JPPS-Bialik

Canada, Côte Saint-luc

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, French

Fees CA$8,950 - 18,000

Ages 4 - 17 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1911

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)

Taught languages English, French, Hebrew

Typical class size 26

Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

JPPS-Bialik is a private, co-educational day school in Côte Saint‑Luc, Quebec, serving students from age 4 to 17. The school offers a bilingual English–French program and a kindergarten with French immersion, with English-language instruction from Kindergarten through Secondary 5 and a pathway to the MEQ diploma. JPPS-Bialik was formed by the historic JPPS and Bialik institutions and is noted as Canada's first Jewish day school to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP). The IB PYP is integrated with the MEQ curriculum and includes Judaic Studies, fostering inquiry-based, real-world learning across languages and cultures. Facilities include technology integrated across grades, a bilingual library, and resources such as iPads, Chromebooks, 3D printers, robotics, and Google Classroom. The school also features an extended day program, robust learner support, and extensive service hours of more than 5,000 per year through Chesed and community programs, alongside diverse sports and arts activities for students.

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6500 chemin Kildare, Côte Saint‑Luc, Quebec, H4W 3B8

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The Essentials

Location

6500 chemin Kildare, Côte Saint-Luc, Quebec H4W 3B8, Canada. The campus is in the Côte Saint-Luc area. The school serves students from kindergarten through secondary 5 as part of the JPPS-Bialik system.

Stages

K4 (Pre-K) through Secondary 5

Type

Private, co-educational day school

Additional learning support

Student Services uses a Response to Intervention (RTI) model with an experienced team led by the Director of Student Support Services, including an Intervention Specialist, Learning Strategist, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Orthopédagogue and a Family Life Educator for consultation as needed.

Country affiliation

Canada

Religious affiliation

Judaism

Bus service

Bus home option is available for students.

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Fees

Application fees and deposit

- A non‑refundable application (file‑processing) fee of USD 50 is required at the time of application. A USD 200 deposit is required; the deposit is applied to tuition for successful applicants and is returned if the school's offer of acceptance is declined.

Tuition fees by school year (annual amounts)

- K4 (Pre‑K): USD 8,950 per year.
- Kindergarten: USD 13,200 per year.
- Grades 1–6 (Elementary): USD 13,900 per year.
- Secondary I–V (High school): USD 18,000 per year.

Per‑term amounts and billing schedule

- The published figures above are annual tuition amounts. No public per‑term (per semester/term) breakdown or a detailed billing calendar is published with those figures; specific invoicing dates and installment amounts are provided to families in admission/registration documentation.

Payment terms and payment methods (what is documented)

- Application and deposit may be paid by Mastercard, VISA or by cheque as part of the application process. The application form lists these credit‑card and cheque options for the application fee and deposit.
- Uniforms and school store purchases are processed through the school store platform; the store is operated through an ecommerce platform that accepts standard card payments. Uniform items and required pieces are published in the school's uniform package.

Boarding fees

- JPPS‑Bialik is a day school (Kindergarten through Secondary/Grade 11) and does not operate a boarding program; no boarding fees apply.

Additional mandatory and common extra costs

- Books and classroom supplies: charged in addition to tuition when applicable.
- Uniforms: required; uniform lists and the uniform package are published and items are purchased through the school store. Expect separate charges for required uniform pieces.
- Transportation: costs for school bus or private transportation are additional when used.
- Extracurricular activities, clubs, sports and field trips: fees for ECAs, special programs and trips are charged in addition to tuition.
- Cafeteria meals: charged separately when used.
- Academic Support Program (ASP): the Academic Support program carries additional fees above regular tuition.
- International Baccalaureate (IBMYP) or certificate streams: participation may involve additional costs beyond standard tuition.
- Admissions testing fee for Secondary I applicants (Common Admission Test / CAT): the CAT test fee is payable directly to the testing provider and has been listed at about USD 80.48 (payable to the external test administrator).

Refund information (what is documented)

- The USD 200 deposit is refundable if the school's offer of acceptance is declined by the family; the USD 50 application fee is non‑refundable. No publicly posted, detailed tuition‑withdrawal refund schedule (pro‑rata refund table or dates) is published with the tuition figures.

