Grades Taught
Pre-K to 4
About
"Our Catholic School Family, embracing both English and Ukrainian Bilingual programs is dedicated to providing the best opportunities for learning while nurturing in our students' continuous personal growth.” St. Nicholas Catholic School was founded in 1973. St. Nicholas also houses the Ukrainian Bilingual Program for Preschool to grade 4. We are an APPLE School (Alberta Project Promoting active Living and healthy Eating): APPLE Schools aim to make the healthy choice the easy choice by changing the school environments. Apple Schools create and sustain supportive physical and social environments that foster lifelong health and learning.
Introduction
St. Nicholas Catholic School Logo Interpretation
Faith – The cross reminds us that Christ is at the center of all we do
Family – The 3 figures show unity between students, staff and families
Future – Upward motion symbolizes growth and hope, as we help students build a purpose filled future rooted in faith
Population
Approximately 300 students from Pre-Kindergarten to grade 4 attend St. Nicholas.
Motto
Connecting our Identity to Our Motto: Faith. Family. Future
Mission
We are a Catholic Community committed to developing educational opportunities in the context of the Gospel Values. A place where students gifts and talents are celebrated and nurtured through lifelong spiritual and personal experiences.
Philosophy
To inspire a faith-filled learner with a spirit for knowledge, risk-taking & exploration on their lifelong learning journey.
To impart God’s teachings through respect, empathy, love and compassion for others.
Beliefs
- That Jesus Christ and his teachings are the foundation and core of our Catholic School Division.
- That a quality education is a continuing process that develops the whole person in an environment which encourages success.
- That we live out the Catholic faith through our words, our actions and our interactions.
- That Catholic education is a shared responsibility between the home, the school, the parish and the community.
- That education is a lifelong journey during which excellence is actively pursued.
- That everyone has worth and dignity as a unique creation of God.
Programs and Services
English and Ukrainian Bilingual (Up to 50% instruction in the Ukrainian language)