2026 Education Guide

The Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) is the largest Catholic school district in Alberta, serving approximately 64,000 students in 120 schools located in Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Chestermere and Rocky View County. The CCSD educates and empowers students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 through our mission and vision of "Living and Learning in our Catholic Faith, so that students, centred in Christ, realize their full potential."

CAA is a Kindergarten to Grade 12 Alberta Public Charter School with a focus on academic excellence, through Arts Immersion learning. Our innovative and progressive learning environment engages children in the five fine arts: music, visual art, dance, drama, and literary arts to become confident learners and spirited citizens.

Central to Waldorf education is a deep respect for childhood. Our rich Waldorf curriculum fosters intellectual flexibility, creative thinking, and academic success, with an eye to ethics and morality. Movement and time in nature is built into every student’s daily rhythm. Classroom instruction is free of technological devices, ensuring a tactile learning environment. The arts, encompassing music, storytelling, visual arts, and drama, are interwoven through all subjects. Students learn two world languages: French and German. Offering Junior Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Grades 1 through 9.

Located in the heart of Currie Barracks, Clear Water Academy has proudly offered extraordinary Catholic education for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 since 1995. Consistently ranked among Alberta's top schools, we are the only school in Canada to feature the unique Integral Formation® model. Our Junior K and Kindergarten programs provide a dynamic, hands-on learning environment tailored for children aged four to five. To book an in-person tour, contact our Admissions Director at admissions@clearwateracademy.com or call 403-240-7908.

Teaching boys – the Way Boys Learn. North Point School for Boys taps into boys’ natural curiosity and energy as a foundation for lifelong learning. 

River Valley School is an inclusive independent school providing exceptional education and character development to children in preschool (age three) to Grade 6. Students are immersed in play, inquiry, and project-based learning that challenges them to question, explore, and create! Our adaptive model of educational delivery supports different learning styles to ensure that each individual student flourishes.

Rundle is a private, post-secondary preparatory, co-ed, day school. Small class sizes, an enriched curriculum, a personalized learning environment, and diverse co-curricular opportunities are pillars of our three distinct academic programs: the College (Kindergarten to 12), Academy (4 to 12), and virtual Studio (7 to 10). Our Academy and Studio programs specialize in teaching students with diagnosed learning disabilities with or without ADHD.

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School (STS) is a diverse community where students pursue lives of purpose, flourishing emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Situated on a 220-acre campus near Calgary, STS offers academic excellence and a strong sense of community from Kindergarten to Grade 12 as Alberta’s only independent International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school. STS offers a rich learning environment where students can expect more, including small class sizes, integrated learning, over 90 co-curricular activities, a focus on health and wellness, city-wide bussing, and scholarships, all in unique, natural surroundings.

TKS is a ten-month innovation program for students ages 13 to 17, designed to make them future-ready. Through real-world projects, cutting-edge science and technology, and a global community, students build the mindset, skills, and confidence to solve big problems and lead the future. Sessions run in-person in Calgary or virtually, with tuition support and scholarships available. TKS is proudly supported by Calgary Economic Development and the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund. Explore the community at tks.world.

Phoenix Education Foundation is an Alberta-accredited private, non-profit, independent school. Phoenix engages Kindergarten to Grade 9 students in parent-directed or school-directed programming to fulfill the Alberta Education curriculum. Phoenix offers Alberta’s only Kindergarten program for homeschooling families, BlendEd, and home education options for Grades 1 to 9, and ‘in-the-scene’ classes in the Creation Studio, giving students immersive instruction in Science, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Fine Arts.

Our school mission is to prepare students to thrive in university and beyond. This mission will be accomplished by creating an environment of high expectations of achievement, behavior, and service. Webber Academy was incorporated in 1997 as a non-profit company with a mandate to be a high-quality, non-denominational, coeducational, university preparatory, accredited private school. Facilities consist of a Kindercentre for four- and five-year-old students, a main campus building with two large gymnasiums for Grades JK to 12, a modern High School Science Centre, a Performing Arts Centre, 400 metre running track, a soccer field, and cross-country trails through the aspens. The Webber Academy Athletic Park in Springbank features an Indoor Fieldhouse, three baseball fields and a FIFA Artificial Turf Soccer pitch.

