St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary/Junior High School will open in September 2027, bringing together students from St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School and the current St. Nicholas Catholic Junior High School in a new Kindergarten to Grade 9 Catholic learning community.
The new school is being built on the former St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School in Rundle Heights at 3310 107 Ave. NW.
As we prepare for the opening of the new St. Nicholas School, Edmonton Catholic Schools is inviting students, families, and staff to review the proposed attendance area and share their preferences for option courses and extracurricular activities.
About the New School
The new St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary/Junior High School will replace and consolidate St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School, the current St. Nicholas Catholic Junior High School, and the former St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School. It will feature a variety of specialized learning spaces designed to support student learning, creativity, collaboration, and spiritual and physical well-being, including:
- STEM classrooms
- Central collaboration spaces
- A Career and Technology Studies (CTS) lab
- Two music and fine arts rooms
- A large gymnasium and a smaller gymnasium
- A soccer academy space and an outdoor turf field
- A foods lab
- A space designed to support Indigenous learning and perspectives
School-Wide STEM
A defining feature of St. Nicholas will be its school-wide STEM program. Every student who attends St. Nicholas will be part of the program. STEM is integrated throughout the core curriculum and school experience, helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to explore, innovate, and solve real-world problems.
Kindergarten with Full-Day Programming
St. Nicholas will offer Kindergarten with Full-Day Programming. The program is designed to give young learners the best possible start.
For half of the day, students learn from a certified teacher who delivers the Alberta curriculum. The other half is spent in the Extensions Studio, where an Early Childhood Educator extends learning through hands-on activities, exploration, and purposeful play.
Grade 4 to 9 Soccer Academy
The new St. Nicholas will expand its Soccer Academy to students in Grades 4 to 9, giving more students the opportunity to develop their skills and participate in specialized soccer programming. The academy offers a comprehensive program designed to challenge and inspire each player, regardless of their current level of play, while fostering teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship. A dedicated Soccer Academy space and outdoor turf field will support learning and development on and off the field.
Proposed Attendance Area
Edmonton Catholic Schools has developed a proposed attendance area for the new St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary/Junior High School.
When developing attendance areas, ECSD considers school capacity, current and projected enrolment at nearby Catholic schools.
We are asking families to review the proposed attendance area and tell us what we should consider before it is finalized.
Have Your Say
We want your help planning for the new school and supporting a successful transition for students and families.
The questionnaire will gather feedback on:
- The proposed attendance area
- Preferred option courses
- Extracurricular activities
Watch the video below to learn more about the new school and proposed attendance area, then complete the online questionnaire.
The online questionnaire is now open and will close on December 1.
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Next Steps
ECSD will review the feedback and share a What We Heard Report in December 2026. The report will highlight key questionnaire findings and update you on attendance area planning, option courses, and extracurricular opportunities being considered for the new school.
If you have any questions, please email engagement@ecsd.net.
HOW WE GOT HERE
On March 1, 2024, the Alberta Government announced full construction funding for the Catholic K-9 Rundle Heights Replacement School. It will be located on the former site of St. Jerome near 33 Street and 107 Avenue NW.
The new school will replace and consolidate:
- St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School
- St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School
- St. Nicholas Catholic Junior High School
As part of the replacement project, St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School was demolished and during construction, St. Jerome students were temporarily accommodated at St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School.
The school will welcome students and staff in September 2027.
Timelines
September 2027 – Opening of St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary/Junior High School
December 2024 – Demolition of the former St. Jerome school
September 2024 - St. Jerome students relocated to St. Bernadette
March 2024 – Full construction funding received
April 2024 -Information Session
May 2023 – In-Person Engagement
Spring 2022 – Fall 2019 – Community Meetings
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who should complete the questionnaire?
The questionnaire is intended for students, families, and staff in northeast Edmonton. This includes current students and families at St. Bernadette and St. Nicholas, as well as families at nearby Catholic elementary schools whose children may attend St. Nicholas for junior high.
Why is ECSD collecting this feedback?
Your feedback will help ECSD understand what should be considered as the proposed attendance area is finalized and identify priorities for option courses and extracurricular activities at the new St. Nicholas. Som elements of the new school are already confirmed, including the Kindergarten to Grade 9 configuration, school location and facility design, school-wide STEM programming, and the Grade 4 to 9 Soccer Academy.
How can students from proposed attendance area participate and provide their feedback?
Students in Grade 6 to 8 at St. Bernadette, St. Leo, and St. Nicholas will complete a student questionnaire during the school day.
How did you determine what the proposed attendance area would look like?
A lot of thought and consideration go into determining an attendance area. We consider school capacity, current and projected population, completion of residential development, feeder school alignment, and program continuity. We also strive to ensure the boundaries will not significantly impact enrolment at nearby Catholic schools.
When can I enrol my child?
Registration and pre-enrolment open on February 1, 2027.
Will St. Nicholas host an Open House?
Yes, an open house is planned for February 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Visit stnicholas.ecsd.net/openhousefor details.
What programs will be offered at St. Nicholas Catholic Junior High School?
The new school will offer a Kindergarten to Grade 9 STEM program, a Grade 4-9 Soccer Academy, and Kindergarten with Full-Day Programming.
What is a school-wide STEM program?
Every student who attends St. Nicholas will be part of the STEM program. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are integrated throughout the core curriculum and school experience, helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to explore, innovate, and solve real-world problems.
Will the STEM program cost families?
There are no additional costs for STEM beyond general school fees and any fees associated with selected option courses.
Will there be fees for the Soccer Academy?
Yes. The Soccer Academy will have associated fees; however, the fee structure is still being finalized. More information will be shared with families before registration opens.
Is transportation available for students living within the St. Nicholas attendance area?
Yes. Yellow bus transportation will be available for eligible elementary students. For junior high students, Edmonton Catholic Schools’ preferred method of transportation is Edmonton Transit Service (ETS).
Is transportation available for students who live outside the attendance area and attend St. Nicholas for STEM or the Soccer Academy?
No. Transportation will not be provided for students living outside the attendance area who choose to attend St. Nicholas for STEM or the Soccer Academy.
How do I apply for yellow bus transportation?
Families requesting yellow bus transportation for eligible elementary students will need to complete a Transportation Application. Learn more about eligibility and the application process: Transportation Information at Edmonton Catholic Schools.
Can I register at the school if I don’t live in the catchment area?
Non-resident students may also register if sufficient space and resources are available. More information can be found here: Administrative Procedure 300 – Admission of Students