Académie de la Capitale vs Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines

	A Académie de la Capitale Ottawa, Canada	A Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines Ottawa, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$200 - 32,480	Fees / year CA$12,600 - 14,300
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 13 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 35	Pupils 20
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language French
Opened	Opened 1998	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Campus address: 3448 Richmond Road, Ottawa, ON K2H 8H7. Directions and campus information are available via Google Maps.	Location Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines is a private Catholic school in Ottawa that teaches in French and offers a trilingual academic program. It is AEFE-certified and affiliated with France through the AEFE network.
Stages	Stages IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) bilingual; Pre-Secondary Programme (Grades 7–8); Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grades 9–12).	Stages Preschool and Kindergarten; Primary and Intermediate.
School type	School type Private micro-school.	School type Catholic private French-language school in Ottawa with a trilingual program.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Differentiated instruction tailored to each student's exceptionality; SMILE Literacy Programme.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada; affiliated with Ontario Ministry of Education.	Country affiliation Affiliated with France through the AEFE network (AEFE-certified).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Catholic.
School day structure	School day structure Campus/office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.	School day structure Preschool (Maternelle) schedule: 08:00–15:15, with 08:00–08:20 arrivals, 08:20–08:30 morning prayer, 12:15–13:00 lunch, and 15:00–15:15 departure. Primary – Cycle 2 (CP-CE1-CE2): 08:00–15:30, including 09:30–09:37 snack, 12:00–12:15 silent reading, 13:00–13:30 lunch/recreation, and 15:20–15:30 departure. Primary – Cycle 3 & 4 (CM1-CM2; 6e-5e): 08:00–15:40, including 10:25–11:00 snack/recreation, 12:00–12:15 silent reading, 13:00–13:30 lunch/recreation, and 15:30–15:40 departure.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees and one‑time charges - Application fee: USD/CAD $200.00 (one‑time, non‑refundable). - Family membership fee: USD/CAD $3,500.00 (one‑time, non‑refundable; payable when the family accepts an invitation to join the school). - International student administrative fee (for international enrolments): $1,700.00 (non‑refundable); an additional $4,040.00 applies if enrolment is processed through an external agency. A yearly student charge account fee of $975.00 applies to cover incidental activities and is payable at the start of the year. Tuition fees by programme / year group (full details per programme and common payment splits) - IB Primary Years Programme — Kindergarten (Kinder) options: - Kinder Option A (10 months, school year only): $22,420.00 if enrolled on or before the early deadline; $24,253.00 if enrolled after that deadline. Per‑month equivalent (10 months): $2,242.00 or $2,425.30 respectively. Payments are normally collected monthly (see Billing schedule). - Kinder Option B (10 months + AcadeCamp summer sessions): $25,085.00 if enrolled on or before the early deadline; $26,920.00 if enrolled after. Per‑month equivalent (10 months): $2,508.50 or $2,692.00 respectively. - IB Primary Years Programme — Grades 1 to 6 (PYP / PYP Next): - Standard tuition: $21,450.00 if enrolled on or before the early deadline; $23,285.00 if enrolled after that deadline. Per‑month equivalent (10 months): $2,145.00 or $2,328.50 respectively. For international students in this cohort the posted full‑time tuition and a two‑payment schedule are used (see International section). - Pre‑Secondary School Programme (PSSP) and Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) — Grades 7 to 12: - Domestic tuition: $23,390.00 if enrolled on or before the early deadline; $25,221.50 if enrolled after that deadline. Per‑month equivalent (10 months): $2,339.00 or $2,522.15 respectively. - International students (per child, full‑time examples and two‑payment splits): - International IB PYP Next (Kinder) — Full year: $23,440.00. Two‑payment schedule shown: On or before Aug 15: $14,064.00; Jan 15: $9,376.00. - International IB PYP Next (10 months + AcadeCamp) — Full year: $26,105.00. Two‑payment schedule: On or before Aug 15: $15,663.00; Jan 15: $10,442.00. - International IB PYP Next (Ages 6–Grade 6) — Full year: $23,875.00. Two‑payment schedule: On or before Aug 15: $14,325.00; Jan 15: $9,550.00. - International PSSP / OSSD (Grades 7–12) — Full year: $25,815.00. Two‑payment schedule: On or before Aug 15: $15,489.00; Jan 15: $10,326.00. - Sibling discount: 10% tuition discount when a sibling also attends. Billing schedule and payment terms - Domestic (non‑international) standard payment method: delivery of post‑dated cheques dated the 1st of each month covering the contract period (first cheque dated the contract submission date) or, upon approval by Finance, payment by e‑Transfer to finance@acadecap.org using the password acadecapfees. Payments by e‑Transfer are due by the 1st of each month. Tuition is typically allocated across the 10‑month school session unless an alternative schedule is specifically approved by Finance. A $50.00 surcharge applies to any dishonoured cheque; a 2% interest applies to late payments. Accounts in arrears may lead to interruption of student access until resolved. - International students: the school publishes a two‑payment schedule for full‑year international tuition (examples: amounts due on or before Aug 15 and Jan 15 as listed per programme). Certain international‑specific fees (Application, Family Membership, International Student Fee and Yearly Student Charge) must be paid in full together with the first tuition installment before an official Letter of Acceptance is issued. Tuition deadlines for late enrolments may require payment in full by an earlier date (specified in the enrolment terms). Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; there are no boarding fees. The school operates as a day micro‑school model and fees reflect day programmes and optional supervision services. Other costs and optional fees - Supervision (before/after school) options and costs vary by programme: - PYP Next optional supervision: Option A (a.m. and p.m.) $3,105.00/year ($1,035.00/trimester); Option B (a.m. or p.m.) $1,552.50/year ($517.50/trimester). - PSSP supervision: Option A (a.m. and p.m.) $975.00/year ($325.00/trimester); Option B (a.m. or p.m.) $487.50/year ($162.50/trimester). Drop‑ins before 8:30 am or after 4:30 pm are subject to a $25 fee; late pick‑up after 5:30 pm is $25 per incident. Supervision fees are non‑refundable. - Special programmes (non‑refundable unless specifically stated): - ESL/FSL Sheltering and Support Programme: $4,250.00 per year. - SMILE (Systematic Multisensory Intensive Literacy Education) programme: $4,250.00 per year. - Classroom Individualized Support (CIS): $9,500.00 per year; if one‑to‑one specialist support is required, an additional hourly rate of $40.00 applies. - Meals: students Grade 1 and up may participate in the lunch programme (external caterer) with payments made to the caterer; Monday pizza lunch options and other meal programmes are charged separately as published. The cost of uniforms is the family's responsibility. Additional optional activity fees (water polo, ski lessons/lift, out‑of‑school sport trips, end‑of‑year trips, transportation not tied to a unit of inquiry, and certain enrichment activities) may apply. Refund and withdrawal terms - Commitment: enrolment indicates commitment for the full academic year; staffing and other commitments are made for the full 10‑month period and parents/guardians are liable for the account balance from the date specified in the enrolment contract. Written notice of withdrawal is required (30 days). - Voluntary withdrawal, expulsion for cause, or irreconcilable disagreement occurring before 11:59 pm on June 30: the school retains 25% of the total tuition fees and any other contracted services; any refund due will be processed on the date published in the admissions schedule. Written notice of withdrawal is mandatory to qualify for any refund. - Withdrawal, expulsion or termination after 12:00 am on July 1: the school is entitled to the total tuition fees payable (no refund). The Board may, at its discretion, approve an installment plan or, in compassionate circumstances, reduce or eliminate the non‑refundable portion. Fee payment options (accepted methods and penalties) - Accepted payment methods stated in the school's fee policies: post‑dated cheques (dated the 1st of each month) or e‑Transfer to finance@acadecap.org using the password acadecapfees (e‑Transfer requires Finance approval in some cases). International payment schedules generally use two installments with specified due dates. No routine credit‑card payment option is listed in the published fee documents. A $50.00 fee is charged for any dishonoured cheque; 2% interest applies to late payments. Accounts in arrears may result in interruption of access to the school's programmes.	