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Compare schoolsQueensborough Middle School
833 Salter St, New Westminster, BC V3M 6G8 · New Westminster
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Quick take
School review information
Queensborough Middle School is a welcoming, community-centric junior secondary school that serves as a vital hub for its neighborhood. While it lacks extensive public academic data, it compensates with strong extracurriculars, dedicated staff, and excellent arts programs. Families should, however, be prepared for the logistical challenges of commuting once their children transition to the senior high school.
Editorial review summary
Direct reviews of the school's day-to-day academics are limited, so signals must be inferred from community discussions. Parents highly praise the school's dedicated staff and the vibrant arts programs, particularly the annual winter musical. A significant and recent topic of discussion among the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and local families is the school district's decision to cancel the dedicated school bus that transports Queensborough students to New Westminster Secondary School. Parents have expressed strong concerns about the safety, cost, and reliability of public transit for their children once they graduate from the middle school.
Common positives
- Strong community focus with active arts and musical theatre productions.
- Good variety of middle school athletics including basketball, volleyball, and floor hockey.
- Award-winning library resources and dedicated teaching staff.
- Valuable leadership opportunities for Grade 8 students to mentor younger children.
- Convenient on-site early learning programs (StrongStart and Just B4) for families with younger siblings.
Common concerns
- Limited publicly available academic performance metrics and no Fraser Institute rating.
- Geographic isolation of the Queensborough neighborhood from the rest of New Westminster.
- Cancellation of the dedicated high school bus program means graduates will face challenging public transit commutes to New Westminster Secondary.
Who this school may fit
Highly recommended for families living in the Queensborough area who value a close-knit, inclusive school environment with strong arts and leadership opportunities. Parents should proactively plan for their child's future transportation needs for grades 9-12, given the recent changes to district busing.
Ratings and data
Academic information
Publicly available academic data for Queensborough Middle School is limited, and it does not currently have a Fraser Institute rating. Recent Grade 7 Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) scores show average performance in literacy (approx. 453) and numeracy (approx. 462). The school follows the New Westminster middle years curriculum and has been recognized for progressive educational initiatives, such as its award-winning teacher-librarian who recently led efforts to decolonize the library's cataloguing system.
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
Middle Years / Junior Secondary Curriculum (Grades 5-8)Athletics (Basketball, Volleyball, Floor Hockey)Musical Theatre & Annual Winter MusicalStudent Leadership Program (Grade 8 Big Buddies)On-site Early Learning (StrongStart & Just B4 Preschool)
Common questions
Where is Queensborough Middle School located?+
Queensborough Middle School is located at 833 Salter St, New Westminster, BC V3M 6G8 in New Westminster.
Does Queensborough Middle School have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 1 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near Queensborough Middle School?+
InsideVan currently lists 11 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near Queensborough Middle School?+
InsideVan currently lists 8 nearby kids class or activity options.
After-school programs and classes near Queensborough Middle School
0 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 1 are nearby within 3km, plus 11 tutors and 8 class options.
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What this page covers
Queensborough Middle School school information
Queensborough Middle School is a secondary school in New Westminster. 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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Fraser Institute · 2020 report
The rating dataset used here covers 2018-2019. 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.