Charter Schools
Charter schools are autonomous non-profit public schools designed to provide innovative or enhanced education programs that improve the acquisition of student skills, attitudes and knowledge in some measurable way.
Charter schools have characteristics that set them apart from other public schools in meeting the needs of a particular group of students through a specific program or teaching/learning approach while following Alberta Education's Program of Studies.
The Charter School Handbook outlines the procedures for establishing a Charter school.
Click here for information on the Charter School Amended Regulation.
Click here to view information on Charter School Concept Paper.
Click here to view the results of consultation on charter schools that occurred in 2011.
Minister’s Dialogue on Charter Schools in Alberta’s Future – June 2011
Action on Research and Innovation: The Future of Charter Schools in Alberta – September 2011
Click here to view information on Charter School Background Information.
Click here to view a list of Charter Schools in Alberta.
Click here to view information on Charter schools and special education.
For additional information contact Marlene Lambe, Provincial Coordinator, Charter Schools, Zone 5 Services, FNMI and Field Services Sector, at 403-297-5022 (toll-free by dialing 310–0000 first) .