Elementary
Compare schools10071 Finlayson Dr, Richmond, BC, V6X 1W7 · Richmond
Rating
7
5-year avg
7
Rank
254/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
Robert J. Tait Elementary is a reliable and safe community school in Richmond. With a consistent Fraser Institute rating of 7/10, it offers a dependable academic environment. The school is notable for its practical on-site childcare facilities and recent comprehensive seismic upgrades, making it a secure choice for working families.
Public parent-review information for Robert J. Tait Elementary is highly limited. Based on available community discussions and public sources, signals are limited, but it can be reasonably inferred that parents appreciate the school's comprehensive on-site childcare options, including the Connections Kids Club for before and after-school care, and the Reggio-inspired Northriver Junior Kindergarten. The recent completion of major structural and underground seismic upgrades is also a significant point of reassurance for families concerned about student safety. Overall, the school maintains a quiet but positive reputation in the local community.
This school is recommended for families who prioritize safety and convenience. The recent seismic upgrades provide peace of mind, while the on-site before and after-school care programs are a major asset for working parents. While public reviews are scarce, the school's stable academic record makes it a solid choice for elementary education in Richmond.
Ratings and data
Robert J. Tait Elementary provides a standard academic program within the Richmond School District (SD38). According to the Fraser Institute, the school holds an overall rating of 7/10, placing it at a provincial rank of 254 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. The school's performance has shown some fluctuation over recent years, with a rating history of 6.3, 7.4, 7.8, 6.5, and most recently 7. The previous 5-year average rating also stands at 7/10. These metrics suggest a stable academic environment that consistently meets provincial education standards.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Robert J. Tait Elementary is located at 10071 Finlayson Dr, Richmond, BC, V6X 1W7 in Richmond.
InsideVan currently tracks 2 programs that explicitly serve this school and 5 nearby after-school options.
InsideVan currently lists 16 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
InsideVan currently lists 14 nearby kids class or activity options.
2 after-school programs explicitly serve this school, 5 are nearby within 3km, plus 16 tutors and 14 class options.
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After-school pickup
2 explicitly serve this school, plus 5 nearby within 3km.
What this page covers
Robert J. Tait Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 7 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: 2026-09-28
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
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.