Calgary Private Schools

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Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School (STS), located on 220 acres, is Alberta's only Kindergarten to Grade 12, full IB coed day school. They develop well-balanced students for a life of purpose by inspiring excellence in scholarship, leadership, and character.

Great schools exist when there is a strong partnership between home and school. We share a priority—the well-being and educational success of your children.”
Carol Grant Watt, Head of School, Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School

Calgary, a city rich with nature, culture, and fantastic urban life, offers a variety of excellent local private schools. There are great Calgary private schools in the Downtown West End, Crescent Heights, Mount Royal, Bridgeland, Riverside, Renfrew, Beltline, Eau Claire, and Mayland. You will notice numerous types of schools, including boarding, Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, special needs, Christian, preschool, gifted, AP, and IB. These schools have wide-ranging costs, from as low as $3000 per year. They're offered at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Read more

List of Calgary schools


featured Rundle Academy & Rundle Studio View Profile Calgary, Alberta 4 to 12 Coed $10,350 to $19,675 Our Academy (in-person) and Studio (online) personalized programs are designed for students with a diagnosed learning disability to achieve their potential through outstanding support within and outside the classroom. Day/eSchool Traditional	Rundle Academy & Rundle Studio	10350	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day eSchool Coed
featured Banbury Crossroads School View Profile Calgary, Alberta Crowchild Trail/Flanders Ave JK to 12 Coed $20,800 to $24,800 Choose to Succeed, at Banbury Crossroads School. We offer a truly unique learning experience, with self-directed, collaborative, tutorial-style classrooms that average 8:1 students per teacher. Day Progressive User Reviews (2)	Banbury Crossroads School	20800	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Calgary French & International School View Profile Calgary, Alberta PS to 12 Coed $7,490 to $14,310 As western Canada's leader in French immersion education, Calgary French & International School students are active leaders and global citizens, graduating with a foundation for life long success. Day Progressive International Baccalaureate User Reviews (1)	Calgary French & International School	7490	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
West Island College (Calgary) View Profile Calgary, Alberta Blackfoot Trail S.E/Glenmore Trail 7 to 12 Coed $20,568 With 100% post-secondary acceptance, WIC empowers students to follow their passions, be creative and embrace challenges. A rigorous curriculum along with hands-on learning ensures a well-rounded experience for students. Day Traditional User Reviews (2)	West Island College (Calgary)	20568	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Glenmore Christian Academy View Profile Calgary, Alberta 162 Ave SW/24 St SW JK to 9 Coed $3,210 to $7,595 Glenmore Christian Academy (GCA) is a private school in Calgary with specialist educators in academics, arts, and athletics. Our mission is to Teach Truth, Inspire Excellence, Experience Christ and Serve through Love. Day Traditional	Glenmore Christian Academy	3210	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Rundle College View Profile Calgary, Alberta 17 Avenue SW/69 Street SW K to 12 Coed $15,250 to $20,450 Rundle students enter their post-secondary schools of choice thanks to our enriched academics and character, leadership, and wellness pillars. We proudly live by our values, Together: Be Kind, Be Curious, Be Well. Day Traditional	Rundle College	15250	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Calgary Academy & Calgary Collegiate View Profile Calgary, Alberta K to 12 Coed $15,625 to $20,300 Academy is strengths-based and remediation-focused. Collegiate is for those learning at or above grade-level. Blended+ is for Grades 9-12 to learn their own way, including online, at home, and off-campus. Day Traditional	Calgary Academy & Calgary Collegiate	15625	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Calgary Waldorf School View Profile Calgary, Alberta JK to 9 Coed $3,890 to $14,850 Calgary Waldorf School’s rich and engaging curriculum carefully balances academic, artistic and practical activities to stimulate intelligence and encourage creativity. Day Waldorf	Calgary Waldorf School	3890	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Foothills Academy View Profile Calgary, Alberta 37 Street NW/Bowness Rd NW 3 to 12 Coed $15,900 Foothills Academy is an independent school for students with diagnosed Learning Disabilities in grades 3 - 12. Small class sizes allow the experienced staff to create a positive learning environment. Day Traditional User Reviews (1)	Foothills Academy	15900	MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Lycée international de Calgary View Profile Calgary, Alberta Garrison Blvd SW/33 Ave SW PS to 12 Coed $15,390 to $20,000 Lycée international de Calgary is the only school in Calgary to teach the French Ministry of Education and Alberta Education curricula. 3-years-old to Grade 12. All linguistic backgrounds are welcome. Small class sizes. Day/Homestay Traditional User Reviews (2)	Lycée international de Calgary	15390	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Homestay Coed
River Valley School View Profile Calgary, Alberta Bowness Rd NW/Bow Crescent NW PS to 6 Coed $9,013 to $16,750 River Valley is a Pre-K to Gr. 6 school that harnesses the innate curiosity in children to ensure that every student will flourish academically and socially. Day Progressive	River Valley School	9013	Preschool Kindergarten Elementary Day Coed
North Point School View Profile Calgary, Alberta 17th Ave SW/Richmond Road SW K to 12 Boys/Coed/Girls $14,000 to $16,000 In addition to academics, our focus on mentorship, hands-on learning in and outside the classroom, and character development, will allow our students to thrive academically and personally as they discover who they are. Day Progressive User Reviews (1)	North Point School	14000	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Day Day Boys Coed Girls
Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School View Profile Okotoks, Alberta Range Road 12/306 Ave W K to 12 Coed $18,020 to $25,220 Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School is an independent, private coeducational, full IB (primary, middle, and diploma programme) day school for Kindergarten - Grade 12 close to Calgary, AB. Day Traditional International Baccalaureate	Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School	18020	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools HighSchools Day Coed
Calgary Changemaker School View Profile Calgary, Alberta 16th Ave/Range Rd 33 K to 7 Coed $12,950 to $15,950 -Passionate Learning: learning should be joyful and for life, not just for tests. -Skills for a Modern World: building the confidence to be leaders and Changemakers. -Holistic Wellbeing: creating conditions to thrive. Day Progressive Reggio Emilia	Calgary Changemaker School	12950	Kindergarten Elementary MiddleSchools Day Coed

