At La Citadelle, education is not transactional, it is transformational. We guide every student on a journey that extends far beyond curriculum and content, shaping the skills, character, and confidence they need to thrive in life.

From our earliest years in Daycare, Kindergarten, and Elementary, we build the foundation for excellence. Students develop critical learning habits, communication skills, and the discipline to take pride in their work. In a safe, harmonious, and supportive environment, we teach right from wrong, model respect, and encourage kindness and compassion, because education is as much about who you become as it is about what you know.

Academically advanced, distinctly bilingual

Unlike immersion programs, La Citadelle teaches both French and English as first languages to all students. This is not simply exposure to a second language; it is mastery of two of the world’s most influential languages at the highest academic level. By Grade 3, students also begin studying a third language (Mandarin or Spanish) expanding their global perspective and competitiveness. Our graduates leave us not only academically prepared for the world’s top universities but also culturally fluent and adaptable in an increasingly interconnected world.

A curriculum designed for excellence

We are the only school in the region with specialized subject teachers for every grade, from Grade 1 through Grade 12, ensuring that every subject is taught by an expert passionate about their discipline. All students in Grades 6 to 10 follow the rigorous IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), a globally recognized framework that encourages inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world connections. In the upper grades, our Advanced Placement (AP) Programme allows students to pursue university-level coursework, preparing them for academic excellence beyond high school.

Our commitment is not just to prepare students for university, but to prepare them for life. We foster problem-solving, critical thinking, leadership, and creativity alongside academic mastery, ensuring students thrive in every aspect of their personal and intellectual growth.

A community where every child belongs

La Citadelle is proudly multicultural, welcoming families from diverse ethnic backgrounds, including those who are not Francophone. All children, regardless of their starting point, benefit from the high level of education we provide. Our community celebrates multiculturalism, fostering mutual respect and understanding among students from many cultures.

Exceptional value in education

We believe every child deserves access to an outstanding education. While our program rivals the most prestigious private schools, we remain one of the most affordable options for the calibre of education we deliver. Parents choose La Citadelle because academic rigor is balanced with compassion, discipline is paired with encouragement, and success is measured by the growth of both mind and character.

From foundations to futures

At La Citadelle, the journey from curiosity to confidence is shared. Together, we prepare students to excel academically, lead with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the world with grace, kindness, compassion, and intelligence.

Come visit us and discover firsthand our holistic and academically advanced approach to education.