Red Deer County School Districts & Catchments | Family Real Estate Guide

📚 Red Deer County School Districts & Catchment Zones

Buying a home in Red Deer County and wondering where your kids will go to school? Whether you’re exploring Red Deer, Sylvan Lake, Gasoline Alley, 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 Red Deer Public Schools (public) and Red Deer Catholic Regional Division No. 39 (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 Red Deer Public Schools; Catholic schools by Red Deer Catholic Regional Division No. 39.
2. Check Catchment Zones: Each school publishes a boundary map — visit the district’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 faith-based education.
4. Verify Commute & Bus Routes: Rural and hamlet properties often rely on bus service — confirm eligibility, pick-up/drop-off locations, and schedules with each district’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 Red Deer County

Red Deer

• Ross Street School – K–6, public
• G.H. Dawe Community School – Grades 7–9, public
• Hunting Hills High School – Grades 10–12, public
• St. Joseph Catholic High School – Grades 10–12, Catholic

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Sylvan Lake

• Westcott Community School – K–9, public
• St. Mary School – K–6, Catholic

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Rural & Hamlet Areas

• Gasoline Alley & Surrounding Areas: Served by Red Deer Public and Catholic bus routes. Contact Public Transportation or Contact Catholic Transportation.

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🚸 Tips for Families Moving to Red Deer County

• ✅ Reach out to school principals early for tours and registration timelines.
• ✅ Confirm catchment boundaries and bus eligibility before listing your current home.
• ✅ Explore extracurriculars like sports, music programs, and clubs at each school.

🔗 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 Red Deer, Sylvan Lake, 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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