Notes on how billing is delivered to families

- Annual tuition amounts are stated publicly; families receive specific billing and payment instructions (installment options, due dates, and any accepted online payment portals) as part of admissions and registration documentation. The school uses an online parent/store platform for purchases and communicates financial details directly to enrolled families.

Brief summary of available vs. unavailable items

- Available and stated here: application fee, deposit refundable condition, annual tuition amounts by year group, CAT test fee for Secondary I applicants, presence of uniforms and other typical additional fees, and documented application payment methods.
- Not publicly available in detail: a published per‑term (per semester) tuition breakdown, a public billing calendar with installment due dates, a full tuition‑withdrawal/refund schedule, and a complete itemized price list for uniforms and program‑specific fees (those are provided to families through admissions or the parent/store portals). The figures above use the latest published annual rates for the 2025–2026 academic year where 2026–2027 rates were not published.

Academics

Curriculum

JPPS is the first Jewish Day School in Canada to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). JPPS provides English-language instruction from kindergarten through secondary 5 and leads to the MEQ secondary leaving diploma. Bialik High School offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) in Secondary I through V. The school offers both English and French sections, with the Kindergarten class in French immersion. The IB programmes are integrated with the MEQ mandated curriculum and include Judaic Studies.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size is 26 students; each grade has one class.

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Admissions

Step 1 Contact Admissions and Visit. Prospective families can join JPPS In Action Days or schedule a tour with Carole Delouya, JPPS-Bialik Director of Admissions, at admissions@jppsbialik.ca. These visits provide opportunities to observe teachers and students in action. Step 2 Apply. Online applications are encouraged by the deadline, as space is limited. Open Apply forms can be found on the Admissions page or via the school's application platform. Deadline to Apply: Friday, November 14, 2025. Step 3 Family interview. After the application is received, families are invited to participate in a family interview for entry into K4; Grades 1–6: the Admissions Office will contact families to schedule an interview. Step 4 Student Classroom Visit. Grades 1–6: following the Family Interview, applicants are required to attend JPPS as a Student-For-A-Day. Step 5 Admissions. The Admissions Committee reviews the application after Steps 1–4. The process is selective and all applicants are considered in accordance with the school's mission, core values, and academic standards. All applications received prior to the deadline will be given equal consideration. Families will be notified of the Admissions Committee's recommendations in December 2025. Grades 1–6: admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis, with notification within ten school days following the completion of the admissions procedure. The school teaches in English from kindergarten to secondary 5, leading to the MEQ diploma.

Scholarships

Tuition and Financial Aid. CAPS Program: Managed by Federation CJA, the Generation Funds CAPS program sets a maximum tuition fee payable for eligible families. To validate eligibility, use the CAPS calculator. Application deadline for CAPS is December 19, 2025. New families must create an account and profile before applying. CAPS allocations are based on the 2024 Notice of Assessment; Federation CJA will contact accepted families with the amount of tuition assistance. JCAP Program: Tuition assistance for lower income families who do not qualify for CAPS; apply via the JCAP online platform by December 19, 2025; the financial profile should include the 2024 notices of assessments; decisions are expected in winter 2026. The programs are described on the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

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FAQs

Where is JPPS-Bialik located and what ages does it serve?

JPPS-Bialik is located at 6500 chemin Kildare, Côte Saint-Luc, Quebec H4W 3B8, Canada. It is a private, co-ed day school serving students from K4 (Pre-K) through Secondary 5, roughly ages 4 to 17.

What curriculum and language options does JPPS-Bialik offer, and what is the school type?

JPPS-Bialik is a private, co-educational day school offering English-language instruction from kindergarten through Secondary 5, leading to the MEQ diploma. The school also hosts Bialik High School with the IB MYP in Secondary I–V and provides both English and French sections, with Kindergarten in French immersion.

What are the tuition fees by year group and what other costs should families budget for?

Annual tuition is USD 8,950 for K4, USD 13,200 for Kindergarten, USD 13,900 for Grades 1–6, and USD 18,000 for Secondary I–V. Additional costs can include books and supplies, uniforms, transportation, extracurricular activities, cafeteria meals, Academic Support Program fees, and any program-specific charges.

