St. Martin: Edmonton Catholic School District

Ukrainian / English Bilingual Program

St. Martin is a truly unique school - a language school. Our Ukrainian/English Bilingual Program *plus French provides children with a Wealth of Experiences and Advantages that benefit them within the classroom walls and beyond.

Learning a second (and third!) language will

enhance academic growth and excellence

enrich and complement a child's first language

facilitate fluency in additional languages

encourage new ways of thinking about things

develop an appreciation for cultural diversity in Canada and the world

open doors to exciting career opportunities
earn citizenship in the world community

Students who continue in the Ukrainian/Bilingual program (plus French) through to Grade 12 will be able to communicate effectively in three languages. This will enrich their personal lives and make them more competitive as they enter the global job market.

The St. Martin Experience

St. Martin is a safe, welcoming environment in which children are given the opportunity to learn, create, explore, discover, experience, and enjoy. These activities develop self-confidence, expand abilities, teach sharing and cooperation, and encourage life long learning.

The Advantage of Learning a Second Language