Academics

From Their First Day to Grade 8:
An Education Built Around Every Child 

Every program First Steps Elementary Academy offers is grounded in the belief that every child deserves to be known, challenged, and given the tools to reach their full potential.

Page Summary
  • First Steps Elementary Academy in Red Deer, Alberta offers a full academic program from Pre-School through Grade 8
  • Serving students in Red Deer, Blackfalds, and Penhold
  • All programs follow the Alberta Education curriculum, with a Gifted and Talented stream for advanced learners.
  • Specialized supports, including remedial instruction and ESL programming

Our Programs

Pre-School & Pre-K

Pre-School & Pre-K

Little learners can take part in our semi-structured, academically focused Pre-School and Pre-K programs that are in a safe, warm environment.

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Kindergarten

Kindergarten

Our enriched learning experience propels your child forward; each child is challenged to perform at their highest level by teachers who care.

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Grade 1-8

Grade 1-8

Your child is given the space and resources to reach their full academic and personal potential, with individualized support in our grades 1-8 classes.

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Our Academic Philosophy

Most schools are built to move the group forward.
First Steps moves each child forward.

We follow the Alberta Education curriculum across all grade levels and, in many programs, we go further. Our teacher-developed Kinders Plus curriculum surpasses standard Kindergarten outcomes. The Gifted and Talented program challenges students who are ready for more. Our remedial supports catch and address challenges before they become setbacks. And our ESL programming ensures that language is never a barrier to learning.

We take a traditional approach to education, one that prioritizes building strong academic skills and personal responsibility before introducing technology as a shortcut. Students leave First Steps knowing how to think, how to work, and how to take ownership of their learning. Those habits carry them through every grade ahead and far beyond the classroom.

Your First Steps to Enrolling

Book a Tour 

Your child is invited to spend a day with us at no charge to experience First Steps for themselves. We'll show you around our school and answer every question you have. Both of you can be comfortable that we are the right fit.

Registration is Easy 

There aren’t any intimidating interviews or lengthy assessment processes. Simply fill out our registration form and submit your registration fee.

First Day of Class 

There is nothing more exciting than the first day of school, especially one that is welcoming and prioritizes your child's potential. Welcome to the First Steps community!

See What Learning Looks Like at First Steps

Book a private tour for you and your child. We'll walk you through each program and answer every question you have during your day with us. See for yourself what school is supposed to feel like.

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