Dear Parents/Guardians,

For several years, Tom Baines School had been at capacity, and students who could not be accommodated were designated to Arbour Lake School.

Effective immediately, Tom Baines School will no longer have an overflow designation as enrolment has stabilized, and it is anticipated that the school can accommodate all students from the designated communities. Additionally, this means that there will not be a lottery for incoming students in the 2026-27 school year.

Why am I receiving this notice?

According to Calgary Board of Education (CBE) records, you live in the community of Edgemont or Hamptons, and your child(ren) or school may be impacted by the removal of the overflow designation.

Are there any changes for students attending Alternative or Language Program?

There are no changes for students currently attending CBE alternative or language programs. This notice is being shared for information purposes to keep families in the community informed.

What if I have more questions?

Please contact your principal if you have questions regarding these changes. If you still have questions or require additional information, please contact the Area 1 office at Area1@cbe.ab.ca or 403-777-8710 (extension 0).