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Academics

Advanced Placement (AP)

Advanced Placement (AP) is a thriving program at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School. 

Students can take Advanced Placement (AP) courses in Mathematics, Biology, English, French, and History. Senior AP exams allow students to experience the challenge of university content while completing courses at the high school level.

Those who participate in AP develop deep critical thinking skills that can be transferred to other subject areas and programs. Advanced Placement programs at Notre Dame provide students with enrichment opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom!

Students who write AP exams in Grade 11 and 12 are advised to register for AP courses in Intermediate Grades.

Pre-AP Courses (Offered in Grade 10)

  • Align with the Ontario Curriculum.

  • Offer enriched experiences in a supportive environment.

  • Provide opportunities for students to engage with their passions and interests.

  • Allow students to learn alongside others who share their interests in the discipline.

  • Build on skills and habits of mind needed for post-secondary success.

  • Build academic portfolios that help with post-secondary admissions.

  • Prepare students to write AP Exams that can lead to a university credit.

AP enriched learning opportunities in Science, Math, and English within Grade 9 De-streamed classes. AP Club offers supports and enriched experiences throughout the year for Grade 9 students.