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Martha Currie Elementary
5811 184 St, Surrey, BC, V3S 4N2 · Surrey
Rating
3.8
5-year avg
4.7
Rank
914/1015
Parent reports
0
email verified
After school
4
pickup or nearby
Nearby tutors
4
nearby options
Nearby classes
2
nearby options
What this page covers
Martha Currie Elementary school information
Martha Currie Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 4 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
Martha Currie Elementary is a community-driven, dual-track school where strong parent involvement and bilingual opportunities shine, despite facing the dual challenges of district overcrowding and lower standardized test scores.
Common questions
Where is Martha Currie Elementary located?+
Martha Currie Elementary is located at 5811 184 St, Surrey, BC, V3S 4N2 in Surrey.
Does Martha Currie Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 2 programs that explicitly serve this school and 2 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Martha Currie Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 4 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Martha Currie Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 2 nearby kids class or activity options.
How are parent reports for Martha Currie Elementary collected?+
Parent reports are submitted through InsideVan with email verification. Public comments are reviewed before publishing.
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Parent reports
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Ratings and data
Academic information
Martha Currie Elementary has a Fraser Institute rating of 3.8/10, ranking 914 out of 1015 schools in British Columbia. Its previous 5-year average was 4.7. This indicates that the school's academic performance on standardized Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) tests in literacy and numeracy is currently below the provincial average and has shown a declining trend in recent years. However, as a dual-track school offering both English and French Immersion, standardized test scores may not fully reflect the cognitive and bilingual benefits gained by students in the immersion stream.
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 French Immersion (Dual Track)StrongStart Early LearningAboriginal ProgramsSchool Meal ProgramsBefore & After School CareAthletics (Volleyball, Track & Field)Extracurricular Clubs
Editorial review summary
Parent reviews and community discussions highlight a mix of strong community support and systemic frustrations. The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is highly praised for being active and volunteer-driven, successfully raising funds for playground upgrades (like a new Gaga ball court) and technology. However, parents frequently express frustration over the district's severe overcrowding issues, which has led to the school relying on modular prefab classrooms (with 6 new ones expected in Fall 2025). Additionally, the Early French Immersion program is highly sought after, meaning parents must navigate a competitive district-wide online lottery system, often resulting in long waitlists.
Common positives
- Offers a highly desirable Early French Immersion (Dual Track) program
- Exceptionally active PAC that funds school improvements and community events
- On-site Before & After School Care and StrongStart programs for early learners
- Receiving new modular classrooms to upgrade facilities and address capacity issues
Common concerns
- Below-average Fraser Institute academic rating (3.8/10) with a declining trend
- Significant overcrowding issues requiring the use of portables and prefab classrooms
- Admission to the French Immersion program is lottery-based with historically long waitlists
Who this school may fit
This school is best suited for families living in the Cloverdale catchment who highly value bilingual education (French Immersion) and are eager to actively participate in a vibrant school community through the PAC. Parents should be prepared for the lottery admission process for specialized programs and be proactive in supporting their child's foundational academics at home.
After-school programs serving Martha Currie Elementary
2 programs explicitly serve this school, 2 nearby programs within 3km.
Explicitly serves this school
Nearby within 3km, no pickup provided from this school
Tutors near Martha Currie Elementary
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Classes near Martha Currie Elementary
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