West Island College (WIC) is a private, university preparatory school in Calgary for students in Grades 7 to 12. Offering both English and French Immersion streams, WIC delivers innovative programming through its Institute and International Studies programs. The College provides an academically rigorous environment where students build character, explore their passions, and grow into confident leaders – ready to Own Their Future.

We empower learners to ignite their curiosity, build lasting confidence, cultivate lifelong human skills, and develop true agency. We are revolutionizing education by creating rich, meaningful opportunities that inspire deep engagement and growth. We proudly partner with forward-thinking parents, leaders, and innovators to design holistic learning journeys that unlock each child's full potential.

Between Friends provides quality social, recreation, and self-development opportunities for people with disabilities to connect, grow, and belong.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area’s Adult in-school mentoring programs match six- to 12-year-old children and youth with mentors, fostering intentional, evidence-based mentoring relationships which help mentees become more resilient and successful.

Use your free Calgary Public Library card for access to programs, books, movies, music, eBooks, audiobooks, and online resources for the entire family. Students can access free online tutoring with Brainfuse, prepare for tests and final exams with SOLARO, and receive personalized, librarian-endorsed book recommendations from Beanstack. 

CanLearn Society helps children, youth, adults, and families living with literacy, learning, ADHD, and related mental health challenges to learn and thrive. 

Education consulting provides expert guidance to parents and students navigating the education system from preschool through Grade 12. 

Founded in 1963, Connect Society exists to strengthen connections among Deaf, hard-of-hearing and DeafBlind people.

Social service agency serving Alberta's most vulnerable since 1976. We help children, youth and families move from vulnerability to stability and independence.

At Eyedeology, your family’s vision is our priority. Since 2013, we've proudly cared for patients of all ages in Calgary, from children to parents and grandparents. 

Mission: To promote optimal child development by empowering families to be resilient and fostering positive family relationships. Offering programming for perinatal mood disorders (postpartum anxiety and depression), parenting classes, young parents program, youth programming, parent and child together classes, home visitation, and fathering programs.

Inclusion Alberta (formerly Alberta Association for Community Living) is a family-based, non-profit federation that advocates on behalf of children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Learning Disabilities & ADHD Network provides free resources and helpful, reliable information for individuals with a Learning Disability and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as for those who live, play, and work with them. The Network is a collaborative group which fosters action towards meeting the needs of people with LD/ADHD. This non-profit operates through Foothills Academy and is supported by the Calgary Foundation. We're here to help!

The Perfect Attendance Foundation (PAF) is a registered charity organization providing awards for Grade 2 to 6 students in recognition of exemplary attendance throughout the academic year.  We believe there is value in supporting families and schools wanting to encourage children to develop the concept of investing in their own education and the rewards of leading a committed life.

adults. Parent support and consultation is also available. New service: Reading Intervention Program designed to support students with diverse learning profiles who experience persistent reading challenges.

Staffed by parents that have been there, The Children’s Link Society is Calgary’s first and only special needs connection.

Wood’s Homes is a children’s mental health centre that provides treatment and support for children, youth and families with mental health needs. We are a non-profit organization and have been working with families since 1914. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to us.

Early language builds healthy minds. Early Talks free program for children under three years old, helps combat language isolation by increasing caregiver skills and capacity by promoting nurturing relationships; therefore, accelerating child language skill development. Infants and toddlers in Early Talks families vocalized about 50 more times each week during the program than their peers.

Autism Society Alberta (ASA) is a grassroots organization within the autism community connecting to its provincial members through regional partners and networking with agencies and associations throughout the province and nationwide.

BTLC uses the established and well-researched principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to teach preschool and Kindergarten students with the unique learning needs and challenges associated with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. BTLC’s success is based on small class size, intensive and individualized programming using effective, research-based teaching strategies, a high ratio of adult support, and opportunities for integration in community schools.

