St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School
Founded in 1891, SMLS has been a leader in education for girls and young women for more than 125 years. As the only CAIS accredited, all-girls school west of the city, our niche is girls and learning. We believe courageous girls can challenge and change the world.
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Academic Excellence
Our academic program utilizes the highest standard of proven best practices and innovative approaches. We identify each girl’s academic strengths and challenges, so that we can support her in achieving success and confidence in her own abilities. -
Whole-Girl Development
We focus on the social, emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing of every girl from Preschool to Grade 12. We understand developmental stages of girls and work with each girl to ensure she is known, supported, and challenged to be her best self. -
Experts in Girls' Learning
Our faculty members are experts in their fields, with extensive experience in teaching and learning designed for girls. They get to know each girl and form a personalized connection to help her thrive in her education at SMLS and beyond. -
Real World Learning
Our program integrates academic studies with relevant career and life experiences, allowing students to gain a deeper personal understanding of the world around them and to develop as global citizens and leaders. -
Real World Results
With admittance to their first choice of post-secondary institutions, our grads are poised tobecome women who will challenge and change the world in their own, unique way. Our goal is not only to prepare girls for post-secondary education, but to provide them with the courage and skill to pursue their individual passions.
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offers of admission from leading universities extended to the Class of 2018 (41 grads) -
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All-girls Robotics Team in Canada -
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international trips to 13 countries annually -
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of graduates entering STEM related programs of study
News
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SMLS Robotics Team Wins Provincial Championship
Read MoreCongratulations to the SMLS SWAT771 Robotics team who, in partnership with two other teams, won the Ontario Provincial 2019 Championship. As a result, SWAT771 will be competing in the World Championships in Detroit later this month. Kudos to all team members on this outstanding accomplishment!With their exceptional results over the past few competitions, SWAT771 is now ranked thirteenth out of 169 teams in Ontario. Recognition goes to the members of the robotics team as well as the teachers, mentors, volunteers and donors who have contributed to making this a remarkable season and, year after year, an extraordinary experience for all robotics club members.Our SWAT771 team, also known as FRC771, has been a participant in FIRST since 2002. FIRST stands for For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, and is an international youth organization that operates the FIRST Robotics Competition, FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Lego League Jr., and FIRST Tech Challenge competitions.For the 2019 provincial competition, our team formed an alliance with two other teams, FRC1114 and FRC1241, to compete against other team alliances. Our alliance won the Science Division, then went on to play against the top alliance in the Technology Division, for the championship. SMLS team members shared in the victory with their partner teams, including shout outs on social media. -
Professional Development Day for SMLS Teachers & Staff
Faculty and staff took part in a full day of professional development on Monday, March 25, including sessions with author and psychotherapist Lynn Lyons who shared strategies for supporting students who experience anxiety. As part of an outstanding educational experience, SMLS focuses on the social-emotional development of the whole girl from early years to graduation.Read More -
Dr. Lauren Briens '87 Addresses SMLS Students for International Women's Day
SMLS was honoured to have alumna Dr. Lauren Briens '87 as keynote speaker for International Women's Day on March 8. Dr. Briens is an engineer, professor of engineering at Western University, and the first female member of the senior administration at Western's Faculty of Engineering. She spoke with students and guests about challenges and triumphs she has experienced as a woman in engineering, and gave girls invaluable advice, encouraging them to seek out mentors and to be brave in overcoming obstacles they may face when blazing their own trails.Read More -
SMLS Celebrates International Women's Day 2019
SMLS students, staff and special guests enjoyed an inspirational assembly for International Women's Day on March 8, featuring student speakers and performers, and a keynote address by alumna Dr. Lauren Briens '87. Thank you to everyone who participated and attended!Read More -
Alumnae Host Welcome Luncheon for Graduating Students
The SMLS Alumnae Association officially welcomed graduating students as its soon-to-be newest members at a luncheon on Thursday, March 7. Head of School Nancy Richards and Association President Stephanie Kennedy congratulated students on their achievements and encouraged them to stay connected with one another and with the school after they graduate. Ms. Kennedy spoke about the strength and value of the alumnae network at SMLS and Ms. Richards advised students, "Look around you today - these young women will be your friends for life!"Read More -
School Spirit High at SMLS this Week!
March 4 - 8 is School Spirit Week and students and teachers kicked it off with Crazy Hair Day -- fun and imagination at SMLS!Read More
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Discover how your daughter will benefit from SMLS's superior academic program, our attention to each girl's social, emotional and physical wellbeing, and student leadership development - all designed for girls.
St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School
1080 Linbrook Road, Oakville, ON L6J 2L1
T: 905-845-2386 | F: 905-845-4799
Email: contact@smls.on.ca
www.smls.on.ca
T: 905-845-2386 | F: 905-845-4799
Email: contact@smls.on.ca
www.smls.on.ca
"SMLS prepares students to succeed in their post-secondary experiences and life beyond the pillars, through academic challenges such as AP courses, support such as extra help lessons and, most importantly, talented and dedicated teachers and the peers who surround you. I feel excited for what the future holds.”
Melanie Peck '18, former Head Girl