Fee details Application and registration fees - CAD 500 per new student — dossier (application) fee, payable at receipt of the application. - CAD 1,000 per new family — one-time family registration fee, payable at final registration; not deductible from annual tuition and non‑refundable. - CAD 1,000 per child — deposit at registration or re‑registration that reserves a place; non‑refundable but deductible from the annual tuition. For re‑registration this deposit is due by the date specified (example: prior-year schedule shows a re‑registration deposit due by January 15). Tuition fees (2026–2027) — breakdown per year group and per installment (amounts in CAD) Note: amounts shown are the annual tuition and how that annual total is collected: deposit at registration, a first payment due before August 16, 2026, then five equal installment payments (each installment listed below). - Preschool (Tarif unique Maternelle — PS, MS, GS): - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment (due before Aug 16, 2026): CAD 2,000. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 2,100. - Annual tuition total: CAD 13,500. - Elementary (CP – CM2), 1st child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment (due before Aug 16, 2026): CAD 2,100. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 1,900. - Annual tuition total: CAD 12,600. - Elementary (CP – CM2), 2nd child (sibling discount): - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,600. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 1,900. - Annual tuition total: CAD 12,100. - Elementary (CP – CM2), 3rd child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,600. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 1,800. - Annual tuition total: CAD 11,600. - Elementary (CP – CM2), 4th child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,600. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 1,400. - Annual tuition total: CAD 9,600. - Middle school (6ème – 5ème – 4ème), 1st child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 2,300. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 2,200. - Annual tuition total: CAD 14,300. - Middle school (6ème – 5ème – 4ème), 2nd child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,800. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 2,200. - Annual tuition total: CAD 13,800. - Middle school (6ème – 5ème – 4ème), 3rd child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,800. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 2,100. - Annual tuition total: CAD 13,300. - Middle school (6ème – 5ème – 4ème), 4th child: - Deposit at registration: CAD 1,000. - First payment: CAD 1,800. - Five equal installments (each): CAD 2,200. - Annual tuition total: CAD 12,800. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is collected in seven payments: the registration deposit, a payment due before August 16, 2026, then five installment payments due on 1 September, 1 November 2026, 1 January, 1 March and 1 May 2027. - Services optionnels (service de garde, repas chaud, activités périscolaires) are billed and payable in five installments with due dates: 1 September, 1 November, 1 January, 1 March and 1 May. - Absences temporary or partial do not qualify for tuition reimbursement; fees are not reduced for temporary absences. - Late payments incur an additional charge of 2% for any installment unpaid 10 calendar days after the due date. Consequences for non‑payment include withholding of the student's report card and possible use of a collection agency. Optional services and extracurricular fees (annual amounts in CAD) - Supervised before/after‑school care and study: - Before school (Mon–Fri, 07:30): CAD 1,040 per year. - After school (Mon–Thu, 15:30–17:30): CAD 2,100 per year. - After school (Fridays, 13:00–17:30): CAD 1,200 per year. - Hot meals (including a snack for PS where indicated): - Monday–Thursday (MS – 4e): CAD 1,250 per year. - Monday–Thursday (PS, mandatory): CAD 1,450 per year. - Friday (MS – 4e): CAD 320 per year. - Friday (PS, mandatory): CAD 370 per year. - Extracurricular activities (annual fees vary by activity and grade level; examples listed): piano, classical dance, gymnastics, visual arts, folkloric dance, soccer, robotics, choir, guitar, violin, chess, ping‑pong, Spanish, Mandarin. Listed activity fees are generally in the range CAD 820 to CAD 1,080 per year depending on the activity and student level. Exact activity fees are identified per activity on the school fee schedule. Other costs - Manuels scolaires (textbooks), school supplies, student account charges and any certification/homologation fees are not included in the tuition; these costs are invoiced and payable at the start of the school year (together with the first August payment). The uniform is purchased separately from the supplier TopMarks and paid by parents at the time of order. - Administrative