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Windsor Elementary

6166 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J 1G5 · Burnaby

Rating

6.1

5-year avg

6.1

Rank

473/1032

2026 report · 2024-2025 school year

Quick take

School review information

Windsor Elementary is a deeply rooted, community-focused school that provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for its students. While its academic ranking sits squarely in the middle of the provincial pack, the school shines in its wrap-around support for families, evidenced by its early learning drop-in center and dedicated volunteer-run breakfast program. It is a solid choice for families who value community engagement, history, and a supportive atmosphere over elite academic metrics.

Editorial review summary

Publicly available parent reviews for Windsor Elementary are limited, so signals are drawn from community news and school resources. Parents generally appreciate the school's strong sense of community and inclusive environment. The school recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, highlighting deep historical roots and multi-generational family connections. Families highly value the robust support systems, such as the daily breakfast program run by dedicated community volunteers, and the early childhood drop-in center. Some parents note that the school's facilities are older, but the active Parent Advisory Council (PAC) and strong community partnerships help compensate for this.

Common positives

  • Strong community support, including a volunteer-run daily breakfast program.
  • On-site Early Childhood Drop-In program for families with young children.
  • Rich history and established presence, having recently celebrated its 100th anniversary.
  • Inclusive environment with SOGI education and an active Parent Advisory Council (PAC).

Common concerns

  • Academic performance is average (6.1/10), which may not satisfy highly competitive academic goals.
  • Older school building compared to newly rebuilt schools in the Burnaby district.
  • Limited public data and parent reviews available online to gauge day-to-day satisfaction.

Who this school may fit

Recommended for families living in the Burnaby South area who are looking for a welcoming, community-oriented school with strong foundational support for early learners. Parents seeking highly competitive academic environments or modern, state-of-the-art facilities might want to explore other options or supplement their child's education with external academic programs.

Ratings and data

Academic information

Windsor Elementary demonstrates moderate academic performance, holding a Fraser Institute overall rating of 6.1 out of 10. It currently ranks 473rd out of 1,032 elementary schools in British Columbia. The school's previous 5-year average rating is also 6.1, indicating a consistent, middle-of-the-pack academic standing within the province. While it may not be among the top-tier academic institutions in Burnaby, it provides a stable educational environment supported by district-wide learning initiatives like the Fast ForWord cognitive and reading program.

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

Early Childhood Drop-In Program (Birth to 5 years)Daily Breakfast and Hot Lunch ProgramsFast ForWord Reading and Cognitive ProgramSOGI (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity) Inclusive EducationAfter-School Care and Extracurricular Partnerships

Common questions

Where is Windsor Elementary located?+

Windsor Elementary is located at 6166 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5J 1G5 in Burnaby.

Does Windsor Elementary have after-school pickup options?+

InsideVan currently tracks 0 programs that explicitly serve this school and 5 nearby after-school options.

Are there tutors near Windsor Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 7 nearby tutor or academic enrichment options that may work for families around this school.

Are there kids classes near Windsor Elementary?+

InsideVan currently lists 14 nearby kids class or activity options.

After school

5

pickup or nearby

Nearby tutors

7

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Nearby classes

14

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After-school pickup

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0 explicitly serve this school, plus 5 nearby within 3km.

What this page covers

Windsor Elementary school information

Windsor Elementary is a elementary school in Burnaby. This page brings together school ratings and rankings, school programs, 5 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: 2026-09-28

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.

Official website
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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.