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Educated Choices

Why Parents Choose Independent Schools

See how independent schools contribute to Alberta's diverse educational landscape and prepare students for success

JUST
THE
FACTS

There exist a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding Alberta’s independent schools, about what they offer in terms of programming, and what it costs Alberta taxpayers.

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ALBERTA’S
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS...

ALBERTA’S
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS...

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... SAVE TAXPAYERS MONEY

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... SERVE KIDS FROM AVERAGE MIDDLE CLASS ALBERTA FAMILIES

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... CONTRIBUTE TO SOCIETY

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... HAVE A HUGE DIVERSITY AMONG THEIR STUDENT POPULATION

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Choosing the right school

All parents want the best for their children, and that includes choosing a school that
best fits their values and beliefs.
#educatedchoices
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“We knew that we wanted a school, a school system, that was in line with our beliefs.”
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“Because of the dedicated, committed and faithful staff who are spending their days with our children.”
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“I feel like my child is not just another number.”
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“This year has been an absolute game-changer since my son enrolled in an independent school.”

Consider an independent school for your child.

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    Values

    Each year, Alberta’s independent schools provide a supportive and nurturing learning environment for over 34,000 students. Over 90% of publicly accredited K-12 schools in the province are voluntary members of AISCA.
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    Accreditation

    Independent schools must comply with Alberta Education learning standards.
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    Location

    Independent schools have existed since before Alberta became a province in 1905, and are located throughout the province.
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    Abilities

    For every child, there is an independent school that’s the right fit.
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    Policies

    Alberta Education monitors and requires audits, annual reports and three-year plans, verification of all teaching credentials, and on-site visits for all independent schools.
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    Tuition

    Independent schools receive less than half the funding per student as public schools do. The majority of their funding comes from fundraising and tuition.
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    Teacher/Pupil Ratio

    The average class size in Alberta’s independent schools is 20 students.
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    Breadth of Courses

    Independent schools offer parents a level of choice not available in the public system.