Rating
6.9
5-year avg
7
Rank
273/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
R.C. Talmey Elementary is a solid, community-focused public school that offers a reliable standard of education in a safe and walkable Richmond neighborhood. With consistent academic ratings and a strong emphasis on literacy and well-being, it provides a nurturing environment for students. However, prospective families should be mindful of the school's upcoming seismic upgrade requirements and the lack of specialized programs.
Public parent-review signals are limited for R.C. Talmey Elementary, but available discussions on local forums indicate a highly positive community experience. Parents describe the surrounding neighborhood as safe, quiet, and highly walkable, which fosters a strong sense of community. The teachers are frequently praised for being wonderful, supportive, and dedicated. Families appreciate the welcoming environment and the active Parent Advisory Council (PAC), though some note that the school is a standard neighborhood school without specialized district programs.
R.C. Talmey Elementary is highly recommended for families living in the catchment area who value a tight-knit, walkable community and a solid standard curriculum. Its consistent academic ratings and focus on literacy and social-emotional learning make it a reliable choice. However, families seeking specialized programs like French Immersion or those concerned about future seismic construction may want to explore other options in Richmond.
Ratings and data
R.C. Talmey Elementary maintains a solid and consistent academic standing. According to the Fraser Institute, the school has an overall rating of 6.9/10 and ranks 273 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. Its historical performance has remained stable, with a rating history of 7.6, 6.8, 6.9, 7, and 6.9, resulting in a 5-year average of 7. Internally, the school places a strong emphasis on literacy and social-emotional learning. Recent school data indicates encouraging growth in reading comprehension, with many students progressing from emerging to proficient and extending levels.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
R C Talmey Elementary is located at 9500 Kilby Dr, Richmond, BC, V6X 3N2 in Richmond.
InsideVan currently tracks 2 programs that explicitly serve this school and 6 nearby after-school options.
InsideVan currently lists 18 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
InsideVan currently lists 15 nearby kids class or activity options.
2 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 6 are nearby within 3km, plus 18 tutors and 15 class options.
Find math, reading, language, and academic enrichment tutors around this school.
Shown within about 3km of the school, excluding dedicated after-school and tutoring programs.
8
pickup or nearby
18
nearby options
15
nearby options
After-school pickup
2 explicitly serve this school, plus 6 nearby within 3km.
What this page covers
R C Talmey Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 8 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
AI research sources
Researched: 2026-09-29
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.
Search website
Check programs, admission requirements, and day-to-day arrangements with the school.
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.