Regional Learning Choices Programs (RLCP) empower students by providing an opportunity to develop and explore skills in a particular area of interest. The Peel board offers 17 Regional Learning Choices Programs:
- 6 elementary programs beginning in grade 6 (the Arts program at Queen Elizabeth Public School begins in grade 7)
- 11 secondary programs beginning in grade 9
It's important to note, also, that students in the Elementary Regional Learning Choices Program– grades 6, 7 or 8 – will not automatically be accepted into the same program for high school. They must apply to the Secondary RLCP in the same way all other students are applying, and participate in the same assessment process.
Please note the Peel District School Board has cancelled the information nights and participation component of applications for each of its elementary Regional Learning Choices Programs (RLCP) for the 2020-21 school year.
Applications for elementary and secondary regional programs are now closed. If you have already applied and would like to make a payment for the application or program fee, please click here and login using the same email address that was used to apply.
Please use the Find Your School tool to access a list of Regional Learning Choices Programs available in your boundary, based on your home address.
Elementary and Secondary Regional Learning Choices Programs offered:
Click the buttons below to view our elementary and secondary programs. You can also click on the grade for the program of your choice to learn more.
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Graphic and Design Management
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International Baccalaureate
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International Business
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International and Executive
Leadership Academy
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Transportation Engineering
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Application Process
Click on the following links for important dates for elementary and secondary programs, and when applications open and close: Elementary or Secondary
The Regional Learning Choices Programs are open to all students. Students who are interested in applying to any of the RLCP programs will be required to meet the eligibility criteria that is specific to the program of interest. Please attend the parent information night to learn more about the program(s) of your choice and how to apply.
Please ensure that your email address is accurate as this is the main communication method between the school and the applicant.
Once you have successfully applied to a Regional Learning Choices program, you will receive a confirmation email within minutes of submitting your application online. If you do not receive an email confirming your application has been received, please wait 24 hours before contacting the school. Schools will only be able to view your application after 24 hours.
Please note that students who are on visa are not eligible to apply for Regional Learning Choices Programs.
For more information regarding offers, visit the Frequently Asked Questions – Application process.
Random Selection Process
Applicants are offered space in a Regional Learning Choices Program based on a two-step process:
- Once a student applies, there will be a review of their report cards. For elementary: Term Two Report Cards in grade 4 and grade 5 Progress Reports will be used to review students’ elementary RLCP applications. For grade 6 students who live south of the 401 and are applying to the Arts program at Queen Elizabeth Sr. Public School, Term Two grade 5 Report Cards and grade 6 Progress Reports will be reviewed. If a student meets the application criteria, they will move on to the second step in the process. Please note that there may only be a review of the report cards for some secondary programs.
- In the second step, if the student meets the application criteria, their application will be entered into the random selection process for each program. In the random selection process, a computer will randomly assign a number to each applicant who has successfully met the application criteria for each program and spaces for the programs will be offered. Please note that the random selection process is completed centrally at the board level and not at the school level.
Once students have been offered all available spaces in a specific Regional Learning Choices Program, the remaining students who have met the criteria will be placed on the school's waitlist. Each school has its own waitlist.
Other Important Details (offers, fee, busing)
Offer acceptance
Offers must be accepted through the Peel board's online application website. To find out when offers will be made, visit the RLCP-Elementary or RLCP-Secondary pages.
Local applicants who meet the criteria
Students who live in Peel (Brampton, Caledon or Mississauga) |
Out-of-region applicants who meet the criteria
Students who live outside of the Peel region |
- will be offered spots first.
- can only apply to regional programs they are eligible for based on the programs' boundaries.
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- will be offered spots once local student applicants have been accommodated.
Please note: In some cases, all spots may be offered to students who live in Peel.
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Please note that students who are on visa are not eligible to apply for Regional Learning Choices Programs.
For more information regarding offers, visit the Frequently Asked Questions – Offers and waitlist section.
Fees
All regional programs include a non-refundable application fee and an annual program fee. Annual fees are specific to the program. All fees must be paid through the board's online application website. Once a program is accepted, the amount owing is recalculated (the program fee is added to the cart) and the applicant will be able to pay online using the pay now button.
Applicants who may require assistance or have any questions about the application fees are requested to speak with the principal directly.
For payment support, please contact School Day at 1-855-253-1731
For more information regarding fees, visit the Frequently Asked Questions – Fees section.
Busing
Transportation is not provided for students in regional programs. If students have been accepted into a regional program and they live within the school boundary, they are eligible for busing only if they meet the distance criteria outlined in Policy 39 - Transportation.
Disclaimer regarding private school bus transportation
Some programs are supported by parent-funded school bus transportation. This is a fee-based service that is contracted directly between parents and a third-party company. Please note, neither the school nor Peel board is involved with this agreement. All aspects of safety, insurance, licensing, communications, fees, applications, service complaints, student behaviour and pick-up/drop-off locations are the responsibility of such third-party bus company.