KLC Programming

Supports students who are disengaged for a variety of reasons. Students are supported through a small class setting with a personalized learning program. Classes follow a full semester schedule. Transportation is not guaranteed.

Referrals to this program happen through a student’s home school and LDSB Attendance Counsellors.

For adult students and high school students who have not engaged with or experienced success in typical school environments. Learners work on one courses at a time (non-semestered) through an e-learning model with in-person support towards OSSD or upgrading courses at the college or workplace level. Transportation is not provided.

For students currently registered in LDSB schools, home schools can make a referral to KLC.  For students currently not in school, they can register directly either using the information on the website or by contacting the school.

Designed for self-identified Indigenous elementary students who are disengaged in their regular classroom. The Bridge Program combines the Ontario Curriculum with Indigenous pedagogies to provide a holistic learning opportunity through cultural programming and land-based practices.  

Referrals to this program happen through a student’s home school and through a connection with the LDSB Indigenous Team.

River focuses on Indigenous educational experiences and cultural learning, with a goal of building trusting relationships in a safe, welcoming environment for self-identified Indigenous students. The program is run in partnership with the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest. Classes follow a full semester schedule.

Referrals to this program happen through a student’s home school and through a connection with the LDSB Indigenous Team.

Alternative educational programming for students requiring significant support/ intervention, who are at risk for long-term suspension/expulsion, or have police/court conditions preventing them from attending their Home School.

This specialty program requires involvement and referral through home schools and additional LDSB Student Support teams – Safe Schools, Attendance Counsellors, Ed Services etc.

Educational Services program designed to engage students who have not been able to access the curriculum in their regular classrooms due to social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. Classes follow a full semester schedule while also building important self-regulation and socio-emotional skills.

This specialty program requires involvement and referral through home schools and additional LDSB Student Support teams – Safe Schools, Attendance Counsellors, Ed Services etc.

Educational Services half-day program that supports students whose mental health needs has directly impacted their school attendance and ability to engage in academics. Mental health support is provided through a partnership with KHSC.

This specialty program requires involvement and referral through home schools and additional LDSB Student Support teams – Safe Schools, Attendance Counsellors, Ed Services etc.