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.
Here are the Facts
ALBERTA’S
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS...
... 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.
best fits their values and beliefs.
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“We knew that we wanted a school, a school system, that was in line with our beliefs.”
“Because of the dedicated, committed and faithful staff who are spending their days with our children.”
“I feel like my child is not just another number.”
“This year has been an absolute game-changer since my son enrolled in an independent school.”
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.
Accreditation
Independent schools must comply with Alberta Education learning standards.
Location
Independent schools have existed since before Alberta became a province in 1905, and are located throughout the province.
Abilities
For every child, there is an independent school that’s the right fit.
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.
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.
Teacher/Pupil Ratio
The average class size in Alberta’s independent schools is 20 students.
Breadth of Courses
Independent schools offer parents a level of choice not available in the public system.