W D Ferris Elementary is a elementary school in Richmond. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, parent-submitted reports, school programs, 9 after-school options, nearby tutors, and kids classes so families can compare the school and after-school fit in one place.
W D Ferris Elementary is a pillar of consistency in Richmond, offering a robust English-track education that blends high academic standards with a sincere focus on social responsibility. It is a 'safe bet' school where students are expected to perform well academically while learning to be good citizens through the HEART program.
W D Ferris Elementary is located at 7520 Sunnymede Crescent, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2V8 in Richmond.
Does W D Ferris Elementary have after-school pickup options?+
InsideVan currently tracks 4 programs that explicitly serve this school and 5 nearby after-school options.
Are there tutors near W D Ferris Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 10 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.
Are there kids classes near W D Ferris Elementary?+
InsideVan currently lists 6 nearby kids class or activity options.
How are parent reports for W D Ferris Elementary collected?+
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Ratings and data
Academic information
W D Ferris Elementary is a high-performing school with a Fraser Institute rating of 7.5/10 and a provincial rank of 181/1015. This places it comfortably in the top 20% of elementary schools in British Columbia. The school has maintained a strong historical performance with a previous 5-year average of 7.8, indicating consistent academic excellence and a rigorous learning environment.
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
English Program (K-7)HEART Character EducationLiteracy Enrichment (Reading Power)Maker Space & Coding (STEM)Music ProgramAthletics (Intramurals)ELL Support
Editorial review summary
Parents describe Ferris as a welcoming, community-focused school centered around its 'HEART' motto (Helpful, Empathetic, Accountable, Respectful, Kind). Reviews highlight the active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and well-organized events like 'Ferris Fun Day' and 'Music in the Park.' While it is not a French Immersion school, parents appreciate the strong literacy and STEM initiatives, such as the Maker Space. Some note that the Richmond area generally has high academic pressure, but Ferris balances this with character development.
Common positives
Consistently high academic ranking (Top 20% in BC)
Strong character education program (HEART matrix)
Innovative Maker Space with coding and robotics resources
Active and supportive parent community
Accessible for in-catchment families (Category C status)
Common concerns
Does not offer French Immersion (catchment school is Gilmore)
Traditional facilities compared to newer builds
Limited extracurricular variety compared to secondary schools
Who this school may fit
Best suited for families living in the Sunnymede/Broadmoor area who prioritize a balanced, high-quality English education with strong literacy and character foundations. It is an excellent choice for parents who want a supportive community feel without the specific requirement of French Immersion.
After-school programs serving W D Ferris Elementary
4 programs explicitly serve this school, 5 nearby programs within 3km.
After-school academic support program in Richmond offering English, math, Chinese, phonics, reading, and writing. Flyer notes support for Pro-D days, spring break, early dismissal, and school pickup from selected Richmond schools.
Richmond after-school program for ages 5-12 with school pickup, snacks, outdoor play, English reading and writing, Chinese reading and writing, math and science, yoga or indoor exercise, and free play.
Richmond after-school learning program with school pickup from selected Richmond elementary schools, academic tutoring, study habit development, and structured learning support.
Richmond after-school program for ages 5-12 at Lansdowne Centre with designated school pickup, parent dropoff, homework support, Chinese, English, math, STEM, science exploration, robotics and AI, creative art, and music.