grade tuition scale is published).

Mandatory Accessory and Related Fees (annual amounts)
- Activity Fees (mandatory): CAD 2,485 — funds yearbook, newspaper, drama, athletics, awards, handbook, student council, and special events.
- Related Fees (mandatory): CAD 707 — includes insurance, school photos & ID cards, workbooks and religious activities.
- Information Technology Fee (mandatory): CAD 695.
- Facility Fee (mandatory): CAD 2,415.
- Association Dues (mandatory): CAD 20 (Mothers' Guild CAD 10; Parents' Association CAD 10).
- Total of the above mandatory accessory/related/IT/facility/association fees: CAD 6,322 (calculated from the published line items).
- Illustrative combined annual cost (tuition plus the mandatory accessory/related/IT/facility/association fees): CAD 12,330 (CAD 6,008 tuition + CAD 6,322 mandatory fees). This is a straightforward sum of the published line items.

Other Fees and Optional Program Costs
- Athletics and activity‑specific fees (examples): Football Juvenile CAD 275; Football Cadet CAD 225; Football Benjamin CAD 65; Flag Football CAD 115; Baseball CAD 115; Soccer CAD 115; Volleyball CAD 115; Basketball Juvenile D1 CAD 380; Basketball Cadet D1 CAD 380; Basketball Bantam D1 CAD 330; Wrestling CAD 90; Water Polo CAD 60; Swimming CAD 60; Rugby CAD 115; Track & Field CAD 115; Futsal CAD 115; Tennis CAD 150. Fees vary by sport and level.
- Hockey program: fees are determined once teams are selected; families are contacted with team selections and associated hockey program fees. If teams advance to provincials, any transportation, room and board costs are charged separately to families.
- Graduation Fee (Secondary 5 students): CAD 150 (covers ceremony, diplomas, convocation photo, rentals, reception, etc.).
- Spirit wear / uniform and apparel: a school spirit shop operates with item prices (examples): hoodies CAD ~32–39.50, 1/4 zip CAD ~CAD 75, T‑shirts CAD CAD 15–27.50, joggers CAD ~CAD 38–43, caps CAD ~CAD 23–30. These items are available for purchase separately from school fees.

Family Discounts
- Second child discount: 5% off regular tuition for the second child in the same school year.
- Subsequent children (third, fourth, etc.): 10% off regular tuition for each subsequent child in the same school year.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Payment options offered:
- 1‑Payment Option: Full tuition due on September 1; a CAD 300 credit is available to non‑bursary families who pay in one instalment.
- 2‑Payment Option: 50% due September 1 and 50% due February 1.
- 10‑Payment Option: Ten equal payments on the first of each month from September through June.
- All routine tuition and school fee payments for families are required to be made by pre‑authorized debit.
- The admissions application fee (CAD 50) is paid in the Admissions Portal when applying. The financial‑aid application fee (CAD 137.50) is payable by credit card to the external assessor when submitting the aid application.

Boarding / Residence
- Boarding is not applicable: the school does not operate a boarding program and the school primarily serves Québec residents (it does not operate a standard international boarding programme).

Refund Information
- New student textbook deposit (CAD 100) is refundable when the student leaves the school; the deposit is brought back to CAD 100 in subsequent years if part or all of it is used during a year.
- No other general tuition refund schedule is published in the fee summary; specific refund or withdrawal policies (for tuition, enrollment fees, or accessory fees) are not detailed in the published fee summary. Any adjustments related to withdrawal, late fees, or exceptional circumstances are handled according to the school's published procedures.

Accepted Payment Methods and Practical Notes
- Required routine payment method: pre‑authorized debit for regular tuition and school fee billing.
- Credit card use is specified for certain payments: the financial‑aid application fee is payable by credit card; other one‑off portal payments (for example, the CAD 50 application fee) are processed through the Admissions Portal at application. Families should expect most scheduled tuition billing to be collected by pre‑authorized debit.

Summary (key annual figures)
- Tuition (annual): CAD 6,008 (CAD 3,004 per term).
- Mandatory accessory/related/IT/facility/association fees (annual): CAD 6,322.
- Illustrative combined annual cost (tuition + mandatory published fees): CAD 12,330 (excluding optional program fees, athletics fees, spirit‑shop purchases, and any program‑specific charges).

Boarding Arrangements

No boarding is offered; Loyola High School is a day school.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is required. All items must be purchased from Lemira Uniforms. Incoming Secondary 1 students are required to purchase items from the uniform collection.

Food Options

Full-menu cafeteria services are offered for breakfast and lunch to all students in a multi-level cafeteria space that can double as an auditorium.

