École Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School

Bienvenue à l'École Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School

At OLPH, our students' academic experience comes first! 

École Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School (OLPH) resides within the family of Elk Island Catholic Schools (EICS) and is part of Alberta's publicly-funded education system. OLPH is a French Immersion middle school, providing 21st century, quality Catholic education in both official languages, for students in Grades 5 to 8. At OLPH, we work in community to ensure the success of each learner and to foster respect for life and learning. We value the positive benefits of acquiring a second language in a safe, orderly and caring environment where each individual’s qualities and uniqueness are nurtured and enhanced.

École Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School offers a faith filled, safe and caring environment for young adolescents. Our students enjoy authentic French culture activities, participate and lead social justice initiatives, are presented with many leadership opportunities and can get involed in Sports Teams and Intramurals. 

Why chose French Immersion?

French Immersion

• French Immersion provides students with opportunities to acquire and maintain language skills in French and English.

Goals

• Develop language and literacy skills in French and English, and use both to communicate
• Learn about French culture, traditions and celebrations

Benefits

• Proficiency in English and French
• Improved academic achievement
• Improved communication skills in a student's first language
• Knowledge and appreciation of different cultures
• International language certification apportunities

In addition to French for Life, OLPH offers exciting programs such as:  

Come and visit our French Café, Games Room, new Learning Commons and Chapel!