Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools 2026-2027 school registration information
Registration for Kindergarten, French Immersion- Early (K/1) and Late (Grade 6), Academy and Out of Catchment requests for the 2026-2027 school year begins on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
You do not need to re-register your child if they are currently enrolled in Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools. Registration is only required if you would like to register your child for a French Immersion program, high school Academy program, or submit an Out of Catchment request.
To register visit: NLPS 2026-2027 Registration Portal The registration portal will be available starting 8 a.m. on January 7, 2026.
More information:
Kindergarten
Is your child turning 5 on or before December 31, 2026? If so, Kindergarten registration opens January 7, 2026 for September 2026. Don’t delay! Many schools are at or near capacity. Register your child for Kindergarten as soon as possible to ensure a spot in your catchment school.
Early French Immersion Registration (Kindergarten & Grade 1)
Registration for Early French Immersion (Kindergarten & Grade 1) starts January 7, 2026 at 8 a.m. and ends January 31, 2026. Student placement in French Immersion will be done via lottery. Students with an older sibling, who will still be attending the same school, must register by the stated deadline for priority placement.
An Email will be sent out mid-February to all applicants announcing the lottery results. Applicants not offered a space are automatically placed on a wait list. Students who do not gain admission to Early French Immersion will be automatically registered at their catchment-area school.
Late French Immersion Registration (Grade 6 at École Quarterway)
Late French Immersion is a two-year intensive program offered to any student who has completed Grade 5. This second language program allows students who have completed French Immersion in Grade 6 and 7 to continue in the French Immersion program in High School and earn a Dual Dogwood Diploma (English and French). Registration opens on January 7, 2026.
The program is only offered at Ecole Quarterway Elementary. Call 250 754-6845 if you would like more information about Late French Immersion.
Secondary Academies
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public School offers several academy options for students in Grade 8 to 12 who are looking for a more immersive experience in sport or the creative arts.
Academy applications for the 2026-2027 school year will be accepted online only between January 7 and March 1, 2026. An online registration MUST be submitted for your child to be enrolled in an Academy program.
Academies currently include:
Lacrosse, Soccer, Beach Volleyball and Hockey- Nanaimo District Secondary School
Jazz Academy- Wellington Secondary
Performing Arts Academy- Dover Bay Secondary
Out of Catchment requests
Registration for Out of Catchment applications opens January 7, 2026 and the deadline is March 31, 2026 for the upcoming school year.
- Please note: Out of Catchment request are rarely granted. The district prioritizes space for students in their catchment school and a school is only able to enroll Out of Catchment students if there is sufficient space, and there are resources to facilitate such a move. Most schools are currently at capacity or near capacity.
- Out of Catchment requests will be reviewed, and decisions made, by April 30.
- Families will be notified by April 30 regarding the status of their request. Please do not contact the district to check on the status of your Out of Catchment request.
- Another review process will occur on September 30 of the school year where all applications, including those received after March 31st, will be reviewed.
- Have you moved? If your child is currently registered in an NLPS school and you have since moved or will be moving to a residence outside of that school’s catchment area, you do not need to submit an Out of Catchment request for your child to continue to attend their current school. Please provide the school office with your new address.
Please note that the following programs have different registration processes:
Learning Alternatives– To register: email info.la@sd68.bc.ca or call 250-753-6331.
Island ConnectEd (online learning) To register: https://ic.schools.sd68.bc.ca/ or email info.ic@sd68.bc.ca
Career and Technical Centre– To register: https://ctc-careerpaths.ca/ or email ctc@sd68.bc.ca
QUESTIONS: Email or call Central Registration: ereg@sd68.bc.ca or call 250-741-5264.