Welcome Back! Ready for a Grand Return on September 2

Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025

Schools are ready to welcome students back on Tuesday, September 2. Below, you'll find all the links and information you need to make it a Grand Return. 

Transportation

Information about bus routes, pickup locations and schedule times is posted on the Student Transportation Services website.

For transportation information for students from Six Nations or from Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, attending Grand Erie schools, contact Sharp Bus Lines directly by calling 519-751-3434.

If you have moved over the summer or are looking to update your transportation information for services to/ from another location, please complete a Transportation Request form.

Registration

Returning students do not need to register, unless changing schools within Grand Erie. For families new to Grand Erie or who have moved within Grand Erie, you need to complete the registration process.

The Grand Welcome Centre is a place where all new Multilingual Language Learners and First Nation, Métis, or Inuit students and their families are welcomed into the Grand Erie community. To start the school registration process, families must make an appointment by calling 519-756-6301 ext. 281031 or by email at welcome@granderie.ca.  

Starting Kindergarten

If your child was born in 2021, they are eligible to start Kindergarten in the 2025-26 school year. Registration for 2025-26 is now open. 

Kindergarten students start school in September through a gradual entry process:

  • Tuesday, September 2: all year 2 students
  • Wednesday, September 3: half of year 1 and all year 2 students
  • Thursday, September 4: other half of year 1 and all year 2 students
  • Friday, September 5: all students

Attendance Counts

Regular attendance is crucial for student success. Each day in class provides valuable learning experiences, and opportunities to develop skills and access resources. With consistent attendance, students are more likely to achieve higher grades, build strong relationships and feel more connected to their community. Read the attendance strategy

Before-and-After Care 

Looking for before-and-after school program information? Explore our program options.

2025-26 School Year Calendar

The calendar for the entire school year is available on the Grand Erie website, with separate calendars for elementary and secondary schools. Please contact your school directly for any school-specific questions about activities or schedules. 

Student Absences and Reporting 

Grand Erie uses a student absence reporting system called SafeArrival. This system makes it easy for you to report your child’s absence and easy for staff to respond to unexplained student absences. 

Using your mobile device, download and install the SchoolMessenger app, and select Sign Up to create your account. Parents and caregivers can also call the toll-free number 1-833-557-9420 to report an absence using the automated phone system. These options are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

SchoolCash Online

SchoolCash Online is an easy and safe way to pay your child’s school fees and complete school start-up forms, such as permission forms. You can sign directly in to SchoolCash Online. Parents and caregivers will receive an email directly from SchoolCash Online (KEV) once the school year starts.

Mental Health Resources

Feeling the back-to-school jitters? Review these tips for a successful start. To access mental health supports and resources, visit the School Mental Health Ontario website. 

Public Health

Grand Erie Public Health has created school health resources for parents and caregivers, such as kindergarten orientation, immunization and dental screening information.

Stay Connected

Keep up with important updates throughout the school year and follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can email us at anytime info@granderie.ca.

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