Home Education, offered through Alberta Education, allows parents to serve as their child's primary educator. Parents are responsible for planning, delivering, and supervising their child's learning program in accordance with Alberta's Home Education regulations.
At Edmonton Catholic Schools, we believe home education thrives when families feel connected and supported. By working collaboratively, school administration, teachers, and parents can build strong partnerships that foster student success.
Through our faith-based community, we strive to support not only your educational goals but also your family's spiritual growth and sense of belonging. We look forward to building meaningful relationships, sharing resources, and creating opportunities for our home education families to connect, learn, and grow together.
Learn More About Home Education in Alberta:
Alberta Home Education Regulation
Alberta Home Education Handbook
Commonly Asked Questions
How does a parent register for Home Education?
All inquiries should be forwarded to Milena Verduci (milena.verduci@ecsd.net), Home Education Division Coordinator with Alternative Education, Student Services, who will guide families through the process.
If a parent chooses to Home Educate, who is responsible for the child’s education?
The parent is responsible for their child’s education. They commit to the planning, the delivery and the assessment of their children’s education. ECSD provides a facilitator to answer questions and guide parents along the way.
Does the Home Education family stay connected to their community or current school?
YES. If the family is choosing ECSD as the supervisory board, then the student(s) remain registered with their ECSD School.
Is Home Education the same as Home Schooling?
YES. Though the terms are often interchanged, the official title as stated by Alberta Education is Home Education.
Is ECSD’s Online Learning the same as Home Education?
NO. Home Education is completely parent-directed, while ECSD’s Online Learning for high school students is teacher-directed.
Do parents receive funding for every child being home educated?
Yes. Funding is $928.03 per child in Grades 1 to 12 and $464.02 for kindergarten students and can be used by parents to purchase approved resources and services. To qualify for funding, applications must be submitted and approved by September 30 of the current school year.
For more information regarding the variety of supports, please contact the Home Education Coordinator, Milena Verduci at milena.verduci@ecsd.net.
