SENIOR SCHOOL AT A GLANCE (GRADES 9 – 12) We care. We connect. We strive. We grow. CFIS offers full French immersion and a strong international focus in a nurturing, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment. IB World School IB Primary Years, Middle Years (candidate phase) and Diploma Programmes are offered from preschool to graduation. CFIS is the only school in Western Canada to offer the IB Advanced Bilingual Diploma. Voted Alberta’s #1 FRENCH SCHOOL & #1 HIGH SCHOOL
Average class size: ~18–22
French immersion English in select courses Spanish as 3rd language
Global learning and leadership opportunities
CORE PROGRAMS OFFERED Alberta Curriculum (full French immersion) IB Middle Years Programme (MYP, Grades 6-10) Emphasizes conceptual learning, interdisciplinary connections, and personal growth IB Diploma Programme (DP, Grades 11–12) Students may pursue individual IB Diploma Courses or the full IB Diploma ~30% students pursue the full IB Diploma 100% of full DP candidates earn the IB Bilingual Diploma
IB COURSE SELECTION (MAY VARY BY YEAR) Group 1: Language & Literature – Français, English Group 2: Language Acquisition – Español, Français Group 3: Individuals & Societies – History, Business Management Group 4: Sciences – Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Group 5: Mathematics – Analysis & Approaches, Applications & Interpretation Group 6: The Arts – Music, Visual Arts IB Core: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (Full IB) (EE), CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service)
TRANSITIONING FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL?
Greater academic independence and responsibility
Introduction to formal exams (Alberta Diploma & IB assessments)
Expanded elective options and course planning guidance
Mentorship, service learning, leadership = personal growth
PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS University & Career Guidance Dedicated University Counsellor to support students from Grade 10 onward Individualized support with applications, scholarships, and career planning 100% of students pursue post-secondary education
CFIS STUDENTS ACCEPTED TO TOP UNIVERSITIES IN CANADA & AROUND THE WORLD! GLOBAL LEARNING & STUDENT LIFE International & Experiential Opportunities Round Square leadership conferences and exchanges (Grades 9–11) Global travel experiences connected to curriculum CAS projects & community involvement
Athletics & Arts Over 80% of students participate in interscholastic sports Rich visual arts, music, and theatre programs Leadership roles in coaching, refereeing, and clubs
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