CFIS offers bus transferring.
Service options offered are regular rider, regular rider AM only, regular rider PM only.
The regions CFIS offers busing from are:
Calgary
Additional notes: CFIS’s partnership with Southland Transportation offers bus routes serving various Calgary communities and the surrounding area. Because of this, CFIS is able to transport students from the Calgary and area - from Rocky Ridge, Scenic Acres and Cochrane in the northwest to Garrison Woods, Marda Loop, Lakeview, Willow Park and McKenzie Lake - and everywhere in between!
THE OUR KIDS REPORT: Calgary French & International School
The big picture on Calgary French & International School
We summarized the school ourselves
The Calgary French & International School (CFIS) is one of the leading independent schools in Canada. Students enjoy enriched academic courses, take part in incredible co-curricular programming, and graduate fluent in three languages. Each student’s unique potential is nurtured within our warm, welcoming community, and we work together to create a dynamic learning environment with each student’s individual learning needs in mind. Strong academics and robust language programming are the foundation of CFIS, and to that end, a wide range of options is offered to encourage students to explore interests in subject areas they may not have previously experienced. Within CFIS’s French immersion learning environment, the curriculum is taught in French, with the exception of English language arts and Spanish as a third language. CFIS students graduate fully bilingual in French and English and with functional fluency in Spanish. Tomorrow’s world will require today’s young people to be innovative and creative global citizens. As multilingual learners in a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Associated School, Round Square School and IB programming at the Senior High level, CFIS students will be confident in their ability to communicate in a variety of languages, which will help them to make a difference in their world. Each one is encouraged to lead advocacy and humanitarian work related to their studies, in their local community and even globally. Through international connections, including travel studies in higher grades, students are taught to effectively and confidently navigate among different cultures, which affords our graduates an exciting range of future options. CFIS graduates are well-prepared for university, finishing Grade 12 with the courses required to pursue post-secondary studies in the fields of their choice. CFIS alumni have moved on to study at French and English universities throughout Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom in a wide-range of disciplines.
We questioned the school administration
1. Who are you, as a school?
"Calgary French & International School is a vibrant multilingual learning community where students aged 19 months to 18 years thrive through curiosity and exploration. Students graduate bilingual in French and English, with fluency in Spanish. Learning is enriched through International Baccalaureate, UNESCO and travel studies programs that foster compassion, cultural understanding and global citizenship. For over 55 years, CFIS students have been inspired to discover the world with confidence and enthusiasm."
Founded in 1969
Full French Immersion Learning Environment
International Baccalaureate (Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme)
Round Square & UNESCO member school
International Travel Studies
Intramurals & Sports Teams
Fine Arts (Music, Band and Drama)
Busing Services
House Program (grades 6-12)
Spanish Language Arts (grade 4-12)
2. What do you do differently and uniquely well?
We CARE. We CONNECT. We STRIVE. We GROW.
At CFIS, these values shape everything we do. From early childhood through Grade 12, our students are immersed in a French language environment that nurtures curiosity, builds meaningful connections, and inspires personal and academic growth. Rooted in global citizenship and driven by a spirit of excellence, CFIS is more than a school—it’s a community where every child is known, supported, and empowered to thrive.
"We CARE. We CONNECT. We STRIVE. We GROW.
At CFIS, these values shape everything we do. From early childhood through Grade 12, our students are immersed in a French language environment that nurtures curiosity, builds meaningful connections, and inspires personal and academic growth. Rooted in global citizenship and driven by a spirit of excellence, CFIS is more than a school—it’s a community where every child is known, supported, and empowered to thrive."
3. What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?
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4. What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?
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5. What type of student is a good fit for your school?
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6. Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?
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7. To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?
CFIS offers students a unique, full French immersion educational experience in an inclusive and diverse community. Our dynamic multilingual educational environment nurtures academic excellence, cultural understanding and global perspectives. We value the student experience and academic success to prepare students with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.
"CFIS offers students a unique, full French immersion educational experience in an inclusive and diverse community. Our dynamic multilingual educational environment nurtures academic excellence, cultural understanding and global perspectives. We value the student experience and academic success to prepare students with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world."
8. How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?
Calgary French & International School has been ranked the #1 French school, #1 high school, and #2 elementary school in Alberta by the Fraser Institute’s 2024 school rankings.
"Calgary French & International School has been ranked the #1 French school, #1 high school, and #2 elementary school in Alberta by the Fraser Institute’s 2024 school rankings."
9. What aspect of your school is underappreciated?
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10. What might families find surprising about your school?
Our multilingual education opens doors to international cultures and connections. Join our diverse, inclusive community where differences are celebrated. We're not just a school, we are a global village. CFIS values your child's experience and academic success, preparing them with the skills, language, knowledge, and attitudes they need to thrive in an interconnected world. At CFIS education means becoming a global citizen with limitless horizons.
"Our multilingual education opens doors to international cultures and connections. Join our diverse, inclusive community where differences are celebrated. We're not just a school, we are a global village. CFIS values your child's experience and academic success, preparing them with the skills, language, knowledge, and attitudes they need to thrive in an interconnected world. At CFIS education means becoming a global citizen with limitless horizons."
11. What improvements or changes has your school made recently?
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12. How will your school change in the next 5 years?
Preschool to Gr. 4 (current), Preschool to Gr. 6 (current) — Watch our parent interview with Erin Litwiniuk to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Calgary French & International School.
Our daughter absolutely loves CFIS. She feels a strong community connection with supportive teachers and positive behaviour from the students. The teachers are kind and helpful, and foster a balanced approach to working out conflict. The curriculum format is interesting and challenging, and allows for creative minds and engaged participation. To date we have received no negative feedback from our daughter, and she loves all aspects of the school. Furthermore, the school facilities are clean and well maintained, and foster an environment of safety, security, and care. One thing that stands out to me is the attentiveness of the faculty. During school drop off or pick up, school leadership is always present greeting the families and children, and many times recognizing them by name. Very impressive.
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