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Tanbridge Academy

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$16,260 - 23,920
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 341
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Tanbridge Academy is a K–9 school in Foothills, Alberta, offering the Canadian curriculum with English instruction and language programs. It provides a Partial French Immersion program for K–4, where French is taught daily and social studies and science are delivered in French, with no fees and no prior French experience required. Grade 2–9 students study Spanish as a complementary language. Across Grades 1–9, Digital Media and Robotics introduce typing, coding, and hands-on projects that apply math and science concepts. The Tune and Create (TAC) Program adds STEM modules aligned to Alberta Education. Tanbridge emphasizes leadership, character, and participation in learning. On-site facilities include a gymnasium and Fitness Studio; hockey uses Cardel Recreation Centre, soccer at Foothills Field House, and equestrian activities at Silver Haven. The Titan Award recognizes leadership and achievement, and the Tanbridge Pillars shape school culture. The school offers a lunch program and bus service across multiple communities.

178003 112 Street West, Foothills, Alberta T1S 0V8

The Essentials

Tanbridge Academy has 341 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
178003, 112 Street West, Foothills, Alberta T1S 0V8. Tanbridge Academy resides in the former Red Deer Lake School. It is located at the corner of 53rd Street SW and Highway 22X.

Stages
Junior Kindergarten; Kindergarten; Grade 1-3 (Elementary) and Grade 4-9 (Junior High). Classes are small, with an average size of 18 students.

Additional learning support
Each student follows an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Country affiliation
Canada

School day structure
Grades 1-9: arrivals begin at 8:20 a.m. and dismissal is 3:15 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 2:30 p.m. Fridays. Kindergarten: arrivals at 8:25 a.m.; dismissal 3:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 2:20 p.m. Fridays. Junior Kindergarten/Junior Academy: arrivals at 8:55 a.m.; dismissal 3:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 2:10 p.m. Fridays.

Bus service
Bus service operates with two routes and stops in Woodlands, Kelvin Grove, Parkland, Lake Bonavista, Millrise, Somerset, Cranston, Auburn Bay, Mahogany, Heritage Point, Legacy and Silverado. Total cost for pick-ups and drop-offs is $3,170 per year for the first child; $2,640 for additional children; $1,865 for pick-ups only; $1,865 for drop-offs only.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are mandatory Monday through Thursday; casual wear is allowed on Fridays. The classroom uniform includes Tanbridge Academy pants, golf shirt/V-neck/T-shirt, hoodie or track jacket, and black shorts. Physical education uniforms and sport-specific attire are required for activities such as soccer, equestrian, hockey, basketball and dance. Uniforms can be ordered through Lindsay Corbet via OrderMyUniform.ca.

Food Options
Tanbridge Academy uses Healthy Hunger to offer lunch options during the school year. Parents log in online to view the menu and place orders; payments are made online to Healthy Hunger.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Directors. Board members include Dean Metrow and Kate Bamford.
Fees

Annual tuition at Tanbridge Academy ranges from CAD 16,260 to CAD 23,920 for 2026/27.

Application / Membership fee

- A one-time non-refundable Membership/Registration Fee of CAD 2,000 is required for new students; this deposit is applied to tuition upon acceptance.

Tuition fees by programme / year group (annual amounts)

- Academic (base) tuition: CAD 16,260.00 (listed as the Academic/Flex base tuition).

- Academic + Skill Development (mandatory for the Skill Development cohorts): annual fees vary by programme and grade. Examples shown include: CAD 20,235.00; CAD 21,095.00; CAD 23,920.00 (these figures reflect the annual tuition total for students enrolled in the Academic + Skill Development pathway).

- Academic with sport/arts optional additions (examples and add-on charges shown separately):
- Soccer — once-per-week option: CAD 1,325.00 (add-on). Higher-intensity Soccer Skill Development option (98 hours + transportation): CAD 4,835.00.
- Hockey — limited weekly option: CAD 1,630.00 (add-on). Hockey Skill Development intensive option (98 hours + transportation): CAD 4,835.00.
- Basketball Skill Development (98 hours + transportation): CAD 3,975.00.
- Traditional Dance (full Skill Development 98 hours): CAD 3,975.00; a kinder-level dance option is shown at CAD 1,325.00.
- Equestrian Skill Development (3 sessions/week + transportation): CAD 7,410.00 (transport charge shown separately at CAD 250.00).
- Recreation For Life program (minimum enrollment required): CAD 3,975.00.

- Junior Academy / Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten program fees are shown separately in the school's Junior/Kindergarten materials. The school lists full-day and part‑time program options; charges depend on the chosen JA/JK/K option. Specific JA/JK/K package pricing is provided in the school's program fee materials.

