FAQs: Academics

What grades are offered at the NSS?

Currently the school is Grade 8 – 12.

What are the class sizes at NSS?

The junior high school class size is typically around 22 students.
The high school class size is typically around 21 students.

Do you offer all levels of Math, Science, English and Social Studies? (i.e Math 30-1 & Math 30-2).

Yes, we offer all -1 and -2 courses in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. We also offer all three sciences to the 30 level as well as Math 31 and Science 30. If students require other course selections, they will be available with Palliser Beyond Borders.

Is French immersion offered as an option?

It is not offered at this time; only French Challenge is available.

Does Palliser offer any online classes in other languages?

French is offered online with support in the classroom. Spanish is available through online providers.  

If students opted to take Option Courses that are available with Palliser, where would the students take these?

Students can take these at the NSS itself, at another Palliser school within Calgary or online through Palliser Beyond Borders

How many NSS students go on to post-secondary and university?

More than 95% of our students graduate high school with grades to attend university. Many students choose to follow their sport passion before attending university.

Have NSS students been selected for US universities and/or NCAA athletic scholarships?

Yes, many of our students have obtained either academic, athletic or both scholarships to US universities.