Calgary French & International School
- IB PYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 7.54K–15.5K
CAD 10.6K–21.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Independent French immersion and IB school in Calgary, Alberta, serving students from junior preschool to Grade 12. Founded in 1969 as the Calgary French School; offers IB PYP and DP, is a Round Square school and UNESCO School Network member, and holds Canadian Accredited Independent School status.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB Diploma
Students
850
Language
French, English
Type
Bilingual school
Fee level
Mid fees
- Nationalities
- 30
- Founded
- 1969
- School bus
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Junior Preschool (full day) | CAD 20,260≈ USD 14.4K |
| Preschool & Junior Kindergarten (half da | CAD 10,610≈ USD 7.54K |
| Preschool & Junior Kindergarten (full da | CAD 20,260≈ USD 14.4K |
| Kindergarten to Grade 3 | CAD 18,670≈ USD 13.3K |
| Grades 4 to 6 | CAD 18,930≈ USD 13.5K |
| Grades 7 to 9 | CAD 20,570≈ USD 14.6K |
| Grades 10 to 12 | CAD 21,820≈ USD 15.5K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Junior Preschool (full day) | CAD 20,260 (about USD 14.4K) |
| Preschool & Junior Kindergarten (half da | CAD 10,610 (about USD 7.54K) |
| Preschool & Junior Kindergarten (full da | CAD 20,260 (about USD 14.4K) |
| Kindergarten to Grade 3 | CAD 18,670 (about USD 13.3K) |
| Grades 4 to 6 | CAD 18,930 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Grades 7 to 9 | CAD 20,570 (about USD 14.6K) |
| Grades 10 to 12 | CAD 21,820 (about USD 15.5K) |
Source: school website (cfis.com) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CAD 275
- Enrolment fee
- CAD 2,000
- Capital levy
- CAD 4,000
- Deposit
- CAD 2,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Open days
- 2026-11-19, 2026-12-15, 2027-01-13, 2027-02-18, 2027-03-16, 2027-04-14, 2027-05-19
- Sibling discount
- 10% tuition discount for a 3rd child; 15% for a 4th child
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB DP (Diploma)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Academics
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Gym
Sports
- Athletics
Arts
- Band
- Musical
After-school activities
- Before and after school care
- Co-curricular clubs
Upcoming events
- Dec15Tue
- Jan13Wed
- Feb18Thu
- Mar16Tue
- Apr14Wed
- May19Wed
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Location
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