Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines vs Lycée Claudel

	A Académie Providence Sœurs Antonines Ottawa, Canada	L Lycée Claudel Ottawa, Canada
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CA$12,600 - 14,300	Fees / year CA$13,746 - 17,661
Age range	Age range 2 - 13 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, French Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 20	Pupils 1,000
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language French	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 2003	Opened 1962
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; 1635 Riverside Drive
Stages	Stages Preschool and Kindergarten; Primary and Intermediate.	Stages Maternelle (preschool); Elementary; College; Lycée
School type	School type Catholic private French-language school in Ottawa with a trilingual program.	School type French-language international school affiliated with the AEFE network (Agency for French Education Abroad)
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with France through the AEFE network (AEFE-certified).	Country affiliation France
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Catholic.	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	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.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details School bus service operates for Moyenne Section (MS) and above. Three routes: North Line (Gatineau), East Line (Orléans), West Line (Kanata). Switzer CARTY Transportation operates the service. Registration via COBA portal. Real-time tracking with EZ Parent app.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Application / file-opening fees and initial registration - File opening fee (application): CAD 310 per child. - One-time single rate for new families (new-family fee): CAD 2,000 per family. - Registration deposit / amount payable at registration: CAD 1,200 per child (payable June 1 for re-enrolling students and payable at registration for new students). Tuition — Maternelle (flat rate) - Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child. - Option A — Three installments: three payments of CAD 5,100 (due September, December and March). - Option B — Monthly payments: CAD 1,700 per month (September through May; 9 monthly payments). - Total annual tuition (all-inclusive of the above installments): CAD 16,500. Tuition — Elementary (CP to CM2) — per child, by family rank - Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child. - Elder (first) child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,971 per installment (Sept, Dec, March). - Monthly option: CAD 1,657 per month (September–May). - Total annual tuition: CAD 16,113. - Second child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,710 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,570 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 15,330. - Third child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,446 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,482 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 14,538. - Fourth child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,182 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,394 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 13,746. Tuition — Collège (6e to 3e) — per child, by family rank - Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child. - Elder (first) child: - Three-installment option: CAD 5,268 per installment (Sept, Dec, March). - Monthly option: CAD 1,756 per month (September–May). - Total annual tuition: CAD 17,004. - Second child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,992 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,664 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 16,176. - Third child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,710 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,570 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 15,330. - Fourth child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,425 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,475 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 14,475. Tuition — Lycée (2nde to Terminale) — per child, by family rank - Registration deposit: CAD 1,200 per child. - Elder (first) child: - Three-installment option: CAD 5,487 per installment (Sept, Dec, March). - Monthly option: CAD 1,829 per month (September–May). - Total annual tuition: CAD 17,661. - Second child: - Three-installment option: CAD 5,220 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,740 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 16,860. - Third child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,911 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,637 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 15,933. - Fourth child: - Three-installment option: CAD 4,617 per installment. - Monthly option: CAD 1,539 per month. - Total annual tuition: CAD 15,051. Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration deposit (CAD 1,200 per child) is payable upon registration for new students and is due June 1 for re-enrolling students. - Installment option: three payments with due months specified as September, December and March. - Monthly option: nine monthly payments from September through May. - Accounts Receivable is handled by the school's finance office (Accounts Receivable contact: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org). Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a service with a published fee structure; there are no boarding fees included in the school's tuition schedule. Other costs and fees (not included in tuition) - Investment fund for the improvement of the living environment: CAD 750 per family per year. - Additional one-time or recurring costs not included in the quoted tuition sums: textbooks, extracurricular activities, registration/enrolment fees for specific services, daycare, school meals and school transport (each billed separately when applicable). Refund information - A general refund schedule or broad refund policy is not published within the school's published tuition schedule. Specific cases are managed by the administration and by the Accounts Receivable office. Contact: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org. Fee payment options and contacts - The school's Accounts Receivable office handles billing and payment arrangements; email: comptesarecevoir@claudel.org. - The tuition schedule and the instalment/monthly billing structure above are the school's stated payment arrangements; the Accounts Receivable office can confirm acceptable payment mechanisms (bank transfer, cheque, credit card or other) and provide instructions for remittance.