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Calgary International Academy

Canada, Calgary

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$5,400 - 10,200
Ages 3 - 10 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Canadian Curriculum
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction

Calgary International Academy is a private, non-profit K–6 school in Calgary, Alberta, serving children aged 3 to 10. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside the Education Program of Study, and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. It operates as an Accredited-Funded Independent School. Classrooms support inquiry-based, hands-on learning, with STEAM integrated into curriculum to develop 21st‑century skills. The campus includes a gymnasium. Extracurriculars include field trips and a Parent Volunteer Program, with criminal record checks as required. The school emphasizes community partnerships, including collaboration with the Livingston Homeowners Association and PAC initiatives, to foster belonging. Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Learning are integrated, daily Circle practices are used, and an International Day celebration promotes cultural inclusion. Led by Head of School Angelina McMullin and governed by a Board chaired by James R. Dagel, the school prepares students for university, college, and lifelong learning.

1248 Livingston Way NE, Calgary, Alberta T3P 0V6

The Essentials

Calgary International Academy has instruction in English.

Location
1248 Livingston Way NE, Calgary, AB T3P 0V6, Canada. Calgary International Academy is a private, non-profit Accredited-Funded Independent School located in the northeast Livingston area of Calgary, Alberta. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and integrates STEAM with the Alberta Education Program of Study.

Stages
K-6 (Kindergarten to Grade 6)

Type
Private, non-profit Accredited-Funded Independent School

Additional learning support
ESL support for English as a Second Language learners is provided by homeroom teachers; students with speech or occupational therapy needs receive targeted support through an Individualized Program Plan (IPP).

Country affiliation
Canada

School day structure
Pre-K: Full-Day 9:00–3:00; AM 9:00–12:00; PM 12:00–3:00. Kindergarten: 9:00–3:00. Grades 1–6: 9:00–3:30. A daily Before- and After-School STEAM program is available.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Navy blue polo shirt with logo (mandatory).

Food Options
Every child must bring a lunch kit with healthy snacks from home daily. The school is not a nut-free zone; nuts should be kept to a minimum. Snack times are scheduled: 10:00am morning snack, 12:00 noon lunch, and 2:00pm afternoon snack.

Governance and Ownership
Non-profit private educational institution; accredited-funded independent school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Calgary International Academy ranges from CAD 5,400 to CAD 10,200 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees

- New student non-refundable registration fee: CAD 200. This fee is required at the time of application and must be submitted together with the first month's tuition (September) to secure registration.
- Returning student non-refundable registration fee: CAD 50, payable at re-registration.

Tuition fees (monthly rates by year group)

(All tuition fees are charged monthly and include school supplies.)

- Pre-Kindergarten (Full-Day, 9:00–15:00): CAD 850 per month.
- Pre-Kindergarten (AM, 09:00–12:00): CAD 450 per month.
- Pre-Kindergarten (PM, 12:00–15:00): CAD 450 per month.
- Kindergarten (Full-Day, 09:00–15:00): CAD 750 per month.
- Grade 1 (09:00–15:30): CAD 750 per month.
- Grades 2–6 (09:00–15:30): CAD 725 per month for each grade (Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6).

Before/After school and extended-day program fees (monthly)

- Before program (AM 8:00–9:00): CAD 90 per month.
- After program (PM 15:00–17:00): CAD 180 per month.
- Combined AM & PM: CAD 270 per month.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- First payment required at application: the non-refundable registration fee plus the first month's tuition (September) are due at the time of application to initiate processing.
- Regular monthly billing: monthly tuition is collected on the 1st of each month. For the 2026/27 registration process, monthly tuition payments are collected October through June via Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) or the school's chosen monthly collection method. A voided cheque or completed PAD form is used to set up monthly withdrawals.
- Late payment charge: a CAD 50 late fee will be applied for late payments; late fees are invoiced and debited with the next month's tuition.
- NSF / returned-payment fee: CAD 50 per NSF transaction. Persistent non-payment may result in cancellation of services.
- Withdrawal: a written withdrawal request must be sent to the school's accounting address; one calendar month's notice is required (request must be received by the first day of the month to take effect for the following month). Service fees for a month already in effect are not refundable.

