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Montecito Elementary

2176 Duthie Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5A 2S2 · Burnaby

Rating

7.5

5-year avg

6.2

Rank

168/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Montecito Elementary is a community-centric school in a highly desirable North Burnaby neighbourhood. It has recently demonstrated impressive academic growth, jumping to a 7.5/10 Fraser rating. With an active PAC, engaging environmental and after-school programs, and a highly coveted on-site daycare, it is a strong choice for families, though securing childcare requires significant advance planning.

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Editorial review summary

Public parent discussions and community context highlight Montecito Elementary as a community-focused school situated in a quiet, leafy, and family-oriented North Burnaby neighbourhood. Parents appreciate the highly active Parent Advisory Council (PAC), which organizes a volunteer-run Hot Lunch program and funds school initiatives like the 'Stream of Dreams' environmental project. The on-site Montecito Child Care Centre is highly coveted, especially since it operates as a $200/month Universal Child Care Prototype site; however, parents note that the waitlist is frequently closed due to overwhelming demand. While the surrounding neighbourhood is generally considered very safe, residents did experience an isolated string of vandalism and car break-ins around the school in 2020, though it remains a highly desirable area overall.

Common positives

  • Significant recent improvement in academic performance (Fraser rating jumped to 7.5/10).
  • Highly desirable on-site childcare facility (provincial low-cost prototype site).
  • Active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) supporting environmental projects and a hot lunch program.
  • Located in a quiet, family-friendly, and leafy North Burnaby neighbourhood.
  • Offers engaging extracurriculars, including after-school musical theatre.

Common concerns

  • The on-site childcare has a closed waitlist due to extreme demand, making it very difficult for new families to secure a spot.
  • Historical academic ratings were lower (mid-5s) before the recent spike, so long-term consistency at the higher rating is still building.
  • The neighbourhood experienced an isolated incident of vandalism in the past, though it is generally very safe.

Who this school may fit

Highly recommended for families moving to North Burnaby who value a tight-knit community and strong recent academic momentum. Parents needing before or after-school care should explore alternative arrangements immediately, as the on-site daycare waitlist is extremely competitive and currently closed.

Ratings and data

Academic information

Montecito Elementary has shown a notable upward trend in its academic performance. According to the latest Fraser Institute data, the school achieved a strong overall rating of 7.5/10, ranking 168 out of 1032 elementary schools in British Columbia. Historically, the school's ratings fluctuated in the mid-5s (with previous scores of 5.8 and 5.4) and a 5-year average of 6.2. The recent jump to 7.5 indicates significant recent improvement. Historically, the school has been recognized for achieving solid academic results and demonstrating fast improvement despite serving a demographic with a significant percentage of ESL (English as a Second Language) students.

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

Montecito Afterschool Programs (e.g., Musical Theatre)Montecito Child Care Centre (Universal Child Care Prototype site)Stream of Dreams (Environmental awareness project)PAC-run Hot Lunch ProgramIndigenous Territory Acknowledgement Inquiry Project

Common questions

Where is Montecito Elementary located?+

Montecito Elementary is located at 2176 Duthie Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5A 2S2 in Burnaby.

Does Montecito Elementary have after-school pickup options?+

InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 0 nearby after-school options.

Are there tutors near Montecito Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 1 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.

Are there kids classes near Montecito Elementary?+

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What this page covers

Montecito Elementary school information

Montecito Elementary is a elementary school in Burnaby. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 1 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.

Sources & data context

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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
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