School Resources in Kamloops School District 73

school district 73 kamloops logoThe Kamloops and area district (SD&73) covers more than 27,000 kilometres and busses about 4,000 students more than 9,000 kilometres every day. There are 32 elementary schools, one middle school, 10 secondary schools, one Kindergarten-to-Grade 12 school, two alternate education programs, and one distance education school.

The school board serves the city of Kamloops and the communities of Chase, Barriere, Clearwater, Logan Lake, Blue River, Brennan Creek, Heffley Creek, Pinantan Lake, Savona, Vavenby, and Westwold.

We have provided information for elementary schools and the homes for sale in those catchments areas. Catchment areas and boundaries are subject to change so it is important to confirm you have the correct catchment area with School District #73.




Kindergarten Registration

Registration is now open for Schools of Choice

January 24 - 28, 2022

  • Registration process:
  • Pick up registration package from School of Choice. Return completed forms to school by 12 PM on January 28, 2022.
  • Parents will be required to provide child's care card, proof of address, child's birth certificate, and custody agreement if applicable
  • Registration packages for students with an older sibling will be sent home with that sibling. Return completed forms to school with sibling.
  • If you have questions, please contact the school directly to book an appointment.
  • Registration is NOT first come, first served. If there are more children registered than there are seats at the School of Choice, a random draw will be held.
  • For more details on Schools of Choice, read more here. Please register anytime during this period.
  • Schools of Choice Information Night

  • Wednesday, January 12, 2022 - 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (virtual session)
  • ZOOM link will be posted at 12 PM on January 12, 2022
  • Welcome to Kindergarten Handbook

    Dates for Neighbourhood schools online registration:

    February 7 - 11, 2022

    • Registration process:
    • Pick up registration package from neighbourhood school. Return completed forms to school by 3 PM on February 11, 2022.
    • Parents will be required to provide child's care card, proof of address, child's birth certificate, and custody agreement if applicable
    • Registration packages for students with an older sibling will be sent home with that sibling. Return completed forms to school with sibling.
    • If you have questions, please contact the school directly to book an appointment.
    • Parents are strongly encouraged to register children for Kindergarten on these dates
    • Registration for your neighbourhood school is based on catchment boundaries.
    • If you are unsure where to register, contact the School Board Office at 250-374-0679.
    • School Catchment Boundaries:
    • City of Kamloops Property Information Search (with school catchment information based on property address)
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    ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

    ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY

    Aberdeen Elementary School

    2191 Van Horne Drive
    Kamloops, BC
    Phone: 250-372-5844
    Principal: Tanya Rogers
    Trustee: John O’Fee

    Aberdeen Elementary School's mission is to promote an environment of respect and responsibility, enabling each student to become life-long learners in a changing world. The goal is to build community, inspire confidence and open minds.

    AE PERRY ELEMENTARY

    AE Perry Elementary School

    1380 Sherbrooke Ave
    Kamloops, V2B 1W9
    250-376-6224
    Principal: Deanna Brady
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk

    A.E. Perry Elementary strives to work together in a positive environment to foster the development of emotional stability, intellectual potential, positive and social relationships, and to enhance respect, individual growth and physical wellness.

    ARTHUR HATTON

    Arthur Hatton Elementary School

    315 Chestnut Ave
    Kamloops, V2B 1L4
    250-376-7217
    Principal: Deb Piggin
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk

    Arthur Hatton Elementary has a diverse population lead by educators who are welcoming and inclusive. Community and a sense of belonging are values we identify with and understanding that both have a vital role in student achievement.

    ARTHUR STEVENSON

    Arthur Stevenson Elementary School

    2890 Bank Road
    Kamloops, V2B 6Y7
    250-579-9284
    Principal: Deanna Steptoe
    Trustee: Heather Grieve

    Nestled in the heart of Westsyde, Arthur Stevenson is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 school with approximately 340 students in 15 divisions.

