Alberta Education and Childcare

Education and Childcare supports students, parents, teachers & administrators from Early Childhood Services (ECS) to Grade 12.

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

We’ve got a new name! 📢 We’re now the Ministry of Education and Childcare. While the name has changed, our commitment to keeping you informed on what matters most to you and your family remains the same.

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

On #WorldTeachersDay, we recognize the dedication, expertise and care Alberta teachers bring to classrooms every day. Thank you for helping students learn, grow and build the skills they need for the future.

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Students heading back to school this fall have more opportunities than ever to explore career pathways and develop in-demand skills. With 4 new collegiates and 14 expanded pathways opening this year, Alberta is helping students prepare for success.
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[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

New curricula being field tested this school year will help students succeed in life and work. Students will develop practical skills through learning focused on career planning, financial literacy, wellness and scientific literacy.

Learn more: https://t.co/WBw9K5R3Ec

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Join Minister Nicolaides for a telephone townhall on Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6-7pm. Bring your questions and insights to help us build on the support we are giving students, parents and teachers this school year.

Register now: https://t.co/nkrJXAU9Bm

[Demetrios Nicolaides 🇨🇦 🇨🇾 @demetriosnAB]

Thank you to @ABisagni, Rector of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Academic Region, for the warm welcome and shared commitment to strengthening Alberta-France education ties. I was pleased to sign an MOU supporting teacher mobility and student exchanges.

[Demetrios Nicolaides 🇨🇦 🇨🇾 @demetriosnAB]

I was pleased to meet with @EdouardGeffray France’s Minister of National Education, to sign a renewed letter of intent that strengthens educational collaboration and exchange opportunities for students and teachers in Alberta and France.

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Four public charter school projects are moving forward through Schools Now, creating and modernizing about 5,150 student spaces and expanding access to unique learning opportunities for Alberta students.
#SchoolsNow #AbEd https://t.co/JmsqEm9qWE

[Alberta Government @YourAlberta]

Join Education and Childcare Minister Nicolaides for a telephone townhall.

Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6-7pm.

Bring your questions and insights to help us build on the support we are giving students, parents and teachers this school year.

Register now: https://t.co/m3Py68KK8j

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

The PISA 2025 results are here and Alberta students remain among the highest performers in Canada and the world! Alberta leads the way among Canadian provinces and scored above the OECD average in science, reading and math.

Learn more: https://t.co/Tuj1WA9Vqq

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Welcome back, Alberta students! 🎒With record investments in education, 566 complexity teams and almost 6,000 new and renovated classroom spaces (with more to come!), we're ensuring students have every opportunity to thrive this school year.

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[Alberta Government @YourAlberta]

Join Education and Childcare Minister Nicolaides for a telephone town hall.

Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6-7pm.

Bring your questions and insights to help us build on the support we are giving students, parents and teachers this school year.

Register now: https://t.co/m3Py68KK8j

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

A new school year is underway, and we’re excited for what’s ahead! 📚 1,000+ new teachers and almost 6,000 classroom spaces to help students learn, grow and succeed – with more to come. Here’s to a great year ahead! #abed https://t.co/kCPbuFBp1p

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Alberta’s government is accelerating 41 more school projects – 16 in Calgary, 11 in Edmonton and 14 in communities across the province – through Schools Now, so new and modernized schools can be built sooner. #SchoolsNow #AbEd

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[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

New classroom complexity team allocations are now online. Alberta’s June $100-million investment will support 223 new complexity teams (160 in grades 7-12 and 63 in K-6), building on a February 2026 investment that supported up to 476 K-6 teams. #abed

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[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Wishing Alberta students, teachers, school leaders, support staff and families a happy Canada Day!

#abed

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Alberta is investing $100M to help schools respond to increasingly complex classroom needs – strengthening supports for students and learning environments across the province.

#ABEd https://t.co/xGg757qYId

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Federal funding through the Canada-Alberta National School Food Program will complement Alberta’s annual $20 million investment.

Alberta’s School Nutrition Program provides 58,000 students with a daily meal so they can focus on learning.

Learn more: https://t.co/JsOqJkCbZr

[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Reminder: You have until July 17 to nominate exceptional ECEs, teams, programs and childcare leaders in #AB for the Minister’s Awards of Excellence in Child Development!

#ELCC #ECE

Learn more and submit here:
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[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

The Childcare Lookup Tool has a new name and a new look!

Meet Childcare Search – a simpler, faster way for parents to find licensed #childcare options in #AB!

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[Alberta Education and Childcare @AlbertaEd]

Nominations are open until July 17th for the Minister’s Awards of Excellence in Child Development!

Nominate outstanding ECEs, teams, programs and leaders who are making a real difference in #ab childcare. #elcc #ece

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