House System

Labre House is a CSP activity at Loyola High School. The CSP also includes the NDG Food Drive.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned by the Jesuit Community. The governance structure includes a Board of Governors that liaises with the Jesuit Board of Directors; Fr. Murray, S.J. chairs the Jesuit board. The President works closely with both boards to administer policies and programs, and the Foundation Board handles funds.

Curriculum

Loyola High School follows the Québec Ministry of Education curriculum with Jesuit, Catholic formation supplements. The university-preparatory program offers English and French streams, with enhanced streams for Math and Science, and option courses to explore different fields. The program is designed to prepare students for cégep and university and their future careers. The Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm guides learning, rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, fostering leadership, service, and reflective thinking. Course offerings span Secondary I to V and include mandatory courses such as English, French, Mathematics, Religious Studies, Science and Technology, History, Geography, CSP I-IV (and CSP V in Secondary 5), and Physical Education, with optional courses such as Architectural & Engineering Design, Art, Music, Computer Programming, and Theater Arts. Loyola provides academic supports including an After School Program, peer tutoring, an Academic Advisor, and individualized education plans.

Student Teacher Ratio

27-29 students per class.

Higher Education Progression

Loyola's program is university-preparatory and designed to prepare students for cégep and university.

Gifted and Talented

Enhanced streams for Math and Science are offered to support advanced learners; academic supports include after-school programs, tutoring, and individualized education plans.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Wellness is an integral part of Loyola's whole-person approach, providing academic support, opportunities for prayer and reflection, and a supportive guidance team. The guidance counselors work with students to support educational, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning, using individual and small-group counseling, family conferences, consultations with teachers and the chaplaincy, classroom presentations, referrals to outside professionals, and special events and projects. An Advisor Program assigns every student a personal advisor for formal check-ins and available guidance as needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are provided for students with assessments. The guidance team and teachers work in collaboration with the student and family to support learning and encourage self-motivation through achievable goals.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through Loyola's Wellness program, including access to personal counseling and a range of wellness initiatives as part of the school's care for educational, social, emotional, and spiritual development.

Safeguarding

Loyola maintains a Protection of Youth policy and an Anti-Bullying and Violence Policy. Incidents are investigated by a guidance counsellor and/or administrator with confidentiality maintained, and interventions may include counselling for victims and perpetrators, disciplinary actions, police or medical involvement as warranted, and communications with parents within confidentiality rules.

Admissions

The school runs a Secondary 1 Application Process for the 2027-2028 School Year. Applicants for Secondary 2 to 5 review the information in that section. A Certificate of English Language Eligibility is required to attend Loyola. There is no formal entrance exam. Key Admission Dates include: July 31 Early Application Deadline (Loyola families only); September 19 Open House (9 a.m.–3 p.m. EST); September 28 Applications Deadline for Secondary 1; October 17 Activity Day (the student will be interviewed, participate in a fun activity, and complete an English writing sample); November 8 Application Decisions (acceptance, non-acceptance, or waiting list). The process has three steps: Step 1 Preparation (documents include Grade 4 and Grade 5 report cards, birth certificate with names of guardians, proof of Canadian citizenship if not born in Canada, English Eligibility certificate, IEP/learning assessment if applicable, and optional reference letters); Step 2 Complete Application (submit the form in full, use the Admissions Portal, upload required documents, and pay a $50 application fee); Step 3 Next Steps (after the deadline, applicants take part in an Activity Day with time slots communicated by email in early October). After review, application decisions are sent by email and posted in the Admissions Portal; applicants are accepted, not accepted, or placed on a waiting list. Incoming Secondary 2–5 information notes that Loyola will know openings in spring/summer before the new school year and that the applicant must be English-language eligible.

Scholarships

Financial aid supports qualified students who demonstrate financial need and is not contingent on academic performance or extracurricular achievement. The program provides full and partial bursaries. Admission is need-blind, so applying for financial aid does not affect admission decisions. About 17% of students receive some financial aid each year through the Loyola High School Foundation. Financial aid is awarded through Apple Financial Services, with a Financial Aid Committee reviewing recommendations. General deadlines for financial aid follow acceptance (the standard deadline is two weeks after notice of acceptance); Loyola families with direct Loyola connections may apply through the Early Application Process, with decisions in early November; returning students reapply by Spring Break with decisions in early June. The application process requires uploading tax returns and related documents; a $137.50 Apple Financial Services application fee applies, with potential surcharges for certain family situations. Family discounts include a 5% reduction for the second child and a 10% reduction for subsequent children; multiple payment options are available (1-, 2-, or 10-payment plans).

Waitlist

Applications may result in a waiting list. Decisions are communicated by email and posted in the Admissions Portal. Being placed on the waiting list means a space may become available later; the waiting list uses the same evaluation framework as regular applicants and does not change the fundamental admission criteria.

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