Tamil learning in Montreal · Since 2019

A place where Tamil feels like home.

தமிழைக் கற்போம். தலைமுறைகளை இணைப்போம்.

Children learn to read, write, speak, and understand Tamil in a warm community setting—guided by a structured curriculum and dedicated volunteer teachers.

Sunday10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Ages 5+Level-based placement
ATAVerified Member School ↗
Children learning Tamil with a volunteer teacher
Every Sunday in Kirkland3640 Boul. Saint-Charles
READ•படிப்போம்•WRITE•எழுதுவோம்•SPEAK•பேசுவோம்•CONNECT
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Our school

Language becomes belonging.

Quebec Tamil Kalvi Nilayam began in September 2019 with a simple purpose: to give children in our community a meaningful connection to Tamil.

Introduced to Tamil families through Tamilagam Quebec community events, the school has grown through the commitment of volunteer teachers, academic leaders, parents, council members, and community supporters.

“மொழி என்பது நம் தலைமுறைகளை இணைக்கும் பாலம்.

Why learn Tamil?

An ancient language with a living future.

Tamil connects children with family, identity, literature, and a global community that spans generations and continents.

80M+

Global speakers

Tamil is spoken by communities across India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, and beyond.

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Official-language regions

Tamil has official-language status in Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka, and Singapore, with recognition in several other countries.

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Language and literature

Learning Tamil gives children direct access to a rich literary tradition, cultural values, stories, and family history.

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The learning journey

Strong foundations.
Confident voices.

Students progress through four connected language skills with age-appropriate instruction, guided practice, and regular feedback.

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Read படித்தல்

Letters, sounds, words, and increasingly complex passages.

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Write எழுதுதல்

Handwriting, spelling, sentence formation, and expression.

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Speak பேசுதல்

Conversation, recitation, pronunciation, and participation.

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Understand புரிதல்

Listening comprehension through stories and activities.

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ATA
A Member School of the American Tamil Academy

QTKN follows the American Tamil Academy curriculum, providing students with a structured learning pathway from foundational Tamil to higher levels.

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Connected to ATA

Official learning resources

Quick access to the American Tamil Academy resources supporting our curriculum and school year.

2026–2027 school year

Ready to begin?

New students receive a friendly level evaluation so they can start in the class that supports them best.

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WhenSundays · 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
WhereUCMAS Kirkland · 3640 Boul. Saint-Charles
New student registration$25
Monthly tuition$25
Books$50

Leadership & accountability

Built for continuity.
Guided by experience.

The school’s structure brings together continuous administration, academic guidance, and rotating governance oversight.

Executive Administration

Administration and continuity

Mr. Arun Venkatesan

Academic Council

Academic guidance

  • Dr. Muthu Packirisamy · Chair
  • Palani Swamy · Co-Chair
  • Dr. Sriraman Rajagopalan · Member
Governing Council

Governance and school operations

  • Mr. Arun Venkatesan
  • Ms. Ambika Kiri Subramanian
  • Ms. Saranya Sridhar