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Terre des jeunes

Updated July 2026

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École primaire Terre des jeunes is a regional international primary school serving 364 students from preschool through primary levels, including specialized classes for students with autism spectrum disorders. It functions as a close-knit community that integrates international education elements into daily life.

Teaching approach

The school's educational project focuses on improving student success through the core missions of instruction, socialization, and qualification. It aims to help students develop their full potential and integrate into society by fostering personal, academic, and professional growth. The school emphasizes a sense of international sensitivity, encouraging students to actively participate in their own learning process.

Programmes

The school follows the Programme de formation de l’école québécoise, which emphasizes competency development and the practical application of knowledge. The curriculum includes core subjects, the new Culture and Citoyenneté québécoise (CCQ) programme, and sexual education content. Specialized instruction is provided in physical education, music, and English, with English instruction tailored to specific grade levels from preschool through grade 6.

Student support

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Learning support

The school provides specialized support through a dedicated EHDAA class for students with specific needs, including those with autism spectrum disorders. The professional team includes an orthophonist, a psychoeducator, and an orthopedagogue. Additionally, specialized educators (TES) are assigned to support various student groups.

Frequently asked questions(3)
Is Terre des jeunes a day or boarding school?
Terre des jeunes is a day school.
Is Terre des jeunes co-educational?
Terre des jeunes is a co-ed school.
Where is Terre des jeunes located?
Terre des jeunes is an international school in Laval, Canada.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

Parents wishing to enroll their child in the international education programme must attend a mandatory in-person information session at the school to receive an access code for the online application form. Applicants must also ensure their child is re-enrolled with the Centre de services scolaire de la Seigneurie-des-Mille-Îles (CSSMI) for the upcoming school year before submitting a specific programme request. For new students or those not currently attending a CSSMI primary school, a formal admission request must be submitted to obtain a student file number. The deadline for submitting the online application is February 19, 2026.

Calendar

The school operates on a daily schedule from 7:40 to 14:50. Supervision is provided in the schoolyard starting at 7:35 in the morning and at 12:00 during the lunch period, which runs from 11:02 to 12:17. A daycare service is available for students from 6:30 to 17:30.

About the campus

The school is located at 151 rue St-Louis in Saint-Eustache. The facility is subject to regular inspections by the school board's material resources department to ensure a safe and healthy environment, including monitoring of air quality (CO2 levels) and water safety (lead testing). The building is equipped with mechanical ventilation systems, and procedures are in place to maintain air quality standards.

Co-curriculars

The school organizes special events to promote physical activity, such as an annual "colour run" held in May. This event involves the participation of parent volunteers who assist with circuit marking and equipment installation.

  • Melissa RobillardDirectrice