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Arabic Bilingual Program

Arabic Bilingual programming provides students with opportunities to acquire and maintain language skills in Arabic and English. Evansdale School currently has Arabic Bilingual programming in grades 1 through 6. 

  • Develop language and literacy skills in Arabic and English, and use both to communicate 
  • Learn about the cultures of the Arabic-speaking world 

BENEFITS

  • Proficiency in English and Arabic
  • Improved academic achievement
  • Improved skills in the student’s first language
  • Knowledge and appreciation of different cultures

ELIGIBILITY

  • To register in Grade 1, no previous knowledge of Arabic is required.
  • Students entering the program after Grade 1 are considered on an individual basis.

ALBERTA CURRICULUM

All Edmonton Public Schools programming is based on curriculum determined by Alberta Education. Students enrolled in Arabic Bilingual will receive the same high-quality education available in all of our programs.

TRANSPORTATION

  • Grade 1 to 6 - Some yellow busing options are available.

For more information about busing, contact the school or call Student Transportation at 780-429-8585.