Selection of a school for your child is the most important decision and the largest investment that you will ever make. During these twelve crucial years of development, your child spends more than half of his/her waking hours in school. Our Association knows that one size does not fit all. A parent is encouraged to choose the school that best fits the needs of their child.
Preparing to Select a School
Application for admission to a QAIS school takes place predominantly from September to December of the preceding school year.
Sit down as a family and decide what criteria matter most in the selection of a school. To assist you in determining criteria go to the School Search icon and call up the schools that are located closest to your home and subsequently those that fit the criteria you have decided upon. This will narrow down your search. Link to the school’s profiles and click on the web site address to link directly to the school’s websites!
Gathering Information
Once you have narrowed down your search, the following steps will assist you in making your final choice:
Contact the School’s Admission Office for an Information Package;
Attend the Open House, click on the Open House icon for more information;
Find out about Entrance Exams, click on the Admission icon for more information;
Call the School to schedule a visit;
Talk to present students, staff & administrators;
Confer with parents whose children presently attend the School;
Converse with parents whose child has graduated from the School;
Chat informally with alumni/alumnae;
Contact the school to inquire about attending an up-coming school event;
Inquire about the School’s scholarships and financial assistance bursaries;
Complete the required application form and submit the accompanying documentation.
Contact the QAIS Office for any assistance that you require.
As a parent, the choice is yours!
QAIS schools are an alternative, choose from among the best!
Our member schools are non-profit and are governed by an arms length Board of Directors.
QAIS Schools provide:
A Challenging and Solid Academic Base
Knowledge and Competency Based Instruction Aimed at the Development of Critical Thinking
Cutting Edge Teaching Methodology and Approaches by Carefully Selected Professionals
A Professional Network and Access to Individual School and Common Professional Development Resources and Activities
Differentiated Teaching and Learning Strategies with Students
Varying Levels of French Programmes to Support Bilingualism
Enriched Science and Technology and Mathematics Programmes
Integration of Technology Focused on Present and Future Students Needs
Fine, Performing and Liberal Arts Programmes
Student Academic and Social Support
Student Access to Secondary and Post Secondary Education
Membership in a Culturally Diverse Community
Character Building Based on the Value System Held by a Global Citizen
Student Volunteerism Experience
Team Building and Leadership Opportunities for Students
Informal Learning Experiences Promoted by Co-curricular Activities Complementing the Programme of Studies
Athletic Programmes
A Safe and Secure Physical Plant
Valued Student, Parent and Staff Membership in a Caring Learning Communities
