Elementary
8220 General Currie Rd, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1M1 · Richmond
Rating
5.3
5-year avg
6.4
Rank
647/1015
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10
pickup or nearby
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nearby options
12
nearby options
What this page covers
General Currie Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 10 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
Quick take
General Currie Elementary is a vibrant, community-focused school that excels in early childhood support and inclusivity, though it faces challenges with standardized academic performance and neighborhood traffic. Its strong environmental programs and diverse extracurriculars make it a nurturing space for holistic development.
General Currie Elementary is located at 8220 General Currie Rd, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1M1 in Richmond.
InsideVan currently tracks 3 programs that explicitly serve this school and 7 nearby after-school options.
InsideVan currently lists 17 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
InsideVan currently lists 12 nearby kids class or activity options.
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Ratings and data
General Currie Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 5.3 out of 10, placing it at a provincial rank of 647 out of 1015 schools in British Columbia. Its previous 5-year average rating is 6.4, indicating a recent decline in standardized testing performance. This score places the school slightly below the provincial average. It is important to contextualize this rating with the school's demographics; General Currie has a very high percentage of English Language Learners (ELL), estimated at over 56%. High ELL populations often impact Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) scores, as many students are still developing their English proficiency while taking the tests. Despite the lower test scores, the school maintains a very high grade-to-grade transition rate (over 97%), indicating a stable and supportive 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
Parent reviews and community discussions highlight General Currie as a welcoming, highly multicultural school with a strong sense of community. Many families praise the on-site Currie Early Learning Centre, which offers excellent free drop-in programs like 'Together Time' for preschoolers and caregivers. Parents also appreciate the dedicated staff and the variety of extracurricular clubs and environmental initiatives, such as the 'Earth Guardians' school garden project. However, a frequent complaint on local forums (like Reddit) revolves around the traffic and parking situation. The streets surrounding the school, particularly General Currie Road and Bridge Street, are prone to severe congestion, bad parking practices, and dangerous blind spots during peak drop-off and pick-up hours.
This school is best suited for families with young children who can take advantage of the fantastic Early Learning Centre, as well as newcomer families looking for a diverse, welcoming community with strong English Language Learning (ELL) support. Parents who value environmental education and extracurricular involvement over top-tier academic rankings will find General Currie to be a great fit.
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