Programs of Study
Curriculum is outlined in provincial programs of study, which is determined by Alberta Education. It identifies what students
are expected to learn and do in all subjects from kindergarten to Grade 12. You can find the current programs of study on the Alberta Education website.
Draft K-4 Curriculum
Alberta Education released a draft kindergarten to gr. 4 curriculum on July 17, 2018.
Provincial Achievement Tests
Provincial Achievement Tests (PATs) are administered to students in Grades 6 and 9.
Student Learning Assessments
Student Learning Assessments (SLAs) are available to grade 3 teachers and are administered at the teacher’s discretion, they are not mandatory.
Provincial Diploma Examination
Guides to Alberta Education Provincial Testing
Guides and supplementary documents are available online on Alberta Education’s web site. Please visit the following
link to obtain a copy of the Grade 6 and 9 Provincial Achievement Tests guides.