charges: CAD 20 for requests for documents already issued (tax receipts, report cards, attestations, etc.). Arrival/departure tardiness charges: CAD 5 per family for the first delay within the first five minutes after the scheduled time, then CAD 1 per minute for each subsequent minute. - Tax receipts for eligible fees are issued (receipt schedule described in the school financial regulation). Refunds and withdrawal policy - Registration deposits, application (dossier) fees and the one‑time family registration fee are non‑refundable. The registration deposit is deductible from the annual tuition. - For withdrawal during the school year, parents must submit a written notice to administration. Any withdrawal triggers charges corresponding to the August installment, the full cost of school materials, tuition for the month of withdrawal and preceding months, and the tuition for the month following the withdrawal; the full outstanding invoice must be settled before a student departs. - Refund of pre‑paid tuition (after deducting the deposit, dossier fee and family registration fee) follows this schedule: refunds of 25% of the paid tuition are available if withdrawal occurs between August 15 and August 30 preceding the school year; no refund is issued for withdrawals after August 30. This refund policy also applies if the school initiates the withdrawal. Refunds are issued to the person who made the payment. Boarding / Residential provision - Boarding is not offered; no boarding fees are listed in the school's 2026–2027 financial documents. Fee payment options - Online payment service (Plastiq) is accepted for tuition payments. Bank transfer is accepted as an alternative method. Invoices and account statements are issued electronically. Optional services follow the five‑installment schedule.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Formal AcadeCap attire is worn on Mondays, during school outings, and for special events. Casual AcadeCap attire is worn for the remainder of the week, with a designated sports uniform for physical education classes. A full rain gear set (waterproof boots, jacket, and pants) is required.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Nutritious hot meals are prepared by a Cordon Bleu chef and offered through a hot meals program (Dial-a-Chef) from Tuesday through Friday. Dial-a-Chef accommodates allergies and religious dietary requests.	Food options Hot lunch program is available with downloadable menus. Nutritive snack is offered, described as a small, energy-boosting meal that should be satisfying, low in refined sugar and fats, and rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Founding Director: Lucie Lalonde.	Governance and ownership AEFE-certified Catholic private French school in Ottawa. Governance is provided by a School Council and a Parents' Committee representing families; the Parents' Committee supports school activities and volunteers for supervision, lunchtime help, field trips, school events and fundraising. The school is associated with Sœurs Antonines Canada.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school uses competency-based curricula and offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).	Curriculum details The program complies with the Ontario Ministry of Education requirements and integrates the French Ministry of Education programs, applying the Sisters Antonines' personalized and communal pedagogy with Montessori principles in a structured, intercultural environment. The pedagogical approach respects each student's pace and learning style to foster autonomy and self-esteem. Providence Academy is the only French-language Catholic private school in Ontario to offer such a program. The Kindergarten program runs from 2 years 4 months to 5 years; Primary and Intermediate serves ages 6 to 13, with an enriched curriculum. The language program is trilingual: French and English are taught as first languages, with a third language offered as a second language—Arabic starting in Moyenne Section (age 4) and Spanish or Mandarin starting in CP or Grade 1.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes with a low student-to-teacher ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Post-secondary progression includes admittance to programs and universities and to colleges of choice with scholarships, based on mastery of Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) course content.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented We shape our approach around each student's exceptionality with differentiated learning experiences to help students reach their full potential.