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Rating
8.4
5-year avg
7.8
Rank
91/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Laronde Elementary is an exceptional choice for families in Surrey seeking a high-quality, bilingual education for their children. Its single-track French Immersion focus ensures a deeply immersive language experience, backed by strong academic outcomes and a supportive community. While the high demand and potential waitlists require early planning, the school's well-rounded offerings in athletics, arts, and social-emotional learning make it one of the top-performing and most desirable elementary schools in the district.
Editorial review summary
Publicly available parent reviews and community discussions highlight Laronde Elementary as a highly sought-after, premier French Immersion school. Parents praise the fully immersive French environment, which successfully blends rigorous language acquisition with a nurturing, community-focused atmosphere. The active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and strong community involvement are frequently mentioned as major positives. Families also appreciate the school's location in the desirable Ocean Park/White Rock area. However, due to its popularity and high demand, parents frequently note that securing a spot can be highly competitive, often resulting in waitlists for the Early French Immersion program.
Common positives
- Single-track Early French Immersion program providing a fully bilingual environment.
- Strong and improving academic performance with an 8.4/10 Fraser Institute rating.
- Active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and highly engaged school community.
- Comprehensive extracurriculars including athletics, band, choir, and STEM challenges.
- On-site before and after-school care available through Laronde Children's House.
Common concerns
- High demand for the French Immersion program often leads to competitive enrollment and waitlists.
- As a single-track French school, it may not be suitable for families seeking a standard English-only curriculum.
- Located in a highly desirable and affluent neighborhood, which can mean higher housing costs for families moving to the catchment.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for families prioritizing bilingual education (French/English) and strong academic fundamentals. Parents should apply as early as possible due to the popularity of the Early French Immersion program and be prepared for potential waitlists. It is an ideal fit for students who thrive in an engaged, community-oriented environment.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Laronde Elementary demonstrates strong and consistent academic performance, supported by its status as a single-track Early French Immersion school. According to the Fraser Institute, the school holds an impressive overall rating of 8.4/10, ranking 91st out of 1032 elementary schools in British Columbia. The school's rating history shows a steady upward trajectory (7.8, 7.3, 7.5, 7.9, and 8.4), with a solid previous 5-year average of 7.8. Students consistently perform well in province-wide assessments, often surpassing provincial averages in reading and math. The rigorous language acquisition is well-balanced with a focus on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and STEM, contributing to a high-achieving learning environment.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
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Special programs
Early French Immersion (Single-track)Social Emotional Learning (SEL)Outdoor EducationAthletics (Basketball, Soccer, Track, Ultimate Frisbee)Band and ChoirSTEM ChallengesBefore and After School Care
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Laronde Elementary is located at 1880 Laronde Dr, Surrey, BC, V4A 9S4 in Surrey.
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Laronde Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 2 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
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Researched: 2026-09-28
- École Laronde - Surrey Schools
- Laronde Elementary Surrey: Reviews, Rankings, Parent Reports & Programs | InsideVan School Guide
- Early French Immersion (K-7) - Surrey Schools
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