School Choices & Education Institutions

Alberta's education system offers many choices in the types of school programs at the Kindergarten to Grade 12 level and many options for further education through post-secondary institutions or apprenticeship and industry training.

School Choice
Choice is one of the important principles that Alberta's education system is built on. Find out more about the wide range of options parents and students can choose from when it comes to selecting a school and some of the personal considerations.

School choices in Alberta - a wide variety of options give students the learning edge

Parents and students have more school and program options today than ever before.

As a parent, it is important to consider several factors when deciding on the best school for your child. You may want to think about his or her learning and language needs, religious beliefs, skills and talents, and athletic or extracurricular activities.

There are a variety of programs available in the province's many excellent public, separate, Francophone, charter and private schools. These options allow you to select a school program tailored to your child's individual needs and interests.

Recognizing that a traditional learning environment does not work for everyone, Alberta's education system is designed to meet the unique needs of every student. That is why a variety of innovative programs - including distance learning, outreach, online and home education programs-are available should you and your child decide on an alternative learning path.

This flexibility and choice reflects a quality education system that meets every learner's needs. It also gives you the choice to decide what is best for your child.

Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) Options
Alberta's AIT system offers education choices for a career in the trades that may begin during or after high school.