Michael Piening,B.Sc.,(Hons.),B.Ed.,M.A.,O.T.C., Prin.Cert.

Welcome to the MacLachlan College Website.

As you explore our site, you will discover that MacLachlan College lives its mission statement by cultivating intellectual curiosity in its students and inspiring them to be active contributors to our ever changing world.

As a school committed to providing superior, world class education MacLachlan College has embarked on becoming an IB World School, making us the only private school in Oakville with this prestigious designation.  MacLachlan is currently approved as a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.  The IB PYP programme is an internationally recognized curriculum designed for students from pre-school to grade 6.  The IB is one of the world’s most rigorous and highly esteemed education programmes. In an increasingly globalized world, the IB challenges students to think critically, research deeply and develop internationally minded perspectives on a broad range of issues. Students become lifelong learners and conscientious critical thinkers.

MacLachlan College is accredited by Standards in Excellence And Education (SEAL).  Parents are assured that MacLachlan is a school of high educational standards that has earned the mark of excellence.

Our small class sizes, averaging 14 in the lower school and 18 in upper school, ensure that every student is known on a personal level. This is a key feature of our school.

We believe in the traditional approach to education.  However, true to our motto "Where tradition and vision meet", our methodology and approach to the use of technology is state-of-the-art.  Our teachers and students engage in dynamic and interactive educational opportunities, often through the use of our SMART Boards. Our approach leads to inquiry based learning and the development of higher order critical thinking skills.

At MacLachlan College we believe in the personal touch.  We take the time to listen.  I would like to hear about your child and I invite you to call for a visit.

Mr. Michael Piening
Head of School