    BEATTIE ELEMENTARY

    492 McGlll Road
    Kamloops, V2C 1M3
    250-374-0608
    Principal: Mark Orr
    Trustee: John O'Fee

    Beattie Elementary Beattie believes in S.T.A.R. values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability and Respect. Everyone can be a star at Beattie Elementary!

    BARRIERE ELEMENTARY

    Barriere Elementary School

    4475 Airfield Road
    Barriere, V0E 1E0
    250-672-9916
    Principal: Tiffany Hawkins
    Trustee: Rhonda Kershaw

    Students will demonstrate growth in thinking, communication, personal and social competencies and will experience learning through Aboriginal ways.

    BLUE RIVER

    Blue River Elementary School

    5913 3rd Avenue
    Blue River, V0E 1J0
    250-673-8253
    Principal: Lori Bradstock
    Trustee: Shelley Sim

    The northern most school in all of SD73 offers beautiful scenery in the heart of Blue River. The goal at Blue River Elementary is to Students will experience learning through Aboriginal ways of knowing and doing.

    DALLAS ELEMENTARY

    Dallas Elementary School

    296 Harper Road
    Kamloops, V2C 4Z2
    250-573-3261
    Principal: Claire Sullivan
    Trustee: Meghan Wade

    Dallas Elementary serves 402 students grades K-7. Dallas Elementary has a strong community connection with a committed PAC that works to support all the students at the school.

    DAVID THOMPSON

    1051 Pine Springs Road
    Kamloops, V2B 7W3
    250-579-9228
    Principal: Berni Linfitt
    Trustee: Heather Grieve

    DUFFERIN ELEMENTARY

     Dufferin Elementary School

    1880 Hillside Drive
    Kamloops, V2E 2E2
    250-374-4425
    Principal: Colleen Topolovec
    Trustee: Joe Small
    Grades: K-7
    Students: 230+

    Dufferin Elementary is a small community school in Kamloops where they strive to "AIM" high: Achieving excellence, Imagining a future, and Making it happen through creative, hands on academic and social competencies.

    HALDANE ELEMENTARY

    Haldane Elementary School

    530 Cottonwood Street
    Chase, V0E 1M0
    250-679-3269
    Principal: Katrina Sewell
    Trustee: Diane Jules
    Grades: K-6
    Students: 260

    Haldane Elementary is situated 45 minutes East of Kamloops in Chase. We service 3 bands, Neskonlith, Little Shuswap and Adams Lake. Surrounding area includes Pritchard, Turtle Valley, and Squilax. The aboriginal population varies between 47-51 percent annually.

    HEFFLEY CREEK

    Heffley Elementary School

    7020 Old Highway 5
    Kamloops, V2H 0B7
    250-578-7227
    Principal: Mike Johnson
    Trustee: Diane Jules
    Grades:
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    JUNIPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY

    Juniper Ridge Elementary School

    2540 Qu'Appelle Blvd
    Kamloops, V2E 2E9
    250-374-2305
    Principal: Carol Defehr
    Trustee: Meghan Wade

    Juniper Ridge Elementary follows R.O.A.R.S. as the code of conduct (Respect, Organized, Attitude, Responsible, Safe). Our work in 6 words is: REACH HIGH~SERVE WELL~ LEARN TOGETHER

    KAY BINGHAM ELEMENTARY

    Kay Bingham Elementary School

    950 Southill Street
    Kamloops, V2B 5M2
    250-376-5586
    Principal: Colleen Wood
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk

    The mission at Kay Bingham Elementary is to enable all students to develop their intellectual, social, emotional and creative potential in a safe and respectful environment.

    LOGAN LAKE ELEMENTARY

    Logan Lake Elementary School

    4 Galena Avenue
    Logan Lake, V0K 1W0
    250-523-6215
    Principal: Ron Collins
    Trustee: Cara McKelvey

    Logan Lake Elementary has students in grades Kindergarten to Grade Four. Students of the Logan Lake community are Caring, Capable, Courageous Thinkers who are Effective Citizens.