Foothills Academy provides a specialized full-time school program for students in Grades 3 to 12 with Learning Disabilities. Our supportive environment, small class sizes, and specialized instruction help students find understanding, build confidence, and maximize their potential. With expert teachers, evidence-based strategies, and a strong sense of community, we empower students to grow, succeed, and thrive in school and life.

Opening 2026. We are a small learning pod for Kindergarten to Grade 6 students with learning disabilities such as ADHD, dyslexia and kids who benefit from a small student-teacher ratio. The program is tailored to each child, with interest-based lessons and learning strategies that support their unique educational needs. We accommodate neurodiversity, working together to make education fun, enriching, and straightforward.

Pacekids Programs is a charitable organization that strives to empower children with special needs and their families through excellence in therapy and education. Pacekids provides preschool and Kindergarten programs for children ages two-years-and-eight-months to six years that can be accessed through Program Unit Funding (PUF) with Alberta Education. Pacekids also offers six programs for children aged six months to 12 years funded through Family Services for Children with Disabilities (FSCD).

Providence offers two unique Alberta Education-funded program streams: those based in our own six schools across Calgary and those based in approved community preschools or childcare programs (our LEARN Program). Both programs are designed to support children identified with a delay or disability from ages two-years-and-eight-months to six years old. To attend, a child must qualify for special education funding (Program Unit Funding (PUF)).

Our Academy and Studio programs specialize in teaching students with diagnosed learning disabilities with or without ADHD.

Our play-based, therapeutic, and educational programs are designed to support neurodiverse children and their families during the most critical stages of development – the first five years of a child’s life. Step by Step’s comprehensive approach provides exceptional programming for children 19 months to six years that is intentional and goal-oriented to promote growth and development, while also supporting parents and caregivers on the journey of raising a child with special needs.

Calgary French & International School is a vibrant multilingual learning community where children aged 19 months to 18 years thrive through curiosity and exploration. Students graduate bilingual in French and English and fully fluent in Spanish. Student learning is enriched by International Baccalaureate, UNESCO and travel studies programs that develop compassion, respect, and understanding of other cultures. For 55 years, CFIS students have been inspired to discover the world around them with energy and enthusiasm.

Lycée international de Calgary is an independent French school, part of a network of 600 French schools in 140 countries. Offering full-day programs from preschool to Grade 12, with individualized attention and bilingual learning, it is Calgary's only school accredited by both the French Ministry of Education and Alberta Education. Join us in fostering a transformative bilingual education bringing out excellence in every student.

At Acton Central, academics are just the beginning. Each afternoon, children bring learning to life through real-world, multi-disciplinary projects that build curiosity, confidence, and character. Blending Montessori principles, Socratic dialogue, and hands-on discovery, we nurture holistic growth – academic, social, and emotional. Guides don’t lecture; they inspire and challenge, helping every child think deeply, solve problems, and grow beyond grade level. Because when learning feels meaningful, children don’t just achieve –they thrive. Preschool to Grade 5 (ages three to ten), expanding through Grade 12.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

At Vivo’s preschool, we’ll nurture your little one to become an active learner! We’ll help your child develop a growth mindset through a mix of fun activities that encourage curiosity and trying new things. Your kids will spend an hour being physically active every single class, helping them develop a strong foundation of physical confidence, risk assessment, and gross motor development. They will participate in art, music, physical activity, dramatic play, early literacy, sensory play and more!

Programming includes pre-Kindergarten, half-day Kindergarten Enhancement, and out-of-school care. Please check the website and choose the school location for specific programs available. Pre-Kindergarten is a three- to five-year-old program combining play with learning. We nurture emergent literacy and each class includes music, large motor movement opportunity, circle time, and centre time in our well-equipped and child-centered classrooms. Kindergarten Enhancement is an early literacy half-day program which combines with the child’s half-day in Kindergarten to create a full day at school. Out-of-school care is for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6. 

Help your child enjoy the fun of learning in our well-rounded preschool program. Your child will enjoy story time, art, drama, music activities, a recreational swim (or swim lesson), and lots of time exploring and getting active at the Y. Our play-based curriculum introduces children to physical activity, literacy, mathematics, and science. A fun way to build physical literacy, friendships, and get school-ready! Register for a full or half-year!

