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Holy Trinity Elementary

128 27th St W, North Vancouver, BC, V7N 2H1 · North Vancouver

Rating

9

5-year avg

8.6

Rank

63/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Holy Trinity Elementary is a top-tier academic institution that successfully blends Montessori-inspired early education with strong Catholic teachings. Housed in a modern facility, it offers a supportive environment for faith-based families, though parents should be prepared to navigate the school's historical controversies when researching its background.

Editorial review summary

Publicly available parent reviews for Holy Trinity Elementary are limited, so signals must be inferred from community discussions and news. On the positive side, families appreciate the school's tight-knit, faith-based community, the integration of Montessori methods in the early years, and the modern, newly constructed school building. However, prospective parents researching the school will also encounter prominent news coverage regarding historical sexual abuse lawsuits from the 1970s involving a former priest and teacher. While these events occurred decades ago, they are a significant part of the school's public search footprint and are frequently discussed in local news, which may be a consideration for families evaluating the institution's history.

Common positives

  • Outstanding academic performance with a 9/10 Fraser Institute rating.
  • Offers a unique Montessori-inspired Kindergarten program.
  • Features specialized Catholic faith programs like the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.
  • Modern, newly constructed two-storey school facility with beautiful architecture.
  • Strong community involvement and participation in the Safe & Active School Travel Program.

Common concerns

  • As a Catholic independent school, the faith-based curriculum may not be suitable for secular families.
  • Prominent news coverage of historical (1970s) abuse lawsuits may be distressing for prospective parents researching the school.
  • Limited availability of recent, day-to-day public parent reviews makes it harder to gauge current school culture.

Who this school may fit

Highly recommended for Catholic families in North Vancouver who prioritize excellent academic results (9/10 rating) and are looking for a structured, faith-based community with Montessori elements in the early grades.

Ratings and data

Academic information

Holy Trinity Elementary demonstrates excellent and consistent academic performance. According to the Fraser Institute rating data, the school holds an impressive overall rating of 9/10, placing it highly with a provincial rank of 63 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. Its rating history over recent years shows a strong upward trend (8.5, 8.3, 8.8, 8.4, and most recently 9), with a solid previous 5-year average of 8.6. These figures indicate that students consistently achieve high academic standards, making it one of the top-performing elementary schools in the province.

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

Montessori-inspired KindergartenCatechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) Catholic Faith ProgramParish Religious Education Program (PREP)Athletics (Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball Development)Safe & Active School Travel Program (SASTP)

Common questions

Where is Holy Trinity Elementary located?+

Holy Trinity Elementary is located at 128 27th St W, North Vancouver, BC, V7N 2H1 in North Vancouver.

Does Holy Trinity Elementary have after-school pickup options?+

InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 4 nearby after-school options.

Are there tutors near Holy Trinity Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 10 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.

Are there kids classes near Holy Trinity Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 18 nearby kids class or activity options.

After school

4

pickup or nearby

Nearby tutors

10

nearby options

Nearby classes

18

nearby options

After-school pickup

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0 explicitly serve this school, plus 4 nearby within 3km.

What this page covers

Holy Trinity Elementary school information

Holy Trinity Elementary is a elementary school in North Vancouver. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 4 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.

Sources & data context

AI research sources

Researched: 2026-09-28

The AI summary uses public sources. Public parent commentary is separate from parent reports submitted to InsideVan. Ratings and history are supplied by our database.

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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
The rating dataset used here covers 2024-2025. The five-year average belongs to that historical report, not the five years ending today.

Academic ratings do not capture the whole school experience, including belonging, support, or fit for your child. A nearby care provider does not necessarily offer school pickup; confirm with the provider.