What is the admissions process and are there scholarship or financial aid options?

The process includes an admissions visit, online application, a family interview, a student-for-a-day visit (for Grades 1–6), and an admissions decision. Scholarships and financial aid options include CAPS (tuition caps) and JCAP programs, with deadlines in December and decisions announced in winter 2026.

Which IB programs are offered and at what levels, and how are they integrated with MEQ?

JPPS-Bialik offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and, at the high-school level, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). The IB programs are integrated with the MEQ mandated curriculum and Judaic Studies, with English instruction in the English section and fully French instruction in the French section.

What is the typical class size and how is language instruction structured by grade?

The average class size is 26 students, with one class per grade. The English section delivers instruction in English from K through Secondary 5, while the French section delivers courses exclusively in French; Kindergarten is taught in French immersion.

What technology and library resources does JPPS-Bialik offer?

Technology is embedded across the grades: Kindergarten uses iPads, Grade 1 uses Chromebooks and iTalam, and later grades use Google Classroom along with coding tools like Scratch Jr., Scratch 3.0, code.org, Sphero, Makey Makey, and Micro:Bits. The library is bilingual (English and French) with author events, book fairs, clubs, and ebooks available through Sora.

Is there an extended day program and what other campus features support learning?

Yes, there is an extended day program that runs until 6 p.m. A dedicated support services team helps students with learning needs, and there is a bus-home option for transportation. The school also provides a bilingual library and integrated information literacy instruction.

What extracurricular activities are available, and are there sports for older students?

There are lunchtime and after-school activities spanning sports, arts, and dance. For Grades 5–6, options include Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Boys Hockey, Gymkata, and Hip Hop. JPPS-Bialik also participates in events like the Gilman Music Festival and hosts a Celebration of Learning.

How does JPPS-Bialik foster leadership and community involvement?

Leadership development and student agency are central to the IB-PYP framework. The student body completes over 5,000 hours of community service annually, and parent involvement is supported through Home & School, Chesed Committee, Jewish Life activities, and staff appreciation programs.

How does JPPS-Bialik support students with learning differences and what wellbeing resources are available?

The school uses an RTI-based Student Services model with a team including an Intervention Specialist, Learning Strategist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Orthopédagogue, and Family Life Educator. Two full-time counselors support junior and senior students for mental health and social-emotional well-being.

What safeguarding measures are in place at JPPS-Bialik?

JPPS-Bialik provides a Student Ombudsman to address concerns through provincial processes, and maintains a Privacy Policy and safety and security policies documented in the Family Information Handbook.

Are uniforms required and what do students wear?

Uniforms are required for Grades 1–6 from the first day of school. Top Marks is the official uniform supplier, and daily wear includes grey slacks (or skirt/shorts for girls), a navy polo shirt, and a navy Crest sweatshirt, with gym wear worn on gym days.

What can families expect regarding meals and the school food environment?

Hot lunches are offered and a peanut- and nut-free environment is maintained, so peanuts and nuts are not allowed. Lunchroom supervision is provided during recess and lunchtime.

What accreditation or IB status does JPPS-Bialik hold, and are there other recognitions?

JPPS-Bialik is an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) school, and Bialik High School offers the IB MYP. No other accreditations or awards are listed in the provided information.

What languages are taught and how is language instruction organized across the school?

The school runs an English section (instruction in English) and a French section (instruction in French). Kindergarten is French immersion, and all students study French as language of instruction; English-language eligibility is required to enroll in the English section.

What is JPPS-Bialik's history and community culture like?

JPPS-Bialik traces its origins to 1911, becoming a merged institution in 2016 after consolidating JPPS and Bialik. The school emphasizes an inclusive, pluralistic Jewish education with events like the Gilman Music Festival and a Celebration of Learning that highlight cultural study and community.

What is the role of the PTA and other parent organizations at JPPS-Bialik?

Home & School is the parent volunteer organization that coordinates activities to enrich students' experiences, including Chesed Committee support, Jewish Life events, staff appreciation, and fundraising initiatives such as used uniform sales and other community programs.

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