A Calgary’s Child Parents’ Choice Award winner for "Best Preschool" and "Honorable Mention" for 14 years! We offer STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math), Jolly Phonics, Learning Without Tears curriculum, weekly Music classes, Science experiments with Captain Science, Spanish classes, daily Gym equipment and games, creative movement, and Yoga. Our literacy-rich program includes an Author of the Month study, author readings, journaling, and a Home Reading program. We have a monthly Virtues Program, Environmental Awareness program, Outdoor Education, Cultural and Art presentations, and class field trips. Register for two-day preschool (for three-year-olds); two-, three-, or five-day Jr. Kindergarten (for four-year-olds); or Kindergarten.

We offer Preschool and Jr. Kindergarten programs for children ages three and four. Since children explore, discover, and learn through play, we offer an enriched environment for this exploration. Our programs include music and movement, gym time, crafts, sand/water tables, numerous play-based centres, and much more! For more information, visit our website. Voted Best Preschool by parents in the 2018, 2019, and 2020, 2022, 2023 Parents’ Choice Awards.

Kidz Choice Preschool now offers a full-day program with all the elements you trust in a high-quality early learning experience. 

Programming includes pre-Kindergarten, half-day Kindergarten Enhancement, and out-of-school care. Please check the website and choose the school location for specific programs available. Pre-Kindergarten is a three- to five-year-old program combining play with learning. We nurture emergent literacy and each class includes music, large motor movement opportunity, circle time, and centre time in our well-equipped and child-centered classrooms. Kindergarten Enhancement is an early literacy half-day program which combines with the child’s half-day in Kindergarten to create a full day at school. Out-of-school care is for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6.  

River Valley School is an inclusive independent school providing exceptional education and character development to children in preschool (age three) to Grade 6. Students are immersed in play, inquiry, and project-based learning that challenges them to question, explore, and create! Our adaptive model of educational delivery supports different learning styles to ensure that each individual student flourishes.

Help your child enjoy the fun of learning in our well-rounded preschool program. Your child will enjoy story time, art, drama, music activities, a recreational swim (or swim lesson), and lots of time exploring and getting active at the Y. 

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Help your child enjoy the fun of learning in our well-rounded preschool program. Your child will enjoy story time, art, drama, music activities, a recreational swim (or swim lesson), and lots of time exploring and getting active at the Y. 

Preschoolers love to be active – they run, jump, sing, leap, and climb at every opportunity. Active learning develops active children who learn to make physical activity part of their lives. Our programs, designed for children two- to four-years-old, promote learning through play, crafts, stories, and educational themes using a variety of resources and amenities under the guidance of our experienced instructors.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Everyone is welcome at the Paperny Family JCC where we offer programs for the entire family! Check out our pre-school and after-school programs, seasonal and summer camps, and our licensed childcare.

Looking for a licensed and affordable Montessori Program that satisfies your child’s educational and social developmental needs? Pathway Montessori's fully equipped Montessori environment is designed to stimulate the absorbent mind of children approximately three to six years old and staffed by trained and dedicated teachers. We are located in Woodbine, SW, with convenient hours from 8:30am to 4:30pm and options for earlier drop-off and later pickup. Ask about our funded ECE Kindergarten full-day program.

Programming includes pre-Kindergarten, half-day Kindergarten Enhancement, and out-of-school care. Please check the website and choose the school location for specific programs available. Pre-Kindergarten is a three- to five-year-old program combining play with learning. We nurture emergent literacy and each class includes music, large motor movement opportunity, circle time, and centre time in our well-equipped and child-centered classrooms. Kindergarten Enhancement is an early literacy half-day program which combines with the child’s half-day in Kindergarten to create a full day at school. Out-of-school care is for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6.

Register in person at Village Square or Southland Leisure Centre or online. Preschoolers love to be active – they run, jump, sing, leap, and climb at every opportunity. Active learning develops active children who learn to make physical activity part of their lives. Our programs, designed for children two- to four-years-old, promote learning through play, crafts, stories, and educational themes using a variety of resources and amenities under the guidance of our experienced instructors.

