Welcome classes and French classes: a newcomer child's first school days
A child arriving in Quebec is enrolled quickly, often in a welcome class with intensive French. The steps depend on the school service centre, and the file needs a few documents.
This page describes the general structure of the system, which stays stable. But exact thresholds, fees, and specific program statuses can change within weeks. Before relying on a specific figure or date below, confirm the current status on Quebec.ca or Canada.ca.
A child arriving in Quebec is enrolled quickly, often in a welcome class with intensive French. The steps depend on the school service centre, and the file needs a few documents.
Enrol even without every document
A child has the right to be schooled, including in several precarious status situations. Present what you have, and ask in writing what is missing; a refusal must be written and explained.