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CO-ED / BOARDING

• LAKEFIELD, ONTARIO >> Gateway: Toronto• Located approx. 90 minutes northeast from Toronto, on

Lake Katchewanooka, the village of Lakefield is located just minutes from the larger city of Peterborough

• Founded in 1879 as a boys school; coeducational as of 1989• 365 students at the school; approx. 250 live on campus • approx 35% international students (approx 130 from 40 countries)• 100% graduates attend post-secondary institution

Grade levels Grades: 9-12 boarding Ages: 14-17(Grade 12 intake is not common)

Programme FY LINEAR SCHOOL Full Year: September to JunePartial year study not possible

Campus 315 acre property, including lakefront

Accommodation B Boarding in school residence3 meals daily

Average Class Size 18 students / 7:1 student to teacher ratio

ESL Not available

IB / AP AP courses available in grades 11 and 12

Laptop programme mandatory

Medical Insurance mandatory School Insurance

Sports & social clubs mandatory

School uniformswww.topmarks.ca

mandatory - Purchase through Top Marks, prior to arrival with delivery arranged to the school

School Breaks Several long weekend breaks per year, including: - 4 x 4-5 day long weekends - December holidays (2-3 weeks) - Spring break (2-3 weeks) During regular weekend breaks, students may remain on campus. During the longer weekend or holiday breaks accommodation arrangements are available with a CISS MLI host family or the school may arrange a special trip to various Canadian or US cities. A US tourist visa is required for any cross-border trips.

Special features • Excellent sports, arts and co-curriculuar programming• Leadership, Outdoor Education, Mentors, DELF, AP and

more• Modern athletic and student recreation facility

ARTS / SPORTS /

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

“It was the best day of my life!” Talk to any student here and their story will include this phrase. Lakefield College School integrates nature, sustainability and technology into everyday life on a beautiful 315-acre lakefront campus. Rigorous academics, challenging athletics and inspiring co-curricular arts are taught by teachers who believe in the value and potential of each student and in the education of the whole person. A leader among Canada’s independent schools, LCS prides itself on its reputation for innovation and academic excellence. Prepare for university, discover your potential, live with friends from around the world and enjoy the best days of your life.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• CISS MLI application including transcripts• Advanced level of English proficiency• LCS (school) Entrance test or SSAT score. LCS exam available from CISS MLI• Telephone/Skype interview • 75% or higher grade point average• On-line registration required (CISS MLI assisted)

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RESIDENCES Lakefield College School’s small residences and family atmosphere make it unique among traditional boarding schools. Students share double rooms which they decorate as they would at home. Bed linens are provided but students may bring their own comforter/duvet. Students have their own bed, desk and closet. In total, there are 12 Boarding Houses with an average of 20 students per residence + 2 Day Houses for day students. Faculty members serving as Heads of House live in residences providing careful supervision, academic support and individual attention. In addition, each house staffs an Assistant Head of House who is a recent university graduate, working full-time with students in residential and co-curricular activities. Weekly laundry is included

ACADEMIC CURRICULUM Lakefield College School prepares the student for university. The faculty engage students in academic activities which enable them to develop disciplined habits of study, critical thinking skills, and a talent for co-operative problem solving. In addition, students are given significant opportunities to use modern technology as a tool to assist them in their learning.

In order to ensure intellectual breadth, all students are required to follow core curriculum that includes extended studies in each of six academic areas: English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Science and Technology, History and Social Science, Modern Languages including Spanish and French, and the Arts.

AP courses are available in Maths, Sciences, English, History and Social Science, and Modern Languages.

COMPUTERS / LAPTOPS laptop: mandatory Lakefield College School has put technology at the centre of its curriculum and has been considered a leader at incorporating technology in the classroom. The Lakefield campus operates both a wired and wireless internet system to ensure students have access to email, course material, and the World Wide Web where ever they are on campus. All students from Grade 9 to 12 are required to participate in our laptop and technology program which includes a laptop computer, all necessary software, full access to the school’s network plus complete technical support. Students are not permitted to access the school’s network with a computer that is not supplied by the school.

The Online Learning Centre Lakefield College School’s Online Learning Centre allows students, and their parents, to keep up-to-date on all course work. Students and their parents can access class notes, and view upcoming assignments and tests. A clear record of the grades the student has received on tests and assignments is always available and offers student and parents immediate access to school information. All personal information is protected by digital security and requires a private password.

ESL Lakefield College School does not provide an ESL Programme. Students applying to this school must possess an advanced level of English proficiency to fully participate in the academic curriculum. Tutors for minor ESL support may be available upon request.

SPORTS AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES participation: mandatory Participation in sports and extra-curricular activities is a mandatory component of the academic life. Each term students are required to choose a physical activity and many choose either competitive sports or a recreational programme. Lakefield’s location and facilities lend themselves to an extensive program of life sports. The property includes over 3899 feet/600 metres of shoreline on Lake Katchewanooka. In the fall and spring, the lake is dotted with sailboats, sailboards and canoes. In the winter, students and staff enjoy a variety of team and recreational activities on a permanent outdoor ice rink equipped with modern refrigeration technology; and for the ski enthusiasts, the school maintains over five km of groomed cross-country ski trails on the campus. Lakefield’s four tennis courts are also kept busy fall and spring. Excellent facilities for downhill skiing, softball and kayaking are just a short drive away.

Falls Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports

COMPETITIVE SPORTS

Basketball - Jr/Sr Girls Field Hockey - Girls Skiing - Alpine (dry training) Skiing - Nordic (dry training) Soccer - Jr/Sr Boys Volleyball - Sr Boys

Basketball - Jr/Sr Boys Hockey - Jr/Sr Boys Hockey - Sr Girls Rowing (dry training) Skiing - Alpine Skiing - Nordic Snowboard Snowboarding/Freestyle Volleyball - Jr/Sr Girls

Rowing Rugby - Jr/Sr Boys Rugby - Sr Girls Soccer - Jr/Sr Girls Softball Tennis Track & Field Ultimate Frisbee

LIFE SPORTS

Board Sailing • Cross Country (running) Equestrian (rec or advanced) • Fitness Rock Climbing • Sailing • Tennis • Yoga

Dance • Equestrian (rec or advanced) Fitness • Skiing - Nordic

Board Sailing • Equestrian (rec or advanced) • Fitness • Kayaking Sailing • Tennis • Yoga

Social Activities / The Arts (3 Major theatre and dance productions annually, 12 musical performances per year) Lakefield has earned an excellent reputation in the Arts. Students excel in music, theatre and the fine arts.

A Cappella Group Amnesty International Band (Concert Band & Jazz Ensemble)

Canoeing Choir Community Service Dance

Debating Drama / Theatre Environmental ClubLeadership

Model UN Music Peer TutoringPhotography

Tech CrewVocal & Visual ArtsYearbook

HIGH LEVEL ACADEMICS

SPORTS & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

LEADERSHIP & GOAL SETTING CHALLENGES

BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT CAMPUS

FACILITIES

• 315-acre lakefront campus• 11 residence houses• 4 tennis courts• 4 sports fields• Running track• 3 basketball courts• Climbing wall• Gymnasium• Waterfront with boathouse, canoes, sailboats and kayaks

• Outdoor Education facility• Dining hall• Chapel• Trust State Theatre• 8 music rooms• Dance studio• Art room• Science labs• Library • Student lounges• Health Centre with 24-hour nurse available• On-line School store

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