Collège Saint-Bernard

The school is guided by a humanistic philosophy centered on openness, engagement, and responsibility, aiming to foster the global development and well-being of each student. It promotes a collaborative pedagogical framework that prioritizes active learning methods—such as project-based learning, the flipped classroom, and peer teaching—over traditional lectures. The environment is designed to be secure and human-scaled, emphasizing the student's personal growth and the celebration of their achievements.

The school offers a curriculum influenced by international education foundations, including a strong emphasis on linguistic enrichment. At the primary level, students receive one hour of English instruction daily, with an intensive English program during the second half of the 6th grade. The secondary curriculum is similarly enhanced, featuring a variety of concentrations and a focus on digital citizenship and cloud-based collaboration using Google Apps for Education.

The school provides a general education curriculum leading to the Secondary School Diploma (D.E.S.) issued by the Quebec Ministry of Education. The pedagogical approach emphasizes the development of autonomy, engagement, and global competencies, preparing students for future challenges through a focus on the learning process rather than traditional grading.

The school employs a personalized pedagogical approach that respects individual work rhythms, supported by weekly clear work plans and constructive feedback. A dedicated "Voie d’Avenir" program is available for students facing significant academic challenges. Furthermore, the school utilizes the "Pluriportail" platform to facilitate communication between parents, teachers, and staff to ensure student success.

The school is not a selective institution and welcomes students who are successful in their current academic environment. Prospective families are encouraged to complete the online pre-admission process early, as enrollment is limited to two groups per level at the primary level and five groups per level at the secondary level. The school also offers a specific program, "Voie d’Avenir," for students experiencing significant academic difficulties.

The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with specific schedules provided for primary and secondary levels. The daily schedule is designed to include integrated support periods and is subject to periodic adjustments.

Located along the Saint-François River in Drummondville, the campus features over 50 "exploded" classrooms designed for collaborative and flexible learning, equipped with laptops, televisions, and Chromecast technology. The school maintains a secure environment with nearly 200 active cameras and dedicated wings for each grade level to minimize movement. On-site residential facilities are available for both girls and boys.

Students can participate in a wide range of activities through over twenty concentrations in sports, arts, science, linguistics, and culture. The school’s athletic program, known as "Les Sénateurs," includes teams for badminton, basketball, football, futsal, hockey, soccer, and volleyball, all managed by qualified coaches who coordinate with academic staff. Additionally, the school organizes various outings, trips, and extracurricular activities to foster student development.