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Braemar Elementary

3600 Mahon Ave, North Vancouver, BC, V7N 3T6 · North Vancouver

Rating

7.7

5-year avg

7.4

Rank

151/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Braemar Elementary is a highly regarded, well-rounded public school in North Vancouver. With its strong academic ratings, comprehensive French Immersion tracks, and rich arts programming, it offers a dynamic educational environment. The active parent community and focus on social-emotional learning make it an excellent choice for families, provided they reside within the catchment area.

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Editorial review summary

Public parent discussions and reviews for Braemar Elementary are generally very positive, though online signals are somewhat limited. Parents on local forums like Reddit frequently recommend the school, highlighting its excellent French Immersion options (especially the Late French Immersion program) and the wide variety of extracurriculars, including band, strings, and outdoor education. The parent community is noted for being highly engaged and proactive; for example, parents and students successfully collaborated to paint a massive street mural in the school's cul-de-sac to improve pedestrian safety and encourage biking to school. Some parents note that the school catchment can be quite full, making out-of-catchment enrollment difficult, and mention historical traffic congestion during drop-off times, which the community is actively working to address.

Common positives

  • Triple track programming offering English, Early French Immersion, and Late French Immersion.
  • Strong academic performance with a 7.7/10 Fraser Institute rating and a solid 5-year average.
  • Highly engaged parent community and active Safe Routes advocacy.
  • Excellent extracurricular offerings, including band, strings, and performing arts.
  • Dedicated focus on social-emotional learning and student well-being.

Common concerns

  • The school catchment is often full, making it challenging for out-of-catchment students to enroll.
  • Traffic congestion and safety concerns during pick-up and drop-off times in the cul-de-sac (though community initiatives are improving this).

Who this school may fit

Highly recommended for families living in North Vancouver, especially those interested in bilingual education through Early or Late French Immersion. Parents should be prepared for a busy drop-off environment and are encouraged to participate in the school's active walking and biking initiatives. Due to high enrollment, securing a spot from outside the catchment may be difficult, so living within the boundaries is strongly advised.

Ratings and data

Academic information

Braemar Elementary demonstrates solid and improving academic performance. According to the Fraser Institute, the school holds an overall rating of 7.7 out of 10, ranking 151st out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. Its historical performance shows a generally upward trajectory, with ratings progressing from 6.1 to 7.9, 8.0, 7.2, and currently 7.7, maintaining a strong 5-year average of 7.4. The school is a 'triple track' institution, offering English, Early French Immersion, and Late French Immersion, which provides students with robust bilingual academic pathways. In addition to core academics, the school places a strong emphasis on literacy skills and social-emotional learning, integrating programs like Second Step and Open Parachute into the daily curriculum to support holistic student development.

Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.

School-run details

Special programs

English Program (K-7)Early French Immersion (K-7)Late French Immersion (Grades 6-7)Band and StringsArts and Performing ArtsSocial-Emotional Learning (Second Step, Open Parachute)After-School Programs (e.g., Lights Up Musical Theatre)

Common questions

Where is Braemar Elementary located?+

Braemar Elementary is located at 3600 Mahon Ave, North Vancouver, BC, V7N 3T6 in North Vancouver.

Does Braemar Elementary have after-school pickup options?+

InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 2 nearby after-school options.

Are there tutors near Braemar Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 10 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.

Are there kids classes near Braemar Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 11 nearby kids class or activity options.

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2

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Nearby tutors

10

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Nearby classes

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After-school pickup

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0 explicitly serve this school, plus 2 nearby within 3km.

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What this page covers

Braemar Elementary school information

Braemar Elementary is a elementary school in North Vancouver. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 2 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.

Sources & data context

AI research sources

Researched: 2026-09-28

The AI summary uses public sources. Public parent commentary is separate from parent reports submitted to InsideVan. Ratings and history are supplied by our database.

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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
The rating dataset used here covers 2024-2025. The five-year average belongs to that historical report, not the five years ending today.

Academic ratings do not capture the whole school experience, including belonging, support, or fit for your child. A nearby care provider does not necessarily offer school pickup; confirm with the provider.