Laureate is a STEAM-focused school where science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics converge to inspire meaningful learning. Students from diverse backgrounds engage in interdisciplinary, project-based education that sharpens their creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration skills. With pathways in International Business, Science & Engineering, and the Gifted Arts, our small, inclusive learning community nurtures innovators and compassionate leaders for a rapidly evolving world.
With a beautiful 50-acre campus that includes woodlands, orchards, sports fields, the Jubilee Garden, and historic architecture, Laureate College offers an enriched and idyllic learning environment for K-12 students. The school has a strong focus on STEAM and Gifted Arts programs, small class sizes, and individualized pathways. Teachers support students in developing skills, independence, and confidence. The school’s unique term system allows students to concentrate intensively on two subjects at a time, building mastery and effective time management. Boarding students enjoy structured routines, in addition to special activities, guided by dedicated house advisors within a safe and welcoming dormitory. The school’s 100% university acceptance rate reflects its commitment to student success. With rolling enrollment, March Break and summer camps, and art programs for all ages, Laureate College maintains a vibrant community. With an innovative mindset built on a long-standing foundation, Laureate College is a growing institution where students can discover and pursue their passions.
Additional notes: Airport pick-up is provided for international students upon their arrival. Busing fees, pick-up/drop-off schedules, and location will be released in late August 2025. All families are placed on the roster for the 2025-2026 school year.
Gallery showcasing school life and general photos of Laureate College.
Volleyball and soccer fields
Disc Golf court
The one-of-a-kind art-is-life gallery in the lobby invites everyone upon entrance.
Our 1956 chapel is home to our annual concerts
The Art Studio overlooks the landscape of Hamilton and the lake in the distance
The Backyard Harvest greenhouse offers hands-on project learning opportunities and allows our students to gain valuable insights into sustainable agriculture, gardening and the cultivation of organic produce.
Jubilee Garden
Set against the awe-inspiring Niagara Escarpment backdrop and spread across a picturesque 50-acre property at 1921 Snake Road, Burlington, Ontario, Laureate’s campus sets the stage for academic excellence, personal growth, and vibrant campus life.
Bright and Spacious STEM Classroom
Music Room
English Classroom
Quadruple-room
Double-room
Ensuite
Science Classroom
Computer Lab
Our very own farm-to-table farmland
Jubilee Garden
Meeting Hall
Multipurpose Activity Room
Dining Hall
Gallery showcasing specific locations and facilities found at Laureate College.
Location: 79 Hamilton Street, Waterdown
Event: Waterdown Farmers' Market
Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
School Tour: 14:00 – 15:00 pm (RSVP to [email protected] required)
Laureate College is a proud Presenting Partner for this season of the Waterdown Farmers' Market and will be hosting a variety of tents through to the end of the season in October - Sponsor Tent, Kids' Corner Activity Tent, Busker Tent (music by Dr. Li, Artistic Director) and Community Tent (Canadian Tapestry Centre by Ixchel Saurez).
There are more than 30 local food vendors, and each event attracts more than 1200 visitors, so join us for a Saturday Live morning glory at the Waterdown Farmers' Market and a tour of Laureate College in the afternoon, which is just less than a five-minute drive away.
One hundred years of history in the making, 50 acres of natural surroundings on campus and endless opportunities await at Laureate College. Join us to learn more about our STEAM programs for Grades 1-12 and Gifted Arts Program for Grades 9-12, as well as the after-school choir (K-12) and piano lessons available at Laureate College.
Celebrating sustainable food initiatives and arts in everyday life with Laureate's Artistic Director, Dr. Lina Li.
Remember those seeds planted at the beginning of the season? Well, the future is now, with the full bounty of the harvest coming to Market and Waterdown Village. Find a cornucopia of potatoes, beets, carrots, squash, late-season greens, pears, apples and more spilling over on vendor tables. Don’t miss your chance to stock up your winter pantry with locally grown produce before frost hits and garden beds are put to winter rest.
