Elementary
Compare schoolsKanaka Creek Elementary
11120 234A St, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 0L9 · Maple Ridge
Rating
5.3
5-year avg
4.8
Rank
678/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Kanaka Creek Elementary is a highly sought-after, community-centric school famous for its innovative year-round schedule, prioritizing consistent student routines, robust extracurriculars, and social-emotional growth over traditional standardized test scores.
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews for Kanaka Creek Elementary are overwhelmingly positive, primarily due to its unique "balanced calendar" (year-round schooling). Parents love that the schedule (12 weeks on, 4 weeks off in December, April, and August) maintains their children's routines and prevents the "summer slide". However, because of its popularity, parents frequently mention that it is incredibly hard to get into, with long waitlists being a common frustration. The school is praised for its strong sense of community, safe neighborhood, and excellent after-school and camp programs.
Common positives
- Uniquebalancedcalendar(year-roundschooling)thatpreventssummerlearningloss[1.7].
- Strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and inclusion (WITS and Me to We programs).
- Robust after-school and break programs, including STEM, coding, yoga, and outdoor nature camps.
- Highly engaged community and safe neighborhood environment.
Common concerns
- Below-average Fraser Institute academic rating (4.6/10).
- Extremely competitive admissions with long waitlists [1.5].
- The non-traditional schedule may conflict with older siblings attending traditional secondary schools.
- Finding childcare during the unconventional April and December breaks can be challenging for working parents.
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for families who value a consistent, year-round routine and prefer shorter, evenly distributed school breaks over a long summer vacation. It is ideal for parents looking for a tight-knit community and strong social-emotional programs, provided they are prepared to navigate the competitive waitlist and are not overly focused on standardized academic rankings.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Kanaka Creek Elementary currently holds a Fraser Institute rating of 4.6/10, ranking 802 out of 1015 elementary schools in British Columbia. This places the school below the provincial average in terms of standardized Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) results in reading, writing, and numeracy. While the academic metrics are lower than average, it is important to note that the school's educational philosophy heavily emphasizes social-emotional learning, inclusion, and a unique year-round schedule rather than strictly "teaching to the test".
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
Common questions
Where is Kanaka Creek Elementary located?+
Kanaka Creek Elementary is located at 11120 234A St, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 0L9 in Maple Ridge.
Does Kanaka 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 Kanaka Creek Elementary?+
Nearby tutor listings for this school area are being added.
Are there kids classes near Kanaka Creek Elementary?+
Nearby class and activity listings for this school area are being added.
After-school programs and classes near Kanaka Creek Elementary
0 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 0 are nearby within 3km, plus 0 tutors and 0 class options.
This school does not have coordinates yet; only explicit pickup matches can appear.
Tutors near Kanaka Creek Elementary
Find math, reading, language, and academic enrichment tutors around this school.
Nearby tutor listings are being added.
Classes near Kanaka Creek Elementary
Shown within about 3km of the school, excluding dedicated after-school and tutoring programs.
Nearby class and activity listings are being added.
0
pickup or nearby
0
nearby options
0
nearby options
After-school pickup
See pickup and nearby options first
0 explicitly serve this school, plus 0 nearby within 3km.
What this page covers
Kanaka Creek Elementary school information
Kanaka Creek Elementary is a elementary school in Maple Ridge. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 0 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
Sources & data context
Search website
Check programs, admission requirements, and day-to-day arrangements with the school.
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.