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Helping students take flight.
At Calgary Quest School (CQS) we focus on the ability within disability. Our team of teachers, instructional assistants, and support staff create a caring and safe environment which respects each student’s ability and supports them in reaching their potential.
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Why Quest?
At Quest we provide a nurturing and secure environment where students can flourish, take risks, and see themselves as capable learners. Our school operates on the core belief that every student, regardless of their challenges, has the potential to learn and grow. Our dedicated staff is not just present; they are passionate and committed to your child's educational journey, ensuring personalized attention and support for their unique needs. By fostering a community of professionals deeply invested in each child's development, we empower students to spread their wings and achieve their full potential. Join us at CQS, where your child's learning and growth are our top priorities.
What We Do
At CQS we offer specialized education services for students who struggle in traditional classroom environments. Our inclusive approach welcomes students with a wide range of abilities, providing them with the individualized support they need to succeed.
How We Do it
Our dedicated team of teachers and specialists is at the heart of CQS. We pride ourselves on creating a caring and safe environment where strong personal relationships are built with each student. By understanding and addressing each students unique learning styles, we provide tailored support that helps them thrive. Our collaborative community ensures that every student feels supported and empowered to reach their full potential.
Why We Do It
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their learning challenges. We are driven by a commitment to inclusivity and the conviction that with the right support, every student can succeed. Our passion for fostering a nurturing and empowering educational environment stems from our dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families. We strive to create a community where all students feel valued, understood, and capable.
Programs & Services
Our community of teachers, instructional assistants, and parents collaborate to create and implement a personalized learning plan for your child. Recognizing that everyone plays a crucial role in your child's success, we regularly review, evaluate, and adjust the individual program plan to align with your child's progress. Calgary Quest Services is dedicated to adapting to your child's evolving needs.
CQS provides a range of programs tailored for elementary, junior and high school students as well as young adults interested in day programs
Our educational approach incorporates:
Full-day Programming
Language-Focused Teaching
Play-Based Learning
Technology Aids and Supports
Music Therapy
Key highlights of the CQS program include:
Specialized Curriculums
Modified Alberta Education Curriculum to meet the needs of your child
Life Skills Development
Self-Regulation Skills
Low Student-Teacher Ratio
Helping Joshua Find His Voice
When Joshua began attending CQS his speech, language, gross and fine motor skills were severely delayed. His parents, Stephen and Pamela, were looking for a school to accommodate his needs, but in a public school system designed for typically developing children, this proved difficult…
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Helping Joshua Find His Voice
We know it can be difficult to find the right fit for a child with special needs, but the good news is that here in Calgary we have this great place called Calgary Quest School.
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Get Involved
Looking for a caring learning environment for your child, a cause to support, or a place to put your skills to good use? We know our CQS community wouldn’t be what it is without the many roles our families, donors, and staff play.
Apply for Admission
Think CQS is a good fit for your student? Learn more about our admission process, and fill out our Student Application Form to get in touch with us.
Help us Reach our goals
Learn how you can help us continue our mission to provide a safe and caring environment that empowers students with cross-disabilities.
Join Our Team
We are always looking for individuals that are passionate about helping students break through barriers and realize their full potential.
Journeying Together
Raising a child with unique needs is a journey which CQS teacher Chandra Habermann understands both personally and professionally.
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Board of Directors
Calgary Quest School is governed by a Board of Directors (the “Board”). The Board is a volunteer-based, policy determination board which focuses on policy developments to advance the mission and strategy of Calgary Quest School. Click to learn more about the Board of Directors.
Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
Volunteering is an essential part of Calgary Quest School. Parents/Guardians and student family members do much of the volunteering and come to know more about CQS and participate in its life.
Learn more about PAC’s involvement in the school and how you can become involved with us.