Location: 79 Hamilton Street, Waterdown
Event: Waterdown Farmers' Market
Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
School Tour: 14:00 – 15:00 pm (RSVP to [email protected] required)
Laureate College is a proud Presenting Partner for this season of the Waterdown Farmers' Market and will be hosting a variety of tents through to the end of the season in October - Sponsor Tent, Kids' Corner Activity Tent, Busker Tent (music by Dr. Li, Artistic Director) and Community Tent (Canadian Tapestry Centre by Ixchel Saurez).
There are more than 30 local food vendors, and each event attracts more than 1200 visitors, so join us for a Saturday Live morning glory at the Waterdown Farmers' Market and a tour of Laureate College in the afternoon, which is just less than a five-minute drive away.
One hundred years of history in the making, 50 acres of natural surroundings on campus and endless opportunities await at Laureate College. Join us to learn more about our STEAM programs for Grades 1-12 and our outdoor education program.
Whether you come for the music, the food, the kid’s activities or just a walk down the street, the Appleby Line Street Festival has something for everyone. Meet your friends and neighbours. Drop by the booths for local organizations and businesses.
Prepare to be amazed at this year’s festival, where a colossal array of almost 150 vendors will captivate your senses. They’re not just offering swag, prizes, products, services, information, and demonstrations; they’re crafting an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss!
Meet your Community STEAM School - Laureate College at booth 145.
Meet our Junior School teachers and principal at Curriculum Night, featuring a tour of our newly renovated classrooms, innovation lab, designated outdoor playground, and indoor activity area. Learn about our inquiry-based curriculum for all grades and take part in a Q&A session. Admission counselling can also be booked in advance by emailing [email protected], with attention to Kristine Foy.
Location: 79 Hamilton Street, Waterdown
Event: Waterdown Farmers' Market
Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
School Tour: 14:00 – 15:00 pm (RSVP to [email protected] required)
Laureate College is a proud Presenting Partner for this season of the Waterdown Farmers' Market and will be hosting a variety of tents through to the end of the season in October - Sponsor Tent, Kids' Corner Activity Tent, Busker Tent (music by Dr. Li, Artistic Director) and Community Tent (Canadian Tapestry Centre by Ixchel Saurez).
There are more than 30 local food vendors, and each event attracts more than 1200 visitors, so join us for a Saturday Live morning glory at the Waterdown Farmers' Market and a tour of Laureate College in the afternoon, which is just less than a five-minute drive away.
One hundred years of history in the making, 50 acres of natural surroundings on campus and endless opportunities await at Laureate College. Join us to learn more about our STEAM programs for Grades 1-12, Gifted Arts program for Grades 9-12 and after-school arts programs for all age groups.
This high note by Ms. Ixchel Saurez will conclude Laureate College's sponsorship for the 2025 season of the Waterdown Farmers' Market.
Location: 79 Hamilton Street, Waterdown
Event: Waterdown Farmers' Market
Time: 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Laureate College is a proud Presenting Partner for this season of the Waterdown Farmers' Market and will be hosting a variety of tents through to the end of the season in October - Sponsor Tent, Kids' Corner Activity Tent, Busker Tent (music by Dr. Li, Artistic Director) and Community Tent (Canadian Tapestry Centre by Ixchel Saurez).
There are more than 30 local food vendors, and each event attracts more than 1200 visitors, so join us for a Saturday Live morning glory at the Waterdown Farmers' Market and a tour of Laureate College in the afternoon, which is just less than a five-minute drive away.
With a century of history, 50 acres of natural campus surroundings, and endless opportunities ahead, Laureate College invites you to join Ms. Saurez in celebrating sustainable food initiatives and the arts in everyday life during this festive harvest season.
