Education in Antigonish is about more than just reading, writing and arithmetic.
The Strait Regional School Board, which operates public schooling in Antigonish, has set forth a mission to ‘provide all students with educational opportunities that will help them gain the necessary skills to develop mentally, physically and socially in a learning environment that enhances and fosters positive self-esteem.’
The board offers seven different grade schools, from Primary to Grade 12, with full French Immersion programs. For parents and guardians who want to engage in their children’s education, the board operates a Strait Up program. It’s used by teachers to advise parents/guardians and students about current classroom work, projects, activities, upcoming tests and assignments, and other classroom expectations.
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Antigonish is also home to one of Canada’s top undergraduate universities, St. Francis Xavier University. St. FX has received highest ratings in Canada from several publications, including Maclean’s and the Globe and Mail. Students receive a high-quality education through outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research experiences, a vibrant residential setting and unique opportunities to make a contribution to communities at home and abroad.
The Coady International Institute is a centre of excellence in community-based development and leadership education. Based on the St. FX campus, it provides leadership education for development professionals from around the world, works on the ground with partner organizations around the world, teaches young Canadians to become active, more engaged global citizens and continues to develop a knowledge network to support successful development practice.
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Antigonish is only a short driving distance from two of the 13 Nova Scotia Community College campuses. With locations in Pictou and Port Hawkesbury, NSCC delivers a diverse program of trades, technology, health, human services, applied arts, new media, business administration and adult education.
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