Boarding / Residence

- Boarding services are not applicable. Calgary International Academy operates as a day school (K–6) and does not list boarding or residential accommodation.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- School uniform items: short-sleeve polo with logo CAD 26.00 (GST included); long-sleeve polo CAD 28.00 (GST included). Credit-card payment incurs a processing surcharge where noted. Interac e-Transfer is accepted for uniform orders; PayPal/credit card is used for final credit-card transactions. Orders are picked up through the school and exchanges must be made within 10 days; made-to-order special sizes incur an additional charge.
- Before/After-care and special programs: fees shown in the registration and program pages (for example, AM/PM STEAM care noted above). Some programs (e.g., summer camps) carry separate cancellation and administrative fees; cancellations made at least 30 days prior to a scheduled camp may be eligible for a partial refund subject to administrative fees.
- Incidental or one-time fees: the school uses invoiced incidental charges and supply fees where applicable; specific fees (field trips, special activities) are handled through the school's fee management process and added to billing as required. Late pick-up fees and other service fees are charged per the Parents' Handbook.

Refund information

- Application refund if admission not granted: if an application payment is received but the student is not accepted, the registration payment will be refunded in full via Interac e-Transfer.
- Program and camp refunds: summer-camp and short-program cancellations have specific refund terms; for camps, cancellations made at least 30 days prior may be eligible for a partial refund (typically 50%) subject to administrative fees (examples: CAD 50 for half-day and CAD 100 for full-day administration fees). Monthly service fees are not refundable for absences that last an entire month unless prior payment arrangements are made.

Fee payment options

- Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) / automatic monthly debit: used for regular monthly tuition collection; a voided cheque or completed PAD form is required to set up this method.
- Interac e-Transfer: accepted for registration, uniform orders, and other payments; Interac e-Transfers are to be sent to accounting@ciacademy.ca where specified.
- Credit card / PayPal: accepted for uniform payments (credit-card payments include a processing surcharge—example listed as 3.4% plus a one-time CAD 0.49 per transaction on uniform orders). Tuition credit-card acceptance may vary by account and program; PAD is the standard tuition collection method.

If any specific fee line or program needs to be displayed in a database field (for example: registration fee, monthly tuition per grade, before/after care rates, uniform items, NSF/late fees), each of the items above can be entered exactly as shown.
Academics

Calgary International Academy teaches IB (PYP), Canadian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 10.

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and integrates STEAM with the Alberta Education Program of Study.

Exam Results
Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) results show Grade 6 students met the acceptable standard and achieved the standard of excellence (2024-25).

Higher Education Progression
Seamless transition to university, college, and lifelong learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who promote intercultural understanding and respect. It fosters life-long learners who are empowered to become innovators and leaders in their communities. Positive, nurturing relationships and environments are cultivated to support students' well-being and social development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Students identified as ESL (English as a Second Language) at registration are flagged for EAL support. Homeroom teachers and educational assistants provide ongoing support for ESL learners.

Mental Wellbeing
Positive, nurturing relationships in a physical and emotional learning environment promote children's well-being and development. The school supports students who need additional help through access to Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Pathology services.

Safeguarding
Welcoming, Caring, Respectful, and Safe Learning Environments. A Positive Reinforcement-based Child Guidance policy is used to address student behaviours, and safety needs may trigger immediate pickups to protect the well-being of students and staff.
Parent Experience

History
Calgary International Academy is a non-profit private educational institution in Calgary, Alberta. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and integrates STEAM with the Alberta Education Program of Study. It is a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme, pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The Education Plan 2024-27 notes roots dating back to 2017 and outlines governance and growth plans, including in-person learning and future Grade 12 expansion. The school publishes governance and results documents, including the Annual Education Results Report for 2024-25 and Audited Financial Statements for 2025, and is led by Head of School Angelina McMullin.

