We teach students how to learn before they head to high school

At Macdonald-Cartier Academy, we teach Grade 7 & 8 students the basic learning skills that are essential for those who want to excel in high school and university. One of the top-rated private schools in Ottawa, MCA offers a full French immersion program combining accelerated academics with athletics and fun, experiential, learning. Enrollment is limited to 60 students per year, keeping class sizes small to provide an individualized education environment.

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October

Badminton try-outs - October 28 and 29

Badminton try-outs will be held on Monday, October 28 and Tuesday, October 29.

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October

Soccer Tournament

The soccer tournament is being held on Friday, October 25 at the Hornets' Nest field, 1660 Bearbrook Rd., Blackburn Hamlet.

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Sept.

Admission tests for the year 2020-2021

Entry tests to Macdonald-Cartier Academy for the academic year 2020-2021 will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2019. Anyone interested in having their child write the admission tests is kindly asked to phone the school at 613-744-8898 to obtain information about the tests.

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Testimonials

“June 28, 2018
Dear M. Mantha. How do we begin to thank you for the great school experience Nicholas has had at MCA these past two year? Thank you for encouraging Nicholas to be the best that he can be. We have seen him gain confidence in his abilities, realize that he can achieve things that he didn’t think he could (last year’s bike trip!), all while having fun at school. Not once did he say he did not want to go to school! His study skills, time management, and independence in completing his homework have prepared him well for High School! We will all miss MCA. Thank you so much!”

MCA parents