After-school
Killarney Community Centre Out of School Care
Before- and after-school care at Killarney Community Centre with supervision to and from Waverley Elementary.
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Rating
6.5
5-year avg
5.5
Rank
369/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
School review information
Nootka Elementary is a vibrant, arts-focused school that offers unique educational streams not typically found in standard public schools. Its Fine Arts and ELSP programs make it an excellent choice for creative students and those needing specialized learning support. While the aging building has some maintenance and seismic drawbacks, the strong community, dedicated staff, and improving academic scores make it a highly appealing option for Vancouver families.
Editorial review summary
Parent feedback for Nootka Elementary is largely positive, particularly regarding the Fine Arts District Program. Parents appreciate the dedicated teachers, especially the specialists in theatre, music, and visual arts, who foster a creative and inclusive environment. The school is praised for its strong sense of community, multiculturalism, and equity-driven initiatives like a sliding-scale hot lunch program. However, some parents and staff have raised concerns about the aging building's maintenance, including past reports of rodent issues and long-term seismic safety considerations. Waitlists for the popular Fine Arts program are also a common talking point among prospective families.
Common positives
- Hosts the highly regarded Fine Arts District Program, offering specialized instruction in visual arts, dance, music, and drama.
- Offers the District ELSP for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
- Strong, inclusive community with active equity initiatives, such as a sliding-scale hot lunch program.
- Noticeable upward trend in Fraser Institute academic ratings, currently at 6.5/10.
- Good availability of on-site and nearby after-school care, including Frog Hollow and Lights Up Musical Theatre.
Common concerns
- Aging infrastructure with reported maintenance challenges, including past staff complaints regarding rodent issues.
- The building has been noted in past district reports for long-term seismic safety concerns.
- High demand and waitlists for the Fine Arts Program, requiring an out-of-catchment application process.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for families seeking a creative, arts-integrated education or specialized learning support, provided they are comfortable with an older school facility. Parents interested in the Fine Arts program should apply early due to high demand.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Nootka Elementary has shown a notable upward trend in its academic performance. According to the Fraser Institute, the school currently holds an overall rating of 6.5/10, a significant improvement from its previous ratings (5.6, 4.9, 5.2, and 5.4). It ranks 369 out of 1032 schools provincially. The previous 5-year average rating is 5.5, indicating that recent years have seen stronger academic outcomes. The school successfully balances standard academics with its specialized programs, ensuring students meet provincial curriculum standards while engaging deeply in the arts or receiving necessary learning support.
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
Classic Program (K-7)Fine Arts District Program (K-7)District ELSP (Elementary Learning Support Program)
Common questions
Where is Nootka Elementary located?+
Nootka Elementary is located at 3375 Nootka St, Vancouver, BC, V5M 3X5 in Vancouver.
Does Nootka Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 2 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Nootka Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 6 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Nootka Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 6 nearby kids class or activity options.
After-school programs and classes near Nootka Elementary
0 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 2 are nearby within 3km, plus 6 tutors and 6 class options.
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What this page covers
Nootka Elementary school information
Nootka Elementary is a elementary school in Vancouver. 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.
Sources & data context
AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-28
- Programs - Vancouver School Board
- Fine Arts Program - Vancouver School Board
- Adopt-A-School: Getting schoolkids access to lunch in a dignified way | Vancouver Sun
- Rodents revealed: Reports detail hundreds of mouse and rat complaints in schools across Vancouver | CBC News
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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