Community
Calgary International Academy maintains active community engagement with the Livingston community. It collaborates with the Livingston Homeowners Association (LHOA) and Brookfield Development to expand capacity and provides local employment opportunities, with representatives attending the Livingston HOA AGM and community events. The school works with the Parents Association Council (PAC) to deliver educational programming that serves the local community. Calgary International Academy was described as the first to offer IB PYP in the City of Calgary, with in-person information sessions hosted in Livingston in September 2021.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Association Council (PAC) meets once a month to discuss key issues about the school and fundraising. The Parent Volunteer Program invites parents to participate in in-class volunteering, field trips, and other activities. Volunteers are required to obtain a Police Check, which is provided free of charge with the school's volunteer letter. To volunteer, email Angelina McMullin at amcmullin@ciacademy.ca.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Calgary International Academy is a K-6 Accredited-Funded Independent School in Calgary, Alberta. It is a non-profit private educational institution offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and integrating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) with the Alberta Education Program of Study. It is a Candidate School for the Primary Years Programme, pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The mission is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who promote intercultural understanding and respect, life-long learning, empowering students to be innovators in chosen fields and leaders in their communities. The vision emphasizes delivering cutting-edge educational methodologies and world-class programs, with active learning fostered by IB PYP and STEAM to prepare students for university, college, and lifelong learning.

Sports Facilities
The school has a gymnasium for indoor activities. When weather forecasts predict very cold conditions (-10°C or lower), students stay indoors for playground time and engage in activities in the gym. The gym is described as the primary indoor space used for movement and sports-related activities. No additional outdoor sports facilities are listed in the available materials.

Academic Facilities
Calgary International Academy offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) integrated with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and the Alberta Education Program of Study. The school is a Candidate School for the PYP, pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The Education Plan notes that IB PYP and STEAM are integrated to develop 21st‑century skills and competencies. Classrooms are described as spaces where engaging, hands-on experiences support IB PYP and STEAM education, with a focus on aligning with Alberta Education outcomes and IB PYP standards.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Off-site activities include field trips to educational centres, zoos, and other learning venues. The school supports parent involvement through a Parent Volunteer Program, offering in-class volunteering, field trip assistance, and fundraising opportunities. Volunteers may be required to provide a criminal record check (including vulnerable sector search).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and seamlessly integrates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) with the Alberta Education Program of Study. It is pursuing authorization as an IB World School, i.e., a Candidate School for the Primary Years Programme. The program emphasizes inquiry-driven learning and 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, adaptability, digital literacy, innovation, and global citizenship.

Arts & Creative
Arts are included as part of STEAM education; STEAM encompasses Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Cultural & Language
Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Learning are integrated into the curriculum and daily circle practices are used (The Circle Way). The school also hosts an International Day celebration led by the Parents Association Council to promote family engagement and cultural inclusion.

Social & Hobbies
Extra-curricular activities are recognized as part of the student experience, with active emphasis on involving students beyond the core curriculum.

Community & Service
The school emphasizes community engagement and partnerships, including collaboration with local organizations and families. It notes the Livingst on Homeowners Association as a community partner and cites ongoing PAC-led initiatives such as the International Day to foster belonging and engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Angelina McMullin serves as Head of School, President and Executive Director, and IB PYP Coordinator. The school operates under a governing body with James R. Dagel as Board Chair.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school aims to provide a welcoming, caring, respectful, and safe learning environment, with a focus on student well-being and belonging within the school community.
Languages

Language Provision
The school emphasizes multilingual communication and provides ESL support. ESL learners receive individualized support from homeroom teachers. Students with speech or language needs may receive targeted support through an Individualized Program Plan (IPP). The IB PYP framework encourages expression in more than one language.
Admissions

Admissions
1. To register for September 2026, families submit the non-refundable registration fee along with the first month's tuition at the time of application. Applications will not be reviewed by the admissions team until this payment is received. If accepted, families receive an invitation to BrightWheel to access the school app for communications and student information. Payments are made by Interac e-Transfer to accounting@ciacademy.ca.
2. Information sessions provide program information to families; all fees are monthly and include school supplies, and the process emphasizes submitting the registration payment and first month's tuition at the time of application before admissions review.
3. Returning students: the non-refundable registration fee is $50; the first month's tuition is due upon registration for the upcoming term.
4. Pre-K waitlist exists on ciacademy.ca; the 2025-26 Pre-K Waitlist page indicates the form is not available at the moment.

Waitlist
Pre-K waitlist exists on ciacademy.ca; the 2025-26 Pre-K Waitlist page indicates the form is not available at the moment.
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