École Banff Trail is a higher level of Immersion. We are a single-track immersion school with a successful, well established program serving Northwest Calgary. We are a smaller, community school with strong parent involvement. Activities and events promoting language, culture, the arts and sports are provided throughout the year to enhance the Banff Trail experience. 

Vision

Our vision is of an inclusive community where all members are recognized as active learners in a nurturing environment characterized by mutual trust and respect.

Purpose Statement

École Banff Trail community members (staff, students, parents) are committed to providing the best possible education and learning environment for all. We foster intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth by encouraging our students to develop creative and critical thinking skills that will help them become productive members of the global society. Students are encouraged to reach their potential in academic and personal achievement and we foster the development of self-respect.

Mission Statement

Through teaching and learning, we nurture the confidence and competencies required for succeeding today and tomorrow.

We believe that:

• Students must be engaged in purposeful work and relevant learning experiences to develop their diverse needs (academic, social, emotional, physical).
• A safe and caring school provides an environment where students can grow personally and emotionally.
• Self-evaluation and on-going feedback on their progress will encourage students to become independent learners with positive self-esteem.
• Teachers, parents, and support staff work as a community to ensure that students are well prepared for learning.
• Students are encouraged to make learning choices to develop team-work, organizational, leadership and decision-making skills.

We also have specific expectations pertaining to the French Immersion program.

• To be functionally bilingual and able to communicate in French (orally and in writing).
• An appreciation for the culture of francophone countries.
• An appreciation for second language learning.
• An appreciation and respect for differences.

Banff Trail School at a Glance

• We are proud to be a school offering a very high-functioning, robust and successful French Immersion program.
• As a whole-school, we seek to build and foster strong citizenship and character in our students. We support our students to use their knowledge, skills, strengths, and talents to contribute to betterment of one another and the larger school community. 
• The relationships we have with our families matter. The connection between home and school is key to ensuring the learning experiences of all our students are optimized. 
• Student and staff wellness and well-being are integral to the health of our school community. We are purposeful to create a welcoming, inclusive, kind, respectful and safe space where each person knows they are cared for and belong. Spirit days, sharing circles and other school-wide initiatives occur regularly throughout the year.
• Foundational to our daily instructional practice is our knowledge and use of the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA) to promote strong language development and acquisition for our students. 
• We believe student voice is key to creating opportunities for all members of our community to be involved at our school. Throughout the year, students are invited to participate in volunteer and service opportunities to build a strong, resilient community both inside and outside our school building. 
• We are committed in learning about Indigenous ways of being, knowing and doing. We seek to be effortful in our steps and work towards Truth and Reconciliation.
• School learning assemblies are held on a monthly basis. They are hosted by a grade team and are presented in both French and English. 
• The Learning Commons is an inviting space with a vast collection of French and English fiction and non-fiction books. To promote a joy for reading, students sign out books once a week for home literacy. New book suggestions to grow our collection are always welcome. Please inform the library assistant with your thoughts.
• Technology is integrated throughout classroom instruction and work to support student learning.
• Our music program is taught by a specialist.
• We have an active and committed School Council who work alongside the school to provide a fulsome approach to school life for their children. Through their input, support and involvement, activities and events promoting language, culture, the arts, sports and/or movement are provided throughout the year. 
• We have a well-organized, supervised lunch hour program at our school. 
• We take pride in the cleanliness of the school. As a collective, we seek to promote attitudes and behaviours to be environmentally aware and to practice good stewardship of our resources. 
• Kids Come First (KCF) is a non-profit before and after school program located on site (KCF is an independent service provider not affiliated with the CBE).

Welcoming, Caring, Respectful and Safe Environment

All students, staff, volunteers and visitors are expected to foster a welcoming, caring, respectful and safe environment at Banff Trail School. Please see AR6031 for more information. Thank you.

View Our Truth and Reconciliation Commitment | 2025-2026

View Our School Development Plan | 2024-2025

View Our School Improvement Results Report | 2023-2024