Edmonton Academy

Canada, Edmonton

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Fees CA$11,000 - 12,500

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 1983

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, SEN focussed

Typical class size 12

Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Edmonton Academy is an independent school in Edmonton serving Grades 3–12 with diagnosed learning disorders. It teaches the Alberta Education curriculum in a Canadian context, with a clear SEN focus and a structured, supportive learning environment designed to rebuild confidence in learning. The school operates as an Alberta Education-designated special education institution and is governed by the Edmonton Academy Society for Learning Disabled, a registered charity and not-for-profit organization with a volunteer board. Classrooms emphasize small sizes, explicit, systematic instruction, and universal design for learning, alongside a daily learning strategies block and targeted tutoring to build executive functioning and self-regulation. Visual Arts is taught by a credentialed artist, integrating arts with core academics. Family partnerships are strong, and donor involvement supports access to specialized education. Since 1983, Edmonton Academy has helped students develop skills, independence, and a positive attitude toward learning within a stable, predictable setting. It welcomes international families.

Unit 2-810 Saddleback Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 4W4

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The Essentials

Location

Unit 2-810 Saddleback Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 4W4. Edmonton Academy is in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The office hours are Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM.

Stages

Grades 3–12

Type

Independent school

Additional learning support

Specialized education for students with diagnosed specific learning disorders; small class sizes; individualized support; explicit, structured instruction; Alberta Education curriculum.

Country affiliation

Canada

School day structure

School day runs 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

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Fees

Application / Registration Fees

- CAD 2,250 non-refundable tuition deposit required to hold placement.
- CAD 500 one-time, non-refundable enrollment fee for new students.

Tuition fees (2026–2027 academic year) — by year group

- Grades 3–6: CAD 11,000 per year.
- Per-term / installment breakdown under the school's stated payment schedule (deposit + two instalments):
- Upon registration (deposit): CAD 2,250.
- September (50% of remaining tuition): CAD 4,375. (Calculation: 50% of CAD 11,000 minus CAD 2,250 = 50% of CAD 8,750 = CAD 4,375.)
- December (remaining balance): CAD 4,375.

- Grades 7–12: CAD 12,500 per year.
- Per-term / installment breakdown under the school's stated payment schedule (deposit + two instalments):
- Upon registration (deposit): CAD 2,250.
- September (50% of remaining tuition): CAD 5,125. (Calculation: 50% of CAD 12,500 minus CAD 2,250 = 50% of CAD 10,250 = CAD 5,125.)
- December (remaining balance): CAD 5,125.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Initial payment on registration: CAD 2,250 (applied as a non-refundable deposit to hold the student's place).
- Remaining tuition is split into two instalments: 50% of the remaining balance due in September and the final balance due in December.
- The CAD 2,250 deposit and the CAD 500 new-student enrollment fee are non-refundable.

Boarding fees

- Boarding / residential provision: Not applicable. Edmonton Academy operates as a day school and does not charge boarding/residential fees.

Other costs and fees

- School supplies: Families are provided a school supplies list and are responsible for required supplies; a supplies list is available through the school's parent resources.
- Hot-lunch program: A hot-lunch resource is maintained under Parent/Resources; hot-lunch items are charged as applicable through the school's hot-lunch arrangements.
- Bursary / financial aid: A limited number of bursaries are available for families demonstrating financial need. Bursaries typically range from CAD 1,000 to CAD 5,000 and are approved for one year (families must reapply annually). Application deadline and decision timing are published by the school.

Refund information

- The CAD 2,250 tuition deposit required to hold placement is non-refundable. The CAD 500 one-time enrollment fee for new students is non-refundable.
- Bursaries are awarded for one year and do not cover full tuition in most cases; terms of any bursary award are set by the school and must be renewed each academic year.

Fee payment options

- Credit card payments: Accepted via a third-party service (Plastiq); a service fee is charged by Plastiq to the payer.
- Electronic transfer: E-transfer to info@edmontonacademy.com is accepted.

Tax / receipts

- Official tax receipts for tuition paid are issued in February for the previous calendar year; tuition paid may be eligible to be claimed as a medical expense where applicable.

(All amounts shown in Canadian dollars, CAD.)

Academics

Curriculum

The school serves students in Grades 3–12 with diagnosed specific learning disorders. Edmonton Academy is an Alberta Education-designated special education school. The focus is on a structured, supportive learning environment where teachers address individual learning needs by recognizing students' strengths and rebuilding confidence in learning.

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Admissions

Edmonton Academy welcomes students with diagnosed learning disabilities and serves students with Specific Learning Disorders in reading, writing, and/or mathematics. To qualify, a student must have a psycho-educational assessment confirming one of the following diagnoses: Specific Learning Disorder in Written Expression (Dysgraphia); Specific Learning Disorder in Reading (Dyslexia); Specific Learning Disorder in Mathematics (Dyscalculia). Additional diagnoses may be present, but one of the above must be present. Students with cognitive or intellectual disabilities are not served. A diagnosis of ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder alone is insufficient for admission. Grades served: 3–12. High School Focus provides academic streams leading to a high school diploma. Knowledge and Employability courses are not offered currently.

