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Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary

449 E 62nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 2G2 · Vancouver

Rating

6

5-year avg

6

Rank

501/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary is a community-focused, highly diverse school that offers unique district programs like the Mandarin Bilingual and CORE programs. While its academic ranking is average, its strong extracurricular offerings, inclusive environment, and active parent community make it a solid and supportive choice for families in South Vancouver.

Editorial review summary

Publicly available parent reviews for Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary are limited, so signals are drawn primarily from school newsletters and community updates. Based on these sources, parents are highly engaged through the Parent Advisory Council (PAC), which actively organizes fundraising for hot lunches and gymnastics programs. Families appreciate the school's vibrant, stable, and multicultural community, noting that many families have multi-generational ties to the area. Parents also value the strong partnerships with local organizations like the YMCA for out-of-school care and the South Vancouver Neighbourhood House, which provide robust after-school enrichment.

Common positives

  • Hosts the District Mandarin Bilingual Program for Grades 4-7.
  • Excellent special education support, including the CORE program and a multi-sensory room.
  • Highly diverse and multicultural environment representing over 27 language groups.
  • Strong community partnerships providing robust after-school care and extracurriculars (arts, STEM, music).

Common concerns

  • Average academic performance with a Fraser Institute rating of 6/10.
  • Limited public parent reviews make it difficult to gauge individual family satisfaction.
  • Historically appeared on preliminary VSB school closure consideration lists (though currently stable and operating).

Who this school may fit

Recommended for families seeking a multicultural environment, language enrichment through the Mandarin Bilingual program, or specific special education support. Families prioritizing top-tier academic rankings might want to explore other options, but those valuing a tight-knit community and holistic extracurricular programs will find Trudeau Elementary appealing.

Ratings and data

Academic information

According to the Fraser Institute, Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary holds an overall rating of 6/10, ranking 501 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's previous 5-year average rating is also 6/10, indicating consistent, average academic performance. Academically, the school is notable for hosting a District Mandarin Bilingual Program for Grades 4 to 7, which provides language enrichment by teaching Mandarin Language Arts alongside the core English curriculum. Additionally, the school supports diverse learning needs through its CORE (Communication and Regulation) Program and a dedicated multi-sensory room for special education.

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

District Mandarin Bilingual Program (Grades 4-7)CORE (Communication and Regulation) ProgramArtist in Residence Studio (AIRS) ProgramExtracurriculars: VEMS Music, Science World, Geering Up, Sportsball

Common questions

Where is Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary located?+

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary is located at 449 E 62nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 2G2 in Vancouver.

Does Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 4 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.

Are there kids classes near Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 7 nearby kids class or activity options.

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What this page covers

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary school information

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary is a elementary school in Vancouver. 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

AI research sources

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.

Official website
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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.