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.
We provide a safe community for students to learn, grow, take risks, and see themselves as capable learners. Our school is built around the belief that every student can learn and grow, regardless of their challenges. Everyone at CQS wants to be here, we are invested in your child’s learning, growth, and development so that they can take flight.
CQS provides special education services for those who struggle in a traditional classroom setting designed for typically developing children. We provide an open door for students with a diverse range of ability levels.
Our tight-knit community of teachers and specialists create a caring and safe environment for our students, building strong personal relationships with each of them, allowing us to better understand and cater to their unique needs.
We focus on the student’s abilities and provide a second home for those that may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. We help our students take flight, allowing them to realize and fulfill their true potential.
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…
Our community of teachers, instructional assistants and parents work together to develop your child’s learning plan, as we all have a role in your child’s success. Your child’s individual program plan is regularly reviewed, evaluated and modified to align with your child’s progress. Calgary Quest School adapts to the changing needs of your child.
Full day programming
Language focused teaching
Learning through play
A low student-teacher ratio
Modified Alberta Education curriculum to meet the needs of your child
Life skills development
Self-regulation skills (social, emotional, behavioral)
Technology aids and support
The Sunshine Room is a caring and positive environment where 6-9 year old students can work on social skill development and emotional regulation skills…
The Cedar Room is a positive and inclusive community of learners. This high school classroom focuses on academic learning through the Alberta Education Knowledge and Employability Program of Studies…
The Safari Room is for 5-10 year old students to focus on elements of social and emotional learning...
The Horizon Room is a junior high classroom, which focuses on social skill development…
The Chinook Room is a safe and caring classroom environment for students with complex sensory and communication needs…
The Juniper Room is a caring and inclusive classroom for young Elementary students to learn school readiness skills…
The Poplar Room is a specialized high school program dedicated to guiding students with diverse learning needs towards a successful transition into adulthood…
The Yellow Room is comprised of students 8-12 years old who focus on skills in the realms of positive play, peer relationships, social communication, self-regulation, basic daily living, and functional academics...
The Rainbow Room, for students 9 to 17 years old, is a classroom which focuses on supporting student independence, self-regulation, communication, and life skills…
The Oak Room is a high school classroom that is designed to nurture the development of independence and essential life skills among our students…
The Peach Room follows a therapy intensive play-based program which includes support from the occupational therapist, speech therapist, and physiotherapists through one-on-one intervention, small groups, and classroom programming...
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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.
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.
Learn how you can help us continue our mission to provide a safe and caring environment that empowers students with cross-disabilities.
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.
We work closely with you to develop an education program specifically customized to your child, learn more about how CQS could be the right school for your child.
Our staff are comprised of teachers, instructional assistants, and administrative professionals who work as a team to foster the mission, vision, and values of our school. Our community of caring and dedicated professionals will take the time to get to know your child and their needs.
They will work closely with you - as it is understood that you are your child’s first teacher and guiding influence - to develop an individualized education plan customized to respect your child’s ability and help them reach their potential.
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.
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.
