Six New Schools Announced for Edmonton, Calgary, Cochrane and Airdrie

Alberta families in Edmonton, Calgary, Cochrane and Airdrie will soon see new classrooms rising in their communities, as the provincial government moves forward with six new schools designed to accommodate more than 5,300 students.

The upcoming school bundle includes elementary and junior high facilities aimed at easing classroom pressures in some of the province’s fastest-growing areas. Once completed, the schools will offer modern, accessible learning environments built to support student achievement for decades.

Supporting High-Growth Neighbourhoods

The new schools will be located within three major school divisions:

• Edmonton Catholic Schools – Three K–9 schools in Crystallina Nera East, Heritage Valley and Hays Ridge, each with capacity for 950 students.
• Rocky View Schools – Two K–8 schools in Cochrane and the Bayview community of Airdrie, each accommodating 905 students.
• Calgary Board of Education – One K–4 school in Evanston with space for 650 students.

Together, these projects reflect the province’s effort to respond to population growth and provide timely access to quality education infrastructure.

Investment in Modern Learning Spaces

Alberta’s government estimates the construction cost for the six schools at more than $323 million. Through the Schools Now program, funding is released as construction milestones are reached, helping accelerate timelines and reduce delays often associated with traditional budgeting cycles.

Officials estimate the approach will generate more than $98 million in value-for-money savings compared to conventional design-bid-build methods — representing approximately 23 per cent in projected cost savings for taxpayers.

The schools will follow consistent, modern design standards developed in consultation with school divisions and industry partners. Key features will include:

• Accessible layouts
• Student-focused learning environments
• Modern safety and wellness considerations
• Durable construction standards for long-term maintenance

Timeline and Community Impact

The schools are targeted to open to students in Fall 2028.

Provincial officials say the new facilities will reduce overcrowding in existing schools, improve learning conditions and support teachers with better classroom environments.

Industry partners involved in the project say the collaboration between government and the private sector will streamline delivery while maintaining strong accountability and construction standards.

As Alberta continues to experience rapid growth in urban and suburban communities, these new schools are positioned as long-term investments aimed at strengthening education infrastructure and supporting thriving neighbourhoods across the province.