School, Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12

Information about schools, curriculum, student supports, and education programs for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

School enrolment, calendars, and records

Find schools in your community and access key information about the school year and early learning entry points.

Directory of NWT Education Bodies

Find contact information for education authorities and district education bodies across the Northwest Territories.

Directory of NWT schools

List of schools across the Northwest Territories, including contact information and locations.

School calendars

View approved school year calendars, including start and end dates, holidays, and professional development days.

Junior kindergarten and kindergarten

Learn about kindergarten programs, including eligibility and program information.

Request a Transcript

Request an official NWT high school transcript, GED record, or enrolment history through the online form.

NWT student records

Request official student transcripts and other academic records.

Historical Records

Access historical education records and archival student information.

Support for students

Information on support and services available to students and education bodies.

Student Support Services

Information on support and services available to students and education bodies.

Curriculum, education programs, and graduation requirements

Learn about what students study from kindergarten to Grade 12 and the requirements for graduation.

NWT Education Programs and JK-12 School Curriculum

Information on English, French as First Language, and French Immersion programs, including JK–12 school curriculum.

English Programming

Find curriculum resources for the JK–12 English education program in NWT schools.

French Immersion programming

Find curriculum resources for the JK–12 French Immersion education program in NWT schools.

French as First Language Programming

Access curriculum information and resources for the French as First Language education program offered in NWT schools.

Graduation requirements

Review the course and credit requirements students must meet to earn a high school diploma.

Student Assessment Approaches and Tools

Learn about student assessment methods, classroom evaluation, and reporting practices used in NWT schools.

About the education system

JK-12 Curriculum Renewal

Learn about updates to the JK–12 curriculum and how students across the NWT are supported in learning and achievement.

Performance Measures Reports

View reports on how the NWT education system is improving learning and supporting student success.

Wellness Data

Learn about the Early and Middle Years Development Instruments used to understand and support student well-being and development in the NWT.

Northwest Territories graduation rates

Access data and information about graduation rates across NWT.

Healthy Food for Learning

Learn how the Healthy Food for Learning program helps students access nutritious meals and snacks.

Drinking Water Testing in JK-12 Schools

View lead testing results for drinking water at schools and learn how the GNWT is supporting safe drinking water in schools.

Education Renewal

Learn about Education Renewal and the initiatives shaping the future of JK–12 education in the NWT.

Northern Distance Learning

Learn about Northern Distance Learning, which provides live virtual courses for students in small and remote communities across the Northwest Territories.

Teaching in the NWT

For current educators and prospective teachers

Teacher Qualification and Certification

Learn about teacher certification requirements and how to apply for certification in the Northwest Territories.

Prospective Teacher Information

Learn about teaching in the NWT, including certification, qualifications, and career pathways.

Pathways to Teach Canada

Learn how internationally educated teachers can apply to have their credentials and language skills assessed for teacher certification in the NWT.

Resources for Current Education Staff

Access resources, curriculum guidance, standards, and tools to support teaching, learning, and student well-being.

Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect: Response Guidelines for Education Body Staff

Access guidance and procedures for responding to suspected child abuse or neglect.

Education Hall of Fame

The Education Hall of Fame provides lasting recognition and gratitude toward those who have provided exemplary service or made a lasting impression to the field of education in the Northwest Territories.
Updated: May 20, 2026