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Brooksbank Elementary
980 13th St E, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2N2 · North Vancouver
Rating
7.4
5-year avg
6.8
Rank
195/1015
Parent reports
0
email verified
After school
5
pickup or nearby
Nearby tutors
5
nearby options
Nearby classes
12
nearby options
What this page covers
Brooksbank Elementary school information
Brooksbank Elementary is a elementary school in North Vancouver. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 5 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
Quick take
School summary
Brooksbank Elementary is a hidden gem in North Vancouver that seamlessly blends solid academic growth with exceptional outdoor and agricultural learning. Its tight-knit, family-like community and unique location next to a working urban farm make it a standout choice for holistic education.
Common questions
Where is Brooksbank Elementary located?+
Brooksbank Elementary is located at 980 13th St E, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2N2 in North Vancouver.
Does Brooksbank Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 2 programs that explicitly serve this school and 3 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Brooksbank Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 5 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Brooksbank Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 12 nearby kids class or activity options.
How are parent reports for Brooksbank Elementary collected?+
Parent reports are submitted through InsideVan with email verification. Public comments are reviewed before publishing.
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Parent reports
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Ratings and data
Academic information
Brooksbank Elementary demonstrates strong and improving academic performance, holding a Fraser Institute rating of 7.4/10 and ranking 195th out of 1015 elementary schools in British Columbia. This places the school comfortably in the top 20% provincially. Notably, its current rating is higher than its previous 5-year average of 6.8, indicating a positive upward trend in student achievement, particularly in foundational skills like reading, writing, and numeracy.
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
Elementary Band & Strings ProgramPrimary and Intermediate ChoirInquiring Minds Engineering Challenge4-Week Ski ProgramBricks for KidsChess ClubAthleticsDo Good ClubOutdoor Education (Loutet Farm & Gerry's Garden)
Editorial review summary
Parents consistently praise Brooksbank Elementary for its warm, family-like atmosphere and the deep level of caring exhibited by the staff. Reviews highlight the highly active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and strong community involvement in events and fundraisers. Families absolutely love the school's proximity to Loutet Farm and Gerry's Garden, which provides unique outdoor learning experiences. However, some parents express anxiety over upcoming catchment boundary changes scheduled for 2026 (due to a new school opening in the Cloverley neighbourhood), and note the typical North Vancouver challenges of traffic congestion during drop-off and pick-up times.
Common positives
- Exceptional outdoor learning opportunities with adjacent Loutet Farm and Gerry's Garden
- Strong, caring community with a highly active Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
- Robust music offerings including the NVSD Band & Strings program and choirs
- Solid academic performance with an upward trend in Fraser Institute ratings
- Diverse extracurriculars including a 4-week ski program and engineering challenges
Common concerns
- Uncertainty regarding upcoming catchment boundary changes in 2026
- Traffic and parking congestion around the school during peak drop-off and pick-up hours
- Strict catchment enrollment limits make it difficult for out-of-catchment students to get in
- Older school building compared to some of the newly built facilities in the district
Who this school may fit
This school is highly recommended for families living within the catchment who value a strong sense of community, active parent involvement, and hands-on outdoor education. It is particularly well-suited for students who thrive in a nurturing environment and have an interest in music, nature, or community service.
After-school programs serving Brooksbank Elementary
2 programs explicitly serve this school, 3 nearby programs within 3km.
Explicitly serves this school
Nearby within 3km, no pickup provided from this school
Tutors near Brooksbank Elementary
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Classes near Brooksbank Elementary
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