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school supports social and emotional learning through Body and Mind. The IB PYP PSPE course helps children maintain a healthy and social lifestyle, with explicit teaching about relationships and how we interact with others. Jiu Jitsu classes foster focus, discipline, emotional regulation, and social‑emotional development by promoting respect, resilience, and self‑control. The school's values—Inclusion, Differentiation, Rigour, and International Kindness—nurture empathy, respect, and collaboration across ages.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters social and emotional learning through a culture of responsibility, respect, civility, and academic excellence. Bullying is defined, and when it occurs, the student involved and the witnesses are interviewed, parents are called, and an intervention plan is established. Conflict resolution is guided by staff; conflicts are resolved peacefully with the involvement of responsible adults. The school provides resources in the school and community for health, mental health, and addiction-related questions. The policy emphasizes safety, mutual respect, and the right to seek help from teachers or administrators.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school recognizes exceptionalities and supports students with gifts and learning differences, including giftedness, dyslexia, and ASD. Differentiated instruction adapts the environment, programmes, and activities to individual abilities so that concepts and core competencies are mastered. Targeted supports are described for learners on the autism spectrum, ESL/FLS learners, visually impaired or blind learners, fine‑motor differences, and mobility needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The ESL and/or FLS Learner receives tailored support in English and/or French as a second language, focusing on academic success, integration into the new environment, and navigating different cultures.	English as an additional language The curriculum is trilingual: French and English are taught as first languages, with an international language (Arabic, Spanish, or Mandarin) taught as a second language. English is taught from the first year of the Primary Cycle; Arabic starts in KG1 for Arabic-speaking students, with Spanish or Mandarin available for non-speaking Arabic students. The school communicates with parents in English or Arabic. The school is AEFE-certified and offers a trilingual program across the early and upper grades.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing PSPE links physical health with mental wellbeing by teaching healthy lifestyles, teamwork, empathy, and resilience. Outdoor learning spaces provide daily opportunities for exploration and collaboration, while activities such as Jiu Jitsu contribute to emotional regulation, focus, and self‑control.	Mental wellbeing The health education program addresses mental health as part of overall well-being, explaining factors that influence attitudes and behaviors and how to recognize and manage mental health and stress. It covers the link between health, well-being, and other areas such as relationships and sexuality, and provides objective, science-based information to support healthy decisions. The program provides information about mental health resources in the school and community. It addresses harassment and safety as part of staying healthy, including strategies to reduce risks and to seek help when needed. It also promotes peaceful conflict resolution and supports students in coping with challenges to their mental and emotional well-being.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The school operates under a Code of Conduct rooted in its Catholic mission, emphasizing responsibility, respect, civility, and excellence in a safe learning environment. Staff undergo criminal background checks and are required to have current first aid/CPR training every two years. Medications are administered only with written parental authorization, and the school prohibits certain allergenic foods (nuts or peanut traces) to protect students. For incidents such as bullying or conflicts, there are defined procedures including staff interviews, parental involvement, and an intervention plan. Students are encouraged to seek help from teachers or administrators for safety concerns.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The NCC Heritage Farm House, at 3448 Richmond Road, is AcadeCap's new campus. It is designed to be inviting, stimulating, and capable of provoking curiosity, problem-solving, and discovery. The learning environment supports indoor and outdoor discovery and collaboration across ages. The campus includes a STEM Maker Lab, a Media and Visual Art Workspace, a Music Room, and a Martial Arts Dojo, all set within ample treed green space with biking and hiking nature trails and a sports field.	