Kells Academy - Elementary Schools

Enter a welcoming environment that encourages openness to learning and life. Kells Academy understands that each student is unique with experiences, interests, and cultural lifestyles that are all their own. Since Kells first opened its doors in 1978, Kells has recognized that a one-size-fits-all approach to learning does not work. The challenge is to understand these differences and provide an innovative environment that celebrates uniqueness while offering a diversity of learning approaches, ensuring students a learning experience that is rich and meaningful.

At Kells, flexibility is key. The curriculum provides the structure, yet its implementation is adaptable. Kells develops individualized programs, allowing students to work within their comfort zone, which may be above, below, or at grade level.

While the pursuit of academic excellence and the fostering of a lifelong love of learning are the cornerstones of Kells Academy, its commitment extends beyond scholastic achievement to strike a balance in the lives of students. Outstanding extracurricular activities provide students with an enriching experience. Students are given the opportunity to pursue their talents via excellent fine arts and music programs as well as participating in a variety of athletic activities. At Kells, students embark on a journey of knowledge that encourages them to learn about themselves and the world in which they live. Within a warm and nurturing atmosphere, they develop strong bonds with their teachers and are encouraged to participate, take risks, become confident and most of all, become contributing members of society. Kells creates a milieu in which youth can flourish while acquiring a deep sense of self-esteem.

Kells has a vision for its students. Kells believes that every student has a contribution to make to this world. It is Kells' mission to develop, encourage, and provide students with an opportunity to grow. In doing so, they prepare young people for the challenges of the 21st century.

Why Kells Academy Elementary School

• Facilities: A warm and welcoming environment for any child's early education experience, the contemporary-style elementary building, housing Kindergarten to Grade 6, offers bright and colourful classrooms and boasts its own music room, library, and a cafeteria, where hot meals—included in the elementary fees—are prepared and served daily. The gymnasium is equipped with a climbing wall, and the large, secure, outdoor play area has its own synthetic turf soccer field, play structure, and a beautiful outdoor classroom (garden) maintained by Kells students. All classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards (SmartBoards) and all students have access to laptop computers and iPads.
• Extracurricular activities: Most activities occur during the lunch hour and are based on student interest. They include a variety of clubs such as Spirit Committee, Green Committee, Choir, Building Club, Chess Club, Science Club, Running Club, Scrapbooking Club, and Knitting Club. Skill development for sports are offered in the Physical Education and Flex programs for all grade levels and include Ultimate Frisbee, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Badminton, Gymnastics, Yoga, Dance, Soccer Baseball, and Jump Rope.
• Location: Located in the heart of Montreal - a culturally diverse and vibrant city – Kells Academy reflects the global flavor of the city. With the help of a team of experienced and dedicated teachers, students graduate with fluency in both English and French. Located on the island of Montreal in south-central Quebec, Montreal has the largest urban French population outside of Paris, France. One of Canada's major cities (population 2.8 million), it is home to four universities and a flourishing business community. Montreal boasts excellent libraries, museums, theatres, art galleries, and extensive recreational and athletic facilities. It is renowned too for its festivals (jazz, film, Just for Laughs) and the celebrated Montreal Botanical Gardens.