Plan your school visit to our national landmark

The Ontario Ministry of Education includes Sainte-Marie as a landmark for curriculum expectations, and we take that designation very seriously.

This nationally significant historic attraction has been delivering educational programs to the school community for over 40 years. We are proud to offer you and your students some of the most outstanding educational opportunities available in the province of Ontario.

Tours of the historic attraction, along with education programs, offer interactive activities that correspond to the development of learning outside of the classroom. Education adventures at Sainte-Marie link directly with curriculum requirements for grades 3, 6 and 7. These include the contributions of Ontario's Aboriginal people, the impact of European newcomers and their explorations, and the development of New France.

A wide variety of programs

Our skilled and experienced interpreters will teach and engage your students through exploration, story-telling, lively discussion, comparisons, and “hands-on” activities. They like kids and they love history. Their mission is to connect your class to the past, in a spirit of discovery and fun.

We offer half-day, full-day and winter programs to suit your teaching requirements. Programs can also be tailored for Secondary School levels and English as a Second Language students. A lunchroom has been designed especially for students bringing their own lunches. This bright and modern open concept facility accommodates 75 students and is wheelchair accessible. It is equipped with hand-washing stations, a juice and water vending machine, and knap-sack storage.

Discovery Harbour, located in nearby Penetanguishene, also offers enhanced education programs. Please refer to www.discoveryharbour.on.ca for more information on Discovery Harbour education programs.

We are pleased to offer lunch menu options for students. Click here to see our menu. [PDF 42 KB / 1 Page]