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Our Millies: Catalysts for Social Change
A Special Blog Post from Head of School, Nancy Richards, M. ED
With that said, we can confidently claim that since 1891 St. Mildred's- Lightbourn School has been a pioneer in women's education, delivering a well-rounded curriculum of rigorous academic studies, global citizenship, competitive sport, healthy active living and community service. The tradition of inspiring and empowering women continues to be the hallmark of SMLS today.
Read more...If the time passed since March 2020 has taught us anything it is that humanity as a whole must come together to influence positive change.
With that said, we can confidently claim that since 1891 St. Mildred's- Lightbourn School has been a pioneer in women's education, delivering a well-rounded curriculum of rigorous academic studies, global citizenship, competitive sport, healthy active living and community service. The tradition of inspiring and empowering women continues to be the hallmark of SMLS today.
About Us
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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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All-girls Robotics Team in Canada -
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international trips to 13 countries annually -
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News
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Prefect Holiday Luncheon
Ms Richards hosts the 2021-22 Prefect Council for a special holiday luncheon to thank the Prefects for their outstanding leadership. Thank you, Prefects!Read More -
Parent Association Decks the Halls
Thank you to our wonderful Parent Association for coming into the school to decorate our school for the holiday season. Our littlest Millies are in awe of the sparkle lights and all of our students, faculty and staff are feeling very merry.Read More -
Positive Community Awareness Week
Positive Community Awareness Week is a special and important week at SMLS, featuring student-led activities that promote positivity among students, staff and faculty. We started the week with “Yellow Accessories Day,” the sharing of hot chocolate and a special Whole School Chapel, led by Jessica and Joana, pictured here. Other activities our school community has planned this week include food drives, community-building events and games, chapels and assemblies, and random acts of kindness.Read More -
Winter Socials for SMLS Parents
It has been a thrill to welcome parents back to our school for in-person coffee and winter-themed socials. Welcoming parents back to our beautiful, 10-acres campus brings us so much joy. Thank you to those who are joining us for these wonderful events.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.
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"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