- Sibling discounts are available for 2nd and 3rd siblings; details vary by family and are applied to tuition billing.

Per‑term detail and per‑term billing

- The published fee schedules are presented as annual amounts for each programme. Families set up payment arrangements through the school's enrolment/financial agreement and the school's Auto‑Pay processing; specific per‑term invoice amounts and per‑term due dates are issued through the school's billing process described in the enrolment/financial paperwork.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A signed Financial Agreement is required at registration and will set the payment schedule and method for each family; the CAD 2,000 deposit is collected with the application and applied to tuition on acceptance.

- Tuition payments are processed via the school's Finalsite enrolment system and Stripe payment processor. Payments are handled through an Auto‑Pay setup. Accepted payment methods and processing details: credit card (subject to a card processing fee of 3.05%) or PAD/EFT (no processing fee).

- The bussing program uses a separate bussing financial agreement; bussing options are billed as indicated on the bussing agreement (examples shown: full year pick‑up and drop‑off and single-direction options). The bussing agreement indicates bussing fees are due according to the bussing payment schedule (the bussing form shows full payment due when school starts as an option).

Boarding fees

- Tanbridge Academy is a day school (programs for Junior Academy, Kindergarten and Grades 1–9) and does not offer boarding places.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- School supplies, field trips, student activities, mandatory tuition insurance and culinary‑arts (where applicable by grade) are included in the published programme prices where indicated. Specific co‑curricular and skill‑development programmes carry the add‑on charges shown above.

- Uniforms are mandatory Monday–Thursday (casual dress on Fridays); classroom, PE, and skill‑development uniforms are required and may be purchased through the school's uniform vendor (contact details and ordering are provided by the school). Uniform prices vary by item and are set by the uniform supplier.

- Bussing (example amounts published on the bussing agreement): full year pick‑up and drop‑off service CAD 3,060.00 per year for the first child; additional child CAD 2,550.00 per year; pick‑up‑only or drop‑off‑only options CAD 1,800.00 per year. Payment methods accepted for bussing include cheque, Plastiq (service fee applies), e‑transfer and other methods as specified on the bussing agreement.

Refunds and non‑refundable items

- The CAD 2,000 registration/membership deposit is non‑refundable.

- The bussing financial agreement states that fees and additional charges under that agreement are non‑waivable and non‑refundable when it is signed.

- The published programme pricing notes a Mandatory Tuition Insurance component is included in the listed prices; specific refund/claims provisions related to that insurance are governed by the insurance policy included in the enrolment/financial agreement. Families receive the Financial Agreement that sets out withdrawal and refund terms applicable to tuition and any insurance coverage.

Fee payment options and accepted methods

- Credit card payments via Stripe (credit card transactions are assessed a processing fee of 3.05%). Auto‑Pay through the Finalsite enrolment system is used to process recurring payments. PAD/EFT bank payments are accepted with no processing fee.

- Additional accepted payment channels shown in school forms and agreements include bank e‑transfer (accounting@tanbridge.com), cheque payable to Tanbridge Academy, and third‑party processors such as Plastiq (third‑party service fees may apply). These methods are used for specific charges such as bussing and incidental invoices.

Notes for families (concise, factual)

- New families pay a CAD 2,000 non‑refundable membership/registration deposit with their application; that deposit is credited toward tuition once acceptance is confirmed.

- Annual tuition figures are published by programme; the school's enrolment/financial agreement establishes the formal billing schedule (Auto‑Pay via Finalsite/Stripe, PAD/EFT or credit card).

- Skill‑development programmes (Hockey, Soccer, Basketball, Dance, Equestrian, Recreation For Life) carry additional annual fees as listed above; some programmes offer lower‑intensity once‑per‑week options and higher‑intensity (98‑hour) skill‑development packages with higher charges.

- Bussing is priced separately and is invoiced under a separate bussing agreement; example annual rates are CAD 3,060.00 (first child, pick‑up & drop‑off), CAD 2,550.00 (additional child). The bussing agreement outlines payment timing and non‑refundability for those services.
Academics

Tanbridge Academy teaches Canadian Curriculum.

