Middle School:Grades 7-9.
Middle SchoolAcademics & Curriculum
Building on the foundation of inquiry and problem-based learning, the Middle School offers integrated learning opportunities and learning experiences to encourage interdisciplinary understanding, critical, and creative thinking.
Instruction is supported by subject specialists who can provide a depth of knowledge in their areas to help our girls immerse themselves in learning.
Teachers focus on individual attention and enrichment for all learners. Choice, differentiation, and accelerated pathways allow each girl to learn and be challenged in areas that interest them.
The Middle School program supports our students as they grow towards greater independence as learners.
Grades 7-8 Subject Areas
Math
French (Academic and Accelerated)
Science
Integrated Studies
Health and Physical Education
Visual Arts
Drama
Music
LINCWell LINC7 Program (emphasizing work habits, wellness practices, study strategies, metacognitive skills, social/emotional needs)
Grade 9 Subject Areas
English
Math
Science
Geography
French
Physical Education
Technology
Arts (Drama, Music, or Visual Arts)
Civics and Citizenship
Co-CurricularPrograms
At St. Clement’s School, we are passionate about learning – and that learning extends far beyond the curriculum.
Our co-curricular and community programming is just as key to the SCS experience as the classes we offer. Spanning Grades 1-12 and catering to a wide range of interests and identities as unique as our community itself, the
co-curricular programming plays a key role in helping us all to truly “get excited” about life at SCS!
Co-curricular options for Middle School students span a wide variety of interests from academic-related (math, science, and language clubs) to community affairs (EcoTeam; Women’s Empowerment Club), to the arts (Middle School production, choirs, etc.)
When it comes to athletics, when you’re on Team SCS opportunities abound on the field, track, court, and in the pool for every student to explore. Our athletics program embraces a philosophy of encouraging participation, developing skills at all levels, and building healthy lifestyles. We strive to find ample opportunity for students at every grade level to discover a sport they enjoy, and develop both the skill and passion to enjoy participating to the fullest.
Everyone in the St. Clement’s community – students in Grades 1 to 12 and all staff – is assigned to a House: Stuart, Tudor, York, or Windsor.
LINCWell
LINCWell is a full school, Grades 1-12 approach designed to craft a school experience for each of our students that is characterized by Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellbeing.
LINCWell’s overarching goal is to provide each one of our students with key resources, or tools, as well as the ability to know when to use each tool according to their individual needs and preferences.
Having a “toolbox” of key resources to pull from contributes to each student’s wellbeing. As our students develop these tools, they are enabled to learn well, lead well, and live well; empowering them to be able to successfully navigate the opportunities and challenges they will experience at SCS, and beyond.
Beyond the Classroom
To develop lifelong learners and girls who will impact the world after their time at St. Clement's, learning doesn't stop at the classroom door.
Experiential learning at SCS immerses students in authentic and dynamic experiences. Students of all ages are encouraged to think creatively, problem solve, collaborate with others, and consider varied perspectives. Regardless of the experience itself, the goal of our experiential learning programming is to allow students to come away with a deep and real understanding of what they have learned. Outdoor education and other overnight trips provide students with an opportunity to stretch their skills and support others while bonding as a grade. For example, all the Grade 9 students travel to Ottawa together as part of their Civics and Citizenship course.
Student Leadership
At SCS, leadership isn’t just modeled by one group of students. Our Leadership Program spans every grade level, and is closely aligned with our stated goal of developing and equipping courageous and adaptable learners who are empowered to make impactful contributions in their local, national, and global communities.
SCS students progressing along their personal journeys of leadership development are learning and understanding the core dimensions of effective leadership, including communication, collaboration, values alignment, and the need for reflection. In practice, leadership shows up in varied ways; there is no “typical” leader or leadership style at our School.
As students discover the type of leader they strive to be, practical leadership skill development is built into the curriculum with programming for all grades. There are grade wide opportunities for leading as well; in the Middle School that includes the COSSOT Leadership Conference and the Grade 8 Play Day activities for the Junior School, to name just a few.
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One of the things we love about our small Grades 1-12 community are the opportunities for connecting across the grades - like the Prefect introductions that happened over lunch this week! There were games in the Side Yard, bracelet making, and plenty of big smiles. 😊
As we celebrate 125 years of SCS, we`re revisiting the stories behind the traditions that have shaped generations of Clementines.