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	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.	Food options Aramark provides school catering at Lycée Claudel. Packages include annual, 50 meals, or 90 meals, with a rechargeable prepaid Resto card for students in 3rd grade and above. The CP–Terminale menu includes a hot main course served with vegetables and three of the following: side salad, soup of the day, bread and butter, beverage or dessert of the day. Prices: CP–Terminale 50 full meal plan: 463.50; 90 full meal plan: 811.13; Annual plan (180 meals): 1,436.85. The Maternelle meal package for Moyenne and Grande Sections de Maternelle includes a hot main course with vegetables and side dishes, dessert of the day, fruit or yogurt, one drink (milk or fruit juice 60% less sweet), and two snacks. Prices: Moyenne et Grande Sections: 50 full meal plan: 491.83; 90-meal plan: 857.48; Annual plan (180 meals): 1,594.44. PS (Petite Section) annual plan (180 meals): 1,506.17. The online rechargeable prepaid Resto card, available for students in 3rd grade and above, gives greater autonomy in choosing from the full range of food products. Quick and easy online registration is available at aramarkenligne.ca or in person with Aramark staff on a specified date; contact Aramark at 613-733-8522 ext. 675 or raymond-louise@aramark.ca.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	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.	Governance and ownership The school is affiliated with AEFE, the Agency for French Education Abroad, a network of French international schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details Senior high school follows the French Baccalaureate from Seconde to Terminale. Students prepare for the French baccalauréat exams; from Seconde, they can choose up to two complementary options; in Première, they select three specialties and may add two options; in Terminale, they deepen two of the three specialties chosen in Première and may choose up to three options (Latin, Audiovisual Cinema, Complementary Maths or Expert Maths). Lycée Claudel offers nine specializations within the baccalaureate, including HGGSP, HLP, SES, Cinéma audiovisuel, Numérique et sciences informatiques (NSI), Physiques-Chimie (SPC), Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre (SVT), and Mathématiques. The International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is available as a specialization within the Baccalaureate and combines advanced English and North American content; it is designed for students aiming at North American universities. English, Spanish and Latin are offered as language courses as part of a multilingual education that opens up beyond the French-speaking world; orientation sessions help students align their profiles with their chosen university programs.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Average class size: 23 students per class.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results French Baccalauréat général results (2015–2025): Nb of candidates and pass rate by year were 2015: 73 candidates, 73 passed (100%); 2016: 58 candidates, 58 passed (100%); 2017: 62 candidates, 62 passed (100%); 2018: 62 candidates, 59 passed (95%); 2019: 67 candidates, 67 passed (100%); 2020: 65 candidates, 65 passed (100%); 2021: 74 candidates, 74 passed (100%); 2022: 70 candidates, 69 passed (99%); 2023: 60 candidates, 60 passed (99%); 2024: 78 candidates, 78 passed (100%); 2025: 68 candidates, 68 passed (100%). Distinctions data are also published alongside these figures.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at reputable universities worldwide; the BFI option is designed to facilitate admission to North American universities, with many English-speaking Canadian universities (e.g., Concordia, UBC) accepting the BFI as evidence of English proficiency. Orientation services support post-secondary planning, including guidance for studies in France, Canada, and beyond; students have access to MyBlueprint for education planning from Seconde onwards.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Advanced math options are available: Maths complémentaires and Maths expertes; NSI (Numérique et sciences informatiques) and other advanced track options support higher-level study within the baccalaureate.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	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.	Social & emotional learning The school includes citizenship education as part of the student's overall educational project. It teaches republican values and secularism. The school maintains a zero-tolerance policy for racism, antisemitism, and homophobia and actively prevents harassment. It fosters an engagement culture across all grades, integrating school life, after-school activities, and the democratic and social aspects of academic life. Health education is emphasised with protection and prevention at the core; in primary school we teach basic hygiene, the benefits of relaxation, and respect, while in secondary school we cover sexual education, addiction prevention, and healthy management of stress and emotions. Listening to the needs of our students and providing personalized action plans with individualized support are central to our approach, including for students with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or other learning needs.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) We listen to the needs of our students and create personalized action plans for each child, providing an individually adapted education. We identify and support students with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, chronic illnesses, or food intolerances, and we implement specialized educational devices and arrangements to address their needs. We offer personalized projects and one-on-one support to foster independence. We provide accommodations to ensure participation in all aspects of school life. We maintain an inclusive school environment that supports all learners.
