Rating
6.5
5-year avg
6.3
Rank
369/1032
2026 report · 2024-2025 school year
Quick take
Thomas Kidd Elementary is a welcoming, community-focused neighbourhood school that offers a balanced educational experience. While its academic rankings are average rather than top-tier, the school compensates with a strong emphasis on foundational skills like numeracy and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation at the adjacent Kidd Neighbourhood Park. It provides a supportive environment for standard curriculum learning and a clear pathway to a well-equipped secondary school.
Publicly available parent reviews for Thomas Kidd Elementary are limited, so signals are drawn from community discussions and school resources. Parents appreciate the school's strong community feel, supported by an active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and an engaged alumni network. A major highlight for families is the school's location adjacent to the 11.42-acre Kidd Neighbourhood Park, which provides students with excellent outdoor recreation facilities, including sports fields and a playground. Families also value the straightforward transition to Matthew McNair Secondary, though some note the older school building is slated for potential future seismic upgrades.
This school is highly recommended for families living in the South Arm area of Richmond who prioritize a tight-knit community, outdoor play, and a straightforward transition to high school. Parents seeking specialized programs (such as French Immersion) or those who prioritize top-tier provincial academic rankings may need to explore other options or supplement with external enrichment programs.
Ratings and data
Thomas Kidd Elementary delivers a solid academic performance that sits slightly above the provincial average. According to the Fraser Institute, the school holds an overall rating of 6.5/10 and ranks 369 out of 1032 schools in British Columbia. Over the past five years, its ratings have shown moderate fluctuation (5.9, 6.6, 6.1, 6.6, and 6.5), resulting in a 5-year average of 6.3/10. Recent school initiatives have placed a strong emphasis on numeracy, utilizing engaging events like the Julia Robinson Math Festival to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
Sources include Fraser Institute data and InsideVan School Guide summaries. Ratings do not represent the full quality of a school.
School-run details
Thomas Kidd Elementary is located at 10851 Shell Rd, Richmond, BC, V7A 3W4 in Richmond.
InsideVan currently tracks 2 programs that explicitly serve this school and 1 nearby after-school options.
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InsideVan currently lists 8 nearby kids class or activity options.
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What this page covers
Thomas Kidd Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. 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.
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Researched: 2026-09-29
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Fraser Institute · 2026 report
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