Curriculum
Tanbridge Academy serves Kindergarten through Grade 9 with an English-core curriculum featuring leadership development and opportunities. A partial French Immersion Program is offered to Kindergarten through Grade 4; French classes are taught daily and social studies and science are delivered in French, while all other core subjects remain in English; no prior French experience is required and there are no additional fees. Grades 2-9 Spanish Program builds foundational reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in Spanish, with emphasis on vocabulary and daily social contexts and cultural learning. Digital Media and Robotics run across Grades 1-9, including mandatory typing and coding, with robotics kits and hands-on projects that apply math and science concepts. The Tune and Create (TAC) Program is a STEM-based, hands-on program for Grades 6-9 that aligns with the Alberta Education Science Curriculum, offering modules such as Forces in Motion, Structures and Forces, Bike Tuning and Rebuilding, and skateboarding projects.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has certified positive educators on staff to help create an inclusive educational environment, building character, confidence, and resiliency within the positive education framework. An open-door policy enables ongoing communication with families, with weekly updates and grade-specific blogs. Daily physical activity and sport coaching support student development. The school emphasizes social-emotional learning through its positive education model. Staff prioritize supportive relationships to promote student well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides Student Support Services. Kirsten Hetchler is the staff member responsible for Student Support Services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English with a partial French Immersion program for Kindergarten through Grade 4. The immersion program is run by an Alberta Education certified teacher who is a native French speaker; French classes are held daily, and social studies and science are taught in French while other core subjects remain in English.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a positive education framework and character-building emphasis. Staff support student well-being and personal development, including a monthly self-evaluation for Grades 4–9 based on the Tanbridge Pillars.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a written Student Code of Conduct, reviewed annually and communicated to staff, students, and families. The Code covers expectations for student behaviour, consequences for misconduct, safety and security incidents, and other matters. Policies address discrimination, harassment, and inclusion; staff are required to identify discriminatory attitudes and use inclusive language and resources; inclusive and respectful services are provided to sexual and gender minority students and families; staff work to eliminate systemic inequities and barriers to learning.
Parent Experience

History
Tanbridge Academy was established in 2007 to provide students with a well-rounded education that combines strong academic programming and enhanced athletic electives. From day one, Tanbridge Academy has been committed to outstanding educational experiences that promote high levels of academic achievement, athletic skill development, sportsmanship and personal character. The school emphasizes the connection between physical activity and learning, with sports training during the day viewed as an energizing factor for academic progress. The principal notes that the school has served the local community for more than 15 years in a safe, disciplined environment, where students are holistically educated by passionate, well-qualified teachers and opportunities for leadership and service are encouraged.

Community
Tanbridge Academy's school community embraces a philosophy that links physical activity and learning. Leadership classes are held weekly, and students reflect on the Pillars of Tolerance, Ambition, Nobility, Balance, Inspiration, Diligence and Enthusiasm. Students also participate in community and international service projects as part of character-building, and are described as members of a family of learning where tradition and success are pursued.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Tanbridge Academy Parent Association (TAPA) board consists of parents and a school administrator or a member of the board of directors. The TAPA board meets regularly to focus on purchasing items to support student learning and fundraising. TAPA provides formal roles and responsibilities and bylaws, and maintains a Monthly Minutes Archive with minutes available from 2021–2025 (e.g., February 2025, April 2025, and earlier months).
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Tanbridge Academy has a gymnasium and a Fitness Studio for physical education and dance. Hockey is conducted at Cardel Recreation Centre, and soccer uses the Tanbridge gymnasium and Foothills Field House for practices and games. Equestrian activities take place at Silver Haven Equestrian. The school offers a lunch program and provides bus service with stops across multiple communities.

Sports Facilities
The on-site Tanbridge gymnasium and Fitness Studio support indoor activities such as dance. Hockey is played at Cardel Recreation Centre; equestrian activities take place at Silver Haven Equestrian; and soccer uses the Tanbridge gymnasium as well as Foothills Field House for practices and games.

Academic Facilities
Tanbridge Academy offers a Partial French Immersion Program for Kindergarten to Grade 4. French classes are taught daily, and social studies and science are taught in French, while all other core subjects are taught in English. No French experience is required and there are no additional fees. The program is taught by a native French-speaking Alberta Education certified teacher.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities for grades 7–9 include cross country running, volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, badminton, soccer, and track and field.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school teaches language arts, math, science, social studies and leadership. The average class size is 18 for junior academy, kindergarten, and grade 1-9 classes. The school offers complementary classes such as culinary arts (additional cost), art, digital media, photography, Spanish, parks & rec, and drama. Students from grades six to nine can be recognized for the Titan Award, a Leadership and Character Award based on continuous academic improvement, embracing the Tanbridge Pillars, strong work habits, and leadership in school and in the community.

Arts & Creative
The school has a Dance program for kindergarten to grade 9. Dance students in kindergarten to grade 3 participate in a one-hour session per week; students in grades 4-9 participate in three one-hour sessions per week. The program covers jazz, tap, ballet and hip hop, and offers opportunities to perform on stage for peers and the community. The goal is to spark creativity, develop a love for the arts, and improve focus, balance, rhythm and coordination while teaching students to work as a team.