Facilities overview The building includes classrooms, a gymnasium, a resource room, a computer lab, and an art room. Students have access to a cafeteria and a secure, well-equipped playground. Since 2006, Académie Providence has operated in the current building. The school is a private Catholic French-language institution in Ottawa. The facilities support both academic learning and creative expression.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Facilities for physical activity include a Martial Arts Dojo and a sports field on campus. The campus sits in a tree-lined area with access to nature trails for outdoor activity.	Sports facilities The school has a gymnasium for physical education and indoor activities. The playground is secure and well-equipped for outdoor activities. The spaces support safe, active play and organized sports.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus features a STEM Maker Lab, a Media and Visual Art Workspace, a Music Room, and a Martial Arts Dojo. A language and arts program includes Visual Art, Media Art, Music, and Drama, with options for third language study. In the IB PYP, instruction is delivered in French and English, with both languages as primary. An annual musical theatre production showcases student artistry.	Academic facilities The building includes classrooms, a resource room, a computer lab, and an art room. These spaces support daily instruction across subjects. The resource room provides targeted support and materials for diverse learners. The computer lab enables digital literacy and technology-assisted learning. The art room supports creativity within the curriculum.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities After-school clubs include chess, Dungeons & Dragons, sewing, fine arts or media art, and coding. Noon-hour clubs include Natural History, outdoor activities and sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, lacrosse, soccer, and more, with AcadeMUN also offered. Extended Learning provides outings and travel as experiential extensions to the curriculum, and DELF preparation is available. The school runs eight-week bilingual i.S.T.E.A.M. summer camps: AcadeCamp Kinders, AcadeCamp, AcadeCoders Jr., and AcadeCoders, with a 9:00–4:00 daily schedule and optional before/after care.	Extra curricular facilities After-school activities occur once a week in the afternoon, from the second week of September through May 31, 2026. Activities include: Piano (five days per week) for MS and up; Classical Dance; Gymnastics; Visual Art; Folk Dance; Soccer; Robotics; Chorus; Guitar; Violin; Chess; Table Tennis; Spanish; Mandarin.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Académie de la Capitale was founded in 1998 to provide internationally recognized education for all learners, including those with exceptionalities such as giftedness, dyslexia, and ASD. In 2008, the school relocated to 1010 Morrison Drive, Suite 200, Ottawa, introducing an i STEAM Maker Lab and an open-concept, multi-age layout to foster collaboration across ages. In 2024, the school moved to 3448 Richmond Road, Ottawa, to the NCC Heritage Farm House campus designed for purposeful dynamic learning in a micro-school setting. Académie de la Capitale provides a rigorous, tailored bilingual and/or English education from JK to Grade 12, with IB PYP inquiry-based learning across i STEAM, Visual and Performing Arts, the Humanities, International Languages and PSPE, and a 3-tier 21st Century Learning Curriculum implemented from Grade 7 to 12. Founding Director is Ms. Lucie Lalonde, who has 27+ years in leadership and 45+ years in teaching, and the leadership team includes Dr. Bruno Riel as Academic Advisor, IB PYP Coordinator Daniella Jacques, and Admission and Community Liaison Kara Jenkins.	History The Providence Academy (Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines) is a nonprofit organization under the Congregation of the Antonine Sisters Canada. It began operations in September 2003 at 339 Wilbrod Street in Sandy Hill, Ottawa, as a private Catholic French-language school for girls and boys. The school is homologated by the French Ministry of Education and affiliated with the AEFE network. A blessing ceremony for the groundbreaking occurred on May 25, 2005 near the Providence Daycare at 998 Frances Street, Ottawa, and the 2005–2006 school year was a transitional year. Since the 2006–2007 school year, the academy has operated in its current building, which includes classrooms, a gym, a resource room, a computer lab, a science lab, and an arts room, plus a cafeteria and a secure playground; in 2008 there was a blessing of Providence Academy and the unveiling of its acknowledgement board.
