Escuela Mill Creek serves the students and parents south of the river and Millwoods.  The district will provide busing for students within our areas, that are outside of the maximum walking distance. The school is vibrant with the many different cultures that have come together for the common purpose of learning Spanish.  

International Spanish Academy

Escuela Mill Creek School is a designated International Spanish Academy. Escuela Mill Creek School is the first school in Alberta to receive this designation from the education ministry in the government of Spain. Escuela Mill Creek School is unique in that all students are enroled in the Spanish Bilingual Progam. We have recently grown to fill our school's capacity of 350 students. 

The Spanish Bilingual Program operates where half of instruction is in Spanish and half of the instruction is in English. The subjects that are taught in Spanish are Spanish Language Arts, Math, Health, Art, and Physical Education. The subjects that are taught in English are English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. 

Why Learn Spanish?  

1. In the Americas (outside NAFTA) Canada exports nearly $6 billion in goods and commercial services annually.
2. Mexico is Canada’ 4th largest trading partner.
3. Canada is the 2nd largest foreign investor in Chile.
4. Exports to South America in 2000 grew 13% to over $3 billion.
5. Canadian export growth of close to 20% was recorded to Chile, Colombia, Peru and Venezuela.
6. Canada became a member of the Organization of American States (OAS) in 1990. Canadian relations with Latin America have been expanding and Canada has been part of the process to create a free trade zone in the Western Hemisphere.

Mill Creek is a Spanish Bilingual Program. If students and parents choose Mill Creek as their school they will be in the Spanish Bilingual Program. We accept students in kindergarten and (space permitting) grade one. Students wishing to enter the program in grades two - six must prove Spanish language equivalency skills.

We have a very vibrant and active School Council. School council supports teachers and administration with communication and fundraising. 

Despite the restrictions due to COVID-19, Escuela Mill Creek continues to offer student's leadership opporunities through the grade six LGTBQ+ GSA and the grade five kindness club (star patrol). 

Escuela Mill Creek is located on 9735 80 Ave which is two blocks from Whyte Avenue. This close knit community sees our school as a hub of vibrant and exciting energy. The community is also going through a revitalization as more young families are moving into the area. Prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, every year in May we held our renowned Fiesta, a gathering of community members, parents, friends and family members to celebate Latin American and Hispanic culture and to see our students perform. We hope to continue this vibrant tradition virtually.

Our Learning Community is centred around our students. Parents and extended family are active and engaged through our school council and in many other ways. The School council hosts fundraiser events, creates communication and support opportunities with classroom teachers, and works alongside school administration to build a vibrant and inclusive school culture. Currently, the school council and fundraising society are building a new expansion to our school playground. 

At Escuela Mill Creek we believe in the following:

1. That the Parent and school partnership is essential in ensuring that your children receive the best possible education
2. Open and Honest communication regarding your child's learning is essential to student success
3. That all children are capable of learning at a high level
4. That each child be treated with dignity and respect
5. Creating a safe and caring learning environment is an active and ongoing process

Vision and Mission Statements. Escuela Mill Creek culture is focused on: 

1. Español, Academics, and Art
2. Celebrating our Latin American roots and Hispanic heritage
3. Representing the International Spanish Academy
4. Music, art, and culture are experienced by all students
5. Always Choosing Kindness
6. Physical activity is essential for health and learning
7. Todos Juntos

Escuela Mill Creek Volunteering Opportunities

We appreciate and welcome all forms of volunteers at our school. If you can help in the library, read to a student, assist in the office, share a talent,  please let us know. Contact the school office to participate in this essential program.

A sure sign of a successful school is one in which students; staff, parents and community are involved in daily routines and special activities.