English as an additional language	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.	English as an additional language English is reinforced for all students, with English taught as a core language of instruction and communication. The program offers reinforced instruction in English to all our students as well as a program in the American International Section starting in CP for all students and in 6th grade for native speakers or those who have a strong level of English. The English program helps students connect with Canadian culture and history. In addition, a third language begins in 6th grade and a fourth language from entry to Lycée Claudel, broadening students' linguistic options.
Mental wellbeing	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.	Mental wellbeing The school places a strong emphasis on health education and student wellbeing, guided by protection and prevention. In primary school, students learn basic hygiene, the benefits of relaxation, and respect; in secondary school they study sexual education, addiction prevention, and healthy management of stress and emotions. The Health Centre provides first aid, confidential listening, and personal health monitoring in collaboration with parents and staff. We encourage health education and support student wellbeing across all grades.
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 The school has a zero-tolerance policy for racism, antisemitism, and homophobia and is committed to preventing harassment and promoting equality. Anti-bullying initiatives are in place, including campaigns like Non à l'intimidation. The Health Centre provides confidential care and rapid response to health concerns and risks, supporting safeguarding across the school community. Safeguarding is embedded in citizenship education and daily school life to protect all students.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview The school has a Health Centre on the second floor with a treatment room and a rest room, open to all students from Maternelle to Terminale. The Lycée Claudel Library (CDI) welcomes students from PS to Terminale and is supported by two librarians who help with reading selections and organise exhibitions and competitions. The campus provides on-site facilities to support learning and wellbeing, including library access and health services. The scientific pole includes four laboratories fully equipped with professional equipment and a digital science and technology room to support practical science work.
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities The PE program offers a broad range of sports including basketball, soccer, badminton, volleyball, gymnastics, dance and creative arts, athletics, swimming, ice skating, STEP, table tennis and circus arts. The Sports Association also offers additional activities such as badminton, soccer, basketball, volleyball, circus arts and gymnastic acrobatics for middle and high school students.
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities Life and Earth Sciences SVT is taught in an adapted environment equipped with laboratory material and computers on each table with various software and digital tools. The scientific pole includes four laboratories fully equipped with professional equipment and a digital science and technology room to support science education.
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are a source of well-being and an important vehicle for the development of children's physical and mental health. They allow students to discover and develop talents, socialize and contribute to academic success. Languages include Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish across grade levels. Arts and culture offerings include Plastic Arts, theatre and writing clubs, music and dance, and various workshops. Music includes private lessons and group lessons in instruments such as cello, piano and violin, and an orchestra and choir are available. Coding and robotics include Scratch Jr, 3D design and LEGO robotics, while science clubs cover topics in science and mathematics. The Sports Association provides additional options such as basketball, volleyball and other team sports.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History Lycée Claudel began as Cours Claudel in September 1962 in downtown Ottawa. After several relocations, the school moved permanently to 1635 Riverside Drive in 1972. The first graduate class left in 1974 and the institution became Ottawa's Lycée Claudel. The school is affiliated with the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) and was established with the help of the French Embassy to follow the French public education system within Ontario.
Community	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.	Community Student Life is organised under a Student Life Pole led by a director, with a Primary Coordinator and a Secondary Coordinator, supported by student life assistants, supervisors, and a health centre. The Pole's main missions are to promote student integration, establish a calm school climate, monitor attendance, and animate student life through elections, training of delegates, and events. Lycée Claudel runs main projects such as the Peer Mediation Program and the Council for Secondary School Life (CVCL), which provide student leadership, conflict resolution, and opportunities to organize activities and cultural events.
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.	Parent teacher association APELC is Lycée Claudel's parents association. The School Council brings together students, parents, teachers and administrators to advise on the educational and pedagogical life of the school and meets four to five times a year. The Primary School Committee includes up to 15 elected parents, 15 primary school teachers, and administrative and life representatives; it votes on internal procedures, examines academic pacing, approves school projects, and provides organizational guidance on extracurricular activities, school hygiene, and safety. These bodies provide formal channels for parent involvement across the primary and secondary levels.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual The school has Coding and Robotics clubs (Lego Robotics, Robotics and Coding Club, 3D Design/Build/Code, Coding with Minecraft), science clubs (Little Veterinarian School, Little Medical School), and mathematics enrichment (Ontario Mathematics). These activities expand analytical thinking and problem-solving beyond the classroom. They provide hands-on experiences that complement academic study.
