Welcome Centre
Contact the Welcome Centre at [email protected] or 519-636-2511 to schedule an appointment.
Who should contact the Welcome Centre:
- Elementary (Grades JK-8) or secondary (Grades 9-12) students new to Canada and English is not their first language
- Any student born in Canada whose first language is not English
What to Expect
Our mission is to support and educate newcomers about the expectations of the LDCSB schools and to make the transition as smooth as possible.
- We will assess student’s current language and math skills
- Based on secondary language assessment, the place of school registration will be determined
- You will be given information regarding community programs (SWIS - see below)
Our mission is to support and educate newcomers about the expectations of LDCSB schools and make the transition as smooth as possible.
SWIS - Settlement Workers in Schools
SWIS workers are available at the Welcome Centre and in our schools to assist families with settlement needs. A SWIS consent to referral will be completed at the Welcome Centre or the school.
SWIS provides:
- referrals to community and social service agencies
- information and orientation to the community
- assistance with documentation for immigration, settlement and citizenship
SWIS Documents