    MARION SCHILLING ELEMENTARY

    Marion Schilling Elementary School

    2200 Park Drive
    Kamloops, V2C 4P6
    250-372-2027
    Principal: Gord Cumming
    Trustee: Meghan Wade

    Marion Schilling Elementary School has a very positive and welcoming atmosphere with a dynamic learning environment. As a school the staff work diligently to build community in a safe and caring manner that allows for diversity and acceptance of cultures.

    MCGOWAN PARK ELEMENTARY

    2080 Tremerton Dr.
    Kamloops, V2E 2S2
    250-374-4545
    Principal: Sally Zryd
    Trustee: Joe Small

    "McGowan Park Elementary School is committed to the development of the child as a unique individual"

    McGowan Park Elementary follows the 3 R's:
    RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, REACH FOR SUCCESS

    PACIFIC WAY ELEMENTARY

    2330 Pacific Wy.
    Kamloops, V1S 1Z3
    250-851-0632
    Principal: Anthoney Rempel
    Trustee: Joe Small

    PARKCREST ELEMENTARY

    Parkcrest Elementary School

    985 Holt Steet
    Kamloops, V2B 5H1
    250-554-2368
    Principal: Catherine Gorman
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk

    Parkcrest Elementary was moved to George Hilliard in 2019 after a devastating fire destroyed the school. Construction is set to begin on the new school in summer of 2022 with completion expected in 2024.

    PINANTAN LAKE ELEMENTARY

    Pinantan Lake Elementary School

    2540 Hines Rd.
    Pinantan Lake, V0E 3E1
    250-573-3234
    Principal: Chris Wood
    Trustee: Heather Grieve

    Pinantan Lake Elementary has roughly 57 students in grades K-7. There are 4 classrooms, one library, one office and one gymnasium. Outdoors there is a full sized playing field, one playground and a playcourt for hockey, baseketball and more.

    RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY

    801 Clearwater Village Rd.
    Clearwater, V0E 1N1
    250-674-2218
    Principal: Lori Bradstock
    Trustee: Shelley Sim

    At Raft River Elementary, the goal is to inspire curiosity and compassion, build confidence and competence.

    RALPH BELL ELEMENTARY

    Rayleigh Elementary School

    1764 Valleyview Drive
    Kamloops, V2C 4B8
    250-374-0679
    Principal: Tiffany Hawkins
    Trustee: Meghan Wade

    Ralph Bell Elementary is a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school that reopened in September 2022 after new school catchment changes.

    RAYLEIGH ELEMENTARY

    Rayleigh Elementary School

    306 Puett Ranch Rd.
    Kamloops, V2H 1M9
    250-578-7229
    Principal: Shaun McKenna
    Trustee: Diane Jules

    Rayleigh Elementary is a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school that provides a safe, orderly, and caring environment to all students. Each student's self esteem is fostered by positive relationships with staff and their peers.

    RL CLEMITSON

    RL Clemitson Elementary School

    5990 Todd Rd.
    Kamloops, V2C 5B7
    250-573-3227
    Principal: Blake Buemann
    Trustee: Meghan Wade

    At RLC, we want all learners in our school community to be critical thinkers who solve problems empathetically, develop resilience and nurture creativity within themselves and others.

    SAVONA ELEMENTARY

    Savona Elementary School

    600 Tingley Street
    Savona, V0K 2J0
    250-373-2520
    Principal: Krista Halland
    Trustee: Cara McKelvey

    Here at Savona Elementary School, students use the WITS program when they have a problem with their peers. For more information on the WITS program and its benefits, please visit their website here.

    SUMMIT ELEMENTARY

    Summit Elementary School

    425 Monarch Crt.
    Kamloops, V2E 1Y3
    250-372-1224
    Principal: Justin DeVries
    Trustee: Joe Small

    At Summit Elementary the mission is to enhance the community connection to the school and embrace the diverse potential of all learners so ALL students can achieve success. The matrix used is "S.C.O.R.CH". (Safe, Community, Own It, Respect, Choice).