Cultural & Language
French Immersion: Tanbridge offers a partial French Immersion Program for grade K-4 with daily French language sessions; social studies and science are taught in French, while language arts and math are taught in English, and no extra costs apply for immersion. The program is designed to grow with students and will continue in subsequent grades to maintain and improve French proficiency. Spanish is offered as a complementary class.

Social & Hobbies
Tanbridge offers a range of extracurricular activities, including cross country running, volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, badminton, soccer and track & field for grades 7-9, along with hockey, equestrian, dance and soccer across the school. The Tanbridge Parent Association (TAPA) coordinates fundraising and parent involvement opportunities. The Tanbridge Pillars guide student conduct and the Titan Award recognizes leadership and achievement, including athlete of the year honors for sport participation and conduct.

Community & Service
The leadership program includes charity work as part of its curriculum. The Titan Award recognizes leadership and community involvement, with criteria including continuous academic improvement, the Tanbridge Pillars, and leadership in school and in the community. Fundraising opportunities are managed through TAPA, inviting parent involvement to support programming.

Leadership & Professional
The school runs an intentional leadership program for all students from kindergarten to grade 9, teaching accountability, generosity, mutual respect, responsibility, and collaboration. The older students focus on the Tanbridge Pillars: tolerance, ambition, nobility, balance, respect, inspiration, diligence, generosity and enthusiasm. Topics in leadership classes include charity work, public speaking, study habits and financial planning. The Titan Award recognizes Leadership and Character and highlights leadership qualities in school and in the community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Recreation For Life offers activities to support active living, including swimming, yoga, cross country skiing, soccer, hockey, hip hop dance, kickboxing, hiking, snowshoeing, martial arts and more. The Hockey Program provides three training sessions weekly with on-ice and off-ice training to develop speed, agility, strength and endurance. The Equestrian Program offers two-hour training sessions three times per week, promoting horsemanship, responsibility and peer relationships. The Dance Program includes multiple classes weekly across grade levels, combining conditioning with performance opportunities to develop confidence and teamwork.
Languages

Language Provision
English is used for language arts and math; French is used in the partial Immersion program for social studies and science. Spanish is offered as a complementary language course. The Alberta Education Curriculum is followed for core subjects. The immersion program provides French language instruction for select subjects while other subjects are taught in English.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a partial French Immersion program for grade K-4. The program is led by a certified teacher who is a native French speaker. Students in the program have daily French language sessions to learn basic vocabulary and grammar. They study social studies and science in French using the Alberta curriculum, while language arts and math are taught in English.

Immersion Programs
Partial French Immersion program for Kindergarten through Grade 4. Students have daily French language sessions and study social studies and science in French using the Alberta curriculum. Language arts and math are taught in English. There are no extra costs for students who join this program, and the program will be extended to higher grades so current students can continue French.
Admissions

Admissions
STEP 1 Fill out the information and school tour form to start the admissions process. The form collects basic information about the family and child and initiates the tour scheduling. After submission, the Admissions Office will contact the family to proceed with next steps. STEP 2 The Admissions Office will contact the family to set up a school tour. The tour provides an opportunity to visit the school and discuss the program in more detail. A tour is scheduled based on family preferences and availability. STEP 3 The family visits the school and meets the principal. The visit offers a first-hand look at classrooms and programs and an opportunity to ask questions. The principal discusses the school's approach and outcomes. STEP 4 The admissions coordinator sends the necessary documentation required. Documentation includes materials needed to complete the application process and outlines the timeline. The coordinator explains subsequent steps and timelines. STEP 5 Await the assessment/trial day date from the admissions coordinator. If space exists in the grade of interest, mid-year admission may be possible. The family receives information about the assessment process and the trial day. STEP 6 The student completes a trial day at the school. The trial day allows the student to experience the routine and environment. Staff observe the student's fit with the program. STEP 7 The assessment results are communicated. The admissions coordinator shares the results with the family and determines eligibility. The timeline for communication is provided by the coordinator. STEP 8 Submit the application form together with payment of a $2,000 deposit. The deposit is non-refundable and is applied to tuition upon acceptance. The application form and deposit finalize the initial intake. STEP 9 Additional documentation will be sent for completion. This includes any pending records or forms required to finalize enrollment. The Admissions Office will outline what remains. STEP 10 Confirm acceptance will be received from the admissions coordinator. The family receives the official acceptance notification and next steps for enrollment and registration.
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