Community	Community The school's values are Inclusion, Differentiation, Rigour, and International Kindness, guiding interactions across ages and cultures. The NCC Heritage Farm House campus at 3448 Richmond Road features a STEM Maker Lab, a Media and Visual Art Workspace, a Music Room and a Martial Arts Dojo, with ample green space, biking and hiking trails, and sports fields to support diverse activities. Open House events invite families to learn about Ottawa's bilingual IB PYP and Ontario Secondary School Diploma pathways, including an Open House on March 21, 2026, along with events like a Science Fair in Action and Orange Shirt Day reflecting Truth and Reconciliation. The school emphasizes learning as a community effort, describing collaboration among alumni, students, coders, teachers and administrators in its ongoing initiatives.	Community Open House events (Portes Ouvertes) invite families to learn about programs and extracurriculars and to tour the school. Open House 2026 features individual family tours on January 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM and March 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM. The events calendar also lists activities such as a Science Fair (Foire scientifique) and Thanksgiving celebrations (Action de grâce), reflecting an active school life. These events provide opportunities to meet staff and learn about the school environment.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The school has a Parents' Committee and encourages parental participation in school life. The Parents' Committee supports involvement in school life and helps represent parent perspectives. The school describes itself as a Christian school that nourishes the children's faith in Jesus Christ, and notes the trilingual program with French and English as first languages and Arabic or another international language as a second language. The blue color and three columns of the emblem reference the Antonine Tau and the school's trilingual identity. The academy is a nonprofit organization under the Sœurs Antonines Canada.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual AcadeCap delivers a bilingual International Baccalaureate framework beginning in the Primary Years Programme (PYP), conducted in French and English. The PSSP (Grades 7–8) is offered either in English only or with about 40% French instruction, reflecting a transitional bilingual model. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is delivered in English for Grades 9–12, with the option to earn a French Immersion Certificate. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning and differentiation, connected with iSTEAM to integrate STEM, arts, languages, and social studies through IB units.	Academic & intellectual The school offers an enriched academic program that meets the Ontario Ministry of Education requirements and integrates the French Ministry of Education program. It is inspired by the Sisters Antonines' educational philosophy, combining a personalized and communal approach with Montessori principles in a structured, intercultural environment. The instructional approach respects each student's pace and learning style to foster autonomy and self-esteem. The Providence Academy is the only private Catholic French-language school in Ontario to offer such a program.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative An arts program includes Visual Art, Media Art, Music, and Drama integrated with the IB PYP and PSSP. Students participate in drama activities such as play writing, improv, storytelling, public speaking, and have opportunities to perform in school events. There is an annual musical theatre production and a Vernissage showcasing student artwork. Music instruction includes violin and keyboard in group settings and ensemble performances, supporting creative expression and collaboration.	Arts & creative The school hosts a yearly Foire scientifique (Science Fair) exploring science, visual arts, and information technology. The 2024 fair featured a range of domains and demonstrated students' science processes, with workshops and oral presentations. The event involved teachers of science, visual arts, and IT, and showcased students' artistic and linguistic skills.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language French and English are used as languages of instruction in the IB PYP, with third language options available (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, German, Polish, or Arabic) depending on demand; DELF examinations can be prepared for by students. The PSSP includes English instruction with possible French instruction, and the OSSD is delivered in English with a French Immersion Certificate option. The school celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity within its community.	Cultural & language Axe 4 values cultural heritage and international openness. The school aims to help students discover their own heritage and the world's cultural diversity, and to develop intercultural understanding. The framework is guided by UNESCO's view that cultural diversity is a strength essential to development.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Sports and outdoor learning are central to student life, with an Athletik program and opportunities for basketball, soccer, and ultimate frisbee, as well as cross-country skiing and hiking in the surrounding environment. The Body and Mind program includes Jiu-Jitsu for Kindergarten through Grade 8, building physical strength, focus, discipline, and social-emotional skills. Outdoor learning spaces, including a treed green-space used as a living classroom, support creative problem-solving and collaborative play.	Social & hobbies The school fosters a sense of community and belonging through active parent involvement and governance. A Parents Committee and a school Council support collaboration among families, staff and administration, with volunteers assisting during lunchtime, field trips and school events. The school life structure encourages social connection and shared interests across families.