    SUN PEAKS ELEMENTARY

    Sun Peaks Elementary School

    4040 Sundance Dr.
    Sun Peaks, V0E 1Z1
    250-578-7227
    Principal: Mike Johnson
    Trustee: Diane Jules
    Grades:
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    VAVENBY ELEMENTARY

    Vavenby Elementary School

    3157 Galiano Rd.
    Vavenby, V0E 3A0
    250-676-9242
    Principal: Lori Bradstock
    Trustee: Shelley Sim
    Grades:
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    WESTMOUNT

    745 Walkem Rd.
    Kamloops, V2B 7Z8
    250-376-8879
    Principal: Wendy Lloyd
    Trustee: Heather Grieve
    Grades:
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    We are working to develop a community of lifelong learners who strive for academic excellence along with encouraging positive self-esteem and responsible caring attitudes.

    WESTSYDE ELEMENTARY

    Westsyde Elementary School

    3550 Westsyde Road
    Kamloops, V2B 7H4
    778-696-2265
    Principal: Don Poelzer
    Trustee: Heather Grieve
    Grades:
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    WESTWOLD

    Westwold Elementary School

    5408 Hwy 97C
    Westwold, V0E 3B0
    250-375-2252
    Princpal: Blake Buemann
    Trustee: Meghan Wade
    Grades:
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    SECONDARY SCHOOLS

    BARRIERE SECONDARY


    Barriere Secondary School

    4811 Barriere Town Rd.
    Barriere, V0E 1E0
    250-672-9943
    Principal: Angela Stott
    Trustee: Rhonda Kershaw

    BROCKLEHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL

    Brocklehurst Middle School

    985 Windbreak St.
    Kamloops, V2B 5P5
    250-376-1232
    Principal: Chris Horton
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk

    CHASE SECONDARY


    Chase Secondary School

    420 Cottonwood St.
    Chase, V0E 1M0
    250-679-3218
    Princial: Greg Gartrell
    Trustee: Diane Jules

    CLEARWATER SECONDARY

    440 Murtle Cres.
    Clearwater, V0E 1N1
    250-674-3328
    Principal: Darren Coates
    Trustee: Shelley Sim
    Grades:
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    LOGAN LAKE SECONDARY

    Logan Lake Secondary School

    50 Ponderosa Ave.
    Logan Lake, V0K 1W0
    250-523-9441
    Principal: Ron Collins
    Trustee: Cara McKelvey
    Grades: 5-12
    Students:

    NORKAM SENIOR SECONDARY

    Norkam Senior Secondary

    730 12th Street
    Kamloops, V2B
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    Principal: Jonathan Brady
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk
    Grades: 10-12
    Students: 800+

    SAHALI SECONDARY


    Sahali Secondary School

    255 Arrowstone Dr.
    Kamloops, V2C 1P8
    250-374-0861
    Principal: Rachael Sdoutz
    Trustee: Joe Small
    Grades:
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    SOUTH KAMLOOPS SECONDARY

    821 Munro St.
    Kamloops, V2C 3E9
    250-374-1405
    Principal: Walt Kirschner
    Trustee: John O’Fee
    Grades:
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    VALLEYVIEW SECONDARY

    Valleyview Secondary School

    1950 Valleyview Dr.
    Kamloops, V2C 4C2
    250-372-5231
    Principal: Barb Hamblett
    Trustee: Meghan Wade
    Grades: 8-12
    Students: 1000

    WESTSYDE SECONDARY

    855 Bebek Rd.
    Kamloops, V2B 6P2
    250-579-9271
    Principal: Chris Preymak
    Trustee: Heather Grieve
    Grades:
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    SCHOOLS OF CHOICE

    KAMLOOPS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS


    1390 9th Avenue
    Kamloops, V2C 3X5
    250-374-3200
    Principal: Blair Lloyd
    Trustee: Cara McKelvey
    Grades:
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    KSA is committed to increasing students’ success through research-based, arts driven education. At KSA our goals reflect a pursuit of excellence within a unique and welcoming educational environment. We believe that it is paramount to connect students to their interests and their passions while they grow and learn at our school.

