2794 South Sheridan Way, Oakville, Ontario, L6J 7T4
School Busing:
MacLachlan College offers bus transferring.
Service options offered are regular rider, regular rider AM only, regular rider PM only, door-to-door pickup.
The regions MacLachlan College offers busing from are:
Burlington
Mississauga
Oakville
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We summarized the school ourselves
Rooted in a tradition of academic excellence, MacLachlan College in Oakville offers small class sizes, personalized support, and a globally recognized curriculum. The Upper School Campus, designed with inspiring, modern facilities, encourages creativity and critical thinking, while programs like Advanced Placement (AP) courses emphasize rigorous, active learning. MacLachlan graduates are exceptionally well-prepared to pursue their passions at top universities worldwide. With a vibrant community, MacLachlan is dedicated to nurturing students' creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, equipping them for success in a dynamic world.
We questioned the school adminstration
1. Who are you, as a school?
"MacLachlan College's Upper School Campus is tailored to Grade 7–12 co-ed students. Our modern campus reflect our unwavering commitment to excellence, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. With a 100% university acceptance rate, students thrive in a stimulating environment that integrates leadership, character education, and Advanced Placement courses. Students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for future success."
Advanced Placement
Leadership Development
Round Square
Duke of Edinburgh
Academic Competitions
Field Trips and Outdoor Learning
International Travel
Community Service
U18 Prep Boy's Elite Hockey Team
U22 Girl's Prep Elite Hockey Team (September 2026)
2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?
"MacLachlan's academic program offers a transitional approach of two globally recognized programs beginning with the International Baccaulaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)...(more)
"MacLachlan's academic program offers a transitional approach of two globally recognized programs beginning with the International Baccaulaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for students in Junior Kindergarten to Gr.6 and Gr. 7 to Gr. 12 academic program offering Advanced Placement preparation/enrichment. The overarching goal from Junior Kindergarten to Gr. 12 is to develop essential real-world skills, support academic excellence, foster a growth mindset, and cultivate transdisciplinary abilities."
3. What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?
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4. What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?
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5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?
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6. Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?
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7. To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?
"Families choose MAC because of our highly respected academic programs and co-educational learning environment. What families quickly appreciate is MacLachlan’s high level of...(more)
"Families choose MAC because of our highly respected academic programs and co-educational learning environment. What families quickly appreciate is MacLachlan’s high level of communication between home and school and how our smaller school size allows for their child(ren) to immerse themselves in their learning. Smaller classes afford teachers the opportunity to foster and influence tremendous growth in our students, and we feel privileged to guide them through their learning journey."
8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?
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9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?
"MacLachlan is an incredibly tight-knit community. It quickly becomes obvious to prospective families that staff have an impressive connection to students, knowing virtually all...(more)
"MacLachlan is an incredibly tight-knit community. It quickly becomes obvious to prospective families that staff have an impressive connection to students, knowing virtually all them by name. Our leadership team is highly engaged with the everyday routines within the school community and are immersed throughout the school year. This level of engagement lends itself to MacLachlan’s commitment to facilitate programs that have a whole child development approach with a focus on student wellness."
10. What might families find surprising about your school?
"MacLachlan is committed to creating successful and innovative approaches to learning by promoting and developing skills that transcend the classroom environment. MacLachlan is a...(more)
"MacLachlan is committed to creating successful and innovative approaches to learning by promoting and developing skills that transcend the classroom environment. MacLachlan is a small but mighty school. Our students score top achievements in cross-collegial local, national and international competitions in the areas of math, debate and public speaking. These opportunities provide enriching experiences for students outside the classroom where they can further explore their passions."
11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?
"MacLachlan College has opened a brand-new campus tailored specifically for Grade 7 through Grade 12 students. Located at 2794 South Sheridan Way, Oakville, our Upper School...(more)
"MacLachlan College has opened a brand-new campus tailored specifically for Grade 7 through Grade 12 students. Located at 2794 South Sheridan Way, Oakville, our Upper School program's new home opened its doors in September 2024.
This expansion has been meticulously planned to meet the evolving needs of our students, equipping them with the skills and resources they need to thrive in our ever-changing world."
12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?
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