Scholarships

Edmonton Academy offers bursary support for families demonstrating financial need. Bursaries are funded through parent and community donations. Eligibility & Requirements: Completed Bursary Application Form; CRA Notice of Assessment from the most recent tax year. A bursary request is considered only after a student is registered. Deadlines & Decisions: Application deadline June 25, 2026; Decisions in August. Bursaries typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 and do not cover full tuition. Bursaries are approved for one year only. Families must reapply annually. A student may not receive a bursary for more than three consecutive years.

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FAQs

Where is Edmonton Academy located?

Edmonton Academy is at Unit 2-810 Saddleback Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 4W4. It operates as a day school in Edmonton with office hours Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. The school serves students in Grades 3–12 who have diagnosed specific learning disorders.

What grades does Edmonton Academy serve and what is its school type?

The school serves Grades 3–12 and specializes in students with diagnosed specific learning disorders. It is a co-educational, independent, non-profit Alberta Education-designated special education school, functioning as a day school.

What curriculum does Edmonton Academy follow?

Edmonton Academy follows the Alberta Education curriculum within a universal design for learning framework. The program emphasizes explicit, structured instruction, small class sizes, and individualized supports to help students with learning differences.

What are the tuition fees and how is payment arranged?

Tuition is CAD 11,000 per year for Grades 3–6 and CAD 12,500 per year for Grades 7–12. A non-refundable CAD 2,250 registration deposit is due to hold a place, along with a CAD 500 new-student enrollment fee. The remaining balance is split into two installments, paid in September and December.

Are there bursaries or financial aid options?

A limited number of bursaries are available for families in financial need, typically ranging from CAD 1,000 to CAD 5,000 and awarded for one year. Applications require a completed Bursary Application Form and the CRA Notice of Assessment, with decisions usually made in August after registration; bursaries must be renewed each year and do not cover full tuition.

What is the admissions process and what diagnoses are required?

Admission requires a psycho-educational assessment confirming one of the specified learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia, or dyscalculia). ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder alone does not qualify, and cognitive or intellectual disabilities are not served. The school serves Grades 3–12 and provides a high school diploma focus.

How big are classes and what is the teaching approach?

Edmonton Academy uses small class sizes with a low teacher-to-student ratio. Instruction is explicit and structured, guided by universal design for learning, with a daily learning strategies block and tutoring to support progress and independence.

What diploma pathways are available for high school?

In high school, Edmonton Academy provides academic streams leading to a high school diploma. Knowledge and Employability courses are not offered currently.

What kind of learning environment and facilities are provided?

Classrooms are designed within a universal design for learning framework, offering a structured and predictable environment. There are embedded supports for cognitive processes, executive functioning and self-regulation, plus a daily learning strategies block and tutoring to support student progress.

Are there sports facilities at Edmonton Academy?

Sports facilities are not listed in the provided information; the school is described as a day school focusing on structured classrooms and learning supports rather than on athletic facilities.

What arts or extracurricular activities are available?

Visual Arts is offered and taught by a qualified teacher, reflecting Edmonton Academy's inclusion of arts alongside core academics. Other extracurricular activities are not listed in the available information.

How does the school involve families and the wider community?

Edmonton Academy values strong partnerships with families and the broader community, with ongoing communication and parent participation in school events and initiatives. Donor involvement is encouraged to support access to specialized education.

What wellbeing and SEN support does Edmonton Academy provide?

The school supports students with diagnosed Specific Learning Disorders through an individualized approach, a universal design for learning framework, and explicit instruction. It emphasizes executive functioning and self-regulation, with a Safe and Caring School Policy governing safeguarding.

Is there English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?

EAL support is not listed among the offerings in the available information.

What safeguarding measures are in place at the school?

Safeguarding is governed by a Safe and Caring School Policy, which outlines how students are protected and supported within the school community.

Is Edmonton Academy a boarding school?

No. Edmonton Academy operates as a day school; boarding is not applicable.

Is there a uniform policy at Edmonton Academy?

Uniform policy is not listed in the available information.

How is the school governed and what is its governance structure?

The school is governed by a Board of Directors and operates as a non-profit society and registered charity. It is managed by the Edmonton Academy Society for Learning Disabled, with accountability to Alberta Education through annual reports and plans.

Does Edmonton Academy hold any accreditations or awards?

The available information does not list external accreditations or awards; the school is designated by Alberta Education as a special education school.

What makes Edmonton Academy unique in its approach to learning?

Edmonton Academy specializes in teaching students with diagnosed specific learning disorders using a structured, supportive environment, small class sizes, universal design for learning, and targeted supports like daily learning strategies and tutoring, all aligned with the Alberta Education curriculum.

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