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Welcome to the DSBN!

With almost 100 schools across Niagara, we’re proud to welcome new and returning students and families into a supportive and caring learning environment. Our staff are committed to helping every student feel included, build confidence, and succeed in ways that are meaningful to them. When you join the DSBN, you become part of a community that values strong relationships, student well-being, and a positive start to learning.

Getting started is easy. You can begin your child’s registration below and take the first step in joining our school community.

Need to Change Schools?

If you’re already part of the DSBN and moving to a new area, there’s no need to complete a new registration.

Simply contact your child’s current school to discuss the change and have your updated proof of address ready.

School staff will guide you through next steps, help coordinate the transition, and ensure your child’s information is updated. Be sure to have your current proof of address ready.

New to Canada?

The Welcome Centre provides information and support for parents/guardians and students who are:

Not born in Canada and are new or returning to the DSBN
Non-resident Canadian citizens who are resident taxpayers of another province

Foreign citizens (e.g. VISA (fee-paying) students, Permanent Residents, Refugees, dependent of parental work/study permit

Should newcomer families have any questions, they can contact the Welcome Centre at 905.641.2929 ex. 54152 welcomecentre@dsbn.org

Your Child’s Education: A Parent Guide to Our School System

Get Started: Online Registration

New to Niagara or DSBN? Welcome! We look forward to welcoming you to your new school community.

Tips for Registration

Register Online or In-Person
Registration is quick and easy, and it’s best to complete on a computer. For families who don’t have access to a computer, need more support, or would prefer to register in-person, please contact your home school. Alternatively, you can complete this fillable PDF and email or print it to register.
Supporting Documents
Upload your documents in Aspen during registration, or share them with your home school before classes begin. This step helps confirm your child’s eligibility and ensures a smooth start to the school year. The supporting documents you will need are:

Proof of Student Age: legal documentation such as a birth certificate, passport details page, baptismal certificate, etc.
Proof of Address in Niagara: utility bills such as hydro, water or cable; a tax bill or a rental agreement
Family Contact Information: physical address, work and home phone numbers, e-mail
Emergency Contact Information

Immunization Requirements

The Ministry of Education requires that every student (ages 4 to 17) has a complete and up-to-date immunization record on file with their local health unit to attend school. Contact Niagara Region Public Health to check that your child’s immunization records are up-to-date. Click here for more information.

Ready to register? Select either Kindergarten, Elementary or Secondary below to get started.

Kindergarten

Is your child starting Kindergarten?

Visit our Kindergarten page to learn more and start the registration process.

Register for Kindergarten at the DSBN

Reminder: For families who don’t have access to a computer
You are welcome to contact your home school and go to the school to register. Alternatively, you can complete this fillable PDF and email or print it to register.

Questions or issues with registration?
Your home school is ready to support you! Reach out to them directly or follow this step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.

Newcomer families are welcome to book an appointment with our Welcome Centre by emailing welcomecentre@dsbn.org for support with the registration process.

Elementary (Grades 1 through 8)

Elementary

Online Registration

To register, click the link below or follow the prompts.

Register your Student

Step 1. Begin the registration process

Sign up for a DSBN Parent/Guardian account in our secure Aspen Student Information System. This account is meant to be created by a Parent/Guardian.

Note: You must have a valid, personal e-mail address to verify your identity when requesting an account (Note: DSBN staff should use a personal email address, not their corporate email address).

Register your Student

Create your Account

Go to Aspen: https://dsbn.myontarioedu.ca/aspen/logon.do
Under the Login ID bar, click ‘Request an account’
Then, choose ‘I am a parent/guardian registering my child online’
In the bottom corner, click ‘Next Step’
Fill in your information, and then click ‘Next Step’
Fill in your Account Information, and then click ‘Create My Account’

Verify your Account

After you’ve created your account, click ‘Close’
Check the email that you used to create the account, click ‘Click here’ to activate your new account

Log In to Complete your Registration Form

Once your account is activated, go back to: https://dsbn.myontarioedu.ca/aspen/logon.do
Enter your Login ID and password, then click ‘Log On’
On the right-hand side, click ‘+ Initiate’
Follow the instructions on the screen to enter your information in each tab

Make A School Appointment

To complete the registration process, you will need to book an in-person appointment at your child’s school.
School contact information was sent to your email when you submitted the online registration. Staff will review all documentation and determine the start date for your child.
When you go to your appointment, even if you uploaded the documents online, please bring proof of student age and proof of address in Niagara.

Reminder: For families who don’t have access to a computer
You are welcome to contact your home school and go to the school to register. Alternatively, you can complete this fillable PDF and email or print it to register.

Questions or issues with registration?

Your home school is ready to support you! Reach out to them directly or follow this step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.

Newcomer families are welcome to book an appointment with our Welcome Centre by emailing welcomecentre@dsbn.org for support with the registration process.

Secondary

Changing Schools: Current Students

If your child is already attending a DSBN school, you don’t need to register again. Please contact your current school to request a transfer and they will guide you through the next steps.

Going to Secondary? You’re All Set!

Grade 8 students who are currently attending a DSBN school do not need to complete the online registration. If you have any questions, reach out to your Elementary home school.

Online Registration

To register, click the link below or follow the prompts.

Register your Student

Step 1. Begin the registration process

Sign up for a DSBN Parent/Guardian account in our secure Aspen Student Information System. This account is meant to be created by a Parent/Guardian.

Note: You must have a valid, personal e-mail address to verify your identity when requesting an account (Note: DSBN staff should use a personal email address, not their corporate email address).

Register your Student

Create your Account

Go to Aspen: https://dsbn.myontarioedu.ca/aspen/logon.do
Under the Login ID bar, click ‘Request an account’
Then, choose ‘I am a parent/guardian registering my child online’
In the bottom corner, click ‘Next Step’
Fill in your information, and then click ‘Next Step’
Fill in your Account Information, and then click ‘Create My Account’

Verify your Account

After you’ve created your account, click ‘Close’
Check the email that you used to create the account, click ‘Click here’ to activate your new account

Log In to Complete your Registration Form

Once your account is activated, go back to: https://dsbn.myontarioedu.ca/aspen/logon.do
Enter your Login ID and password, then click ‘Log On’
On the right-hand side, click ‘+ Initiate’
Follow the instructions on the screen to enter your information in each tab

Make A School Appointment

To complete the registration process, you will need to book an in-person appointment at your child’s school.
School contact information was sent to your email when you submitted the online registration. Staff will review all documentation and determine the start date for your child.
When you go to your appointment, even if you uploaded the documents online, please bring proof of student age and proof of address in Niagara.

Reminder: For families who don’t have access to a computer
You are welcome to contact your home school and go to the school to register. Alternatively, you can complete this fillable PDF and email or print it to register.

Questions or issues with registration?

Your home school is ready to support you! Reach out to them directly or follow this step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.

Newcomer families are welcome to book an appointment with our Welcome Centre by emailing welcomecentre@dsbn.org for support with the registration process.