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Searching for a Calgary private school

When searching for a private school in Calgary, you should check to see if the school is registered with and respected by the Alberta Board of Education. Be sure to use all the online research tools you can find and to verify a school's accreditation. You may also use Our Kids' resources, such as virtual tours of some of Calgary's private schools and guides on how to choose the right school for your kid. You can also attend our annual Calgary private school expo in the fall.

During your research process, you should consult myriad unique sources to learn about the reputation of the school and find out if they can give you references. Talk to a school's teachers, students, and their parents. Be sure you fully comprehend the system of Alberta's private schools.

Some things to consider when checking out private schools:

Visit more than one private school. Indeed, many of Calgary's schools have varying educational philosophies, so one school may be quite different than the last one that you visited. Compare and contrast the schools that you toured.
Request references from other parents. Our Kids also hesitantly offers some Calgary school rankings based on specific, verifiable factors including admission rate, cost, age and other factors.
Meeting face-to-face with some teachers and administrators could be extremely useful and telling. Ask general questions that will allow them to discuss their level of commitment and their philosophies. Do they offer extra-help? If so, how often are extra-help sessions? How involved are they in extracurricular activities? What do they think is the most challenging and/or most rewarding part of being a teacher?

Affording private schools

The province of Alberta might help you reduce the expense of your child's private school education by providing schools that meet a specific criterion with provincial grants. Click here to read more about Alberta Education's private schools grant system.

Furthermore, many of Calgary's private schools themselves will assist you in funding your child's education through scholarships and bursaries. The former refers to merit-based payments that your child may earn through great marks, an extremely successful entrance examination, outstanding community involvement, or remarkable achievements in a particular area, such as arts or athletics. In contrast, bursaries are a form of financial aid that a school pays based on your needs. Whether you are applying for scholarships or for bursaries, you ought to do so early, as schools typically have strict application deadlines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Calgary private schools are there?
There are 14 Calgary private schools that are Our Kids trusted members.

How much is tuition at Calgary private schools?
Tuition fees for Calgary private schools range from $3,210 to $26,843 per year with an average tuition of $15,710 per year.

What’s the largest school?
Of the Calgary private schools, the largest is Glenmore Christian Academy with 1007 students in Grades JK to 9.

Are Calgary private schools good?
We interviewed both parents and students. You can read reviews about Calgary private schools on this page.

Is there a private school expo where I can meet with Calgary private schools?
Yes. You can meet with private schools and education experts at the Our Kids Private School Expos held every year in September and October. These events are designed for both parents and students. Find event details and ticket info here.

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Calgary Private Schools

Find Calgary schools listed below.

List of Calgary schools

Searching for a Calgary private school

Affording private schools

Frequently Asked Questions

In the spotlight:

Sustainability, responsibility, and accessibility (in service of student success)

Focusing on more than just academics

Focusing on affordability in private education

Where learning takes root

Start here: Five steps to finding the perfect school.

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