Elementary
Cougar Creek Elementary
12236 70a Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 4Z8 · Surrey
Rating
4.7
5-year avg
4.7
Rank
784/1015
0
email verified
0
pickup or nearby
0
nearby options
0
nearby options
What this page covers
Cougar Creek Elementary school information
Cougar Creek Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 0 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
Cougar Creek Elementary is a highly inclusive, community-oriented school that excels in social-emotional support and early childhood programs, though it faces ongoing challenges with standardized academic performance.
Common questions
Where is Cougar Creek Elementary located?+
Cougar Creek Elementary is located at 12236 70a Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 4Z8 in Surrey.
Does Cougar Creek Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan is still adding after-school pickup and nearby drop-off options for this school.
Are there tutors near Cougar Creek Elementary?+
Nearby tutor listings for this school area are being added.
Are there kids classes near Cougar Creek Elementary?+
Nearby class and activity listings for this school area are being added.
How are parent reports for Cougar Creek Elementary collected?+
Parent reports are submitted through InsideVan with email verification. Public comments are reviewed before publishing.
Parent-submitted
Parent reports
These scores come from email-verified parent reports. Public comments are reviewed first to reduce spam and promotional content.
0
parent responses
No parent scores yet
Be the first parent to share structured, useful information about this school.
Share a parent report
Ratings and data
Academic information
Cougar Creek Elementary has a Fraser Institute rating of 4.7 out of 10, placing it 784th out of 1015 schools in British Columbia. The school's previous 5-year average rating is also 4.7, indicating a consistent but below-average academic performance compared to provincial standards. Standardized testing shows that students often score below the provincial average in reading and math proficiency, suggesting that students may require additional academic support or tutoring outside of school hours.
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
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews highlight a strong, diverse, and inclusive community at Cougar Creek Elementary. Families appreciate the dedicated staff, the free StrongStart early learning drop-in program, and the school's focus on social-emotional development. However, some parents have expressed disappointment over the lack of specialized academic tracks, notably the cancellation of the French Immersion program in 2017 due to low enrollment. The school is well-regarded for its cultural celebrations and peer mentorship initiatives, though academic rigor is sometimes cited as an area needing improvement.
Common positives
- Offers the StrongStart early learning program for children aged 0-5
- Strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and social-emotional learning
- Features the 'Next 100 Years' peer mentorship program connecting elementary students with secondary leaders
- Provides essential support services including Aboriginal programs and school meal programs
Common concerns
- Below-average academic performance with a Fraser Institute rating of 4.7/10
- No French Immersion program (cancelled in 2017 due to low enrollment)
- Standardized test scores in reading and math are lower than the provincial average
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for families living in the Newton area of Surrey who value a diverse, supportive community environment and early learning resources like StrongStart. Parents should be prepared to actively engage in their child's academic journey to supplement the school's below-average test scores.
After-school programs serving Cougar Creek Elementary
0 programs explicitly serve this school, 0 nearby programs within 3km.
This school does not have coordinates yet; only explicit pickup matches can appear.
Tutors near Cougar Creek Elementary
Find math, reading, language, and academic enrichment tutors around this school.
Nearby tutor listings are being added.
Classes near Cougar Creek Elementary
Shown within about 3km of the school, excluding dedicated after-school and tutoring programs.
Nearby class and activity listings are being added.