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DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
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Evolution as consensus theory | |
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories | |
Evolution is not taught |
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Biology | |
Chemistry | |
Ecology | |
Geology | |
Meteorology | |
Physics | |
Physiology | |
Zoology |
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Canadian lit | |
American lit | |
European (continental) lit | |
World (non-Western) lit | |
English lit | |
Ancient lit |
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Chinese-Cantonese | |
Chinese-Mandarin | |
French | |
German | |
Greek | |
Italian | |
Japanese | |
Hebrew | |
Latin | |
Russian | |
Spanish | |
ESL |
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Acting | |
Dance | |
Drama/Theatre | |
Graphic Design | |
Music | |
Visual Arts |
Expressive | |
Disciplined |
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Computer science | |
Robotics | |
Web design |
Flexible pacing style | offered |
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Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
Differentiated assessment |
Laureate College offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.
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Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
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Extra support |
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Curriculum delivery: Enrichment (The main focus is on enrichment. This means that while students may work at a marginally quicker pace than public school peers, the primary aim is to study subject in broader and deeper ways.)
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Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
In grade Gr. 12, Laureate College students perform an average of 1 hour of homework per night.
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Laureate College | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 60 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 60 mins | 60 mins |
Site Average | 15 mins | 17 mins | 23 mins | 28 mins | 33 mins | 39 mins | 51 mins | 55 mins | 69 mins | 80 mins | 97 mins | 105 mins |
Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 |
Prose (narrative)-based feedback | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
Habits and behaviour reporting | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
Parent-teacher meetings | Gr. 1 to Gr. 12 |
Competitive sports: N/A
Recreational sports: 16
Laureate College offers 18 clubs and extracurricular programs.
JK | SK | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
Day (Domestic) | $12,800 | $13,800 | $15,800 | $17,800 | |||||||||||
Day (International) | $21,000 | $22,000 | $24,000 | ||||||||||||
Boarding (Domestic) | $39,300 | ||||||||||||||
Boarding (International) | $45,500 | $48,500 |
Discounts
Discount Type | Enrolment Type | Amount |
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2nd child (sibling) | Day | 10% |
3rd child (sibling) | Day | 15% |
Grade range that need-based aid is offered: | 1 to 12 |
Percentage of grade-eligible students receiving financial aid | 20% |
Average aid package size | $5,000 |
Percentage of total enrolment on financial aid | 20% |
Total aid available | $30,000 |
This school works with Apple Financial Inc. for processing financial applications
The first step is to apply to the Apple Financial Assessment. The School will review the assessment report and determine the amount of financial aid the family is eligible for.
Empowering Future Leaders at Laureate College
Laureate College is proud to introduce the Grade 9 Entrance Scholarship—an exciting opportunity for exceptional students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to the core values that define our school: diversity, equity, inclusion, and innovation.
This prestigious scholarship is open to both new and returning Grade 9 students who are ready to thrive in our STEAM-centred, inquiry-based learning environment and who are eager to make meaningful contributions to the Laureate community.
Scholarship Value
Recipients of the Grade 9 Entrance Scholarship will receive $16,000 annually for four consecutive years of high school at Laureate College. This renewable award significantly offsets tuition and supports students in their pursuit of academic and personal growth. Renewal is contingent upon maintaining strong academic performance and actively engaging in school life. Additional financial assistance can also be available through the Apple Financial Assessment.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
How to Apply
Gifted Arts candidates will be invited to book an audition and present their portfolio to be accepted into the program.
Important Dates for the 2026-2027 School Year
Why Apply?
Becoming a Laureate scholar means more than receiving financial support—it means joining a vibrant, forward-thinking community that nurtures leadership, creativity, and global citizenship. This scholarship honours students who will not only excel in our academic programs but who will also shape and inspire our school culture.
Take the next step in your academic journey and apply today. Become part of a school that champions your potential and is committed to helping you achieve your best.
