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Donald E McKay Elementary
7360 Lombard Rd, Richmond, BC, V7C 3N1 · Richmond
Rating
6.8
5-year avg
7.2
Rank
266/1015
Parent reports
0
email verified
After school
5
pickup or nearby
Nearby tutors
9
nearby options
Nearby classes
6
nearby options
What this page covers
Donald E McKay Elementary school information
Donald E McKay Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. 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
Donald E McKay Elementary is a resilient, community-focused neighborhood school that provides a reliable standard public education, bolstered by strong parent advocacy and highly convenient wrap-around childcare.
Common questions
Where is Donald E McKay Elementary located?+
Donald E McKay Elementary is located at 7360 Lombard Rd, Richmond, BC, V7C 3N1 in Richmond.
Does Donald E McKay Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 4 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Donald E McKay Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 9 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Donald E McKay Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 6 nearby kids class or activity options.
How are parent reports for Donald E McKay Elementary collected?+
Parent reports are submitted through InsideVan with email verification. Public comments are reviewed before publishing.
Parent-submitted
Parent reports
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Ratings and data
Academic information
Donald E McKay Elementary demonstrates solid, above-average academic performance with a Fraser Institute rating of 6.8/10 and a provincial rank of 266 out of 1015 schools. While the current score represents a slight dip from its historical 5-year average of 7.2, the school consistently maintains a reliable academic standard. The results indicate a strong foundation in core competencies like literacy and numeracy within the standard BC curriculum.
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
Standard BC Curriculum (K-7)Before and After School Care ProgramSummer Learning Programs (Enrichment, Fine Arts, STEM)Extracurricular Clubs and Athletics
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews and community discussions highlight McKay Elementary as a tight-knit, family-oriented neighborhood school. The school has a very active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that strongly advocates for the students—most notably rallying together in 2016 when the school was briefly considered for closure due to district capacity issues. Parents highly value the convenience of the on-site before and after-school childcare programs. While some parents have expressed historical concerns regarding the aging building and seismic upgrade timelines (a common issue in Richmond), the overall sentiment is positive, praising the dedicated staff and the quiet, safe location.
Common positives
- Strong, tight-knit community with a highly active Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
- Convenient on-site before and after-school childcare programs
- Solid and consistent academic performance (historically scoring above 7.0)
- Offers robust Summer Learning and enrichment programs
- Located in a quiet, family-oriented residential neighborhood
Common concerns
- Aging infrastructure with historical community discussions around seismic upgrades
- Lacks specialized district programs like French Immersion or Montessori
- Experienced historical uncertainty regarding school closure in 2016, though it is now stable
Who this school may fit
Best suited for local families in the Lackner/Blundell area of Richmond looking for a steady, traditional English-track public school with a strong sense of community and convenient on-site childcare options.
After-school programs serving Donald E McKay Elementary
1 programs explicitly serve this school, 4 nearby programs within 3km.
Explicitly serves this school
Nearby within 3km, no pickup provided from this school
Tutors near Donald E McKay Elementary
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Nearby tutors
Classes near Donald E McKay Elementary
Shown within about 3km of the school, excluding dedicated after-school and tutoring programs.