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Lifted and Unstoppable

Elmwood is one of the most innovative girls’ schools in North America and ranked as one of the top 25 private schools in Canada. We are one of only nineteen schools in Canada to receive the Apple Distinguished School designation and the only school in the region offering all three levels of the International Baccalaureate Programme.

We are committed to creating an educational environment where students not only excel but feel lifted and unstoppable in their dreams for themselves and their future.  This is our promise to our families.

  • Remarkable teachers, 100% committed to supporting every learner’s journey academically, emotionally, and socially.
  • An unparalleled environment, strategically designed for optimal learning.
  • An exceptional partnership, where together we nurture authentic, confident, and world-ready global citizens who lead from the heart.
  • Peace of mind and possibility, for your child and her future.
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All In

We’re more than just a school because she’s more than just a student. To them, we’re a support system, a studio, a playground, a blank canvas. Here, they can explore beyond the curriculum, developing passions and skills that help them achieve whatever they can imagine. We’re all in so she can stand out. 

Our Promise

  • Nurturing a Love of Learning
  • Fostering Growth
  • Cultivating Connections

Happening Now

TINY TEACHER, BIG IMPACT - ROOTS OF EMPATHY IN ACTION AT ELMWOOD

Ms. Galbraith’s Grade 2 class has been participating in the Roots of Empathy program, led by Ms. Hawley and Baby Tao, to help students develop emotional awareness through observing a baby’s growth and emotional cues. This globally recognized program fosters empathy, reduces aggression, and promotes inclusion and well-being, aiming to build a more compassionate world—child by child.

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ELMWOOD EXCELS AT THE OTTAWA REGIONAL SCIENCE FAIR 2025

Elmwood students achieved outstanding success at the Ottawa Regional Science Fair, earning top awards across all divisions, including Best in Show for Kathy Han and multiple first-place finishes for Tamsen Taylor and Safal Bhullar. Kathy, Tamsen, and Safal have been selected to represent Elmwood at the Canada-Wide Science Fair, showcasing the strength of our science program and student innovation.

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Elmwood by the numbers

Developing confident, engaged and healthy girls requires balance. Life outside of the classroom at Elmwood complements and enhances the academic program and reflects the needs and interests of today’s girls. Clubs, sports teams, student government and the House system offer numerous opportunities to explore passions and connect with those who share them.

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