LCS offers a transformative educational experience leveraging strengths in 3 areas: authentic learning-focussed on individual student strengths and potential; a powerful natural environment-one of the largest Canadian boarding school waterfront campuses; and a focus on community-minded leadership.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $40,500
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2023 School Data
Lakefield College School
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1879
Campus Size
315 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
432 students
% International Students
27%
% Students Boarding
68%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
14 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
ESL Courses Offered
No
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$30 million
(Approx. $2M in financial aid to 1-in-3 students)
(Approx. $2M in financial aid to 1-in-3 students)
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$40,500
Tuition international students
$82,400
Summer Program Cost
$330
(Program costs range from $330-$6103 (CAD).)
(Program costs range from $330-$6103 (CAD).)
% Students on Financial Aid
29%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$17,439
Merit Scholarships Offered
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Director of Admissions
David Darby
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
Courses
AP Art and Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus/Vectors with Advanced Functions, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science, AP Extended French, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics, AP Politics, AP Statistics, Research, Seminar
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
27
Sports
Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Curling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Riding, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
48
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Chess, Coding, Concert Band, Creative Writing, DECA/Business, DEI, Drama, Dungeons & Dragons, Entrepreneurship, Farming, Female Fitness, Fitness Club, Global Discovery, Hexacoptor Drone, Improv, Investment, Jazz Band, LEAF, Lorelei Consort, Makerspace, Math Club, Model UN, Open Studio, PAGE, Photo Club, Rock Choir, Science Club, String Ensemble, TALK, Wellness Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Campus Art, Ceramics, Culinary Arts, Drawing and Painting, Film, Learn to Play Guitar, Musical Theatre, Spring Play
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Learn to Row, Life Fitness, Martial Arts, Nordic Racing, SLASH, Team Fitness, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting, Windsurfing, Yoga
Chess, Coding, Concert Band, Creative Writing, DECA/Business, DEI, Drama, Dungeons & Dragons, Entrepreneurship, Farming, Female Fitness, Fitness Club, Global Discovery, Hexacoptor Drone, Improv, Investment, Jazz Band, LEAF, Lorelei Consort, Makerspace, Math Club, Model UN, Open Studio, PAGE, Photo Club, Rock Choir, Science Club, String Ensemble, TALK, Wellness Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Campus Art, Ceramics, Culinary Arts, Drawing and Painting, Film, Learn to Play Guitar, Musical Theatre, Spring Play
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Learn to Row, Life Fitness, Martial Arts, Nordic Racing, SLASH, Team Fitness, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting, Windsurfing, Yoga
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- 2 hours northeast of Toronto
- Students from over 40 different countries
- 100% of students accepted to top universities worldwide
- Schoolwide Leadership, Character, Values program
- Summer Courses: lcs.on.ca/summeracademy
- 315 acres of forest and fields on Lake Katchewanooka
- Advanced Placement courses
- Outdoor Education program
- 7:1 student to teacher ratio
- Lakefield College School accreditations: Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Round Square, National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- HM Felipe VI of Spain - Class of 1985 Member of the Spanish Royal Family King of Spain
- Ted Byfield - Class of 1944 Western Canadian writer publisher
- Emilio Azcárraga Jean - Class of 1987 CEO of Televisa the largest media company in the Spanish-speaking world
- Anna Gainey - Class of 1996 Liberal Party of Canada President (2011 - present)
- Ian Binnie - Class of 1957 Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Served from 1998 to 2011
- David Miller - Class of 1977 Mayor of Toronto from 2003 to 2010
- Will Arnett - Actor
- Matt Frewer - Class of 1976 Actor
- Cody Ceci - Class of 2011 Hockey Player (NHL) Ottawa Senators
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lakefield College School cost?
Lakefield College School's tuition is approximately $73,500 for boarding students and $40,500 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Lakefield College School?
Lakefield College School famous alumni include: HM Felipe VI of Spain, Ted Byfield, Emilio Azcárraga Jean, Anna Gainey, Ian Binnie, David Miller, Will Arnett, Matt Frewer and Cody Ceci.
What sports does Lakefield College School offer?
Lakefield College School offers 27 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Curling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Nordic Skiing, Riding, Rock Climbing, Rugby, Sailing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
Does Lakefield College School offer a summer program?
Yes, Lakefield College School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Lakefield College School?
The application deadline for Lakefield College School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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