St. Mary's High School

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Mary's High School is a public secondary school located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, operating within the Calgary Catholic School District. The school is guided by a mission rooted in Catholic values, offering students an academically rigorous environment that integrates faith, community, and intellectual growth. For families relocating to Calgary — whether from elsewhere in Canada or from abroad — St. Mary's represents a distinctive option within the city's public school landscape. Founded in 1986, St. Mary's has built a reputation over nearly four decades as a school that takes academic excellence seriously. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, commonly known as the IB DP, which is delivered to students in the final two years of secondary school. The IB Diploma Programme is a globally recognized pre-university curriculum that challenges students through a broad, interdisciplinary course of study, extended independent research, a theory of knowledge component, and a commitment to community and creative engagement. For expat families accustomed to IB education in international school settings, or for those seeking a credential that will be recognized by universities around the world, St. Mary's offering of the DP within a publicly funded school is a notably accessible and cost-effective option. Instruction at St. Mary's is delivered in English, in keeping with Alberta's provincial education standards. As a Catholic school within the public system, enrollment is open in a manner consistent with Calgary Catholic School District policies, and families considering the school are encouraged to review the district's current admissions guidelines directly through the school's website. The school is situated in Calgary, a dynamic and rapidly growing city in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. Calgary has a sizable and well-established expat community, driven in large part by the energy sector, and the city consistently ranks among Canada's most livable urban centers. Families new to the city will find Calgary offers strong infrastructure, a multicultural population, and ready access to outdoor recreation, all of which tend to ease the transition for relocating professionals and their children. What sets St. Mary's apart within Calgary's educational landscape is the combination of its faith-based ethos, its publicly funded model, and its delivery of the internationally respected IB Diploma Programme. For families who value a school culture grounded in moral formation alongside academic ambition, and who want the portability and university recognition that comes with an IB credential, St. Mary's offers a genuinely compelling package. Parents evaluating schools for teenagers in particular will appreciate that the DP prepares students not just for Canadian post-secondary institutions but for universities globally. Families interested in learning more about admissions, the school's Catholic community life, and the specific course offerings within the IB Diploma Programme are encouraged to visit the school's official page through the Calgary Catholic School District website at cssd. ab. ca, where current and prospective families can find the most up-to-date information.