Gifted and Talented Program

Gifted and Talented Program at Lynnwood School

Lynnwood School is proud to be a Division site for the Gifted and Talented program, designed to meet the unique learning needs of high-ability students who have been formally identified through the CCAT7 and/or psychoeducational assessments conducted by a registered psychologist.

While all Alberta students follow the Alberta Program of Studies, the Gifted and Talented program goes well beyond grade-level expectations. Gifted learners tend to grasp concepts quickly and require programming that matches their accelerated pace, depth of thinking, and intellectual curiosity.

At Lynnwood, our Gifted and Talented students engage in:

• Inquiry-Based Learning: Students explore complex questions and real-world problems, developing critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.

• Project-Based Learning: Hands-on, interdisciplinary projects allow students to apply their knowledge in creative and meaningful ways, often culminating in presentations, prototypes, or community-based solutions.

• Rigorous, Enriched Curriculum: Programming is thoughtfully designed to stretch student thinking, offering challenge, depth, and opportunities for academic exploration beyond the regular curriculum.

Students in the program are grouped with peers who share similar cognitive abilities, which fosters intellectual collaboration, creativity, and confidence. Teachers provide accelerated content, open-ended tasks, and individualized supports that match the pace and complexity these learners require.

Benefits of the Gifted and Talented Program:

• Develops independence, self-direction, and leadership skills

• Builds strong critical and creative thinking abilities

• Encourages a love of learning and intellectual risk-taking

• Prepares students for success in advanced academic pathways

If you are looking for a program that challenges and inspires your child to think deeply, ask big questions, and engage meaningfully with their learning — the Gifted and Talented program at Lynnwood School may be the right fit.

For more information about eligibility and the referral process, please contact the school office.