Pre-Enrollment 2026-2027
Pre-enrolment and registration both start at 8 a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026. The deadline for all families to choose their school for the 2026–27 school year is 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
WELCOME TO PRINCETON SCHOOL
Welcome
Princeton School offers programming for students entering Kindergarten through Grade 6. This includes our Neighbourhood program, our Cogito program for Kindergarten and Grade 1, and dedicated classrooms for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder who have complex needs.
With approximately 220 students, Princeton provides a caring, safe, and close-knit learning community where every child is known, valued, and supported.
If you are registering for Kindergarten or are new to Edmonton Public Schools, you must register online. A resident student of Edmonton Public Schools has at least one parent or legal guardian living in Edmonton who is not Roman Catholic.
Cogito K-2 at Princeton School for the 2026-2027 School Year
We are excited to announce that Princeton School will be offering Cogito programming for students in K-2, in addition to our regular program, in the 2026-2027 school year. Please contact the office at 780-476-2344 to learn more.
COGITO KINDERGARTEN APPLICATIONS & 'MEETINGS FOR SUCCESS':
We will be holding an in person information session for families interested in the Cogito program on February 19th at 6:00PM. This presentation covers information about the Cogito program and our admin team will be available to answer your questions.
All Kindergarten applicants interested in the Cogito Program are required to participate in a 'Meeting for Success'. This is an opportunity for prospective students to engage in age-appropriate tasks presented in a Cogito setting while being observed by the teachers.
School Administration will use the evidence and observations collected during the ‘Meeting for Success’ to engage parents in a conversation about the child’s readiness for the expectations and demands of the program. These meetings are an important way to connect with our new families and students, and this connection is vital to student success in the Cogito program.
Princeton will host Kindergarten Meetings for Success on March 12th at 2:30PM. To register please email princeton@epsb.ca by March 9th. Please include a contact number so we can contact you.
NEW COGITO REGISTRATIONS:
New registrants interested in the Cogito Program will be asked to provide a copy of their latest Progress Report. School Administration can use this to engage parents in a conversation about the child’s readiness for the expectations and demands of the program. Levels of achievement are not used as the sole determining factor for the child’s readiness for the program.
Cogito Registration FAQs:
What is random selection?
Following the end of the registration period, if there are more Cogito applications than there is space, the school will follow a random selection process. Families will be notified of random selection results between April 13 - April 17, 2026.
What happens if my child is not accepted through random selection?
Applicants will remain at their current school if already enrolled. They may also attend their designated school, or any other Division school with space remaining. You do not need to register again; simply contact your second choice of school and they will let you know if they can accept your child. Please note that other Cogito sites will likely have undergone random selection and will not be able to accept transfers.
Can I add my child to a waitlist?
The Cogito waitlist for 2026 - 2027 opens after random selection is complete and closes in September 2026. No further students will be accepted into 2026 - 2027 Cogito classes after September 2026. Students can only be added to the waitlist while it is open.
Are there any tests or requirements to apply?
Cogito applicants in Grades 1 & 2 will be asked to email a copy of their most recent report card to the school. It is expected that applicants are learning at grade level. Kindergarten applicants must attend a Meeting for Success.
How many seats do you have available?
The number of seats available in each Cogito grade level depends on how many current students are returning for the new school year. We will not have an estimated number of available Cogito seats until late March, when pre-enrollment is nearing completion.
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Welcome to the 2025–2026 School Year!
At Princeton School, we are proud to nurture a warm, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment where students feel safe, respected, and inspired to try their best every day. Whether you're a returning family or new to our school community—welcome! We look forward to getting to know you and partnering in your child’s educational journey.
Princeton is home to three distinct and valued programs: our Interactions program, supporting students with autism; Cogito, a structured, content-rich program that emphasizes a strong academic foundation; and our Neighbourhood program, serving the diverse learning needs of our community. Together, these programs create a rich and vibrant learning environment where every child can thrive.
As we continue to align our work with Edmonton Public Schools' strategic plan (2022–2026), our focus remains on academic excellence, student well-being, and equity for all. Strong foundations in literacy and numeracy continue to be a priority, and our dedicated staff are committed to delivering engaging, high-quality instruction that supports each learner's growth.
We know that relationships matter. By working together—with families, students, and our wider community—we can create the conditions for every student to succeed.
Thank you for choosing Princeton. We’re excited for the year ahead and all the possibilities it holds!
Yours in partnership,
Annette Hlavacek
Principal, Princeton School