👉 [Click here to begin your application]
For more details, visit:https://laureatecollege.ca/awards-and-scholarships/Students who are inspired to become 21st-century leaders can apply for the STEAM Scholarship, which provides $3,000 to $5,000 per school year toward the tuition fee.
A one-page essay on “why I should be selected for the scholarship” and two references’ contact information are required for the scholarship committee’s consideration, along with the complete application package and a non-refundable $300 application fee payment.
For more details, visit:https://www.cognitoforms.com/laureatecollege2/scholarshipapplicationformGrades | Gender | Living Arrangement | Enrolment | |
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Group 1 | Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 | Coed | Day | 12 |
Group 2 | Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 | Coed | Boarding | 19 |
Group 3 | Gr. 9 to Gr. 12 | Coed | eSchool | 20 |
Group 4 | Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 | Coed | Day | 13 |
Total enrolment | 64 |
Average class size | 8 to 16 |
% of international students (total enrolment) | 58% |
Number of different nationalities within student population | 6 |
Five-day boarding program offered | Yes |
% in boarding (grade-eligible) | 59% |
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Day Enrollment | N/A | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Boarding Enrollment | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11 | ||||||||
Class Size | 5 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 16 |
Assessment | Required | Grades |
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Interview | 1 - 12 | |
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Entrance Essay |
Day students: Rolling
Boarding students: Rolling
Offer mid-year entry: Yes
Application fee: $300
Registration fee: $2,000
Deposit: $3,000
The following steps are required for admissions:
1. Complete the student application form and submit the application fee payment of $300 CAD along with
2. An online or in-person interview will be arranged if needed. Junior school candidates are required to have an interview with the Junior School Principal.
3. Accepted candidates will receive the Offer of Admission from Laureate to proceed with the enrollment process
This is the percentage of applicants typically accepted into the school. So if 50 students are admitted out of 100 applicants, the school has an overall acceptance rate of 50%.
Student Entry Points
This shows approximately how many openings there are likely to be in each grade in a typical year, as well as the estimated acceptance rate for each grade level.
Student Type | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
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Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 10 (90%) | 10 (90%) | 10 (90%) | 10 (90%) | 10 (99%) | 10 (100%) | 10 (90%) | 10 (100%) | 6 (85%) | 5 (85%) | 10 (85%) | 5 (85%) |
Boarding Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 5 (80%) | 5 (80%) | 10 (80%) | 10 (80%) | ||||||||
ESchool Acceptance (Acceptance rate) | 10 - 20 (90%) | 10 - 20 (90%) | 10 - 20 (90%) | 10 - 21 (90%) |
Average graduating class size | 20 |
Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation | N/A |
Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada | N/A |
Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK) | N/A |
University of Toronto | 35% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
University of Waterloo | 10% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
University of British Columbia | 7% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
McMaster University | 6% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
OCAD University | 4% |
Laureate College Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:
Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:
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Mentorship Program | |
University counseling |
What Laureate College says:
My name is Robert Hamilton, and I am the Head of School for Laureate College in Burlington, Ontario. This is a very exciting year for us at Laureate College. In September, we will add grades 1–8 to our school, making us a G1–12 educational facility. At Laureate College, we take pride in building strong, positive relationships with our students and their families. We want families to see that we believe in their child and will support them in becoming the best they can be.
As a community STEAM school, we teach students to become creative thinkers and problem-solvers who work collaboratively and apply their skills in practical, real-life scenarios. We want to change the educational process from “sit and get” to “stand and do”. Our students are active participants in their learning, and teachers continually support them in their individual achievements. With our school’s focus on the inquiry-based approach and the cross-curricular integration of STEAM subjects, Laureate College will be a one-of-a-kind school. Additionally, teachers will utilize our beautiful 50-acre property as a learning resource to enrich the real-life experiences of our students. Why use sheets of paper to teach math when relevant hands-on applications exist on our property? Students of all learning styles will thrive in this unique learning environment. Come check us out!
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