MD of Willow Creek No. 26 School Districts & Catchments | Family Real Estate Guide

📚 MD of Willow Creek No. 26 School Districts & Catchment Zones

Buying a home in the MD of Willow Creek No. 26 and wondering where your kids will go to school? Whether you’re looking at Claresholm, Fort Macleod, Nanton, Stavely, or the surrounding rural areas, understanding school catchment zones can help you make a smart and informed real estate decision.

Use this guide and checklist to navigate Livingstone Range School Division No. 68 (public) and Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools (Catholic) zones, compare school options, and find homes for sale in family-friendly areas.

✅ Step-by-Step Checklist: Choosing a Home by School District

1. Know the School Authorities: Public schools are managed by Livingstone Range School Division No. 68; Catholic schools by Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools.
2. Check Catchment Zones: Each school publishes a boundary map—visit the division’s website or contact the school to confirm your address is in the correct zone.
3. Compare Programs: Explore offerings like French Immersion, Advanced Placement, STEM academies, or alternative outreach programs.
4. Verify Commute & Bus Routes: Rural bus service covers all hamlets—confirm eligibility, pick-up/drop-off locations, and schedules with each division’s transportation department.
5. Search Homes Within the Catchment: Once you’ve selected a preferred school, focus your home search within its attendance boundary.

🏫 Featured Schools in the MD of Willow Creek No. 26

Claresholm

• Claresholm Elementary School – K–4, public
• West Meadow School – Grades 5–7, public
• Willow Creek Composite High School – Grades 8–12, public

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Fort Macleod

• W.A. Day Elementary School – K–5, public
• F.P. Walshe High School – Grades 6–12, public

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Nanton

• A.B. Daley School – K–6, public
• J.T. Foster High School – Grades 7–12, public

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Stavely

• Stavely School – K–6, public

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Rural Hamlets

• Granum School – K–9, public (serving Granum, Moon River Estates, Orton, Parkland, Woodhouse)
• Bus Routes: Contact Livingstone Range Transportation for eligibility and schedules.

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🚸 Tips for Families Moving to the MD of Willow Creek No. 26

• ✅ Schedule school tours and registration visits early (January–March).
• ✅ Confirm catchment boundaries and bus eligibility before listing your current home.
• ✅ Explore extracurriculars like sports teams, arts programs, and community events at each school.

🔗 Looking for Homes in the Right School Zone?

We’ve helped many families find the perfect home close to their ideal school. Whether you’re moving into Claresholm, Fort Macleod, or a quiet rural acreage, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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Written by Diane Richardson | Over 15 years of experience helping families find the right home in the right school district across Southern Alberta.

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