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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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square metres of beautiful campus grounds - 10 acres in the heart of Oakville -
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international trips to 13 countries annually -
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News
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Spring Hemline - Now Available
Read MoreClick here to read Issue 2 of SMLS's literary anthology Hemline. The theme of this collection is Coming of Age: Youth As Agents of Change.Enjoy poems, stories, articles, opinion editorials, and scenes - all student-produced! Also be sure to watch for a description of a contest embedded within one of the pieces! We look forward to our next issue in the Fall, and we are excited to welcome new members to the team from next year's SS9-SS12s. -
Music and Visual Arts Evening
We recently welcomed families to the school for an evening of musical performance and visual arts exhibits. Middle and Senior School Millies prepared a terrific showcase of their skill and talents, and it was a great opportunity for our school community to connect. Thank you to everyone who came to enjoy the event.Read More -
Senior School Presents "Alice in Wonderland"
Read MoreCongratulations to our full cast and crew on a tremendous production of Alice in Wonderland. Over three performances, our talented students dazzled families with terrific performances in our Three Sisters Theatre. This production marked our first in-person performances since our 2020 production of Chicago and we couldn't have wished for a better return to the stage. Bravo Millies! -
Senior School Sports Day!
The Senior School welcomed back Sports Day this year - a fun opportunity to celebrate School and House spirit. The House System is a vital part of school life at St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School and positively contributes to our family-like atmosphere. The House system encourages students at every level to work together, develop their leadership skills, and grow as individuals. Plus, it’s a whole lot of fun on days like Sports Day. This year, Grenfell-Alexander was the winning House.Read More -
STEM/Arts/Athletics Celebration
On May 18th, our school welcomed Olympic gold medalist Laura Stacey to our STEM/Arts/Athletics Celebration. She inspired us all with a message of developing inner strength, drive, and perseverance - something Millies know all too well after two years of finding new ways to pursue their STEM, Arts and Athletic passions during the global pandemic. Students shared many positive sentiments about their coaches, teachers, teammates, and friends. If there's one thing that's stayed constant throughout the many disruptions caused by the pandemic, it's SMLS's tight-knit community.Read More -
Junior School Presents "Peter Pan"
Millies in Grades 2 through 5 put on a wonderful production of "Peter Pan" last week. We were awed by the amount of talent found within our small school, and it was an absolute joy to welcome parents, grandparents and siblings to the school for the performances.Read More
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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