    BERT EDWARDS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL

    Bert Edwards Science & Technology School

    711 Windsor Avenue
    Kamloops, V2B 2B7
    250-376-2205
    Principal: Frank Law
    Trustee: Kathleen Karpuk
    Grades: K-6
    Students:

    Here at Bert Edwards Science & Technology School (BEST) we strive to improve the educational experience for our students by emphasizing the inquiry method of teaching and learning across all curriculum content areas. Students are typically immersed in meaningful, broad based learning questions-or "inquiries"-which stimulate curiosity and foster independence.

    LLOYD GEORGE ELEMENTARY


    830 Pine Street
    Kamloops, V2C 3A1
    250-374-3174
    Principal: Alain Blais
    Trustee: John O’Fee
    Grades:
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    A caring community working together to SOAR toward our future.Where our students SOAR S - Safe (prudent) O - Open-Minded (ouvert-d’esprit). A - Accountable (responsable) R - Respectful (respectueux)

    MONTESSORI AT ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY

    Montessori at Aberdeen Elementary

    2191 Van Horne Drive
    Kamloops, BC, Phone: 250-372-5844
    Principal: Tanya Rogers
    Trustee: John O’Fee
    Grades:
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    SOUTH SAHALI ELEMENTARY

    South Sahali Elementary

    1585 Summit Dr.
    Kamloops, V2E 1E9
    250-374-2451
    Principal: Susie Mabee
    Trustee: John O'Fee
    Grades:
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    We envision an inclusive French Immersion school community where personal excellence is inspired through learning opportunities that encourage inquiry, creativity, and global and cultural awareness.

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    PRIVATE SCHOOLS

    KAMLOOPS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

    Kamloops Christian School

    750 Cottonwood Ave
    Kamloops, BC V2B 3X2
    (250) 376-6900
    Principal: Sandro Cuzzetto
    Grades: K-12

    KCS is an independent school with Group 1 funding status; KCS receives the highest level of BC Ministry of Education public funding provided to independent schools implements BC curriculum and follows BC Ministry of Education requirements for independent schools. eEmploys BC certified teachers and certified Educational Assistants.

    Is a non-denominational K-12 Christian school with open enrollment. Integrates "Teaching for Transformation" faith-based principles throughout all curriculum. Is affiliated with the Federation of Independent Schools (FISA) and the Society of Christian Schools in BC (SCSBC). Was established in 1985 by the Kamloops Christian School Association (KCSA) and is directed by a volunteer Board elected by the KCSA.

    ST. ANN'S ACADEMY


    St. Ann's Academy

    205 Columbia St, Kamloops
    BC V2C 2S7
    (250) 372-5452
    Principal: Mr. Patrick Niwa
    Grades: K-12

    St. Ann's Academy in Kamloops was established in 1880 to provide a Christian environment in an ever changing society, by living the gospel of Christ. St. Ann’s Academy is now part of the Catholic Independent Schools of Kamloops Diocese (CISKD), Mrs. Kelly Tries, Superintendent. The school is co-educational, offering academic, fine arts, and business programs, as well as athletic, performing arts, and other extracurricular programs, for students from grades K to 12. St. Ann's Academy is classified as a Group 1 school under British Columbia's Independent School Act. It receives 50% funding from the Ministry of Education. The school receives no funding for capital costs. It is under charge of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kamloops.

    OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

    Our Lady of Perpetual Help School

    235 Poplar St, Kamloops
    BC V2B 4B9
    (250) 376-2343
    Principal: Christopher Yuen
    Grades: K-7

    OLPH is a Catholic Independent School in the Kamloops Diocese, situated on the North Shore of Kamloops and offers a Kindergarten to Grade 7 education built on the foundation of our faith. For over 50 years, OLPH has built a solid foundation of high academic standards, superior athletics, comprehensive music programming and a tailored and personal learning assistance department. Like all Catholic Schools O.L.P.H. shares in the mission of the Church to proclaim the GOOD NEWS and foster Catholic Education.

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