In 1948, graduating prefects set out to find a special uniform item that would distinguish members of their graduating class. Led by Isobel Ganton ’48, their search brought them to Simpsons department store, where they discovered the future Gold Belt in the last place anyone might expect: the curtain department. Yes, the iconic Gold Belt - originally called the Gold Cord - beloved, revered, and worn by SCS graduates for generations was originally a curtain tie!
Thanks to the creativity and determination of those students, a simple curtain tie became one of the most recognizable symbols in SCS history. Nearly 80 years later, the tradition is still going strong! #SCS125
Welcome to your Gold Belt year, Class of 2027! 💛 Yesterday, at St. Clement’s Church in front of the full school community and members of their families, the Grads received their Gold Belts at our annual Installation Service. This cherished tradition is just one of many exciting milestones for the Grade 12s, as they enter their final year at SCS!
A huge thank you to the Parents` Association for organizing an unforgettable 125th Anniversary Welcome Fair! From carnival treats and games to what may have been the biggest bouncy castle we`ve ever seen(!), our full school community came together for an amazing afternoon filled with fun and laughter. It was the perfect way to kick off our school year and celebrate 125 years of SCS! 💙🎉
Alum are invited to join us for opening night of All`s Well at Crow`s Theatre on Tuesday, November 24! The evening includes a reception in their brand new Cabaret space and a pre-show artist chat with playwright Erin Shields and director Jackie Maxwell, moderated by SCS alum Bryn Kennedy ’13, Assistant to the Artistic Director.
6:00 p.m. Reception starts.
6:30 p.m. Pre-show artist chat.
7:15 p.m. Reception ends.
7:30 p.m. Show time.
Our group ticket rate is $66.67 and will be available until October 1. For the promotion code, please visit SCS Connect or email meagan.thomas@scs.on.ca.
During Friday’s full school assembly, Melody FN. ’27 was introduced as School Captain for the 2026-2027 academic year and shared an inspiring speech on the power of curiosity.
She started by reflecting on a simple conversation she`d had with a friend on a summer afternoon. When her friend asked, “Imagine it’s your first time seeing this place. Wouldn’t it seem so cool to you?”, Melody initially dismissed the idea. But the question stayed with her.
This moment challenged her to look more closely at the world around her and reminded her that curiosity is not confined to the classroom. Whether questioning the weight of clouds overhead or learning about the glaciers that shaped the ravine beneath our city, Melody demonstrated how a curious perspective can transform the ordinary into something fascinating.
She concluded with a memorable message: “Spend just one minute every day, and let yourself find something small to be curious about, like the weight of clouds. I have a feeling that the world will be a lot more surprising and mind blowing this way.”
Thank you, Melody, for that thoughtful reminder to slow down, ask questions, and embrace curiosity as we explore all that the year ahead has to offer.
One of Principal Perry’s favourite SCS traditions is welcoming the full school community to the first assembly of the year by reading a story she has selected. 📚
This year, she shared Noticing by Kobi Yamada, a book that reflects something of utmost importance to us as a school: taking the time to truly see one another. In a community where every student is known, valued, and encouraged to be herself, it was a meaningful reminder that small acts of attention and appreciation can make a lasting impact.
As we begin a new school year together, may we all take a little more time for noticing. Have a great weekend, SCS!
Beginning at sundown this evening, Rosh Hashanah marks the Jewish New Year and begins the Jewish High Holy Days, a time of reflection and prayer. Shana tova! We wish all those in our SCS community who are celebrating a year filled with peace, health, and happiness. 🍯🍎
If you`re unable to come to SCS for an upcoming fall Open House, please join us virtually for SCS Community Voices: A Virtual Panel Discussion on September 23! Hear firsthand from members of our community about the St. Clement’s School experience. It`s an opportunity to ask questions, learn more about our academic and co-curricular programming, and discover what makes SCS such a special place to learn and grow.
Register via the link in bio.
Picture Day challenge: spot the 1970s hairstyle you`re secretly bringing back! 📷
This #SCS125 throwback takes us back to Grades 1 and 2 Picture Day in 1974-1975. While the trends may have changed, one thing remains the same: Clementines have always known how to smile for the camera. 😊