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The mission emphasizes human dignity, benevolence, respect, tolerance, sharing and solidarity. The project aims to unite the energies of all actors to create a cooperative, international-minded community. Parent involvement and school events support community engagement and service-oriented actions.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school is led by Founding Director Lucie Lalonde, who has 25+ years in leadership and 45+ years in teaching. The Academic Advisor is Dr. Bruno Riel, with 25+ years in teaching and 18+ years in leadership roles. The IB PYP Coordinator is Daniella Jacques, an AcadeCap alumna with 6+ years in leadership, and the Admissions and Community Liaison is Kara Jenkins with 14+ years in administration. The campus leadership team includes experienced educators who guide the IB PYP, pre-secondary, and OSSD programmes.	Leadership & professional Axe 3 prioritizes leadership development and responsible citizenship. Students learn to discern choices, take initiative, and cooperate, while media literacy and information literacy help them become responsible, critically thinking citizens. The framework emphasizes developing leadership, initiative and a sense of community belonging.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Personal, social, and physical education (PSPE) is integrated across the IB PYP and senior programs to promote a healthy, active lifestyle and positive relationships. Dynamic physical activities include fitness conditioning, yoga-inspired training, Jiu-Jitsu, basketball, soccer, and track and field, with integrated nutrition education. Outdoor learning spaces serve as living classrooms, offering nature-based exploration and opportunities for teamwork, resilience, and leadership in both indoor and outdoor settings.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Language of instruction in IB PYP is French and English, with both languages considered primary. A third language is offered from Grade 1 onward (primarily Spanish, with options including Mandarin, Cantonese, German, Polish, or Arabic, depending on demand and teacher availability). The PSSP (Grades 7–8) is offered in English only or with 40% French instruction, reflecting a transitional bilingual education model. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is delivered in English with the option to earn a French Immersion Certificate; DELF examinations can be prepared for starting in Grade 3.	Language provision French is the language of instruction and communication. English is taught as a first language starting in Grade 1. Arabic is taught as an international language starting from Kindergarten (age 4). Communication with parents may occur in English or Arabic on occasion.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and French, with both languages treated as primary languages.	Bilingual teaching French-language instruction; English and Arabic taught as additional languages.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The program is trilingual, with French and English taught as first languages and Arabic taught as the international language (second language).
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Attend a Campus Tour or an Open House. Request a school tour or attend a scheduled Open House to explore our facilities and meet our educators. This is an opportunity for prospective students and parents to experience our micro school environment. Start the Application & Schedule a Visit Day. Request the application documentation, complete it and schedule a day of visit for your child. Participate in an Interview. After obtaining feedback on the visit day, an interview with our team will be scheduled to review the visit day observation and assessment, discuss your child, collect additional information, and answer any questions. Review & Decision. The admissions committee will review your application, the visit day assessment and admissions interview. You will be notified of the decision by the specified deadline. Proceed with Enrollment. Upon receiving letter of acceptance, complete the enrollment contract. Receive details on school year logistics and the start date for your child.	Admissions 1. Age of entry. Maternelle 2 years 4 months; TPS: must have reached 2 years 7 months before December 31 of the entry year. Kindergarten 3 years: age 3 by December 31 of the entry year. Kindergarten 4 years: age 4 by December 31 of the entry year. Preschool 5 years: age 5 before December 31 of the entry year. Primary 1: age 6 by December 31 of the entry year. These age requirements determine placement for the upcoming school year. 2. Primary entrance examination. An entrance examination is required for entry into Primary and tests knowledge in French, English and mathematics. It is held in the second half of March. 3. Kindergarten entry. An interview with the child is conducted before registration for Kindergarten. The interview verifies the child's understanding and expression in French. The interview forms part of the registration process. 4. Admission forms. Registration forms can be completed online by submitting the application. Applications begin December 1st of each year. After December 15, registrations are accepted according to availability. The process also requires submission of documents as part of the online application. 5. Admission forms downloads. Admission forms are downloadable: Registration Form 2026-2027 and Re-registration Form 2026-2027. Complete and submit the forms as part of the application process. 6. Important school forms. Important school forms are available for download: Guide for Parents, School and Gym Uniforms, and Optional Annual Services.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships: The Overall Academic Achievement awards include a tuition scholarship for the following year. The Transcending Borders award and the Founding Director's Award also confer tuition scholarships.	Scholarships —
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