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Programming includes pre-Kindergarten, half-day Kindergarten Enhancement, and out-of-school care. Please check the website and choose the school location for specific programs available. Pre-Kindergarten is a three- to five-year-old program combining play with learning. We nurture emergent literacy and each class includes music, large motor movement opportunity, circle time, and centre time in our well-equipped and child-centered classrooms. Kindergarten Enhancement is an early literacy half-day program which combines with the child’s half-day in Kindergarten to create a full day at school. Out-of-school care is for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6.

Help your child enjoy the fun of learning in our well-rounded preschool program. Your child will enjoy story time, art, drama, music activities, a recreational swim (or swim lesson), and lots of time exploring and getting active at the Y. Our play-based curriculum introduces children to physical activity, literacy, mathematics, and science. A fun way to build physical literacy, friendships, and get school-ready! Register for a full or half-year!

Fueling Brains Academy is an award-winning daycare and preschool that accepts infants and children up to Kindergarten-age. We offer parents a safe, clean, caring environment with a strong educational program, based on the latest in brain development research. Our learning environments encourage the wonderment of play, physical movement, and social interaction. Our educational approach integrates right-brain, left-brain, and movement learning into a program designed to build strong, healthy, whole-brain children. There are seven locations in Calgary and one in Strathmore.

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School (STS) is a diverse community where students pursue lives of purpose, flourishing emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Situated on a 220-acre campus near Calgary, STS offers academic excellence and a strong sense of community from Kindergarten to Grade 12 as Alberta’s only independent International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school. STS offers a rich learning environment where students can expect more, including small class sizes, integrated learning, over 90 co-curricular activities, a focus on health and wellness, city-wide bussing, and scholarships, all in unique, natural surroundings.

Get a head start on winter with our Early Season Camps. Join the fun at Christmas Camps – where holiday cheer begins! Family Day Camps are a favorite for making friends and memories, and when school’s out, Spring Break Camps bring sunny-day adventures your kids will love!

Since 2008, Calgary Reptile Parties has offered in-class programs to schools throughout Southern Alberta. Specifically designed for the curriculum, programs are a great addition for all ages from preschool to high school. Whether adding to your homeschooling or having a full school assembly, Calgary Reptile Parties brings life to living system studies. Students meet jumping geckos, colorful snakes, friendly dragons, multi-legged millipedes, furry tarantulas, huge boa constrictors, and more while learning about the lives and care of these amazing animals! Join the adventure with Calgary Reptile Parties!

Send your kids to Heritage Park’s PD Camps for a full day of fun and learning when school’s out. Each camp offers hands-on, history-filled adventures—exploring the Prairies, discovering past technologies, and learning about Indigenous ways of life. It’s an easy way to plan ahead and give your kids a memorable day at the Park. Camps run on select dates from September 2025 to May 2026.

PD Camps keeps kids ages five to 12 busy exploring different sports and games, plus some time in the pool during those days off from school. 

We offer kids PD day art camps and week-long spring and summer camps.

Join us for a play-in-a-day style program where students will create their own play all within a safe theatre space. Students, along with their instructor, will write, produce, cast and rehearse a show all their own culminating in a final presentation at the end of the day. The show will use contributions made by each and every student giving them ownership over the final product.

From PD Day Camps to School Programs and Self-Guided Field Trips, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo makes learning wild! School groups (K–12) enjoy discounted admission and complimentary chaperones – plus, our PD Day Camps offer kids a one-of-a-kind zoo adventure with our amazing education team.

Unplug with YMCA Day Camps! Your child will be active and have fun this winter break by taking part in a variety of activities including active play, cooperative games, creative exploration and more. Camps will include swimming.

Sing! Dance! Act! Youth Singers of Calgary (YSC) is a vibrant performing arts company and an exceptional education program that encompasses singing, dancing, and theatre arts for ages three-and-a-half to adult. We also offer performing arts-based PD-day, spring, and summer camps for Grades 1 to 6.