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Edgewood Elementary
16666 23 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3Z 0M7 · Surrey
Rating
6.7
5-year avg
N/A
Rank
306/1015
Parent reports
0
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After school
1
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Nearby tutors
3
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Nearby classes
1
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What this page covers
Edgewood Elementary school information
Edgewood Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 1 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
Edgewood Elementary is a victim of its own neighborhood's success; it offers a gorgeous, forward-thinking educational environment and solid academics, but families must be prepared to navigate the realities of severe overcrowding and portable classrooms.
Common questions
Where is Edgewood Elementary located?+
Edgewood Elementary is located at 16666 23 Ave, Surrey, BC, V3Z 0M7 in Surrey.
Does Edgewood Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 0 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Edgewood Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 3 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Edgewood Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 1 nearby kids class or activity options.
How are parent reports for Edgewood Elementary collected?+
Parent reports are submitted through InsideVan with email verification. Public comments are reviewed before publishing.
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Ratings and data
Academic information
Edgewood Elementary holds a solid Fraser Institute rating of 6.7/10, ranking 306th out of 1015 schools in British Columbia. This places the school comfortably in the top third of the province, indicating above-average academic achievement. The school has a strong instructional focus on literacy, particularly in the early primary and upper intermediate grades, and emphasizes continuous assessment. Educators actively collaborate on developing students' language patterns, phonics skills, and executive functioning, ensuring a supportive and highly effective learning environment.
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
Early Learning ProgramInclusive Education SupportAboriginal ProgramsStrong Start ProgramAthletics (Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Track & Field, Cross Country, Badminton)Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)Maker Lab & Digital TechnologySOGI & Racial Equity Education
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews are highly polarized due to the school's rapid growth. On the positive side, parents are thrilled with the stunning, state-of-the-art facility (opened in 2021), praising its bright, open-concept 'learning neighborhoods,' glass walls, and modern amenities. However, the dominant complaint is severe overcrowding. Located in the fast-growing Grandview Heights area, the school quickly exceeded capacity, resulting in up to 15 portable classrooms. Parents frequently express frustration over the disruptive nature of portables, noting that children must walk outside in poor weather to access basic facilities like bathrooms or the hot lunch program, which can feel isolating.
Common positives
- Brand new, state-of-the-art LEED Gold certified facility (opened 2021) [1.6]
- Modern 'learning neighborhoods' with flexible, open-concept classrooms
- Strong extracurricular sports programs (basketball, soccer, track, etc.)
- Dedicated Maker Lab and modern Library Learning Commons
- Located immediately adjacent to Edgewood Park for extended outdoor play
Common concerns
- Severeovercrowdingwithupto15portableclassroomsinuse[1.15]
- Students in portables must go outside to access main building bathrooms and services
- Rapid neighborhood development leads to ongoing capacity and enrollment pressures
- Potential for future boundary changes or busing due to space constraints
Who this school may fit
Best suited for families living in the immediate Grandview Heights catchment who value modern, progressive learning spaces and strong community involvement, provided they are resilient and adaptable to the logistical challenges of a highly overpopulated school.
After-school programs serving Edgewood Elementary
1 programs explicitly serve this school, 0 nearby programs within 3km.
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