Newcomers Welcome Centre

Welcome to the Langley School District!

The following student registration information is for families new to the Langley School District, born outside of Canada and who are not yet Canadian citizens such as Permanent Residents/Refugees/Temporary Residents (Work & Study Permit Holders).

  • Permanent Residents and Refugees

    How to Register

    If you are new to Langley and have permanent resident or refugee status, please visit the Newcomers Welcome Centre located at the Langley School Board Office, 4875 – 222 Street in person with the required registration documents (list below):

    Required Documents

    Proof of Child’s Age  

    One of:

    • Birth Certificate (translated)
    • Passport
    • Canada Immigration Documents
    • Permanent Resident Card
    • Court Order
    • Other government-issued document 

    Parent/Legal Guardian’s Status in Canada 

    One of:

    • Permanent Resident Card or Confirmation of Permanent Residency
    • Canada Immigration Documents

    Proof of Guardianship of Child

    • Parent/Legal Guardian Photo Identification

    And one of:

    • Birth Certificate with Parent Name (translated)
    • Immigration Documents
    • Court Order
    • Income Tax Statement – children are declared

    Proof of Parent/Legal Guardian Residence  

    One of:

    • Subject-Free Home Purchase Contract
    • Mortgage Statement
    • Municipal Tax Bill
    • Rental Agreement or letter from landlord  

    and also  

    One of:

    • British Columbia Driver’s License
    • British Columbia Services Card
    • British Columbia Vehicle Registration
    • BCID
    • Canadian Bank Account or Credit Card Statement
    • Insurance Statements or Policies
    • Income Tax Statement
    • Utility Bill
    • Employment Pay Slip
    • Other legal or government-issued documents indicating B.C. residence 

    If you have any questions or further information, please call 604-534-7891.

  • Temporary Residents (Work/Study Permit Holders)

    Your child’s eligibility to receive a publicly funded education must be reviewed and approved prior to registering for school.

    Eligibility Requirements

    Does your child qualify for a funded education?

    • You must live in Langley.

    If you hold a work permit:

    • The work permit must be valid for a period of one year or more.
    • You must be employed for at least 20 hours per week.

    If you hold a study permit:

    • The study permit must be valid for a period of one year or more.
    • You must be studying in a degree or diploma program at a public post-secondary institution or a degree granting program at a private post-secondary institution.

    If you are unsure if you meet the criteria above, please call 604-534-7891 or email wpsp@sd35.bc.ca

    How to Apply

    Please submit required documents HERE

    Applications may take 5-10 business days to be reviewed. If we require additional documentation, we will contact you. Once your application has been approved, you will receive an approval email. If you have questions about your application, please email wpsp@sd35.bc.ca.

    Required Documents

    1. Passports (parents and child)
    2. Child’s Birth Certificate (translated)
    3. Child’s Permit (if available)
    4. Parent’s Work Permit or Study Permit (valid for one year or longer)
    5. Proof of Employment (for Work Permit holders only)
      • Current Employment Letter (must include: company letterhead, number of hours, and start date), or
      • Two recent pay statements
    1. Proof of Enrolment (for Study Permit holders only)
      • Letter of Acceptance on Institutional Letterhead, and
      • Course Timetable, and
      • Tuition Payment Receipt, and
    1. Proof of Residency

    One of:

    • Subject-free home purchase contract
    • Municipal tax bill
    • Mortgage statement
    • Rental agreement or Letter from landlord

    And, One of:

    • BC Driver’s License
    • BC Services Card
    • BC Vehicle Registration
    • BCID
    • Canadian Bank Account or Credit Card Statement
    • Insurance Statements or Policies
    • Income Tax Statement
    • Utility Bill
    • Employment Pay Slip
    • Other Legal or Government-issued Documents
  • Family Accident Reimbursement Plan Voluntary Insurance

    Families have the option of purchasing insurance for their child/children through the Family Accident Reimbursement Plan Voluntary Insurance. Enrolment in the program can be done online. For more information and to apply for coverage, visit this page here: https://www.solutionsinsurance.com/aonbc.