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative The school has a broad Arts program including Plastic Arts, RatatART Workshops, Eco-jewelry workshops, Stand-up Club, Theater Club, Writing workshops, Poetry Club, Music Hall Club, Sewing Club, Knitting Club, and Dance Discovery. Students can explore visual arts, performing arts, crafts, and creative writing. Activities often foster collaboration across disciplines and ages. Some activities link artistic practice with language learning.
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language The school has language offerings including Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, with related language clubs and learning opportunities. The school supports international experiences through ADN-AEFE exchanges. Language activities are integrated with culture and global awareness. These programs broaden students' intercultural understanding.
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies The school has Chess Club, Debating Club, Human Odyssey - Historical Research Club, Introduction to Finance, and various writing, poetry, and performance groups. These activities foster peer interaction, teamwork, and creative expression. They provide spaces for public speaking, critical thinking, and collaborative projects. Students engage in a range of hobby and social clubs across interests.
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.	Community & service The school has Sustainable Development initiatives and PAWtential Club: Animal Reading Support Workshops, which support community outreach and reading development. Students participate in service-oriented activities linked to environmental and social responsibility. These clubs encourage civic engagement and practical contribution to the community. Community-oriented projects are coordinated through the School Life structure.
Leadership & professional	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.	Leadership & professional The school has Debating Club and Introduction to Finance, which cultivate leadership and professional skills. Student life structures coordinate clubs and leadership opportunities to develop organization and teamwork. Participation in clubs and events provides opportunities for responsibility and project management. Responsible teamwork and communication are emphasized through coordinated activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school has a broad sports program including Basketball, Soccer, Judo, Fencing, Yoga, Circus, Floorball, Badminton, and Volleyball, plus Dance and other physical activities. These activities promote physical health and wellbeing and offer stress-relief through active participation. Wellness and physical fitness are supported as part of daily school life. Students engage in team and individual activities to maintain balance between academics and wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision French is the language of instruction and communication; the majority of students have French as their mother tongue. English is reinforced for all students, with an English program and an American International Section available from CP for all students and from grade 6 for stronger English speakers. A third language starts in grade 6 and a fourth language is offered from entry to Lycée, providing broad multilingual opportunities.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching French-language instruction; English and Arabic taught as additional languages.	Bilingual teaching French is the core language of instruction, provided in French by qualified teachers. English is reinforced for all students, with an American International Section starting in CP for all students and in grade 6 for native speakers or those with a strong level of English. A third language begins in grade 6 and a fourth language from entry to Lycée, broadening the linguistic offerings.
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).	Immersion programs French immersion is part of the school's language approach within a multilingual program that also emphasizes cultural exchange.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions 1. Fill out the admission request form. Submit your application via the Admission request link to open your file. Places are limited and priority is given to current families. Applications for 2026-2027 are accepted from October 1, 2025. 2. Send the documents. After the form is completed, send the following documents on the COBA portal: copy of birth certificate or family booklet; copies of the previous year's report cards mentioning the move to the next grade; copies of the current year's bulletins; school certificate (for students coming from a school approved by the French Ministry of National Education); for entry into Terminale, the marks of the early tests of Première. 3. Attend an introductory meeting. After the form has been completed and the documents sent, you will be contacted to schedule an introductory appointment during which your child will be invited to take the entrance exams. This evaluation indicates strengths and challenges to support integration. AEFE network or France students are exempt from the exam. 4. Finalize your registration. Once the exam has been successfully passed, a final nominative form is emailed to formalize your registration at Lycée Claudel. From this stage, the team will acquaint families with the services offered and the extracurricular activities that promote integration. 606.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Grants and financial aid are available. The Grants and financial aid page describes criteria and procedures. The scholarship program is open to children of French nationality, registered in the consular register, and enrolled in AEFE-approved schools. The seconde session of the 2025-2026 scholarship campaign is open; applications are due by October 16, 2025.
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