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Researchers

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Educators

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Transforming Education

Who we are

We provide fun and authentic learning experiences.

We’re thoughtfully transforming the future of learning by ensuring learners gain the skills they need for better careers, and richer lives. From reading and writing fundamentals and visual math programming, to extensive offerings in creativity, computational thinking, and collaboration, we’re changing education and boldly paving a new path. With bright minds, a collaborative spirit and innovative ideas, we’re making anything possible.

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What we do

By looking at the big picture, we’re creating big change.

We have a holistic approach to learning – one that reflects the needs of learners in the world we live in today. With sky-high thinking, deep insight and over 35 years of experience at our foundational school, Calgary Academy, we’re providing solutions that serve everyone from classroom to boardroom. From applied research and learning solutions to summer programs and our foundation, we’re creating a rich, healthy learning ecosystem that will last a lifetime.

What we do

Where we began

We learn and grow as a community.

We began as a single school, and we've grown into a vibrant learning community, and we're here to expand our reach and better serve Calgary learners. Our goal from has always been to broaden our impact on education and shape the future of learning, and we strive to do that every day.

Be a catalyst of change.

Education is something we all own. There are simple ways you can help transform the way we learn and live.

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HOW WE DO IT

You don’t have to look far to see change in the making.

We’ve been making our mark in education for a long time. We’ve seen students thrive, created innovative solutions that shape lives and solved complex problems – time and time again. And more great things are still to come.

Amistad Academy

Proving urban students can achieve at the same high levels as their affluent suburban counterparts.

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Brooklyn School District 19

Improving learning outcomes for students in New York’s challenging urban environment.

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Calgary Academy

Calgary Academy offers specialized education to those with a learning difficulties.

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The education system isn’t going to change on its own.

While there are challenges when it comes to transforming an archaic system, we see nothing but opportunities. We hope you do too.

38% of students feel unprepared for post-secondary school

Only 37% of Canadian students report being intellectually engaged at school.


When we change the way we learn, we also change the way we live.

We're building something we can all be proud of - a brighter future.

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