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Surrey Centre Elementary

16670 Old McLellan Rd, Surrey, BC, V3S 1K3 · Surrey

Rating

5.2

5-year avg

4.6

Rank

697/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Surrey Centre Elementary is a community-oriented school that is making commendable strides in its academic performance. While its Fraser Institute rating of 5.2/10 indicates room for academic growth, the consistent year-over-year improvement is a strong positive indicator. The school stands out for its unique offerings, such as a woodworking program, coding and robotics, and an emphasis on outdoor education and social-emotional learning. With a highly engaged parent community and convenient on-site childcare, it provides a supportive and well-rounded environment for students in the Cloverdale area.

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Editorial review summary

Publicly available parent reviews for Surrey Centre Elementary are limited, but the available signals are highly positive regarding community engagement. The school is frequently described as having an active and involved parent community. Parents appreciate the dedicated teaching staff, as evidenced by a teacher recently winning a local radio station's educational award driven by student and parent nominations. Families also value the convenience of the on-site before- and after-school care programs, which recently benefited from provincial fee reductions. The active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) organizes a popular Hot Lunch program and various fundraising events, fostering a strong sense of community.

Common positives

  • Consistent upward trend in academic ratings over the past few years.
  • Unique hands-on learning opportunities, including a popular woodworking program and school gardens.
  • Strong focus on modern skills with coding and robotics available in the Learning Commons.
  • Highly active and involved Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and parent community.
  • Convenient on-site before- and after-school child care for working families.

Common concerns

  • Overall academic performance (5.2/10) still sits below the provincial average.
  • Older school building infrastructure, though well-maintained by the district.
  • Located in a semi-rural/suburban area with limited public transit options.

Who this school may fit

Surrey Centre Elementary is highly recommended for families who value a tight-knit school community and hands-on learning experiences over top-tier academic rankings. Parents looking for active involvement through the PAC will find a welcoming environment here. The school's steady academic improvement and unique programs like woodworking and robotics make it a solid, well-rounded choice for children in the catchment area.

Ratings and data

Academic information

Surrey Centre Elementary has shown a steady upward trend in its academic performance over recent years. According to the Fraser Institute, the school currently holds an overall rating of 5.2 out of 10, ranking 697th out of 1,032 elementary schools in British Columbia. Its historical ratings demonstrate consistent improvement, moving from 3.7 to 4.7, 4.8, and reaching 5.2 most recently. The five-year average stands at 4.6. While the school performs slightly below the provincial average, the continuous year-over-year growth suggests that the school's focus on integrating technology, digital learning, and reading comprehension is yielding positive results.

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

BASES (Building Academic, Social, and Employment Skills) programWoodworking programCoding and robotics in the Learning CommonsSocial Emotional Learning (SEL) and outdoor educationBefore- and after-school care programsHot Lunch Program

Common questions

Where is Surrey Centre Elementary located?+

Surrey Centre Elementary is located at 16670 Old McLellan Rd, Surrey, BC, V3S 1K3 in Surrey.

Does Surrey Centre Elementary have after-school pickup options?+

InsideVan currently tracks 1 programs that explicitly serve this school and 2 nearby after-school options.

Are there tutors near Surrey Centre Elementary?+

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

Are there kids classes near Surrey Centre Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 3 nearby kids class or activity options.

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3

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Nearby tutors

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Nearby classes

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After-school pickup

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1 explicitly serve this school, plus 2 nearby within 3km.

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What this page covers

Surrey Centre Elementary school information

Surrey Centre Elementary is a elementary school in Surrey. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 3 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: 2026-09-29

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.

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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.