New to Canada?
We can help register your child for school!
Our Family Welcome Centre helps newcomer families register their children for school in Grades 1 to 12 and settle into the Ottawa Catholic school community. We can help you whether you’re a permanent resident, refugee, Canadian citizen, diplomat or in Canada on a study or work permit.
Book an appointment
Call us to make an appointment if you meet one of the following:
Book an appointment with us if you meet one of the following:
You moved to Canada within the last six months, even if you’re coming from an English-speaking country.
OR
English is not your child’s first language and:
- Your child studied in a language other than English. This includes French-speaking students from French schools in Ottawa.
- You’ve moved to Ontario from another province in Canada.
- Your child attended school in another country for six months or longer.
Family Welcome Centre
We’re located at the school board office: 570 West Hunt Club Road in Nepean and open Monday to Friday.
What to bring to your appointment
Mandatory
- Proof of age (your child’s birth certificate or passport)
- Proof of status in Canada for yourself and your child (Canadian citizenship, permanent resident, work permit, or study permit)
- Proof of your address in Ottawa (rental or mortgage agreement, utility bill, or bank/credit card statement)
If applicable:
- Your child’s official report cards and or transcripts for the last two years
- Your, or your child’s, baptismal certificate (for students in Grade 1 to 8)
- Immunization records
What will happen during your visit
Both you and your child will need to attend your appointment. Your appointment will be approximately two to three hours long. Here is a brief description of what a typical appointment at our Family Welcome Centre might look like:
