Mountain View County School Districts & Catchments | Family Real Estate Guide

📚 Mountain View County School Districts & Catchment Zones

Buying a home in Mountain View County and wondering where your kids will go to school? Whether you’re exploring Olds, Didsbury, Sundre, Innisfail, 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 Chinook’s Edge School Division (CSD No. 73) 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 Division: Public schools in Mountain View County are part of the Chinook’s Edge School Division. Catholic families can explore faith-based options through Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools.
2. Determine Catchment Zones: Each school publishes a boundary map—check the CSD website or contact the school directly to confirm your prospective address is in the right zone.
3. Compare School Programs: Look into special programs like French Immersion, STEM academies, Advanced Placement, and faith-based education offerings.
4. Verify Commute & Bus Routes: Many rural properties rely on school bus service—confirm eligibility, pick-up/drop-off locations, and schedules.
5. Search Homes Within the Catchment: Once you’ve selected a preferred school, focus your home search within its attendance boundary.

🏫 Featured Schools in Mountain View County

Olds

• École Deer Meadow School – Pre-K to Grade 4, public
• École Olds Elementary School – Pre-K to Grade 4, public
• École Olds High School – Grades 9–12, public
• Olds Koinonia Christian School – K–12, private alternative

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Didsbury

• Ross Ford Elementary School – Pre-K to Grade 4, public
• Westglen School – Grades 5–8, public
• Didsbury High School – Grades 9–12, public

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Sundre

• River Valley School – K–8, public
• Sundre High School – Grades 9–12, public
• Sundre Learning Centre – alternative/continuing education

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Innisfail

• École John Wilson Elementary – Pre-K to Grade 4, public
• Innisfail Middle School – Grades 5–8, public
• Innisfail High School – Grades 9–12, public

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Rural & Acreage Areas

• Reed Ranch School – K–6, public (rural site)
• May City Colony School – K–12, public colony school
• Bus Routes: Contact CSD Transportation for rural route info and eligibility

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🚸 Tips for Families Moving to Mountain View County

• ✅ Reach out to school principals for tours and registration timelines.
• ✅ Confirm catchment boundaries early to avoid surprises.
• ✅ Explore extracurricular programs like sports academies, music, and STEM clubs.

🔗 Looking for Homes in the Right School Zone?

We’ve helped dozens of families find the perfect home close to their ideal school. Whether you’re moving into Olds, Didsbury, 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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